Things to Do with Kids in Waukegan, IL

  • TripBuzz found 389 things to do with kids in or near Waukegan, Illinois, including 372 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Glenview, Evanston and Des Plaines.
  • From Windy City Salmon Fishing Charters to Kristy Lynn Charters, the Waukegan area offers 103 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Fishing, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • Many theaters, centers, and businesses open in Waukegan, Illinois provide a wide variety of activities for the community. The Waukegan Symphony, Genesee Theater, Municipal Beach, and Harbor are only a few of the many popular sites. Waukegan is a big art district as it hosts an ArtWalk each month in the heart of the city that is open to the public.
  • TripBuzz found 389 things to do with kids in or near Waukegan, Illinois, including 372 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Glenview, Evanston and Des Plaines.
  • From Windy City Salmon Fishing Charters to Kristy Lynn Charters, the Waukegan area offers 103 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Fishing, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • Many theaters, centers, and businesses open in Waukegan, Illinois provide a wide variety of activities for the community. The Waukegan Symphony, Genesee Theater, Municipal Beach, and Harbor are only a few of the many popular sites. Waukegan is a big art district as it hosts an ArtWalk each month in the heart of the city that is open to the public.
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24.3 Miles
94% 16 votes
Specialty Museums 910 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 MoreLess Info
Lovers of Toby Jugs will greatly appreciate a visit to its designated museum in Evanston. The American Toby Jug Museum features thousands of interesting and exciting character jugs in its collection.
24.3 Miles
100% 47 votes
Hobby Shops 704 Main Street, Evanston, IL 60202 MoreLess Info
Dave's Down To Earth Rock Shop sells not only gems and minerals but jewelry, beads, fossils, Native American art and many other artifacts, sculptures and unique items. There is also a free museum downstairs filled with fossils.
24.3 Miles
83% 42 votes
Hiking Trails E Higgins Rd & Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 MoreLess Info
The Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a large 3,558 acre preserve populated by a 460 acre lake, several bike paths, and numerous picnic groves. The lake is open to canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and sailboats.
24.3 Miles
75% 16 votes
Parks 3220 Oakton Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076 MoreLess Info
A joint project of the City of Evanston and the Skokie Park District, Pooch Park is an off-leash dog park that spans 2.7 acres. The park has separate areas for small dogs and for agility training, and has water fountains.
24.3 Miles
89% 9 votes
Theaters 600 Main Street, Evanston, IL 60202 MoreLess Info
The Piccolo Theatre is a 50-seat space that offers comedic performances for all ages. Performances range from Shakespeare and classics, to contemporary pieces and originals written by the theatre staff.
24.3 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.
24.4 Miles
52% 1433 votes
Amusement Parks (Kids) 601 N. Martingale Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
Any kind of builder can visit the Legoland Discovery Center Chicago, where there are found all sorts of hands-on exhibits, from Star Wars Lego, to life-size Lego animals in the Jungle Expeditions. There is also a 4D Lego cinema, and a shop.
24.4 Miles
83% 109 votes
Movie Theaters 5 S. Prospect, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
A small, historic theater and local landmark, the Pickwick Theater shows a variety of first-run movies, as well as occasional classic film series and special events. It offers an intimate setting, occasional specials, and deals on concessions.
24.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Other Entertainment 3 South Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL MoreLess Info
Started by violinist Edgar Muenzer and his wife, The Park Ridge Civic Orchestra hosted its opening night in 1994 at the Pickwick Theatre. The orchestra holds concerts at The Pickwick Theatre offering both classical and popular music.
24.4 Miles
38% 78 votes
Movie Theaters 601 N. Martingale Rd, 105, Schaumburg, IL 60173 MoreLess Info
A 20-screen movie theater, AMC Loews Streets of Woodfield 20 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers an IMAX auditorium, stadium seating, mobile ticketing, independent films and a concession area.
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