It seems like teens and tweens are always looking for something fun to do. Now that school is back in session and your older kids will want to hang out with new friends outside of the classroom, you’ll want to find some activities that you approve of, too. We’ve compiled a list of fun (and safe) events that are sure to be a hit!
Check out our online calendar for even more family events and things to do with teens.
Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition at Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Jan. 15-April 21, 2024
- Address: 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago
- Cost: Free w/museum admission
The longest-running exhibition of African-American art in the U.S. features more than 100 dynamic works of art from amateur and professional African-American artists from around the nation, as well as a youth category which features work by a dozen area high school artists.
In The Heights at Marriott Theatre
Jan. 24-March 17, 2024
- Address: Ten Marriot Drive, Lincolnshire
- Cost: $58-plus
In The Heights is a 2008 Tony Award Winning musical about a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood. It was created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who was also the creator of Hamilton.
Billy Elliot The Musical at Paramount Theatre
Feb. 7-March 24, 2024
- Address: 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora
- Cost: $45-plus
See the musical about an 11-year-old English boy named Billy Elliot who stumbles upon a ballet class during his weekly boxing lesson. Hear music by Elton John at this performance.
Titanic: The Exhibition at Westfield Old Orchard
Feb. 16-April 21, 2024
- Address: 4905 Old Orchard Center, Skokie
- Cost: $29.50-plus, free/under 4
This immersive touring exhibition is a narrative journey that brings to light the fates of the passengers and crew aboard the sinking ship, Titanic.
Red Clay Dance Company presents Afro-Caribbean Dance at Douglass Branch
Feb. 20, 2024
- Address: 3353 W. 13th St., Chicago
- Cost: Free
Teens ages 13 and up can enjoy a lecture and demonstration,
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