Things to Do with Kids in Wilmette, IL

  • TripBuzz found 589 things to do with kids in or near Wilmette, Illinois, including 573 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Growth Spurts to Centennial Family Aquatic Center, the Wilmette area offers 107 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Skating Rinks and Hiking Trails.
  • Just minutes from Chicago, Wilmette is a small village that has received national attention for being a great community for families with children. An important destination for those interested in the Bahai faith, Wilmette is home to their one and only temple in the United States. Along with swimming beaches, the village is equipped with a rare doggy beach and outdoor amphitheater.
  • TripBuzz found 589 things to do with kids in or near Wilmette, Illinois, including 573 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Growth Spurts to Centennial Family Aquatic Center, the Wilmette area offers 107 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Skating Rinks and Hiking Trails.
  • Just minutes from Chicago, Wilmette is a small village that has received national attention for being a great community for families with children. An important destination for those interested in the Bahai faith, Wilmette is home to their one and only temple in the United States. Along with swimming beaches, the village is equipped with a rare doggy beach and outdoor amphitheater.
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7.8 Miles
88% 8 votes
Skating Rinks 2800 Oakton Street, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Oakton Ice Arena is a regulation-size ice rink. The rink offers public skating hours, as well as ice hockey and figure skating programs with trained and experienced coaches and instructors.
7.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 636 Ridge Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 MoreLess Info
With a host of arts and fitness programs available, West Ridge Center has dance studios, classrooms, and playgrounds in its facility. Visitors can enroll their children in classes like martial arts, ceramics, and more.
8.1 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.
8.1 Miles
75% 4 votes
National & State Parks 2200 Busse Highway, Des Plaines, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Belleau Lake Forest Preserve is a park with a network of hiking trails and picnic areas. The lake is a popular fishing spot, and features largemouth bass, bluegill, bullhead catfish, rainbow trout, and others.
8.1 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 2701 W Sibley Street, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Situated in a prairie, visitors can see ducks, frogs, and tadpoles in the two ponds of Wildwood Nature Center. There is also a butterfly garden with several different species of butterflies.
8.1 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 2701 Sibley Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068 MoreLess Info
Located within a peaceful residential neighborhood, the Maine Park Leisure Center is a community center that provides a number of amenities and services for local residents. Meeting rooms, a gym, and a preschool program are among the amenities available.
8.1 Miles
50% 2 votes
Theaters 3323 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to shows suitable for child and family audiences, The Northbrook Theatre Department works to provide theatergoers opportunities to enjoy and participate in quality, local productions. They employ professional performers, and feature drama classes and summer drama workshops for students.
8.2 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.
8.5 Miles
70% 10 votes
Bowling 191 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 MoreLess Info
River Rand Bowl is a bowling alley and restaurant with an old school theme. Birthday parties and group hosting is available, as well as league play and various special events.
8.6 Miles
65% 51 votes
Specialty Museums 400 N. Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 MoreLess Info
The original McDonalds hosts a special adjoining McDonald's museum which talks about the company's history and their various experiments. Food and beverage have the trademark M and it feels very special to have it here.
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