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๐ŸŽญ Arts & Theater for Kids in Schaumburg, IL

4 children's theater, art studios, and performing arts rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Schaumburg

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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament tourist attraction in Schaumburg, IL๐ŸŽญ Theater
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Medieval Times in Schaumburg transports your family back to the 11th century for an unforgettable dinner theater experience featuring live jousting knights, charging horses, sword fights, and falcon demonstrations. Kids will be mesmerized by the thrilling two-hour tournament while feasting on a hearty four-course meal served without utensils,just like a real medieval banquet!

๐Ÿ•‘ 2.5-3 hours total (45-60 minutes of pre-show activities plus the 2-hour tournament and meal)
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre performing arts theater in Arlington Heights, IL๐ŸŽญ Theater
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โ˜…4.7(580)$$6 mi ยท Arlington Heights

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre brings the magic of live theater to families in Arlington Heights with a stellar lineup of Broadway-style musicals, children's performances, and interactive shows. Beyond being audience members, kids can get on stage themselves through popular theater camps and youth programs that build confidence and creativity.

๐Ÿ•‘ Most performances run 90 minutes to 2.5 hours including intermission; children's shows are typically shorter at 60-75 minutes
Trickster Cultural Center cultural center in Schaumburg, IL๐ŸŽจ Museum
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The Trickster Cultural Center offers families a meaningful and interactive journey into Native American art and culture right in suburban Schaumburg. Kids can engage with hands-on exhibits, experience traditional storytelling sessions, and participate in educational programs that bring indigenous cultures to life in an accessible, respectful way.

๐Ÿ•‘ 1.5-2.5 hours
Elmhurst Art Museum art museum in Elmhurst, IL๐ŸŽจ Museum
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โ˜…4.5(322)$12 mi ยท Elmhurst

Elmhurst Art Museum offers a refreshing blend of contemporary art and hands-on creativity that keeps kids engaged beyond typical museum visits. The family workshops are thoughtfully designed to spark imagination, while the architecturally stunning Mies van der Rohe McCormick House provides a unique educational experience that even architecture-curious kids find fascinating.

๐Ÿ•‘ 1.5-2.5 hours

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