Things to do in Rockford with kids

Illinois is a state seeped in history, excitement and adventure. It was also the state that Abraham Lincoln chose to call home, so that makes it pretty special! (You can even visit his home at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site!) 

The Prairie State has thrills and spills ahoy with Pirates Cove Children’s Theme Park, and that classic Six Flags Great America!  There are animals a-plenty with attractions like Brookfield Zoo, Summerfield Zoo and Wildlife Prairie Park, and great adventures perfect for those little kids with Safariland!

Museums are never far away featuring an incredible range of exhibits from the Geology Museum and the Chanute Aerospace Museum, to the Monticello Railway Museum and the historic Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum.

Active kids – you will have a field day with attractions such as American Obstacle adventure park, and the very exciting K1 Speed racing!

Illinois has small towns with charm, and big cities with excitement.  It’s the heart of America with endless places to visit with kids. Enjoy it, and don’t forget to get your kicks because Illinois is the start of Route 66!

There are so many fun things to do in Rockford with kids, we have a feeling you just might not want to leave!

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  • Discovery Center Museum

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    Rockford, IL
    The amazing Discovery Center Museum is full of over 250 exciting hands-on exhibits spread over a two-floor area. Out in the museum's backyard, visitors can explore Rock River Discovery Park, a giant, multi-level science park…
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  • Burpee Museum of Natural History

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    Rockford, IL
    Welcome! Burpee Museum is a natural history museum specializing in paleontology, geology, biology, and Native American life. We have three floors of exhibits.
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  • Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum

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    Rockford, IL
    A step back in time at one of only a handful of Swiss-style homes remaining in the USA from the 1800s. Filled with Victorian Era furnishings and artifacts, it also has a fascinating Indian Burial…
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  • Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden

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    Rockford, IL
    Come and get back to nature by exploring a beautiful botanical garden at Klehm Arboretum in Illinois!
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  • Messy Palette Art Studio

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    Rockford, IL
    Fun and creative art classes for kids aged 18 months all the way to 13 years, as well as kids birthday parties and kids gallery nights!
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  • Laser Quest Rockford

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    Rockford, IL
    Kids can don the most sophisticated laser tag equipment and enjoy combat style fun in a large, multi-level arena with specialty lighting, swirling fog and heart-pounding music!
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  • Midway Village Museum

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    6 miles
    Rockford, IL
    Interpreters in authentic period clothing bring Northern Illinois history to life in authentic Midway Village and engage students through a variety of hands-on activities--from rope making to operating a turn-of-the-20th century printing press.
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  • CoCo Key Indoor Water Park

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    7 miles
    Rockford, IL
    CoCo Key is Northern Illinois' ONLY all indoor water park! Splash-tastic attractions, a fun arcade with redemption prizes, birthday party rooms, private cabanas, snack bars…get ready to cool down!
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  • Magic Waters Waterpark

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    7 miles
    Cherry Valley, IL
    Cool off in summer at this family water park, with great attractions for the whole family including slides, rivers, and the largest wave pool in Illinois!
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  • Summerfield Zoo

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    14 miles
    Belvidere, IL
    From the Alligators to the Zebra, this sweet Illinois zoo and farm has family fun, education, and entertainment! Great for those personal animal experiences!
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  • Donleys Wild West Town

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    28 miles
    Union, IL
    The excitement and charm of the Old West come alive in Union, Illinois. Here you can experience life in the style of the Wild West where gunslingers have showdowns, trains run, slingshots are slung and…
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  • Illinois Railway Museum

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    29 miles
    Union, IL
    The Illinois Railway Museum, as you see it today, is the result of decades of effort by a dynamic group of dedicated volunteers. All of the buildings, track, locomotives and cars were assembled here at…
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  • All Seasons Pumpkin Patch Corn Maze

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    Woodstock, IL
    Farm fun with pick your own apples and pumpkins, with seasonal fun including a corn maze, petting zoo and farm market!
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  • Midway Drive In Theatre

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    40 miles
    Sterling, IL
    Sterling, Illinois brings you that classic retro “spaceship” ticket booth, a playground for the little ones, and full service concession stand - have a 1950s movie experience with the family!
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  • CMP Tactical Lazer Tag Lake Geneva

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    42 miles
    Lake Geneva, WI
    Video games come to life in this fun, safe and combat style experience with infra red lazers and great missions - on the largest outdoor lazer battlefield in the WORLD!
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  • Hickory Hills Campground

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    43 miles
    Edgerton, WI
    Great family camping fun in beautiful woodlands in Wisconsin, with swimming pool, beach, and fun activities for active kids!
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  • Never Grow Up Play Place

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    44 miles
    South Elgin, IL
    From indoor play to art classes, this fun and creative space in Illinois is perfect for kids to use their imagination and play until their heart's content! A great way to spend the day learning,…
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  • Santas Village Azoosment Park

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    44 miles
    East Dundee, IL
    Great family fun spending the day in three amusement parks in one...as well as a zoo!
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  • Fox River Trolley Museum

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    45 miles
    South Elgin, IL
    The Fox River Trolley Museum is a great place for the whole family - EDUCATION THROUGH DEMONSTRATION and FUN! There are now two destinations - The Jon Duerr (Blackhawk) Forest Preserve and Castlemuir in South…
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  • My Town Playground

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    45 miles
    Island Lake, IL
    Indoor playground for children 6 years and under, with ride ons, toys and play areas.
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  • Firehouse Ministries Fire Museum

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    46 miles
    Rock Falls, IL
    Take a look into the history of Rock Falls Firefighting at this fun fire museum in Illinois - great for kids who love big trucks and learning!
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  • Steel Beam Childrens Theatre

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    47 miles
    St. Charles, IL
    Daily children's and main stage shows, plus participation theatre in the form of classes, summer camps, workshops and audition-based theatrical productions for children ages 6 to 16.
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  • Volo Auto Museum

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    47 miles
    Volo, IL
    30 acres of automobile fun in Illinois, with Hollywood cars, classic cars and a Kids Zone!
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  • Old World Wisconsin

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    48 miles
    Eagle, WI
    Who knew history could be so fun?! Explore life in the late 1800s/early 1900s in a very hands-on way. Dig into some 19th century chores, meet farmers and learn what life was really like working…
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  • Sugar River Outfitters

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    49 miles
    Belleville, WI
    Canoe and Kayak adventures in Wisconsin with this fun family rental company that can take you into the great outdoors!
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  • Busy Barns Adventure Farm

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    49 miles
    Fort Atkinson, WI
    A fun place for kids to play with super cute animals, as well as enjoy this educational and playful farm.
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  • East Troy Electric Railroad

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    50 miles
    East Troy, WI
    The East Troy Electric Railroad runs from East Troy to Mukwonago in southeast Wisconsin. Regular weekend service begins May 10th and continues every weekend and holiday through October 26th. Weekday trains run from June 18th…
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  • Blackberry Farm

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    50 miles
    Aurora, IL
    A surprisingly entertaining historical attraction including museums and exhibits but also rides, traditional craft demonstrations and a great deal of scenic open space to run about in.
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  • Funway

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    50 miles
    Batavia, IL
    Indoor and outdoor fun for the whole family with 5 acres of games and activities!
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  • Lake County Discovery Museum

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    50 miles
    Wauconda, IL
    Showcases aspects of local history using intriguing exhibits and hands on features to keep learning fun. Permanent and travelling exhibitions.
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  • Aquatics and Nature Museum

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    51 miles
    Round Lake, IL
    offer 2 beach entry pools, 1 with interactive water play features including water slide, the other for more serious swimming. Also on site is the interactive Prairie Grass Nature Museum and Interpretive Nature Trail.
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  • TreeHouse

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    52 miles
    Lake Zurich, IL
    Visit a fun indoor play center fueled by the imagination of children! Kids of all ages - including parents - can enjoy the many fun play activities in this Lake Zurich fun palace!
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  • The Water Works

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    53 miles
    Schaumburg, IL
    Splashtastic family fun for the day at this indoor water park loved by kids!
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  • Raging Waves

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    53 miles
    Yorkville, IL
    7 major slides, wave pool, lazy river, 2 shallow interactive play areas for kids, giant sandbox, family shows PLUS zip line adventure course and Outback Road Rally!
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  • SciTech Museum

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    53 miles
    Aurora, IL
    SciTech "hands-on" museum boasts over 200 interative exhibits, daily shows, special events and activities. Hours of fun for kids in Aurora!
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  • Coral Cove Water Park

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    54 miles
    Carol Stream, IL
    A fun, beach-themed water park with multiple pools and water play features: Two awesome tube waterslides, A deep-water plunge pool with a drop-slide and diving board, large walk-in swimming pool, interactive water playground Five Star…
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  • Green Meadows Petting Farm

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    54 miles
    East Troy, WI
    A fun and educational animal petting zoo with interactive animal experiences, pony rides, hay rides and even kittens!
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  • Kline Creek Farm

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    55 miles
    West Chicago, IL
    A fascinating look back in time at an 1890s DuPage Country Farmstead. Costumed interpreters and cute animals ready for those kids!
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  • Funflatables

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    55 miles
    Bloomingdale, IL
    Bounce into 5,000 square feet of fun and interactive combo inflatables based in the kid zone of Stratford Square Mall.
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  • FireZone

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    55 miles
    Schaumburg, IL
    A unique interactive indoor play center, allowing a fun, hands-on look into the world of firefighting. Limited opening times.
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