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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100% 1 votes
Parks 2195 N Hicks Road, Palatine, IL 60074 MoreLess Info
Available for the use of local residents, the Falcon Park Recreation Center is a location filled with numerous recreational facilities and amenities. These include an artificial turf indoor field, two basketball courts, and a 12-lap mile walking track.
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Inline Skating 1511 Chestnut Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
As an indoor rollerskating rink, Paramount Roller Skating Arena provides inline and standard skate rentals for visitors to use. The rink offers several birthday party packages that includes admission to the rink, skate rentals, and a meal.
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100% 1 votes
Parks 500 South Fernandez Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 MoreLess Info
Pioneer Park is a community park that features expansive green grass fitting for picnics or sports play. The vibrant park also offers basketball, baseball, tennis, football, a swimming pool and a children's playground.
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Kayaking 1831 Old Chicago Road, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
At Quest Water Sports, visitors can rent a variety of kayaks and stand up paddle boards to take out on the region's major waterways. The shop hosts public events like kayak workshops, fishing tournaments, and boat races.
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93% 15 votes
Specialty Museums 1100 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL MoreLess Info
The history of both the Ottawa region and the Boy Scouts of America is the focus of the Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum, which also offers special lectures and on-site events. Several nature trails run through the grounds adjacent to the museum for walking as well.
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90% 20 votes
Historic Homes 100 West Lafayette Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
The Reddick Mansion and Gardens are a historic house and grounds that date back before the Civil War. Managed by a local non-profit, tours through the restored building, rooms, and gardens are offered by reservation throughout the year.
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100% 1 votes
Specialty Museums 1100 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
The Ottawa Scouting Museum focuses on the history of both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in the area. It maintains permanent exhibits, and hosts rotating exhibits showcasing different aspects of scouting through the years.
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67% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 827 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 MoreLess Info
The Roxy Cinema is a movie theater that offers discounts to children under 12 and seniors over the age of 55. The cinema also offers discount cards that can be valid for up to two years.
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100% 2 votes
History Museums 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
Guests can enjoy interactive exhibits at the Isle a la Cache Museum which cover the local area's history during the 18th century. Along with artifacts linked to the Great Lakes fur trade, there is a replica Native American longhouse.
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47% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 10000 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517 MoreLess Info
Offering first-run films, AMC Loews Woodridge 18 features 18 auditoriums with digital projection and stadium seating. The theater provides arcade game machines, private event hosting and a concession area serving food and beverages.
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