Child smiling toward the camera, representing youth voice and participation
Child smiling toward the camera, representing youth voice and participation
Adult and child collaborating together, representing intergenerational learning at the festival
Adult and child collaborating together, representing intergenerational learning at the festival

Two Chicago Favorites. One Day of Play.

June 25, 2026

free family fun in

Chicago

Child smiling toward the camera, representing youth voice and participation
Child smiling toward the camera, representing youth voice and participation
Adult and child collaborating together, representing intergenerational learning at the festival

free family
fun in

Chicago

Two Chicago Favorites.
One Day of Play.

June 25, 2026

celebrate wonder, play and imagination this summer

celebrate wonder, play and imagination this summer

thursday

june 25

thursday

june 25

thursday june 25

Youth leading an intergenerational discussion, sharing perspectives and ideas

Chicago Children’s
Museum

700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Explore hands-on exhibits, interactive STEM activities and playful spaces designed to spark imagination, creativity and discovery.

doors open at

10:00 am

Youth leading an intergenerational discussion, sharing perspectives and ideas

Museum of Ice Cream

435 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Celebrate the start of summer with sweet treats, playful surprises and the iconic sprinkle pool in a one-of-a-kind experience at the Museum of Ice Cream.

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time blocks

Arrive at 11:00 am

Arrive at 2:00 pm

Arrive at 4:00 pm

free admission on thursday, june 25 (capacity permitting)

This day reflects the mission of the Every Child Thrives Festival to expand access to joyful, imaginative experiences that help every child thrive.

This day reflects the mission of the Every Child Thrives Festival to expand access to joyful, imaginative experiences that help every child thrive.

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Youth leading an intergenerational discussion, sharing perspectives and ideas