As the Midwest explodes into color every fall, families in Chicago are lucky to have beautiful hiking destinations just a short drive away. If you’re looking to spend a crisp autumn day under canopies ...

Growing minds and bodies need support, and protection starts from within. To keep all students safe, Chicago schools require certain immunizations in compliance with the Illinois Department of Public ...

Chicago is a train city, and for families with kids who love locomotives, it offers plenty of easy ways to turn that interest into a day out. From model railroads tucked inside museums to outdoor ...

Daily project-based camp exploring ceramics, drawing, storybook design and fashion. Questions? Please reach out to editor@chicagoparent.com. Lori Orlinsky is an award-winning journalist and ...

Some Chicago Public Schools students might start and end school at different times this fall. The move comes as the district continues to face trouble over busing and closing a $734 million budget ...

Hit the slopes at Granite Peak in Wausau, Wisconsin, for long ski seasons, night skiing, family-friendly events and cozy apres-ski dining. If your family loves to ski or snowboard, Wausau, Wisconsin ...

Board members sent district officials back to revise proposed school calendars after raising concerns about post-winter break testing, student well-being and whether semesters should end before the ...

Throughout Chicago, families have access to a number of community spaces for enrichment and learning, from world-class museums to neighborhood cultural centers. However, rising ticket prices, ...

Now in its 13th year, Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle runs Nov. 15, 2025, through Jan. 3, 2026, offering families a mile-long trail of lights, sound and forest features ...

“Curious Chicago Kids” is a new Chicago Parent series that helps families explore the city and answer kids’ curious questions along the way. From shiny sculptures to zoo facts, we break it down so ...

For parents planning a rare night out, prix fixe dining removes one of the biggest stressors, the final bill. In early 2026, Chicago Restaurant Week offers set-price menus across the city, making it ...

Step into a world of wonder at The Morton Arboretum’s newest outdoor art exhibition, “Vivid Creatures.” Now open through spring 2027, this immersive display features five larger-than-life sculptures ...