- TripBuzz found 735 things to do with kids in or near Downers Grove, Illinois, including 722 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Glenview, Oak Park and Skokie.
- From Elite Sports Complex to Aerial Gymnastics Club, the Downers Grove area offers 108 different types of family activities, including: Gymnastics, Theaters, Arcades and Bowling.
- The village of Downers Grove is a charming and friendly residential suburb in northern Illinois. Visitors appreciate the extensive amount of scenic local parks and welcoming hospitality of the city's locals. The city also hosts events in the summer and winter months, attracting tourists from surrounding areas to partake in the local festivities.
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Belleau Lake Forest Preserve is a park with a network of hiking trails and picnic areas. The lake is a popular fishing spot, and features largemouth bass, bluegill, bullhead catfish, rainbow trout, and others.
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The Great Train Expo is a national train show that caters to model railroad enthusiasts and features up to 500 tables of train dealers. The expo displays Lionel trains, American Flyer locomotives, and hobby tools.
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With representations for both adults and children, the Steel Beam Theater has been opened since 2001. It also organizes acting classes, as well as camps.
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For fans of larger than life movies, the Randall 16 Theaters offers films on their famous IMAX screen. Also available is a wide selection of feature titles on traditional, state of the art movie screens and a full service snack and drink bar.
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With 72 seats, Steel Beam Theatre is a small theater but runs a number of different shows throughout the year. Both adult and children's theater are showcased and they also offer classes and workshops.
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Featuring a pond, Vogelei Park has a gazebo overlooking the water which can be used for fishing or viewing wildlife. The park is suitable for picnics and walking and has a playground, splash pad and rose garden.
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Filled with interactive displays, Bartlett Nature Center offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the native plant and animal life in the region. The center has reptiles, insects, stuffed animals, bones, and informative posters on display.
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A 3,400-acre preserve, the James 'Pate' Philip State Park aims to preserve and protect its diverse Illinois ecosystem. The park is a mixture of prairie, marshes and forest and features a visitor center with educational exhibits.
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Humboldt Park features a variety of gardens and walking paths for guests who are interested in a nature-heavy setting. Visitors of the site can also take advantage of a small pond that is deep enough for swimming.
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Having recently reopened its doors as a rental venue, The Des Plaines Theatre presents local entertainment to the community. The theatre allows local talent groups and performance troupes to perform original and traditional plays, musicals and concert events.