Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Chicago, IL

It's time to Let It Go and head Into the Unknown this summer with a week of musical theater fun inspired by Frozen! Our week-long musical theater camp inspired by Frozen will bring your child's favorite songs and characters to life through music, dance, dramatic play, and process art activities. Stages camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child is in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Get ready to Defy Gravity this summer with everyone's favorite witches! Don't wait to enroll, this week is going to be POP-U-LAR! This week long camp, inspired by the hit musical WICKED and its iconic movie adaptation, combines the magic of musical theater with the fun and freedom of summer to help campers develop the skills every performer needs to perform on a Broadway Stage! Campers will spend the week singing, dancing, acting, and rehearsing for their Final Performance which will take place on the last day of camp! They’ll also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” helping to create costume pieces, sets, and props that they'll use in their final performance! Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). Best of all? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Get ready to Defy Gravity this summer with everyone's favorite witches! Don't wait to enroll, this week is going to be POP-U-LAR! This week long camp, inspired by the hit musical WICKED and its iconic movie adaptation, combines the magic of musical theater with the fun and freedom of summer to help campers develop the skills every performer needs to perform on a Broadway Stage! Campers will spend the week singing, dancing, acting, and rehearsing for their Final Performance which will take place on the last day of camp! They’ll also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” helping to create costume pieces, sets, and props that they'll use in their final performance! Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). Best of all? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Preschoolers can now experience the magic of Broadway with a class designed specifically for them! Each week, Broadway Little Stars introduces preschoolers to a new musical through activities inspired by the “show of the week” and designed to get them singing, dancing, and acting along. Classes are taught by professional teaching artists who are experts at engaging and educating children in fun, developmentally appropriate ways. Whether your child is ready for the spotlight or simply loves musicals, this class is for them!

Ready to see how it's done Done DONE?! Join us for a week of musical fun inspired by the award-winning K POP DEMON HUNTERS! Our week-long musical theater camp inspired by K Pop Demon Hunters will bring your child's favorite songs and characters to life through music, dance, dramatic play, and process art activities. Stages camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child is in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Discover Chicago’s most iconic landmarks illuminated after dark on this small-group night tour (max 6 guests) with hotel pick-up and drop-off included in the price. Start your evening at the legendary Willis Tower Skydeck, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Ride up to the 103rd floor for panoramic 360-degree views that stretch up to 50 miles across four states, and step onto The Ledge for a thrilling glass-floor experience above the sparkling city lights. Next, relax on a narrated Chicago River skyline cruise, where you’ll marvel at more than 40 landmarks as the city’s famous architecture glows brilliantly against the night sky. To complete your adventure, visit the iconic Cloud Gate (“The Bean”) in Millennium Park, one of the most photographed attractions in Chicago. With luxury transportation, small group comfort, and round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off included, this Chicago night tour offers the perfect way to experience the Windy City at its most dazzling.

Discover the elegance and beauty of Hanfu, the traditional 
clothing of ancient China, in this one-of-a-kind cultural experience here at our Chinatown Visitor Center! Step into Ancient Elegance in Authentic Hanfu Costumes! Take stunning photos & share with your friends Learn about the history and meaning of Hanfu Fun for families, friends, and culture lovers of all ages

This Chicago Food & Bike tour is perfect for the entire family, put on by Bobby’s Bike Hike, whose food tours in just the past year have ranked as Top 10 in America by USA Today and Top 20 in the world by Tripadvisor. Biking is easy in Chicago because of it's miles of bike trails, flat terrain and easy connections between attractions. We’ll be sampling from each of Chicago’s well known and unique foods -- deep dish pizza, a true Chicago hot dog, and a dessert for good measure. You’ll learn the history behind the foods and also get a taste for some of Chicago’s most popular downtown districts as we cruise through the Gold Coast, Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, Museum Campus, Navy Pier and along the Lakefront. Whether day or night, you'll get fantastic views of the skyline and feel the city's vibrant energy. Veggie options available. Bikes, Helmets and all Child Equipment included on this engaging bicycle tour of Chicago.

Take your shot at completing this Chicago Scavenger Hunt around the Loop and River North neighborhoods including the Riverwalk. Complete this solo or build a ScavSquad of up to 5 people and discover the city like never before! Use clues and hints within the app to complete the objectives (if you get stuck, you can skip and go back later). Some objectives have prizes so do your best to complete as many objectives correctly. Once complete, you can view the Leaderboard to see how you did against others.

Walk around Chicago while completing the Operation City Quest scavenger hunt! Use an app to find a list of objects around the city in any order you choose and perform fun challenges for points. Collect points and take a look at your score compared to others across the country. All of our scavenger hunts have a remote host via chat to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Chicago.

Enjoy a private photoshoot in Chicago’s beautiful urban jungle at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. During this 40-minute session, I’ll help you feel confident and relaxed while taking high-quality photos using iPhone, optimized for social media. You’ll receive about 50 digital photos, including 5 professionally edited images, delivered via a private online gallery. Please download your photos within 14 days after receiving access, as the gallery link will expire.

Explore over 30 iconic movie and TV locations on this two-hour walking tour of downtown Chicago! Visit sites from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Untouchables, The Dark Knight, The Bear, and more. See the theater from Public Enemies, Harold Washington Library from Ocean’s Eleven, the Chicago Board of Trade and Calder’s Flamingo from Ferris Bueller, iconic Blues Brothers spots, and Bruce Wayne’s penthouse and Harvey Dent’s office from The Dark Knight. Perfect for film buffs and Chicago enthusiasts alike.

Four days to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the three major lakes in the Great Lakes region of the US, all of which are located in Lake Michigan in the US. Four famous lakeside cities: Milwaukee and Traverse City along Lake Michigan, Green Bay along Green Bay, and Sault Ste. Mackinac Island, which was once selected as one of the top ten most beautiful islands in the world and known as the treasure of the Great Lakes in North America; Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Scenic Area with beautiful beaches. Room Details All hotel rooms are based on two Full / Double beds or one King/Queen bed depends on what rooms are availiable at the hotel on the day. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers. One Room Selection If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please create separate bookings. Avoid traveling in a different bus? If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.

-First, we will meet at the first location. -Then, we will enter a nice cozy lovely bar that offers local beers and affordable cocktails. -Then, we will enter a neighborhood tavern that offers spirit-forward cocktails, craft beer and wine. With interesting wall objects and beautiful outdoor space when weather permits. -Last, they will visit a landmark funky cocktail bar and intimate live music venue with an atmosphere that echoes another era.

Discover the stories, styles, and spirit that built Chicago into the architectural capital of the world. On this walking tour through the Loop, you’ll explore the birthplace of the skyscraper, visit landmarks like the Chicago Theatre, the Pablo Picasso at the Daley Plaza, and Millennium Park, and see how the city rose from the Great Fire to define modern design. Led by a friendly local guide who’s passionate about Chicago’s history and architecture, this tour brings the skyline to life one building, story, and photo stop at a time. Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast, a first-time visitor, or a curious local, you’ll walk away seeing Chicago in a whole new way.

Step into Chicago’s past and explore the story of America’s first model industrial town on this guided walking tour through the Pullman Historic District. Once the heart of George Pullman’s luxury railcar empire, this neighborhood is now a National Monument that beautifully preserves its 19th-century charm and revolutionary history. Wander past rows of red-brick homes, elegant civic buildings, and historic landmarks as your local guide shares the fascinating rise and fall of the Pullman Company—and how a workers’ strike here forever changed labor rights across the country. - Explore a National Monument – Walk through one of the best-preserved 19th-century industrial communities in the United States. - Visit historic landmarks – See the Pullman Administration Building, Hotel Florence, Greenstone Church, and the Pullman Historic Foundation Visitor Center. - Discover labor movement history – Learn how the famous 1894 Pullman Strike shaped the future of workers’ rights in America.

• Skip the lines and explore the world-renowned Field Museum with a ticket and a digital tour - all in one app • Get into an Ancient Egyptian tomb and learn incredible facts about mummification and death rituals • Meet face-to-face with the largest predator that ever walked on Earth, SUE the Tyrannosaurus rex • Follow billions of years of evolution to see the 3.2-million-year-old Lucy, the oldest human fossil • Feel like on a wildlife-watching expedition walking along the Nature Walk amidst detailed dioramas

With Crazy Dash, you'll use an app to explore Chicago in this exciting scavenger hunt! Use an app to find things around the city in any order you want, take photos, and collect points. At the end, take a look at the rankings to see your score compared to others across the country. All scavenger hunts have a live remote host that will help via chat. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come join us in Chicago today!

Enjoy the car-free lakefront trail and explore Chicago’s beaches, parks, lagoons, This tour offers a diverse mix of nature and attractions. Top sights include: The Chicago Lakefront, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountation, Grant Park, Easy riding and kid-friendly, great fun for the whole family!

Discover the charm of Milwaukee on a small group day trip from Chicago! Enjoy a guided city tour, explore iconic landmarks, and experience the legendary Miller Brewery with exclusive behind-the-scenes access and tastings. With comfortable transport, expert local insights, and a friendly group atmosphere, this all-inclusive adventure is perfect for curious travelers. Book now for a memorable escape to Milwaukee's culture and flavors!

This tour offers a refreshing blend of Chicago’s iconic sights and hidden suburban gems, giving travelers a unique perspective on the city's diverse culture, history, and architecture. Start by marveling at Chicago’s world-renowned skyline, exploring its legendary landmarks, and soaking in the vibrant energy of the city. Then, step beyond the usual tourist path to uncover the hidden treasures nestled in the suburbs. Discover the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, an architectural masterpiece showcasing intricate carvings and spiritual serenity; visit the quirky Leaning Tower of Niles, a charming replica of Italy’s famous landmark; experience the awe-inspiring Bahá’í House of Worship, known for its breathtaking design and peaceful ambiance; and stroll through Westfield Old Orchard, a stylish open-air shopping destination offering a blend of modern luxury and relaxed charm. This thoughtfully curated journey bridges the gap between city excitement and suburban surprises. Ready to explore?