The Pirate’s Cove Children’s Theme Park In Illinois Is The Stuff Of Childhood Dreams

While theme parks are great fun in general, sometimes they're a mixed bag for the kids as there are many rides they can't go on, and alcohol is sold making them potentially inappropriate for children. However, Pirate's Cove Children's Theme Park in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, is all about the kids - and it won't plunder your wallet! Let's explore the most kid-friendly theme park in Illinois.

Pete's Pirate Ship at the entrance to the park isn't just for show. The inside is the Galley Activity Area, and there is seating on the top deck where you can enjoy your food and get a good view of the whole park.

The Swashbuckler Wharf Fun Stage hosts musicians, storytellers, jugglers, and entertainment of all kinds. There are occasional costume contests where kids can take to the stage as their favorite characters.

Kids will love to safely play on PJ's Perch to see how far up they can get and maybe have a race to the top.

The Safari Express will take passengers through a cave full of stuffed safari animals, and kids will have a chance to ring the bell. Parents can ride along too!

Soarin' Schooners is a fun ride that spins and tilts and lets your kids whirl around in the air with glee.

Kids will love to paddle around in the Barnacle Bay Boats and knock about like bumper cars. Though the water is quite shallow, lifeguards are on hand, just in case.

As you can see on the map, there is enough fun at the park to fill up an entire day with merriment and joy, including a slide, carousel, bouncy castle, playground, and more. The entire family will have a blast!

Pirate's Cove Children's Theme Park is intended for children aged 2 to 9 and is open during the summer. You can buy concessions there, and you are also free to bring your own picnic lunch. You can rent out the entire park for events, church groups, campouts, and more. Arrrrr you going to come here next summer? Illinois is full of kid-friendly activities as well as family-friendly restaurants. Do you have a favorite family-friendly destination in Illinois? Tell us all about it in the comments!