“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 families who make the One of a Kind Holiday Show part of their yearly routine in Chicago, the experience is shaped in large part by Kathleen Hogan, who helps design the event with kids and parents ...

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 ...

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 ...

The district is preparing for the 2026–27 boundary transition, including a major structural change: sixth grade is moving to middle school instead of staying in elementary next school year. This kind ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Plan a cozy Chicago winter staycation with Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk’s Fairy Sleepover Package and Fairy Brunch, featuring costumes, crafts, fairy hair and a kid‑friendly buffet. The Sheraton ...

Winter in Chicago doesn’t mean families have to stay indoors. Across the city and nearby suburbs, parents can find kid-friendly hiking trails that are easy to explore even in colder weather, offering ...

February weekends are a great time to mix outdoor play with cozy indoor activities across Chicagoland. From creative programs and live performances to skating... Are you looking for an unforgettable ...