Harvest Fest at Indian Boundary One-time only
Sun, Oct 4 · 10:00 AM
West Ridge
Playgrounds in Chicago worth going out for.
The neighbourhoods are the whole point, and I'd rather send you to Pilsen or Logan Square than anywhere downtown.
I keep track of playgrounds in Chicago and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.
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Browse Chicago neighborhood by neighborhood, get ideas just for you, or ask me anything.
Top picks
Balloon Museum | EmotionAir Chicago
Belmont Gardens
Pumpkin Patch at Sheridan One-time only
Sat, Oct 3 · 10:00 AM
Little Italy
Outdoor Discovery Day One-time only
Mon, Oct 12 · 9:00 AM
Skokie
Wake Up Words Family Playtime One-time only
Sun, Dec 6 · 11:00 AM
Glencoe
Northbrook Play
Northbrook
Bloom & Play Cafe | Sandbox Play Cafe Hot right now
Schaumburg
Obama Presidential Center Playground Newcomer
Jackson Park
YOYO's Wonderland Newcomer
Orland Park
Playroom Cafe
Mt Prospect
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Frequently asked questions
How are these playgrounds in Chicago chosen?
I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.
Is everything here still happening?
Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.
How do I find something that suits me?
Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.
Do I need an account?
No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.
Is it free?
Yes, completely.