Things to Do with Kids in Highland Park, IL

  • TripBuzz found 563 things to do with kids in or near Highland Park, Illinois, including 545 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Hidden Creek Aqua Park to Centennial Ice Arena, the Highland Park area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Recreation Centers, History Museums and Mini Golf.
  • Highland Park is a suburban community located within Illinois' Lake County. Located twenty-six miles from downtown Chicago, locals and tourists enjoy the serene escape from the bustling city life. The vibrant downtown shopping district and outdoor performance pavilion provide entertainment, while the public beaches and local yacht club offer a more relaxing experience.
  • TripBuzz found 563 things to do with kids in or near Highland Park, Illinois, including 545 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Hidden Creek Aqua Park to Centennial Ice Arena, the Highland Park area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Recreation Centers, History Museums and Mini Golf.
  • Highland Park is a suburban community located within Illinois' Lake County. Located twenty-six miles from downtown Chicago, locals and tourists enjoy the serene escape from the bustling city life. The vibrant downtown shopping district and outdoor performance pavilion provide entertainment, while the public beaches and local yacht club offer a more relaxing experience.
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7.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Playgrounds 2200 Grove Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Roosevelt park has plenty of sun, shade, and amenities to keep small and large crowds busy for hours. The park includes a fieldhouse for large get togethers, 4 ball fields, 3 tennis courts, 1 basketball court, and 2 football fields.
7.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 1930 Prairie Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Jackman Park is a community park offering a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include a playground geared towards park's younger visitors as well as an open grassy area where live concerts are hosted during the summer.
7.5 Miles
74% 90 votes
Factory Tours 333 Lexington Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
Long Grove Confectionary Co. seems to be the perfect place not only for kids, but for chocolate lovers also. Besides the many specialties, chocolate is transformed into art by the employees of this factory.
7.5 Miles
100% 30 votes
Theaters 1723 Glenview Rd, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Oil Lamp Theater is located in Glenview, Illinois. It has a beautiful lobby and good reception. Some snack items are available free of cost. The performers are very energetic and agile, the plays are engaging.
7.5 Miles
80% 5 votes
Skating Rinks 1500 Abbott Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 MoreLess Info
Visitors can practice their skating skills during one of the freestyle figure skating sessions at Twin Rinks Ice Pavilion Inc. The rink is NHL sized, and hosts youth hockey leagues and classes.
7.5 Miles
- 4 votes
Arcades 7150 Capitol Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090 MoreLess Info
Party Fantasy Raceway is a family fun attraction centered around two go kart tracks - one for younger children, another built for older kids and adults. The center also has bounce pits, rock climbing walls, and an arcade among other attractions.
7.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 2400 Thornwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 MoreLess Info
At Thornwood Park, visitors can enjoy recreational activities like tennis, baseball, and ice skating. The park has a playground with swings, a climbing structure, and monkey bars. There are also several walking paths for joggers.
7.7 Miles
95% 61 votes
Historic Buildings 1421 Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
Visitors can explore an outdoor history and nature museum that spans 143 acres across diverse prairie grove land at The Grove. The Grove features a variety of native plants, animals and nature trails, and offers workshops and hands-on programs.
7.7 Miles
78% 9 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Hibbard Road and Skokie Blvd, Wilmette, IL MoreLess Info
Keay Nature Center is a 4.6 acre nature center featuring several accessible nature trails and small waterfalls. Much of the center's plant-life is identified via informational plaques, and visitors will also find several memorial signs.
7.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 2351 Dewes Street, Glenview, IL 60025 MoreLess Info
The most notable feature of Swenson Park, a spacious, community-managed public area, is its skate park section, which draws skateboarders from around the area. The park also offers basketball courts, ball fields, and numerous picnic areas.
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