My CHI. My Future. 2025 Teen Bash
Join My CHI. My Future. on March 29th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for their 2025 Teen Bash at the Aon Ballroom in Navy Pier! Chicago residents, ages 13 to 19, can enjoy a day filled with special musical performances, free pizza and snacks, a resource expo for summer jobs, and more. This event is free.
One Summer Chicago
Spring is a great time to start for that summer job, and One Summer Chicago brings together government institutions, community-based organizations and companies to offer employment and internship opportunities to youth and young adults ages 14 to 24.
Chicago Public Library
CPL offers exciting programming for students of all ages across the city libraries all year round, including over spring break. Explore events for students of all ages, such as the Science Heroes: Chills and Thrills series in various CPL locations or the Teen Spring Break Bash at the Lincoln Belmont branch location.
Chicago Park District
The Chicago Park District is offering Spring Break Camps at various parks throughout Chicago. Most camps run March 24-28 for children ages 6-12. Most camp days are six hours, although a select few will be eight. Please note, each park charges a nominal fee to cover the week.
The Chicago Park District is actively recruiting lifeguards for the upcoming summer season, and spring break is a great time to apply! For applicants 16+ years of age.
Navy Pier
Spring Break at the Pier offers interactive workshops, creative activities, and family fun. Enjoy dance, music, and art sessions–something for everyone!
Safe Havens
Safe Haven sites across the city offer out-of-school time programming for all CPS students, including Spring Break. Healthy meals will be provided at all locations. Hours of operation may vary by site.
Museums for All
Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,400 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID.
Get Your Measles Vaccine Before, During, or After Spring Break
Cases of measles are currently on the rise around the country. While none have been reported in Chicago this year, we want to make sure our CPS community is protected from this very contagious disease. The best way to do this is by making sure you and your children are up to date on the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, which provides lifelong protection against measles.
Most people will have gotten the MMR vaccine during childhood. But for those who have not, there are many opportunities to get the vaccine.
- CDPH Immunization Clinics. Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) immunization clinics provide vaccinations for children 0 through 18 at no out-of-pocket cost. CDPH serves uninsured, underinsured, Medicaid (Title XIX) insured, and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP; also known as Title XXI or state-funded) individuals. Click here for details on these clinics. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged. Create an account and register for an appointment at getvaxchi.chicago.gov or by calling the clinic.
- Local Healthcare Providers. Individuals with private insurance or Medicaid/Medicare can also receive vaccines at health care providers or local in-network pharmacies throughout the city. Visit vaccines.gov to find a vaccine provider.
- CPS School-Based Health and Mobile Clinics. CPS offers vaccines like the MMR at our school-based health clinics, and through our elementary, high school, and charter mobile clinics. Please use these links to schedule an appointment for a vaccine. The week prior to Spring Break is a perfect time to get vaccinated; some locations are even open during Spring Break. Vaccines through CPS are free for those who are uninsured, underinsured, or who have health insurance through Medicaid or Medicare. For those with private insurance, please contact the clinic for details on which insurance carriers they accept.