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Date Activities in Illinois
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Blessy Jacob
Fun, yummy, and cute date ideas if you're in Illinois :)
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In Chicago
Chill
Active
Food Spots
In Chicago
There's Illinois resident free hours on Tuesdays!
Shedd Aquarium
You gotta go when it's in season (late April - early May). Really pretty and if the weather is up for it have a lil picnic.
Jackson Park Cherry Blossoms
The closest to a lantern Tangled moment in Illinois.
Chicago Water Lantern Festival
It's free and on every Wednesday at 9PM and Saturday at 10PM from May 24th-August 30th 2025.
Navy Pier Fireworks
Chill
An amazing way to volunteer :)
Volunteer at Feed My Starving Children
LOL the seats are comfyyy and reclines.
AMC Streets of Woodfield 20
Tap into your inner child!
The EASIEST Homemade Slime Recipe (3-Ingredients!)
I feel like everyone should experience a drive in movie.
McHenry Outdoor Theater
Active
Literally soo fun and you get to work together to get through the games.
Activate
I suck at bowling but always have a good time :)
Bowlero Naperville
Their black light mini golf course is fun and a vibe.
Funway
Can't go wrong with a fun Amusement Park day!
Six Flags Great America
Food Spots
Actually the best sea food boil spot.
Sea Shack Cajun Style
The atmosphere is so vibey and really yummy food.
GALAXY HOT POT AND GRILL
