Evanston · Cook County, IL
Family things to do in Evanston
Scout analyzed 48 Evanston places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.
Places analyzed
48
Matches
11
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.4 hr
Scout-verified spots
Outdoors
The Lakefill
Outdoors
Dawes Park
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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
James Park
Urban recreation area offering a playground, athletic fields, basketball & tennis courts & gardens.
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
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
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