Evanston · Cook County, IL
Family things to do in Evanston
Scout analyzed 49 Evanston places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.
Places analyzed
49
Matches
13
Typical spend
$35
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Best neighborhoods for family
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Family
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Sky Zone is a good active outing for families with kids of various ages, especially for birthday parties or a weekend activity. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $20-35 per person for jumping time.
Outdoors
Dawes Park
Outdoors
Clark Square Park
Outdoors
Emily Oaks Nature Center
Indoor nature center featuring interactive exhibits, classrooms, a playground, a garden & more.
Outdoors
South Boulevard Park
Outdoors
Lovelace Park
Park of flowering pear trees & open spaces, with tennis courts, sports fields & a playground.
Outdoors
The Lakefill
Outdoors
Arrington Lagoon at Dawes Park
This park pond features fountains & ducks & turns into an ice-skating rink in the winter.
Outdoors
Penny Park
Shady lawn for strolling & relaxing, with a basic playground.
Andersonville
Andersonville Galleria
Quirky retail market with independent vendors sells apparel, gifts, gourmet foods & artisanal wares.
Fulton Market District
City Winery Chicago
30,000-sq.-ft. venue with a winery, Mediterranean eatery, garden courtyard & live entertainment.
Outdoors
James Park
Urban recreation area offering a playground, athletic fields, basketball & tennis courts & gardens.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 12 of the 49 analyzed Evanston places fit family.
- 92% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 100% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Playful, Adventurous, Social.
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