Where to Take a 2-Year-Old Who Needs to Get Out of the House
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Where to Take a 2-Year-Old Who Needs to Get Out of the House


A short list of our go-to indoor and outdoor spots for keeping an antsy toddler happy and entertained.

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Dr. Jorge and Luz Maria Prieto Community Center

Dr. Jorge and Luz Maria Prieto Community Center

Community centerEvanston

This place is incredible. An imaginative indoor playroom with pretend play areas like a firehouse or grocery store. Low cost to enter. Perfect for a cold winter day.

My Art House Studio

My Art House Studio

Association / OrganizationSheridan Park

Another great winter or rainy day location. They also have weekend classes for kids if you want to provide a little extra enrichment.

Great playground and highly recommend pairing it with the pool during the summer.

Winnemac Park Playground

Winnemac Park Playground

Recreational green space with a playground, picnic tables, baseball fields, and trails.

PlaygroundLincoln Square

Another great playground! Be warned: it can get pretty crowded and the squirrels are fearless. Make sure you don't leave any food in your stroller.

Historic Wagner Farm
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Historic Wagner Farm

FarmGlenview

My son absolutely loves this place! Between the farm animals, the playground, and the indoor exhibit, you can easily spend half a day here. On Saturdays there's a cute little farmers market that is worth checking out!

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