Things to Do with Kids in De Kalb, IL

  • TripBuzz found 93 things to do with kids in or near De Kalb, Illinois, including 90 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Charles, Geneva, Dekalb and Cherry Valley.
  • From Ellwood House Museum to Shabbona Lake State Park, the De Kalb area offers 104 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Lake, Historic Homes and Parks.
  • Named after decorated Revolutionary War hero Johann de Kalb, the city of De Kalb is located in Illinois' northern region. Home to Northern Illinois University the city is primarily known as a college town and residential community. Visitors can enjoy tours of various historic landmarks and museums as well as golf courses and local parks.
  • TripBuzz found 93 things to do with kids in or near De Kalb, Illinois, including 90 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Charles, Geneva, Dekalb and Cherry Valley.
  • From Ellwood House Museum to Shabbona Lake State Park, the De Kalb area offers 104 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Lake, Historic Homes and Parks.
  • Named after decorated Revolutionary War hero Johann de Kalb, the city of De Kalb is located in Illinois' northern region. Home to Northern Illinois University the city is primarily known as a college town and residential community. Visitors can enjoy tours of various historic landmarks and museums as well as golf courses and local parks.
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25.8 Miles
69% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 8301 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, AMC Showplace Rockford 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers an IMAX auditorium, stadium seating, a party room, theater rentals and a concession area with food and drinks.
25.8 Miles
83% 6 votes
Paintball 1891 N Farnsworth Avenue, Aurora, IL 60505 MoreLess Info
Featuring inflatable and metal obstacles, Fox Paintball offers visitors a variety of themed paintball fields such as Stonehenge, Xball, Ulimate Air, and woodlands courses. The park also hosts scenario events, tournaments, and team practices.
26.0 Miles
22% 199 votes
Water Parks 7801 E. State Street, Rockford, IL 61108 MoreLess Info
Any time of the year is perfect for the CoCo Key Water Resort, a 60,000 square feet indoor water park. Perfect for birthday parties or family getaway, the park features rides on the lazy river, water slides, cabanas, and large arcade.
26.1 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bowling 810 Villa Street, Elgin, IL 60120 MoreLess Info
Family owned and operated Bowlway Lanes is a fun family-friendly bowling alley that provides local entertainment to Elgin locals. The bowling alley offers a full service pro shop, snack cafe, video arcade and drink bar.
26.3 Miles
100% 6 votes
Hiking Trails 945 Bluff City Blvd, Elgin, IL MoreLess Info
Situated on 160-acres of land, Bluff Spring Fen is a nature preserve that is characterized by mineral-rich springs, wetlands, savannas, and gravel hills. The preserve features more than 20 species of dragonflies.
26.4 Miles
68% 40 votes
Maze 14510 IL Route 176, Woodstock, IL 60098 MoreLess Info
All Seasons Apple Orchard Pumpkin Patch Corn Maze is a lovely orchard that offers the opportunity to pick your own juicy apples and perfect pumpkins. Also enjoy the corn mazes and the hay ride.
26.4 Miles
53% 15 votes
Family Fun Center 1611 S. Randall Road, Algonquin, IL 60102 MoreLess Info
Brunswick Zone XL - Randall Road is a bowling alley and fun center that also includes an onsite bar and grill. 38 lanes of bowling is featured along with 8 billiard tables, lazer tag, and a variety of arcade games.
26.4 Miles
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Disc Golf 30W150 Wilson Road, West Chicago, IL 60185 MoreLess Info
Kress Creek Farms Disc Golf features an 18-hole disc golf course with a mix of large trees and open fairways and moderate elevation. The hole distances range from 170 ft to 665 ft.
26.5 Miles
92% 25 votes
Natural Landmarks 65 N. Harrison St., Oswego, IL MoreLess Info
Spanning along the Fox River in Oswego, Hudson Crossing Park is home to a number of waterfowl in the summertime. The park features sitting areas, lighted picnic spots, an egret sculpture garden and canoe access.
26.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Scenic Railroads PO Box 725, Oswego, IL 60543 MoreLess Info
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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