The 10 Best Fun Activities & Games in Illinois, United States

January 23, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee

Discover the best top things to do in Illinois, United States including Meadowbrook Park, North Wall Rock Climbing, Timber Lake Playhouse, Flick Park, Kiddy Club, Wilder Park, BumbleBee Play Cafe, Arlington Park, Berens Park, Jumer's Casino Rock Island.
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1. Meadowbrook Park

Windsor Road and Race Street, Urbana, Champaign-Urbana, IL +1 217-367-1544 http://www.urbanaparks.org/parks/meadowbrook-park
Excellent
80%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 124 reviews

Meadowbrook Park

Reviewed By ChocolateKisses1 - Toronto, Canada

We were visiting Urbana and were told about this wonderful park. It was a beautiful day for a walk and this was the perfect place to see and experience its beauty. It was during the week and it was not too busy. We were able to relax and enjoy the unusual park artwork and sculptures. There is a paved walking path around the park. Children were playing in the playground. The park is lovely and peaceful.

2. North Wall Rock Climbing

824 S Main St Ste 106, Crystal Lake, IL 60014-6265 +1 815-356-6855 http://www.climbnorthwall.com/
Excellent
85%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 13 reviews

North Wall Rock Climbing

3. Timber Lake Playhouse

8215 Black Oak Rd, Mount Carroll, IL 61053-9269 +1 815-244-2048 [email protected] http://www.Timberlakeplayhouse.org
Excellent
84%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 37 reviews

Timber Lake Playhouse

In 1961, Timber Lake Playhouse was established as a professional, non-profit summer theatre company. The mission of Timber Lake Playhouse is to provide the best expression of theater arts to the regional community by presenting creative works that entertain and inspire.

Reviewed By 955jaeh

Sadly, the 2018 resident players' schedule for Timber Lake Playhouse is over, but they may have saved the best for last. Weekends on September 7-16, Mount Carroll audiences will be treated to a New York production of Beehive:The 60's Musical. I can't wait! The scope and quality of this professional summer theatre in the corn fields continues to grow and dazzle.

4. Flick Park

3600 Glenview Rd, Glenview, IL 60025-2537
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 12 reviews

Flick Park

5. Kiddy Club

4314 E New York St, Aurora, IL 60504-4121 +1 630-229-6247 [email protected] http://www.kiddy-club.com
Excellent
92%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 13 reviews

Kiddy Club

Take a break from routine, come sail away to our relaxing retreat for parents and a destination getaway for children! At Kiddy Club, we try our best to create a calming, pleasant and educational experience for your little one(s) while they play. We love to serve children, but we love parents just as much! Have a coffee with friends and enjoy the time!

6. Wilder Park

175 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126-3245 https://www.epd.org/parks/wilder-park
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Wilder Park

7. BumbleBee Play Cafe

1015 N Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123-2319 +1 847-742-3000 http://bumblebeeplaycafe.com/
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 3 reviews

BumbleBee Play Cafe

Reviewed By Allen21096 - Chicago, United States

We thought that we would see what the BumbleBee Play Cafe was all about one weekday, so while we were with my 3 year old granddaughter, we went there. The BumbleBee Play Cafe is a large building in a large shopping center mall. I'm not sure what type of business had been in the building before. There is plenty of parking available in the lot. When you walk in, you'll notice a cafe that is separated from the play area and another cafe that is actually between the two play rooms. One of the playrooms is designed for toddlers and the other is designed for slightly older kids. The staff is very efficient, helpful, informative & helpful.. They are very safety conscious and they do everything for the safety of the kids, including wristbands on the adults. There are also six separate party rooms, should you want to do a party there. Besides the typical tube crawls and slides, there is a grocery store play house, a fire station play house, a kitchen playset, a restaurant play station and a variety of ride-ons. They don't allow you to bring in food or beverages for regular play, though I'm not sure about how it works for parties. There is plenty of snack or light foods for both kids and adults. The pricing is really good and parents & grandparents are free. There are the usual waivers to sign. This is a great, comfortable and safe environment if you are looking for a place for kids to play on a day when the weather is too hot, rainy or cold.

8. Arlington Park

2200 W Euclid Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005-1004 +1 847-385-7500 http://www.arlingtonpark.com/
Excellent
61%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 503 reviews

Arlington Park

Described as "the most beautiful track in America", Arlington began Thoroughbred racing on October 13, 1927, when more than 20,000 fans braved the cold weather to celebrate the event in high style. Since then, Arlington International has become a social destination and perfect summer hangout to watch and wager on the amazing sport of Thoroughbred horse racing! Arlington offers beautiful venues for everything from corporate outings to reunions to weddings, and it's the ideal spot for groups of friends to catch-up, watch the ponies and meet new people. From Miller Lite Party in the Park on Friday, to Miller Lite Horses & Hops on Saturdays, to Sunday Family Days presented by Daily Herald and Lipton Iced Tea, it's always a great time!

Reviewed By 24elizabethh

It was our daughter's 30th BIRTHDAY,we decided to take her for her first time to the horse races.None of us bet much,but it is always fun to pick a horse you may think will win.I choose to look at the horse and jockey before I place my bet.But my daughter pretty much decided to bet by the horses name.The men went by name and of course the odds.We stayed for seven races,while having some great snacks,and a couple of alcoholic drinks. It was a beautiful.day out,which made the day also enjoyable.Arlington race track is clean,and in some parts very pretty.It is fun to watch the horses come on the track,and to see the horses that won go into the winners circle. A Fun day ! Just watch how much you decide to bet,it is easy to get carried away.

9. Berens Park

493 Oaklawn Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 +1 630-993-8900 http://www.epd.org/parks/berens-park
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2 reviews

Berens Park

10. Jumer's Casino Rock Island

777 Jumers Dr, Rock Island, IL 61201-7606 +1 800-477-7747 [email protected] http://www.jumerscasinohotel.com
Excellent
69%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,063 reviews

Jumer's Casino Rock Island

There’s no better place for nonstop gaming action and luxurious amenities than this Illinois Casino & Hotel. Jumer’s Casino and Hotel is equipped with the best in slots, table games, world-class hotel accommodations, amenities and dining. Jumer's amenities include a full service salon and day spa, four restaurants, gift shop, pool, fitness center and so much more! So, plan your visit to Jumer’s Casino and Hotel resort today. Your greatest Illinois gaming adventure awaits you!Recently Added: Aqua Driving Range with Floating Green.

Reviewed By T698CNdavidb

Clean non smoking wide selection of plays friendly great rooms good food great steak house gifts good selection on comps

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