Chicago Kid Fest 2026
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Celebrate Back-to-School with a day of kids fun while learning about enrichment programming in Chicago!
Chicago Kid Fest is an exciting outdoor event where families can meet local activity providers from across Chicago! Discover music schools, sports leagues, dance studios, art classes, enrichment programs, and lots of new ideas to keep your kids active and inspired!
*Free samples and mini activities for kids
*Face painting, games, and entertainment
*Giveaways and special discounts for fall sign-ups
*A chance to discover hidden gems and trusted programs right in your neighborhood!
Sunday, August 16 from 9am-1pm
Outdoors at Music House, 1018 N. California
Free!
Get a Family Portrait with Alexa Viscius Photography!
Alexa Viscius Photography will be on-site at Chicago Kid Fest with a backdrop set up for 10-minute family mini sessions — an easy way to walk away with an updated family photo while you're at the fest. Sessions are $200 (normally $300), with limited spots available.
Book your mini-session here: www.alexaviscius.com/kids-fest
This year's sponsors include Near North Montessori, Brain to Belly Kids Yoga, Big Blue Swim School North Center, PSG Academy Chicago, Game On! Sports 4 Girls, RSM Lincoln Park, Bubbles Academy, Stages Chicago, MacaroniKID, and Music House, School of Performing Arts!
Stage Performance Schedule:
9:30am-10:00am: Presented by Music House...Ready Set Dance! Class for ages 2-5
10:00am-10:30am: Presented by Forevermore Dance & Theater Arts...Dance Team performance
10:30am-11:00am: Presented by Bubbles Academy...Interactive Kids Concert
11:00am-11:30am: Presented by Brain to Belly Kids Yoga...Mini Yoga Class
11:30am-12:00pm: Presented by Stages Chicago...Broadway & Me Class
12:00pm-12:30pm: Presented by Music House...Ukulele Class for all ages
Celebrate Back-to-School with a day of kids fun while learning about enrichment programming in Chicago!
Chicago Kid Fest is an exciting outdoor event where families can meet local activity providers from across Chicago! Discover music schools, sports leagues, dance studios, art classes, enrichment programs, and lots of new ideas to keep your kids active and inspired!
*Free samples and mini activities for kids
*Face painting, games, and entertainment
*Giveaways and special discounts for fall sign-ups
*A chance to discover hidden gems and trusted programs right in your neighborhood!
Sunday, August 16 from 9am-1pm
Outdoors at Music House, 1018 N. California
Free!
Get a Family Portrait with Alexa Viscius Photography!
Alexa Viscius Photography will be on-site at Chicago Kid Fest with a backdrop set up for 10-minute family mini sessions — an easy way to walk away with an updated family photo while you're at the fest. Sessions are $200 (normally $300), with limited spots available.
Book your mini-session here: www.alexaviscius.com/kids-fest
This year's sponsors include Near North Montessori, Brain to Belly Kids Yoga, Big Blue Swim School North Center, PSG Academy Chicago, Game On! Sports 4 Girls, RSM Lincoln Park, Bubbles Academy, Stages Chicago, MacaroniKID, and Music House, School of Performing Arts!
Stage Performance Schedule:
9:30am-10:00am: Presented by Music House...Ready Set Dance! Class for ages 2-5
10:00am-10:30am: Presented by Forevermore Dance & Theater Arts...Dance Team performance
10:30am-11:00am: Presented by Bubbles Academy...Interactive Kids Concert
11:00am-11:30am: Presented by Brain to Belly Kids Yoga...Mini Yoga Class
11:30am-12:00pm: Presented by Stages Chicago...Broadway & Me Class
12:00pm-12:30pm: Presented by Music House...Ukulele Class for all ages
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Where is it happening?
1018 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-3408, United States
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