BOWLING ALLEY

AREA 2

OAK FOREST BOWL & “THE PARK”
15240 South Cicero Avenue
Oak Forest, IL 60452
708-687-2000
• FAX 708-687-8966
oakforestbowl.com
• info@oakforestbowl.com
32 lanes of state of the art bowling - Excellent food
and drinks in our spacious lounge. 20,000 sq. ft. beer
garden during the summer months.
Days/Hours: M-Su 9AM-12AM
2 Map #: M-8

CASINO

OUTSIDE CHICAGO SOUTHLAND O

HORSESHOE CASINO
777 Casino Center Drive
Hammond, IN 46320
866-711-SHOE
• 219-473-6355 (Group Sales)
FAX 219-473-5950
horseshoehammond.com
• kdunn@horseshoe.com
We’ve opened the doors to a spectacular destination
like no other. Discover more than 100 tables and
3,200 slots, the Midwest’s largest poker room and
headline entertainment venue.
Days/Hours: M-Su 24 hours a day
0 Map #: R-3

CHILDREN & FAMILY ACTIVITIES

AREA 1

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
IN OAK LAWN
5100 Museum Drive
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
708-423-6709 • FAX 708-423-6723
cmoaklawn.org
general.information@cmoaklawn.org
Discover a world of fun and learning at the Children’s
Museum in Oak Lawn! Explore Beachcomber Island
and other fun, educational exhibits.
Days/Hours: Tu-Sa 9:30AM-5PM, Su 12PM-5PM
1 Map #: J-5 $

HAUNTED TRAILS FAMILY
ENTERTAINMENT CENTERS
7759 South Harlem Avenue
Burbank, IL 60459
630-598-8580
• FAX 708-598-5846
hauntedtrailsfun.com
• elena@hauntedtrailsfun.com
Family entertainment center featuring 100s of
games, rides, award-winning miniature golf, Go
Karts and Batting Cages, and a Restaurant/Party
room featuring karaoke. October Haunted House
(www.frightmarehauntedhouse.com). Birthday party
and group packages available.
Days/Hours: SUMMER: M-Su 10AM-12AM; WINTER:
M-Th 11AM-10PM; F 11AM-12AM; Sa 10AM-12AM; Su
10AM-10PM
1 Map #: H-5

AREA 2

HOLLYWOOD PARK - CRESTWOOD
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
5051 Cal Sag Road
Crestwood, IL 60445
708-389-7275 • FAX 708-389-3961
hollywoodfunpark.com
hpinfo@hollywoodfunpark.com
Award-winning miniature golf, Hollywood Speedway
go-kart track, arcade games, indoor bumper cars,
indoor children’s playland, rock wall and Hollywood
Memorabilia, Café-Pizzeria. Specializing in parties
and group outings. Open year round.
Days/Hours: SUMMER: M-Su 10AM-12AM;
WINTER: visit website
2 Map #: L-7

AREA 3

BRUNSWICK ZONE
XL - HOMEWOOD
3043 West 183rd Street
Homewood, IL 60430
708-799-4749 • FAX 708-799-4970
bowlbrunswick.com
ec.bz.homewood@brunbowl.com
Food, Fun and Excitement all under one roof!
Bowling, Billiards, Arcade Games, Laser Tag, Party/
Meeting Rooms and more.
Days/Hours: Su-Th 9AM-12AM; F-Sa 9AM-1AM
3 Map #: P-10

HOMEWOOD RAILROAD
PLATFORM & PARK
2020 Chestnut Road
Homewood, IL 60430
708-798-3000
homesweethomewood.org
rcjones@homesweethomewood.org
Platform allows viewing of mainline/commuter
rails with live switchyard audio. An underground
walkway, leading to the park, displays murals
depicting railway history. The park features a
retired/restored locomotive and caboose.
Days/Hours: M-Su until 11PM
3 Map #: Q-9

AREA 6

ODYSSEY FUN WORLD
19111 South Oak Park Avenue
Tinley Park, IL 60477
708-429-3800 • FAX 708-429-4078
odysseyfunworld.com
cparaday@odysseyfunworld.com
Visit our website for discounts and packages. Games,
Laser Tag, Batting Cages, Soft Playland, Miniature Golf,
Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, Inflatable Park and more!
Days/Hours: SUMMER: Su-Th 10AM-10PM; F-Sa
10AM-12AM; WINTER: Su,M,Th 12PM-8PM; Tu,W
Closed; F 12PM-10PM; Sa 10AM-11PM
6 Map #: M-12

OUTSIDE CHICAGO SOUTHLAND

BROOKFIELD ZOO
First Avenue & 31st Street
Brookfield, IL 60513
708-688-8000 • FAX 708-485-2649
czs.org
One of the country’s largest zoos houses 3,000+
animals in award-winning exhibits. Situated on
216 beautifully landscaped acres, offers variety
in shopping and dining. Venues for meetings,
weddings and more!
Days/Hours: M-Su 10AM-5PM; May vary seasonally
0 Map #: E-3 $

FAIR OAKS FARMS
856 North 600 East
Fair Oaks, IN 47943
877-536-1194 • FAX 219-394-2026
fofarms.com
Visit one of the nation’s largest dairy farms and tour
our Adventure Center featuring over 60 interactive
exhibits, a 3D/4D movie, a 45 minute bus tour and a
birthing barn. Open year round.
Days/Hours: M-Sa 9AM-5PM; Su 10AM-5PM

HAUNTED TRAILS - JOLIET
1423 North Broadway (Rt. 53)
Joliet, IL 60435
815-722-7800 • FAX 815-722-9924
hauntedtrailsfun.com • elena@hauntedtrailsfun.com
Year round family entertainment center featuring gokarts,
laser tag, rides, games, miniature golf, batting
cages, restaurant and picnic grove. Birthday parties
and group packages for up to 2,000 guests!
Days/Hours: SUMMER: Su-Th 10AM-10PM; F-Sa
10AM-11PM; WINTER: M-Th 3PM-10PM; F 3PM-
11PM; Sa 10AM-11PM; Su 10AM-10PM

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

AREA 1

THE CHILDREN’S FARM
AT THE CENTER
12700 Southwest Highway
Palos Park, IL 60464
708-361-3650 • FAX 708-361-2811
thecenterpalos.org
thechildrensfarm@sbcglobal.net
Experience life down on the farm! Enjoy farm
animals, nature and fresh air!
Days/Hours: Sa-Su 1PM-4PM
1 Map #: H-8 $

LAKE KATHERINE NATURE CENTER
& BOTANIC GARDENS
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive
Palos Heights, IL 60463
708-361-1873 • FAX 708-361-2978
lakekatherine.org
visitorinfo@lakekatherine.org
Naturally a great place to explore, learn and
discover some of nature’s wonders. Let nature
be your guide, come visit and we’ll show you why
they call it the great outdoors!
Days/Hours: Trails M-Su Dawn-Dusk; Nature Center
M-F 9AM-5PM; Sa 10AM-4PM
1 Map #: H-7

WOLFE WILDLIFE REFUGE & BIKE PATH
109th & Laramie Avenue
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
708-857-2200 • FAX 708-857-7614
olparks.com • info@olparks.com
Explore the natural beauty and animal habitats
of this newly expanded 45-acre wetlands
preserve. Nature programs are available for all
ages. Activities: bird surveys, seed collections,
plantings, cleanups and hiking.
Days/Hours: M-Su Dawn-10PM
1 Map #: J-6 $

AREA 3

THE FRIENDS OF THE INDIAN
BOUNDARY PRAIRIES
Gensberg-Markham, Dropseed,
Paintbrush & Sundrop Prairies
Markham, IL 60428
708-333-2549 • ibprairies.org
Located only 26 miles southwest of Chicago. Over
200 acres of pristine Illinois native prairie, much
like the area was pre-settlement. Wildflowers,
birds, butterflies abound! Prairie slide shows and
tours available.
Days/Hours: M-Su Dawn-Dusk
3 Map #: N-8

IRONS OAKS ENVIRONMENTAL
LEARNING CENTER
20000 South Western Avenue
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
708-481-2330 • FAX 708-481-1454
ironsoaks.com • ironsoaks@hfparks.com
Irons Oaks is a 37-acre nature preserve offering
programs in environmental education, adventure
education, corporate training and outdoor
recreation. Hiking trails are open daily.
Days/Hours: M-Su Dawn-Dusk
3 Map #: Q-11

OLD PLANK ROAD TRAIL
Matteson Parks & Recreation
Department
4450 Oakwood Lane
Matteson, IL 60443
708-748-1080 • FAX 708-748-1423
oprt.org
Enjoy 20+ miles of paved trail lush with wildlife and
native prairie plants. Excellent shopping, restaurants,
local history and parks are located along the trail.
Days/Hours: M-Su Dawn-Dusk
3 Map #: A-19 thru S-11

RIEGEL FARM & CONSERVATION CENTER
698 Burnham Drive
University Park, IL 60484
708-534-6456 • FAX 708-534-4822
university-park-il.com
kchildress@university-park-il.com
Riegel Farm has a very diverse group of animal
residents. We have exotic birds and reptiles such
as an alligator and snakes. Birthday parties, group
tours, pony rides and hayrides.
Days/Hours: May-Oct W-Sa 11AM-4PM; Su 11AM-
3PM; M-Tu Only Tours available upon request
3 Map #: S-15

THORN CREEK NATURE CENTER
247 Monee Road
Park Forest, IL 60466
708-747-6320
villageofparkforest.com • thorn_creek@att.net
Discover the woods through exhibits and several miles
of trails. Bring your family for a day of fun in the forest.
Days/Hours: Nature Center: F-Su 12PM-4PM;
Trails open M-Su Dawn-Dusk
3 Map #: R-14

AREA 4

PLUM CREEK NATURE CENTER
1 1/4 miles east of Route 1 & 394
Off of Goodenow Road
27064 Dutton Road
Beecher, IL 60401
708-946-2216 • FAX 708-946-2290
reconnectwithnature.org
bhodgdon@fpdwc.org
A fine educational and recreational facility, featuring
local natural history exhibits, hands-on displays for
children and family programs offered throughout the
year. Picnic facilities and camping by reservation.
Days/Hours: Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM; Su 12PM-4PM
4 Map #: W-13

SAND RIDGE NATURE CENTER
15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL 60473
708-868-0606 • FAX 708-868-0621
fpdcc.com
Ranked the #1 family outing destination by
Chicago Magazine - 2003. Sand Ridge Nature
Center offers live animals; natural history exhibits,
hiking trails and more.
Days/Hours: SUMMER: M-Su 9AM-4:30PM WINTER:
M-Su 9AM-4PM Exhibit Room closed on Fridays
4 Map #: R-6

AREA 5

MONEE RESERVOIR
27341 Ridgeland Avenue
Monee, IL 60449
708-534-8499 • FAX 815-722-3608
reconnectwithnature.org/monee.cfm
bhodgdon@fpdwc.org
Monee Reservoir is a 46-acre fishing lake. Free
shoreline fishing is available. Boat rental allows
on-water fishing.
Days/Hours: Apr-Oct: M-Su 6AM-7PM; Nov-Mar:
M-Su 8AM-5PM
5 Map #: P-17

OLD PLANK ROAD TRAIL
Matteson Parks & Recreation
Department
4450 Oakwood Lane
Matteson, IL 60443
708-748-1080 • FAX 708-748-1423
oprt.org
Enjoy 20+ miles of paved trail lush with wildlife
and native prairie plants. Excellent shopping,
restaurants, local history and parks are located
along the trail.
Days/Hours: M-Su Dawn-Dusk
5 Map #: A-19 thru S-11

THROUGHOUT CHICAGO SOUTHLAND

FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT
OF COOK COUNTY
536 North Harlem Avenue
River Forest, IL 60305
708-771-1511 • FAX 708-771-1181
soclose2you.org
Relax and enjoy a country outing with your family at
one of our Forest Preserves or golf at one of our ten
golf courses. Visit our website for locations.
Days/Hours: M-Su 6AM-Dusk

FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT
OF WILL COUNTY
17540 West Laraway Road
Joliet, IL 60433
815-727-8700 • FAX 815-722-3608
reconnectwithnature.org
bhodgdon@fpdwc.org
The Forest Preserve District offers a wealth of
programs and events to the public, many of which
are free of charge.
Days/Hours: (Office Hours) M-F 8AM-4PM

OUTSIDE CHICAGO SOUTHLAND

CANAL CORRIDOR ASSOCIATION
754 First Street, LaSalle, IL 61301
815-223-1851 • FAX 815-223-6129
canalcor.org
lasallecanalboat.org
cca@canalcor.org
CCA preserves history, protects nature and creates
destinations where people can learn and have fun in
the I & M Canal Heritage Corridor.
Days/Hours: M-Sa 7AM-5PM, Su 9AM-3PM

LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE NATURE CENTER
9800 Willow Springs Road
Willow Springs, IL 60480
708-839-6897 • FAX 708-839-4023
fpdcc.com
deborah.silic@cookcountyil.gov
We have a new 17,000 sq. ft. Interpretive Center
with live native animals, interpretive displays, indoor
turtle pond, wigwam and children’s interactive
room. The original 1886 one-room schoolhouse
remains open. Over 3.5 miles of walking trails.
Days/Hours: SUMMER: Sa-Th 9AM-4:30PM;
WINTER: Sa-Th 9AM-3:30PM, Closed Fridays
0 Map #: E-7

LEARNING CENTER
12545 West 111th Street
Lemont, IL 60439
630-257-2045 • FAX 630-257-8026
fpdcc.com
Forest Preserve District of Cook County’s Sagawau
is an environmental learning center established
for nature study. Cross country skiing available in
winter. Call ahead.
Days/Hours: M-Su 8AM-4:30PM; As snow permits
for skiing Dec-Feb
0 Map #: D-8

PARK DISTRICTS

AREA 1

CHICAGO RIDGE PARK DISTRICT
9807 South Sayre
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
708-423-3959 • FAX 708-636-5758
chicagoridgeparks.com
kevinking@chicagoridgeparks.com
Frontier Fieldhouse is a 35,000 sq. ft. facility, with
3 volleyball courts, 2 basketball courts and fitness
center. Ball Fore is an 18-hole miniature golf with
6 batting cages.
Days/Hours: Su-F 6AM-10PM; Sa 9AM-10PM
1 Map #: H-5

OAK LAWN PARK DISTRICT
9400 South Kenton Avenue
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
708-857-2225 • FAX 708-636-9877
olparks.com • info@olparks.com
Oak Lawn Park District provides programs and
services for all ages and abilities. Programs are
open to non-residents.
Days/Hours: (Office) M-F 9AM-5PM
1 Map #: J-5

AREA 4

LAN-OAK PARK DISTRICT
Administrative Office
17551 Chicago Avenue
Lansing, IL 60438
708-474-5020 • FAX 708-474-7856
lanoakparkdistrict.org
jwilson@lanoakparkdistrict.org
The Lan-Oak Park District manages 26 park sites,
the Eisenhower Fitness & Community Center and
the Pennsy Greenway (Bike Trail) which is part of the
475-mile Grand Illinois Trail.
Days/Hours: M-F 5:30AM-9PM; (Sept-May) Sa-Su
7AM-4PM; (June-Aug) Sa-Su 7AM-2PM
4 Map #: T-7

RACETRACK

AREA 4

BALMORAL PARK
RACE TRACK
(Route 394 South)
26435 South Dixie Highway
Crete, IL 60417
708-672-1414 • FAX 708-672-5932
balmoralpark.com
kgonzalez@balmoralpark.com
Club Dining Room, VIP room, Casual Grandstand
or Stable Suite Packages and luxurious private
Sulky Suites available. Complimentary admission to
Grandstand and Group Discounts.
Days/Hours: Call for race dates and times.
4 Map #: U-14

SIGHTSEEING/TOURS

AREA 4

SEECAGO TOURS, INC.
87 Radnor Lane
Crete, IL 60417
708-367-0875 • FAX 708-672-4627
seecagotours.com
tourguide@seecagotours.com
Historical and sightseeing motorcoach
day-tours of Chicago and the suburbs. Tour
packages available for out-of-town groups,
conventions, family reunions, local groups and
organizations. Call for group tour details.
Days/Hours: Call for appointment
4 Map #: V-13

OUTSIDE CHICAGO SOUTHLAND

ABOUT TOURS
460 North Main Street, Suite 201
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
630-545-0904 • FAX 630-858-0301
abouttoursco.com • info@abouttoursco.com
The Chicago expert: we will plan unique customized
itineraries, arrange meals, accommodations,
transportation and connect you with our expert
guides for a memorable Chicago experience.
Days/Hours: M-F 9AM-5PM

SPA/SALON

AREA 6

MASSAGE ENVY SPA
TINLEY PARK
7246 West 191st Street
Tinley Park, IL 60487
815-469-4400
massageenvy.com/clinics/il/tinley-park.aspx
clinic0298@massageenvy.com
Our professionally educated and licensed massage
therapist and estheticians help relieve stress, pain;
and encourage relaxation with our customized
massages and signature Murad facials.
Days/Hours: M-F 8AM-10PM; Sa 2AM-8PM; Su
9AM-9PM; Same day appointments usually available
6 Map # L-12

SPORTS & RECREATION
FACILITIES

AREA 1

CHICAGO FIRE SOCCER CLUB
TOYOTA PARK
7000 South Harlem Avenue
Bridgeview, IL 60455
708-594-7200 • 888-MLS-FIRE
FAX 708-496-6050
chicago-fire.com • tickets@chicago-fire.com
TOYOTA PARK is a world-class soccer stadium and
concert venue, which seats 20,000. Be a part of
every Chicago Fire home match as the Fire chases
the MLS Cup!
Days/Hours: Call for game dates and times.
1 Map #: G-4 $

AREA 2

WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS
Standard Bank Stadium
14011 South Kenton Avenue
Crestwood, IL 60445
708-489-2255 • FAX 708-489-2999
wcthunderbolts.com
The Windy City ThunderBolts baseball brings
affordable family entertainment all summer long
at Standard Bank Stadium. 2007 & 2008 Frontier
League Champions! Call to reserve groups or
parties today!
Days/Hours: (Office Hours) M-F 8AM-5PM; Sa (May-
Aug) 10AM-2PM
2 Map #: L-7 $

OUTSIDE CHICAGO SOUTHLAND

CHICAGO WHITE SOX
U.S. Cellular Field
333 West 35th Street
Chicago, IL 60616
312-674-1000 • FAX 312-674-5140
whitesox.com • tickets@chisox.com
U.S. Cellular Field: Spectacular baseball, season
ticket plans, group outings, party areas, family
entertainment, business entertainment, great food,
friendly staff and exciting fireworks! Call the sales
department for more information at 312-674-1000.
Days/Hours: Regular season: Apr-Oct; Open yearround;
Call for accommodations/pricing.
0 Map #: K-2 $

SKYDIVE CHICAGO
3215 East 1969th Road
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-0000
FAX 815-433-6806
skydivechicago.com
info@skydivechicago.com
World class skydiving resort. Experience
the adrenaline rush of a lifetime as you make
your first skydive harnessed to one of our
professional instructors.
Days/Hours: M-F 9AM-5PM; Sa-Su 8AM-Sunset
0 $