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Things to Do With Kids in Schaumburg, IL
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Early Kindergarten
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Early Kindergarten
Updated November 2026.
For young kids in Schaumburg, start with the free Spring Valley nature center and Volkening Heritage Farm, then add The Water Works indoor water park for cold days. For a special outing, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago at the Streets of Woodfield is best suited to ages 3 to 10.
Schaumburg borders Palatine and is a short drive from much of the northwest suburbs. Here is a parent guide for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
Spring Valley, at 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, is a 135-acre Schaumburg Park District nature preserve with fields, forests, marshes and streams. Admission is free. It has:
For a toddler, a short loop with a stop to look for birds, frogs or leaves is plenty. Bring a snack and plan to turn around before your child gets tired.
Volkening Heritage Farm, at 201 S. Plum Grove Road, is a living history farm inside Spring Valley that shows farm life in the 1880s. Admission is free, though some special events charge a fee. The farm is open seasonally, generally from spring through fall, and the farm's visitor center has been under renovation, so check hours before you go.
The farm also hosts family events. In 2026 they included Springtime on the Farm, summer ice cream socials with wagon rides, and an Autumn Harvest Festival in October with a small entry fee. Watch the park district calendar for 2027 dates.
The Water Works is inside the park district's Community Recreation Center, at 505 N. Springinsguth Road. It is a good warm-water option for little kids in winter. Features include:
Open swim times change by season, so call (847) 490-2505 or check the park district website before you go. The park district also runs swim lessons here and at its other pools.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago is at 601 N. Martingale Road, Suite 130, in the Streets of Woodfield, next to Woodfield Mall. It is an indoor attraction with LEGO play areas, rides and a miniature Chicago built from bricks. A few things to know:
With a toddler, aim for a weekday morning and focus on the building areas rather than every ride.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago is an indoor play center inside Woodfield Mall, about five minutes from LEGOLAND Discovery Center. Young fans of the show may enjoy it. Check its website for recommended ages, tickets and hours.
The Schaumburg Township District Library has its central library in Schaumburg plus branch locations. Its youth areas host storytimes and play times for young children. Check the library calendar for current programs. For more ideas nearby, see our guide to library storytimes in the north suburbs.
For more cold-weather outings across the area, see our guides to indoor play places for toddlers and winter activities for kids.
Yes. Spring Valley and the Volkening Heritage Farm are free to visit. Some special events at the farm charge a fee.
The attraction says it is best suited for ages 3 to 10. Younger toddlers can enjoy the play areas with a parent, so check the height and age rules for each ride.
Yes. The Water Works, inside the Community Recreation Center, has a zero-depth pool, a sprayground and water slides.
No. Adults must come with at least one child 17 or younger.
The closest Children's Land location is in neighboring Palatine, at 1293 N. Rand Road, open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with hot breakfast and lunch. Extras at Palatine include music, art, yoga, gymnastics and soccer. Care starts at 6 weeks in our infant program. Find a location or contact us to schedule a tour.
Related reading: Things to Do With Kids in Palatine, IL.
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