Premier SUMMER Guide
to the west + far west suburbs of Chicago
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, hours of operation and updated restrictions may apply without notice. Families on the Fox, along with local businesses and organizations, will do our best to keep you updated with the most accurate information throughout the season. Please call ahead to avoid any inconvenience.
POOLS + WATERPARKS
Pools, waterparks, and aquatic centers in and around the Tri-Cities!
SPLASH PADS + SPRAYGROUNDS
Some are free, others are included with entry to the adjoining pool!
FUN ON THE FOX
Bikes. Kayaks. Canoes. Pedal Boats. Stand Up Paddle Boards. Fishing. And MORE!
FAVORITE PARKS + PLAYGROUNDS
Recommendations STRAIGHT from the #FOTFTribe!
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
Happy Campers, we've got a special camp JUST for you!
MARKETS + FARMSTANDS
Indoor and Outdoor Markets happening!
FESTIVALS + SPECIAL EVENTS
Parades. Festivals. Car Shows. AND MORE!
SUMMER CONCERTS
FREE + MUSIC = GREAT TIME!
FIREWORKS
WHEN + WHERE to catch a firework show in the western suburbs
BIKE TRAILS
Hitting the trails has never been so easy!
NATURAL AREAS
Nature is beautiful... and costs ZERO DOLLARS.
MUSEUMS + NATURE CENTERS
Most of these are FREE (or inexpensive)!
DISC GOLF COURSES
Frolfing. Disc Golf. Tom-AY-to... Tom-AH-to.
MINI GOLF
Hole in One + a whole lot of FUN!
FUN RUNS + WALKS
Run for charity AND run for yourself!
OUTDOOR MOVIES
FREE MOVIES + PICNIC DINNER = CHEAP FUN
SUMMER MOVIE SERIES
Free (or cheap) movie series at area theaters
Free Printable!
Download our Foxy Kid's Summer Schedule printable and keep those kids busy so you can get more sh*t done!
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Simply click on the photo and save the image to your phone, tablet, or computer!