Illinois’ seasonal attractions bring so much joy and fun to the long days of summer. If you’re looking for a way to keep the kids entertained outdoors all summer, there’s an amazing theme park in Elk Grove Village that is all the rage.
Go ride the seven seas in search for buried treasure on this swashbuckling adventure. Scroll on for more details.
Pirate’s Cove Children’s Theme Park in northern Illinois is a seasonal attraction that is open June through August. Uncover the area’s best treasure at this fun-filled park that will take kids ages 1 through 9 on a tropical adventure.
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This amazing pirate-themed attraction inspires imagination and stimulates creativity in children. It is recommended that you wear socks and gym shoes to play here.
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Attractions include Pete’s Pirate Ship, which is modeled after an 18th century boat. The upper deck is great for views of the whole park while enjoying a meal, and the lower deck is an activity area for arts and crafts.
Google/Pirate’s Cove Children’s Theme Park The ship can also accommodate up to 32 guests for private events like birthday parties.
Another very popular attraction at this park is the Barnacle Bay Boats. Young kids can climb aboard these tiny sailing rigs and float all around.
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Other activities include the carousel, Camelot’s castle, a bounce house, a giant slide, a 20-foot climbing wall, a safari train ride, and a pirate carnival ride. You won’t know if you’re at a park or the state fair when you visit this amazing place.
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Last but not least is the Swashbuckler Wharf Fun Stage where live performances are given Monday through Thursday between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Themed days also make visits to this park extra fun. Check the attraction’s website (link below) for which theme is scheduled for which days.
Google/Pirate’s Cove Children’s Theme Park Themes are every Wednesday and Friday and include fun events like Haunted Cove, Under the Sea Day, Santa’s Summer Vacation, Medieval Night, Celebrating America, and Wild West Night.
Pirate’s Cove is just one of many fun things you can do through the Elk Grove Park District. This incredible suburb also contains many parks, playgrounds, pools, and more.
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Admission for Pirate’s Cove Children’s Theme Park is $9 for children of residents and $12 for children of non Elk Grove Village residents. Parents always enter for free, and hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
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The ship can also accommodate up to 32 guests for private events like birthday parties.
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Themes are every Wednesday and Friday and include fun events like Haunted Cove, Under the Sea Day, Santa’s Summer Vacation, Medieval Night, Celebrating America, and Wild West Night.
Address: 901 Leicester Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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