Things to Do with Kids in Elgin, IL

  • TripBuzz found 590 things to do with kids in or near Elgin, Illinois, including 574 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Glenview, West Chicago, Aurora and Lombard.
  • From Bowlway Lanes to Infinity Sport Horses, the Elgin area offers 111 different types of family activities, including: Horseback Riding, Bowling, Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • Located in northern Illinois, Elgin resides in both Cook and Kane counties. The city lies on the Fox River and is approximately 35 miles from the states social center, Chicago. Elgin is the eighth most populous city in Illinois and one of few to host a riverboat casino. Along with this, the city is up and coming, with several modern expansions.
  • TripBuzz found 590 things to do with kids in or near Elgin, Illinois, including 574 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Glenview, West Chicago, Aurora and Lombard.
  • From Bowlway Lanes to Infinity Sport Horses, the Elgin area offers 111 different types of family activities, including: Horseback Riding, Bowling, Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • Located in northern Illinois, Elgin resides in both Cook and Kane counties. The city lies on the Fox River and is approximately 35 miles from the states social center, Chicago. Elgin is the eighth most populous city in Illinois and one of few to host a riverboat casino. Along with this, the city is up and coming, with several modern expansions.
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20.9 Miles
79% 140 votes
Mini Golf 21711 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MoreLess Info
Dubbed the 'World's Most Unusual Golf Course,' Park-King Skill originated in the 50s in Morton Grove, Illinois. Now located in Lincolnshire, the facility features two 18-hole courses, 7 water holes and 19 moving obstacles.
20.9 Miles
75% 4 votes
Recreation Centers 2222 Birch Street, Des Plaines, IL 60018 MoreLess Info
The Des Plaines Park District is a park district that includes the Lake Park golf course, the Lake Park marina, and the Mountain View Adventure Center. The district also has a health club and a history center.
20.9 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 701 S Milwaukee Avenue, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
Dam 1 Forest Preserve is a park with many outdoor shelters, picnic tables and wooded trails. Patrons can view wildlife such as deer, geese, swans and other animals or use this location for a family cookout or other event.
21.0 Miles
55% 162 votes
Bowling 7 Oakbrook Center Mall, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
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.
21.0 Miles
74% 19 votes
Water Parks 2025 Miner Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 MoreLess Info
Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center is a large water park that features two 37 foot water slides. The park also features a lazy river for inner tubing, a leisure pool, and a cafe.
21.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 900 S Lake Street, Mundelein, IL 60060 MoreLess Info
Lakeside Lanes is a 32-lane bowling alley that provides automatic scoring, 12 bumper lanes for children, a pro shop, and a large video game room. The alley also has video slot machines and billiards tables.
21.2 Miles
70% 10 votes
Landmarks 111 E Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL MoreLess Info
Home to over 20,000 residents, Woodstock, il is a town filled with attractions and locations to stop by when visiting. Those in the city commonly enjoy stopping by a local restaurant, shopping, or seeing one of the town's historic landmarks.
21.2 Miles
94% 35 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
The River Trail Nature Center is a nature center focused on telling the story of native plants and animals that still thrive within the surrounding urban environment. Attractions include self-guiding trails, an exhibit building, and a children's nature discovery area.
21.2 Miles
84% 19 votes
Movie Theaters 209 Main Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
Offering the latest in digital projection and sound, Woodstock Theater shows the most recent film releases. Concessions and special events such as classic and holiday films are also periodically scheduled at this venue.
21.2 Miles
83% 6 votes
Dog Park Central Rd & E River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 MoreLess Info
Administered by the city, the Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area is an off-leash dog park that features separate areas for small and large dogs. The park also feature a pond.
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