Kids & Family

5 Illinois Amusement Parks To Check Out This Summer

Most amusement parks are open at full capacity for families and friends to ride roller coasters, Go-Karts or water slides.

Tsunami Surge, the world's highest water coaster, made its public debut over Memorial Day weekend.
Tsunami Surge, the world's highest water coaster, made its public debut over Memorial Day weekend. ( Hurricane Harbor Chicago)

GURNEE, IL — Illinois is home to some of the best theme parks and record-breaking rides in the country.

Since June 11, theme parks in Illinois have been allowed to operate at full capacity. Many companies and fairgrounds are hoping the shift to normalcy will help recoup millions of dollars lost during the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, many families and friend groups are excited to revisit old favorites or try out new thrills.

Here's a list of some of Illinois' most popular amusement parks to take you to new heights:

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Six Flags Great America — Gurnee, IL

Cost: $30/One-Day Ticket

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Website: Tickets, Hours, Info

Knight's Action Park — Springfield, IL

Cost: $31.95/One-Day Pass

Website: Tickets, Hours, Info

Pirates' Cove Children's Theme Park — Elk Grove Village, IL

Cost: $13/One-Day Child Pass

Website: Tickets, Hours, Info

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park — Gurnee, IL

Cost:$50/Person

Website: Tickets, Hours, Room Booking

Sugar Grove Family Fun Center — Sugar Grove, IL

Cost: $23/Package including Go-Karts, Water Games and more.

Website: Package Info

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