🧑 Activities for Tweens in Naperville (Ages 10-14)

Mobile foam party service bringing high-energy fun to your yard, driveway, or outdoor space. Features pro-grade Super Foam Cannon, kid-friendly music,...

K-12 instruction and SAT/ACT prep. Also offers tutoring for CogAT, PARCC, Performance Series and Iowa tests.

Math-only learning center with specialized math tutoring and enrichment programs.

Personalized math instruction using the Mathnasium Method blending personalized learning plans with mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techn...

AAU club basketball teams focused on real development, experienced coaches, and a positive, player-first culture. 5-11 month club teams develop skille...

Physical development center offering non-competitive programs including parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance, sports prep, camps, and birthday part...

Walk-in crafts, DIY workshops, pop art-inspired crafts. Birthday parties and group events. Creative program for ages 3-5. Non-intimidating art space. ...

1-week theatre camps. Each session has a theme. Kids devise their own play, learn drama games, develop characters, learn Broadway musical numbers. Inf...

Taekwondo school founded by master instructor Michael Raiz. Comprehensive curriculum: technique, sparring, character development.

Serving Joliet/Plainfield since 1992. Piano, guitar, percussion, woodwinds, brass, strings. 30-minute weekly sessions. 5 modern studios with acoustic/...

Mommy & Me, Pre-Ballet, Pre-Tap, Tumbling, Modern, Ballroom, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Kid Folk Dance, Jazz/Lyrical, Yoga. Experienced instructors.

~80 students. Beginner class 4:30-5:15pm, followed by advanced sessions. Also has Forest Park location. Contact: [email protected], Phone: (6...

Coding and robotics enrichment classes in-person or online, plus summer camps.

Travel soccer club committed to providing quality youth development where young soccer players from all backgrounds are guided to reach their full pot...

FREE. Open grass field, basketball hoop, children's play structure, swings.

Nonprofit organization serving students from Naperville, Aurora, Lisle, and Oswego. Offers seven sports for athletes with special needs, several affil...

Free events and programs serving 45,000+ kids in DuPage and Will counties since 2001. Prevents problems before they start by equipping youth and famil...

Hidden gem. Unique museum with Chinese jade carvings, animal dioramas, mineral specimens, gemstones, interactive geological exhibits. Fully accessible...

Large indoor playground with multi-level play structures.

Sports complex offering birthday party packages for children of all ages.

Age-appropriate sports instruction that's fun for kids and convenient for busy families. Multiple sports available.

Martial arts classes specifically designed for children in the Naperville/Lisle area.

Free children's programs and events at North Aurora's public library.

Premier online tutoring combining cutting-edge technology with expert instruction. Innovative online platform for personalized learning.

Youth Soccer Academy with a mission to make soccer accessible for the entire community. Serves areas including Oswego, Aurora, Plainfield, and Napervi...

Founded 2008. Guitar, piano, and more. Suzuki method for youngest students, traditional music education, and hybrid programs.

Guitar, bass, piano, drums, percussion lessons from independent teachers.

Under 14 always free. Illinois residents get free admission on winter weekdays 11am-close through end of Feb 2026. Also free for Chicago teens under 1...

1,700 acres. Four-acre Children's Garden with climbing structures, secret streams, paved paths, wooden bridges. Maze Garden (shrub maze + toddler maze...

500-acre park. Tank Park (kids can climb tanks!), playground, gardens, walking trails, water features, picnic grounds. McCormick Museum and First Divi...

Indoor playground for energetic kids with climbing and play structures.

Nearly 100-year-old movie palace. Classic cinema and latest movies. Good for parties and gatherings.

Hidden gem. FREE admission. 13,000-year-old woolly mammoth skeleton, microscopes, spotting scopes, animal tracks. Nature backpacks available for trail...

40+ acres of forest along Fox River. Live animal exhibits, hands-on learning stations, 6 hiking trails. Summer camps for ages 2-13. Free parking. Phon...

Free drop-in Nature Discovery Days during winter (Nov, Jan, Feb, Mar) and two weeks each summer (August). Indoor self-guided activities for families w...

Universally accessible playground in the heart of DuPage County Forest Preserve's Danada South. Offers multi-sensory experiences for seeing, hearing, ...

Science-based kids training program focusing on character, physical, and brain development through weekly 45-minute age-based classes. Three pillars: ...

30-minute lessons, 4:1 student-instructor ratio. Hours: Mon-Tue 3:30-7PM, Wed 9AM-7PM, Thu 3:30-7PM, Fri 3-7PM, Sat 9AM-1:30PM. Phone: (630) 348-6550.

Autism-focused indoor playground and kids gym providing sensory-safe environment for all ability levels. Features zipline, swings, trampoline, imagina...

Autism-focused sensory-safe indoor playground and kids gym with zip line, swings, monkey bars, interactive video board, sensory bins, art station, and...

Inclusive play environment specifically designed for children with autism and sensory processing disorders. All children welcome. Sensory equipment. 2...

Free after-school drop-in activities, mentoring, tutoring, clubs, life skills classes, leadership opportunities, volunteer opportunities.

Since 1988, high quality tutoring and test prep services in Naperville.

Leading K-12 in-center and online tutoring and test prep services. Offers both in-person and virtual options.

Drop-in crafts, birthday parties, special events. STEM makerspace with finished crafts and supplies available. Studio open for making at any time.

Gymnastics, fitness classes, Mommy & Me, camps, birthday parties. Open gym for members. Non-competitive: bars, vault, beam, tumbling. Mon-Fri 9AM-7PM,...

National youth sports organization offering age-appropriate basketball instruction that is fun for kids and convenient for busy families. Programs hel...

Coding and junior coding classes for children ages 5-14. Programs include basic block coding, Minecraft and Roblox programming, and hands-on robotics.

Learn to code on proprietary platform. Camps run Mon-Fri, AM (9AM-12PM) and PM (12:30-3:30PM). Year-round programs and summer camps.

Coding and junior coding programming classes for children. Game-based curriculum teaching real programming skills.

Private tutoring services in Naperville.

Coed clinic combining expert coaching with cutting-edge Shoot 360 technology including AI-driven analytics, interactive drills, and live gameplay. Pla...

State-of-the-art basketball training facility using advanced technology including AI-driven analytics, NBA-level shot tracking, interactive drills, an...

Personalized coding and robotics classes. Summer camp options available.

Math and English Reading and Writing programs for kids ages 4-14.

Academic enrichment through online and in-person classes. Virtual classes available on Wednesdays. Covers math, English, and other subjects.

Hiking, picnicking, archery, fishing, boating, tubing, camping. Camping Fri-Sat nights May-September. Great for family outings.

Living history museum recreating pioneer life through educational demonstrations and hands-on fun. Admission includes unlimited rides on train, hay wa...

Indoor slides, jungle gyms, multi-sport trampoline air courts. Full day of activities for all ages.

Free STEM sessions at Commissioners Park on Mondays from 2-5 PM. Exposes elementary and middle school students to diverse STEM topics through hands-on...

FREE. Scenic strolls, picnicking, open-air amphitheater with seasonal concerts and movie nights.

Year-round weekly swim lessons. No contracts or registration fees. Start and stop at any time.

Swim lessons blending expert instruction with SwimPlay methodology. Tropical 90-degree pool all year long with convenient lesson schedules.

Interactive exhibits in historic fire station, designed to educate kids about fire safety.

Group, private, or semi-private horseback riding lessons for ages 12+ year-round. Seasonal camps for ages 10-14.

Full-service fitness and health club with family-friendly amenities.

Therapeutic horseback riding program for individuals with physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or social challenges. Offers Mounted Horsemanship and sp...

Dance classes for young children in a fun, supportive environment.

Free admission, tours by appointment Wed-Sat 10am-4pm. Kids Time is a free family event for play and museum exploration. Kids Train Club also availabl...

Private neighborhood swim and tennis club in southeast Naperville (Lincoln Junior High boundaries). Tennis pro Hugh Flanagan has coached for 25+ years...

Indoor adventure play center with treetop-themed activities.

Since 2002, customized tutoring sessions in math, reading, writing, testing, and all high school courses.

Formed in 1976, provides over 600 year-round programs and special events annually for residents with disabilities. Programs range from fitness to craf...

Dance classes, camps, theatre programs. Ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, creativity, performance. Award-winning competitive dance program.

Always free. One of the last free zoos in the country. Worth the 45-min drive from Naperville.

Worth the drive. Check chicagochildrensmuseum.org for all 2026 free days.

Grain bin sandbox, spring animals, pedal tractors, pony rides, gem mining, train rides, face painting. Seasonal (fall popular for apple picking/pumpki...

Sitting areas, lighted picnic spots, egret sculpture garden, canoe access along the Fox River.

Provides food and support to over 10,000 people weekly in Naperville and DuPage County. Programs include weekly food assistance, infant care packages ...

Oswegoland Park District's first splash pad with 17 spray and play features. Seasonal outdoor.

Nature programs including archery, beekeeping, astronomy, wilderness skills. Field trips: Fascinating Forests, Wetland Wonders, Incredible Insects, So...

Kids birthday parties, Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and programs. Confidence-building activities for young children.

Downers Grove Park District recreation center hosting various youth programs.

Competitive figure skating academy with world-class coaching. Private lessons with personalized instruction. Training includes freestyle, ice dancing,...

Annual events: Village Picnic (Art in the Park, petting zoo, scavenger hunt, fishing derby), Wednesday Night Summer Concerts (Roger C. Claar Performin...

Non-profit youth soccer organization serving the Aurora community with certified coaches who love to teach soccer. Competes in YSSL (Young Sportsmen's...

Youth soccer programs affiliated with Chicago Fire FC professional club. Delivers high-level soccer training for ages 6-19 with professional coaches, ...

Nonprofit providing expert grief support for children ages 5-18, families, and adults experiencing loss. Youth and family bereavement support. Service...

Check sheddaquarium.org for complete 2026 free day calendar.

Award-winning 13-acre outdoor history museum with 31 historical structures from the 1830s. Offers Sensory Friendly Saturdays with hands-on activities ...

Luxury bowling with bumpers available for kids. Arcade with classic pinball to VR experiences. Birthday parties. Summer Pin Pass program for families....

Hockey programs for children at all levels, figure skating from beginner to advanced. Public skating sessions available.

Water slides, splash pads, family-friendly water park. Seasonal - opens summer 2026. Hours: Mon-Thu 12-7pm, Fri 11:30am-6pm, Sat-Sun 12-6pm. Phone: (6...

Open swim Mon-Sat 11AM-8PM, Sun 12PM-8PM (summer season). Water park features. Swim lessons available.

State-of-the-art 53,000 square foot basketball development facility with 6 indoor high school regulation basketball courts, 4,300 sq ft weight room, f...

Elite basketball trainers ensuring a positive and fun experience for developing basketball players ages 3 to 13. Lil Hoopers and Ballerz classes focus...

YS Play Area with forts, mini climbing wall, games, LiteZilla. Take & Make crafts. Explore More Illinois (free museum/attraction passes for cardholder...

FREE. Great for kids interested in animals and birdwatching. Connect with local wildlife.

Over 40 years of recreational youth sports leagues including soccer (K-8th), baseball (pre-K-8th with T-ball), and basketball (K-12). Emphasizes funda...

USAG member gym. Classes for various age groups, camps, and birthday parties. Phone: (630) 251-5506.

Weekly classes in drama, voice, dance, specialty topics. Three 9-10 week sessions during the school year (2-hour classes).

Cooking academy dedicated to teaching kids culinary skills through fun, hands-on classes.

Year-round indoor/outdoor aquatic park. Must register for time slots online. Max capacity 40 per slot, min 25 to avoid cancellation. Zero-depth entry ...

Wall-to-wall trampolines, SkySlam dunking, Ultimate Dodgeball, foam zone. Sky Camp programs for kids. Birthday parties available.

Interactive exhibits in math, science, and art designed for young minds. Features bubble station, mini river for water play, and hands-on learning act...

Birthday parties where guests explore, create, build, wonder, discover, think, and play. Educational and hands-on party experience at the museum.

Offers Adaptive Play Time and Sensory Friendly Saturday programs with modified environments for children with disabilities, autism, and sensory proces...

Hands-on adventure where kids explore materials, chase curiosity, and experiment. Part of museum summer programming.

Nationally accredited 5-acre zoo with 150+ animals representing 60+ native Illinois species including bobcats, foxes, goats, and sheep. Free admission...

Open since 1955 (70 years). Saturday afternoon lessons open to all ages, geared mainly toward children. Family and group sessions.

Fall festival with corn maze, pumpkin patch, outdoor family activities, bouncing trampoline, zip lines, petting zoo, slides, and more. About 25 minute...

Guitar, drums, piano, bass, vocals, keys. Performance Program with live shows at local venues. Rock 101 for beginners (no experience needed). Music ca...

Indoor inflatable play park with bounce houses and obstacle courses.

Students learn fundamentals of theatre, voice projection, performance etiquette. Advanced students build acting and improvisation skills.

Indoor pool with family/open swim. Adult swim last 10 min of every hour. Year-round swimming. Swim lessons also available.

Free weekly storytime at participating locations. No registration needed. Store hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 11-7. Call (331) 288-9766 to confirm.

City-run summer youth programs including camps, activities, and free meal programs.

Known for Fall Fest events with pumpkins, hayrides, and self-feed petting zoo. Spend the day meeting farm animals and feeding them.

Zero-depth entry leisure pool, drop-off slides, twisting enclosed body flume slides, kid-friendly spray area, lap swimming at designated times.

114,355 sq ft multi-purpose sports facility opened in 1994 with one NHL-sized rink, one Olympic-sized rink, and a turf field. Offers ISI and USFSA fig...

Seasonal outdoor refrigerated ice rink at Block 59 dining and entertainment complex (between Yard House and Cheesecake Factory). 7,200 sq ft rink with...

State-of-the-art multi-purpose facility with 3 NHL-sized ice rinks, event room, full-service sports shop, and concessions. Home to one of the largest ...

Indoor ice arena with NHL rink (200x85) and skills rink (100x55). Offers learn to skate and hockey programs for all ages with Snowplow Sam levels for ...

Two pools (recreation pool with kid-friendly slide + lap pool). Family swim in recreation pool. Swim Academy lessons. Child care for members: Baby Roo...

June 18-21, 2026. Kendall County's largest festival. Free concerts, carnival rides, petting zoo, pony rides, 5K race, Father's Day parade, business ex...

Swim lessons for kids with multiple locations near Naperville. Aurora and Woodridge locations closest.

Indoor play space featuring slides, obstacle courses, and toddler-friendly areas with birthday party packages.

Non-profit recreational soccer program organizing teams for boys and girls ages 6-14 through the Woodridge Park District. Spring and fall outdoor seas...

Family aquatic center. Swim lessons available. Part of Wheaton Park District.

Cooperative extension of the Naperville Park District providing year-round recreational and social programs for children, teens, and adults with speci...

60 forest preserves, 500+ miles of trails. Nature centers have free exhibits. Check calendar of events for free nature programs for kids.

Summer camps June 1 - August 14, 2026. Various programs for different grade levels.

Must register online ahead of time. One parent can register up to 4 children. Upcoming: Mar 7 Leprechaun Trap, Apr 4 Farm Planter. Kids get to keep wh...

Family-owned indoor playground with 4-story play structure, slides, tunnels, foam obstacles, and mazes. Designated toddler zone. Cafe for parents with...

Family-owned indoor playground with ball pits, climbing structures, themed play areas, and designated toddler zone. Cafe on site.

Family entertainment center with arcade games, pizza, and kids birthday parties. Adventure Zone indoor playground with trampolines and slides.

Family farm with petting zoo for over 33 years. Friendly farm animals to pet and feed. Free pony rides on Saturdays & Sundays in October (11am-5pm). P...

Indoor playground with 50+ climbing fun walls, ropes course, ninja course, giant slide, jump area, and toddler area.

Kids bowling parties on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Everything provided except cake and ice cream (bring your own).

Enrichment classes for grades 1-8 at Naperville Center. Programs include speech, creative writing, chess, archery, culinary arts, game design, and STE...

Darien Park District facility with three NHL-size sheets of ice for hockey, figure skating, and open skating. Home of Chicago Edge Skating Academy whi...

Family Aquatic Center & Indoor Waterpark, 8-lane lap pool, gymnasium, open gym hours, youth swim lessons, dance programs, sports leagues, summer day c...

Spring Break week activities in Billy Graham Center Museum, Sports & Rec Complex, Wade Center. Story time, scavenger hunts, open gym, open pool, movie...

Three award-winning pools. Technique-focused instruction in small group settings. Group lessons from 6 months; semi-private and private lessons availa...

One of the largest US Figure Skating clubs in the nation, incorporated in 1976. Offers testing, competitions (DuPage Open), developmental clinics, cam...

Seasonal outdoor water park. 11 attractions: 5 water slides (2 flume, 2 free fall, 1 tot slide), zero-depth shallow end, sand play area, adults-only d...

Free DIY workshops for kids at participating locations. Registration required. Recent project: Birdhouse (Feb 21).

Hours: Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 8am-8pm. Toddler Time: Tue/Thu 10am-12pm, Sun 8-10am (under 46" only, parent/child). Jump socks requir...

Connects residents to essential health and human services. Available 24/7 with interpreting for non-English speakers. Dial 2-1-1 or text zip code to T...

Year-round indoor amusements. Adventures for all ages. Serves the Woodridge/Downers Grove/Bolingbrook/Naperville area.

Indoor adventure park offering customizable birthday party events with trampolines, climbing walls, and more.

Well-established community ice arena offering public skating, hockey programs, figure skating lessons, and skate rentals. Known for friendly staff and...

Established 1997. Recreational & competitive gymnastics, tumbling, ninja classes. Girls & boys classes. USAG Women's Program levels 3-10. Open gym ses...

Bowling (dragon ball ramps for young kids), laser tag, 100+ arcade games, high ropes, VR. Full restaurant. Kids Bowl Free program in summer. Mon-Thu 1...

56,796 sq ft multi-purpose sports facility opened in 1989 with one NHL-sized rink and one International-sized rink. Offers learn to skate, learn to pl...

After-school math enrichment based on elite Soviet math school methodology, adapted for American education. Classes meet 1.5 to 4 hours/week. Average ...

Premier family ice sports complex with one NHL rink and one Olympic rink, full-service Blue Line Bar and Grill, and Advanced Pro Shop. Programs from p...

North Central College in downtown Naperville opens its campus each summer for youth sports camps including soccer. Camps are led by college coaching s...

Book city recreation facilities for birthday parties.

Weekly enrichment classes covering robotics, coding, and game design for ages 4-14. Kids as young as 4 learn coding basics with visual programming. Su...

Buy, sell, and trade new and quality used sports equipment. Great for growing kids who need gear every season — baseball, soccer, hockey, lacrosse, bi...

Official village events calendar with community events, festivals, and family activities.

Swim lessons inside LA Fitness. No LA Fitness membership required. Focus on water safety and survival skills.

Nonprofit organization providing youth tennis in underserved communities. The ACE Project nurtures children by building character, confidence, and com...

Therapy services specializing in individual, child, and group therapy for all ages. Experienced therapists covering grief and loss, anxiety, and other...

Expert trauma therapy and grief counseling in Naperville. Serves surrounding DuPage County communities with specialized approaches.

Step back in time to experience 1890s DuPage County farm life. Restored farmstead with historically-costumed interpreters. Hands-on farm activities fo...

Hands-on STEM camps designed to spark curiosity and build essential skills in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Program of WDSRA helping people of all ages with a primary physical disability through a variety of impactful adaptive athletics activities. Offers wh...

Founded 2009 as Naperville Moms Network, rebranded 2019. Over 80,000 mom members in western suburbs. Hosts Moms Nights, kid playgroups, special events...

Dance classes for boys and girls. Age-appropriate, fun-focused instruction.

Seasonal event with food trucks, live music, vendors, scavenger hunt, lantern launch. Kids under 8 free.

Little League's adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and intellectual challenges. Inclusive baseball experience.