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Clarendon Hills Family Fun

Parks, Events & Kid-Friendly Spots in Chicago's Perfect Family Town

🏆 Best Suburb for Families 🚸 Top-Rated Schools 🌳 12 Beautiful Parks

Clarendon Hills isn't just a great place to raise a family—it's a wonderland of activities designed to delight kids and parents alike. With its award-winning parks, year-round family events, and safe, welcoming atmosphere, this DuPage County gem offers endless opportunities for family bonding and childhood memories.

12

Beautiful Parks

50+

Annual Family Events

9.8

School Rating (Avg)

24

Kid-Friendly Businesses

Clarendon Hills' Best Parks & Playgrounds

Prospect Park Clarendon Hills playground and splash pad

Prospect Park

🚀 3 Playgrounds 💦 Splash Pad 🧺 Picnic Areas ⚽ Sports Fields

The crown jewel of Clarendon Hills parks, Prospect Park features an amazing three-tiered playground with equipment for all ages, a zero-depth splash pad for summer fun, and plenty of shaded picnic areas. Don't miss the summer concert series on the lawn!

  • 📍 100 Prospect Ave, Clarendon Hills, IL
  • 🕒 Open daily 6AM-10PM
  • 🚻 Restrooms available April-October
  • 🅿️ Free parking on site
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Lilacia Park

🌸 Famous Lilac Garden 🎠 Vintage Carousel 🚂 Mini Train Rides 📸 Photo Ops

This enchanting 8-acre park is famous for its stunning lilac collection (over 200 varieties!) and historic Lombard-style carousel. The park transforms during the annual Lilac Festival with train rides, pony rides, and family entertainment. Year-round, it's perfect for nature walks and Instagram-worthy family photos.

  • 📍 150 Park Ave, Clarendon Hills, IL
  • 🕒 Open daily dawn to dusk
  • 🌸 Lilacs bloom May-June
  • 🎟️ Train/Carousel: $2 per ride
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Lilacia Park lilac garden and carousel

Can't-Miss Family Events in Clarendon Hills

 
May 18-19

Lilac Festival

Celebrate spring at Clarendon Hills' signature event! Enjoy live music, carnival rides, pony rides, craft fair, and of course, the breathtaking lilac blooms. Don't miss the Lilac Queen coronation!

🎪 Carnival Rides 🎶 Live Music 🛍️ Craft Fair

July 4th Celebration

A full day of patriotic fun starting with a kids' bike parade, followed by games in the park, food trucks, and ending with a spectacular fireworks display at dusk.

🚴 Kids' Bike Parade 🎆 Fireworks 🍔 Food Trucks
July 4
Every Friday

Summer Concert Series

Free family-friendly concerts every Friday evening at Prospect Park. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic dinners for a perfect summer night.

🎵 Live Music 🆓 Free Event 🧺 Picnic Welcome

Kid-Approved Businesses in Clarendon Hills

Storybook Cottage children's bookstore

Storybook Cottage

This enchanting children's bookstore hosts daily storytimes, author visits, and craft sessions. Their curated selection makes finding the perfect book effortless.

★★★★★ 4.9 (128)
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Little Chefs Academy cooking classes

Little Chefs Academy

Where kids learn to cook! Weekly classes, birthday parties, and summer camps teach children ages 4-12 kitchen skills while having fun.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (94)
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Jump & Joy indoor playground

Jump & Joy

A massive indoor playground with obstacle courses, trampolines, and toddler zones. Perfect for burning energy on rainy days or hosting birthday parties.

★★★★★ 4.8 (215)
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Seasonal Family Fun in Clarendon Hills

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Lilac Festival

May's highlight featuring carnival rides, live entertainment, and the famous lilac gardens in full bloom.

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Egg Hunt Extravaganza

Prospect Park transforms into an Easter wonderland with age-specific hunt areas and photo ops with the bunny.

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Kids' Garden Club

Weekly sessions at the community garden teaching children about planting and nature (April-June).

Make Memories in Clarendon Hills

From playground adventures to seasonal celebrations, Clarendon Hills offers endless opportunities for family fun. Download our complete family guide to start planning your adventures!