Schaumburg · Cook County, IL
Family things to do in Schaumburg
Scout analyzed 52 Schaumburg places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.
Places analyzed
52
Matches
14
Typical spend
$10
Typical visit
1.6 hr
Best neighborhoods for family
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Food & Drink
County Donuts
County Donuts is a classic donut shop, perfect for a quick, affordable treat or a family breakfast stop. Expect to spend 15 minutes and under $10 per person for donuts and coffee.
Outdoors
Volkening Lake
Public recreation area with boat rentals, fishing & picnic spots, along with a concession stand.
Family
The Water Works Indoor Water Park
Family water park in a community recreation site with slides, rapids, water playground & lap pool.
O'Hare
Schiller Woods
Fishing for bass & catfish, plus walking trails, picnic areas & roaming deer in protected woodland.
Outdoors
Vogelei Park & Barn
Outdoors
Olympic Park
72-acre park-district destination with soccer & softball fields plus basketball & skate areas.
Nightlife
Hideaway Brew Garden
Outdoors
Meacham Grove Forest Preserve
Protected woodland groves, meadows & wetlands along the meandering Spring Brook Creek.
Arts & Culture
Volkening Heritage Farm at Spring Valley
Nightlife
Chicago Improv
Improv sketch comedy venue with major acts, a full bar & a menu of sandwiches, entrees & pub bites.
Arts & Culture
Al Larson Cultural Center
Cultural hub offering plays in a cozy theater, local art, youth programs & outdoor summer concerts.
Family
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.
Arts & Culture
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Jousting, horsemanship & falconry plus a 4-course, utensil-free meal served in a castle-like space.
Food & Drink
Topgolf Schaumburg
Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 14 of the 52 analyzed Schaumburg places fit family.
- 64% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 100% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Playful.
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