30 Free Outdoor Movies in Chicago This Summer for Kids

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Movie night with a view! Photo courtesy of the Chicago Park District

Free outdoor movies in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs scream summertime. Where else can you enjoy treats, green spaces, and staying up past bedtime? In Chicago, you can see a movie at a landmark destination like Navy Pier or Millennium Park, or enjoy a night out under the stars in your favorite neighborhood or suburban park. 

Want to see a movie in your car? Check out one of our favorite drive-in destinations. Have kids that aren't big enough to stay up past dark on a long summer night? Try out this list of favorite toddler playgrounds or water parks for little ones that are just as good during the day.

Pack your blanket or chair, bag of popcorn, and beverage of choice, and head out to one of the more than 30 locations we've found to see an outdoor movie in Chicago this summer!

 

Free Comic Books, Strawberries, Fitler Fun, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

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Enjoy live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and luscious strawberry-themed food and drink specials at The Strawberry Festival at Peddler's Village. Photo by Paul Berger

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

May in Philly is buzzing with family-friendly events. From the Annual Colonial Mayfair's historical charm to the adrenaline rush of Monster Jam, there's something for everyone. Don't miss Free Comic Book Day for superhero fun, and indulge in strawberry delights at the Strawberry Festival at Peddler's. Plus, explore art, culture, and diversity at the Barnes Free First Sunday Family Day and Dual Heritage Month Family Day.

Ninja Warrior Gyms, Parkour, and Obstacle Courses in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

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Your kids can practice being a ninja warrior at the Grit Ninja in Pleasantville.

Are makeshift ninja warrior gyms a common sight in your living room? If so, know that you're not alone—and then consider taking your kids to one of the many obstacle courses, ninja warrior, and parkour gyms in the area. It’s a fun indoor activity for when the weather is either too cold or too hot for outdoor play, and it helps get tons of energy out. 

Almost all the programs and gyms featured here offer classes and open gym time. Trial classes, camps, and birthday parties are also possibilities at most.  

Looking for more fun indoor activities with kids, like the area's top bowling alleys? Check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for Westchester Kids.

Best Summer Day Camps in Los Angeles

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Where else are kids going to learn archery, besides summer camp? Photo courtesy of Tom Sawyer Camp

Summer day camps in Los Angeles cater to a wide range of interests and ages. From traditional outdoor adventures to specialized programs in arts, sciences, and sports, there's something for every child. Camps in Los Angeles often take advantage of the city's natural beauty, with options for beachside activities, hiking in the nearby mountains, and exploring urban parks.

Whether it's making new friends, learning new skills, or simply having fun in the California sun, summer day camps in Los Angeles provide memorable experiences that last a lifetime.

Discover more summer day camps in Los Angeles, like performing arts summer camps, science & STEM summer camps, and surfing camps. There's even more in our Camp Directory and Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide. 

Star Wars Day, Cinco de Mayo, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, and More Fun Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend With Kids

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For an unforgettable start to the month, head to the May the Fourth celebration (otherwise known as Star Wars Day) at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Hollywood Studios. Photo courtesy of WDW

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list!

Get a head start on Star Wars Day with Galactic Games at the Fairview Shores Branch Library! Then, for an unforgettable May the 4th celebration, visit Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Hollywood Studios, which is known to host special activities in celebration of Star Wars Day (although not formally announced). Cap off the weekend with Cinco de Mayo fiestas at SeaWorld Orlando, Baldwin Park, and Sunset Walk. Plus, witness your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks as they perform at Osceola Heritage Park. Read on for everything happening this weekend!

Outdoor Festivals, Wild Kratts, and More Things to Do this Weekend in Atlanta with Kids

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It's the final weekend for kids to bounce, jump and slide their hearts out at the traveling bouncy house Big Bounce America. Photo courtesy of Big Bounce America.

Looking for the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend! 

Head out to fun, free festivals this first weekend of May in Atlanta, like May-Retta Daze in Marietta, Roswell Spring Arts and Crafts Festival, and the Decatur Arts Festival. All of these events have fun things to do for kids, in addition to food and art. Speaking of fun activities for kids (our specialty)...Wild Kratts fans get to activate their creature power this Sunday for Wild Kratts 2.0 at The Fox! For even more fun ideas to do this weekend, read below! 

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