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Touring Chicago at Sunset with Big Bus Tours

The one thing about living in Chicago is that there is always something fun to do. When you are born and raised here you think you have seen everything the city has to offer you but every now and then something new comes along that gives you a fresh take on the city. We were…
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June 19, 2024
Visiting the Bluey x Camp Collaboration

Friends, we were lucky to experience the new Bluey x Camp collaboration last week and my family had an amazing time. I will admit that I have not watched as many Bluey episodes as the next parent, but you do not need to know much to attend. You need to know that you will have…
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May 28, 2024
360 CHICAGO Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of TILT

360 CHICAGO, the iconic 17,000 sq. ft. observation deck located on the 94th floor of 875 N. Michigan Ave, is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its iconic thrill ride, TILT, with a birthday party on June 10 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. 360 CHICAGO will continue to celebrate TILT’s milestone with events and activations…
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May 23, 2024
First Guests announced for Fan Expo Chicago

Chicago’s longest-running comic and pop culture convention, FAN EXPO Chicago today offered a first look at this year’s event running August 16 – 18, 2024 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. The three-day expo will see celebrity superstars, comic and graphic novel artists, gamers, and epic cosplayers gather for an unforgettable celebration of all…
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March 28, 2024
Celebrate your Valentine at Navy Pier

Cupid’s bow is aimed squarely at Navy Pier as the city’s most storied waterfront destination prepares for its biggest Valentine’s celebration to-date. Kicking into high gear with the Pier’s first-ever Valentine’s themed fireworks display on Feb. 10, Navy Pier and its partners are spreading the love over two full weeks of one-of-a-kind experiences, romantic photo ops, and…
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January 30, 2024
SPARKLE LIGHT FESTIVAL RETURNS TO ROSEMONT’S IMPACT FIELD

Friends, The Fandads have experienced the Sparkle Light Festival a few times and it is always a blast going! Get ready to make plans and have fun with your family! The Village of Rosemont is thrilled to announce the return of Sparkle Light Festival at Impact Field, the premier holiday destination for family fun. This…
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October 13, 2023
Chicago, Get Ready to CAMP!

CAMP, The Family Experience Company, is bringing its beloved shop-and-play retail experience to the Midwest this summer with a 7,500-square-foot Chicago location at 651 W. North Avenue. CAMP is part toy store, part party venue, part immersive theater space — behind CAMP’s signature Magic Door, a speakeasy-style pivoting wall leads to interactive family experiences that…
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July 21, 2023
Blue Man Group is getting a Pretty Damn Sweet Upgrade this Summer

We have been lucky to attend the Blue Man Group a few times. The second time we attended was my son’s first visit and he had a blast. The show is so visually entertaining and I am excited about their new upgrades. Check out the teaser video below and read about the Blue Man Group…
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June 29, 2023
FAN EXPO CHICAGO 2023

Chicago’s longest-running comic and pop culture convention, FAN EXPO Chicago today announced highlights of this year’s event running August 10 – 13, 2023 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. The four-day expo will see celebrity superstars, comic and graphic novel artists, gamers, and epic cosplayers gather for an unforgettable celebration of all…
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May 11, 2023
Pixar Putt Returns to Navy Pier

Pixar Putt, the ultimate pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience will be returning to Navy Pier from Saturday, April 22, through Monday, September 10. To celebrate its return, Navy Pier will be giving away free tickets on our Instagram and Facebook pages the week of April 17. The course consists of 18 fun and interactive holes inspired…
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April 14, 2023