- TripBuzz found 78 things to do with kids in or near Merrillville, Indiana, including 75 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Valparaiso, Gary, Hammond and Tinley Park.
- From Stardust Bowl No 2 to Funflatables, the Merrillville area offers 94 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Parks.
- Less than an hour from the heart of Chicago, Merrillville is the most populous town in Indiana with over 35,000 people. The town caters to many interests with its two complete golf courses, ballet performances, and Deep River Waterpark, which offers swimming in the summer and ice skating in the winter.
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A roller skating facility catering to traditional as well as in-line skaters, USA Skate Center is open year-round. The rink also caters to private groups, birthday parties, and offers skate rentals and lessons to all ages.
40.2 Miles
Located within a 24,000 square-foot complex, GenuWIN Sports Training Inc. is a sports training facility offering a number of services for the athletes training there. The facility offers training and personal instruction in softball, baseball, and soccer.
40.2 Miles
Nationally recognized Oak Brook Park District Tennis Center has 8 indoor air-conditioned and 8 outdoor seasonal USTA blue/green courts. Other amenities include: racquetball, wally ball, table tennis, fitness room, lounge, sauna, pro shop, child care, and member discounts.
40.3 Miles
75%
4 votes
Mayslake Peabody Estate Forest Preserve, 1717 W 31st Street, Oak Brook, IL 60523
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Located on the grounds of the historic Mayslake Peabody Estate, the First Folio Theatre is surrounded by preserved forest. Its resident theater company presents a variety of dramatic productions from different genres.
40.4 Miles
71%
7 votes
St. Paschal Dr, Off of 83 just South of 22nd, Oak Brook, IL 60523
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Mayslake Dog Park is a large, off-leash park where dogs can run and play freely. It includes separate areas for large and small dogs, and has a walking trail that circles the park.
40.8 Miles
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3 votes
831 Maple Avenue, Wandschneider Park, Downers Grove, IL 60515
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The Downers Grove Park District Museum features three unique structures dating back to the 1800's. There are two Blodgett family houses, one of which was part of the Underground Railroad and the Coachhouse, featuring historical fire engines from Downers Grove.
40.8 Miles
100%
2 votes
831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
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Housed in the Wandschneider Park, the Downers Grove Historical Museum manages exhibits that celebrate the town's 150 year history. Artifacts and memorabilia are displayed in permanent collections at four historic locations that guests can tour.
40.9 Miles
90%
10 votes
8301 Janes Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517
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Kids of all ages can get wet and have fun at the Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Center. Attractions include a lazy river, zero-entry pool, water slides and water play park.
40.9 Miles
With a playground covering multiple areas, Butterfield Park offers visitors swings, climbing structures, walking paths, and more. The park has several picnic areas with back to back picnic tables and covered pavilions.
41.1 Miles
Pinstripes is an Oak Brook bistro that features bocce and bowling. Gluten-free cuisine, flatbreads and housemade pastas are among the featured entrees. The facility hosts school field trips that teach children about the games of bowling and bocce too.