Rest up for the weekend because we’re packing it full of fabulous. Dinos are everywhere at Brookfield Zoo, Navy Pier is going Latin and butterflies are waiting to greet you at Chicago Botanic Garden. Read on and make your three-day bucket list.
photo: Chicago Botanic Garden
Almost Gone! Outdoor Programming at Kohl Children’s Museum
For just a bit longer you can experience SummerBurst: An EXPLORsion of Outdoor Fun’s interactive STEAM-focused activities. Fri.-Sun. Event details.
Have Old-Timey Fun at Long Grove’s Vintage Days
This open-air summer marketplace features all things vintage, reclaimed and repurposed. Families will especially love the penny carnival run by kids, for kids, and the complimentary tractor rides. Sat. & Sun. Event details.
Seek the Hidden Fairy Houses in Chicago Park Natural Areas
Infuse a bit of magic into your park days with a series of enchanting Fairy Houses made with natural items like branches, plants, feathers and rocks. Fri.-Sun. Event details.
Get Lost in a Sea of Butterflies at Chicago Botanic Garden
Hundreds of winged beautifies and pretty petals are waiting to greet you at Butterflies and Blooms. Fri.-Sun. Event details.
Head to Navy Pier for LatinNxt
Navy Pier’s annual celebration of Latin music features local, national and international artists exploring new ways to connect traditional Latin music with modern sounds. Fri. & Sat. Event details.
Party Likes it’s 1499 at Bristol Renaissance Faire
Transport yourself to Elizabethan England and enjoy the costumed characters, period music, jousting tournaments, acrobatic and comedy acts, rides, games and more! Sat. & Sun. Event details.
Don’t MIss Navy Pier’s Fireworks Display
Keep the kids up a tad later to experience the fireworks display synchronized to music at Navy Pier. Make it extra memorable and book a segway tour for the family! Sat. Event details.
Pick Your Favorite Dino at Brookfield Zoo’s Dinos Everywhere
Nearly 45 animatronic dinosaurs that are BIGGER and BADDER than any dinos you’ve ever met are visiting Brookfield Zoo. Look for these earth-shakers throughout the park. Fri.-Sun. Event details.
Walk In Awe Amongst the Human + Nature Sculptures at Morton Arboretum
Five massive sculptures rise above the natural landscape at Morton Arboretum. The thought-provoking human forms paired with elements of nature bring attention to the deep connection between people and nature. Fri.-Sun. Event details.
Be Treated to Original Works by Frida Kahlo at Cleve Carney Art Gallery
Frida Kahlo is considered one of the greatest artists of all time. See a 26-piece collection that spans her career, a series of photographs detailing her life and visit the poetry garden and children’s area. Fri.-Sun. Event details.
Didn’t find what you’re looking for? Luck is on your side because we have loads more to-dos on our calendar—even lots of virtual activities to connect with people, museums and businesses all over the country. Check it out!
— Maria Chambers
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