The Art Institute of Chicago
Family Festivals and Special Events

Family Festivals and Special Events All ages with an adult

Drop-in (no registration required)

Scheduled throughout the year and on holidays such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving weekend, and the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day, these festivals include storytelling, artist demonstrations, puppet shows, musical or other performances, gallery games, and art-making workshops. You might meet Artie the Lion!

Find upcoming Family Festivals in our calendar of Family Events.

Remember:

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Admission to the Ryan Education Center is always free! Admission to the museum is free for kids under 14.
  • We cannot accept groups to this program.