BOOM! Where to find Fourth of July fireworks displays in the Champaign-Urbana area for a great family celebration.
Fourth of July Events in Champaign-Urbana (2026 Guide)
Find information about fireworks, parades, and old-fashioned Fourth of July fun all around the Champaign-Urbana area.
Best Midwest Summer Road Trips for Champaign-Urbana Families
Having fun in Champaign-Urbana in the summer isn’t hard to do. But summer is an ideal time to travel so we’re offering our list of ideas for summer road trips.
50+ Ways to Have Summer Fun on a Budget In and Around Champaign-Urbana
Make the most of the summer season with your family in Champaign-Urbana and beyond — all without breaking the bank.
Destination Restaurants Worth the Drive from Champaign-Urbana
Whether you’re planning a special family outing or sneaking away for a well-deserved date night, we have rounded up the best “destination” restaurants within about 90 minutes of Champaign-Urbana. We assure you these spots are worth the drive.
Champaign-Urbana Weekend Planner – When Summer Heats Up
Find some family-friendly resources for Champaign-Urbana this weekend.
Back to School: Immunizations Required for Illinois Students
Time to think about required immunizations for your Illinois student(s) based on the grade they will be entering this fall.
How to Celebrate Juneteenth Around Champaign-Urbana
Attend an event, support Black restaurants, or pick up some books at the library to share with your kids: there’s lots of ways to honor and recognize Juneteenth in Champaign-Urbana this year.
Urbana’s Parcadia: Carrying Out its Theme to a T(ee)
Parcadia in Urbana features some unique miniature golf holes but also offers a bounty of fun for all ages.
Carle’s All About Baby Classes Return to Champaign-Urbana
Carle’s All About Baby program is back, providing parents with a variety of helpful information pathways for Champaign-Urbana area parents.
Where to Watch World Cup Soccer in Champaign-Urbana
Want to watch World Cup soccer with other fans? Our list of family-friendly places to watch the sporting spectacle in Champaign-Urbana.
Blueberry Picking Near Champaign-Urbana
Love blueberries? Where you can pick your own within roughly an hour’s drive of Champaign-Urbana.
Champaign-Urbana Area Summer Youth Theater
This summer, take the family to the theater! Many youth actors will be starring in family-friendly performances in the Champaign-Urbana area.
Dining Out on Father’s Day in Champaign-Urbana and Beyond
Champaign-Urbana area restaurants are planning for a busy Father’s Day weekend. Check out some options that restaurants are offering.