Get to know on the go!
on the go was born from one mom’s frustration of spending hours online, going from site to site and trying to piece together relevant information on fun, family friendly activities and classes. As a mom living in Chicago with two young girls, Cindy McCarthy created on the go to make life easier on herself, her husband and other parents raising kids in the Windy City.
on the go is a one-stop guide to the kid-sized version of Chicago that includes: events, activities, shops, classes and restaurants. Since the site was created for parents by a parent, members get an insider’s perspective on the best places to go and how to save time and money. This means with on the go you’ll spend less time searching and more time rediscovering this amazing city through your child’s eyes. Isn’t that what it’s really all about?
See for yourself why Parents Magazine named on the go Chicago the Best Local Blog in the Nation! Click here to view a two minute site tutorial. Learn more about on the go in our Press Kit.
Get go-ing!
go do:
Unlike other sites, on the go lets you search through hundreds of family friendly events by date, type and distance from your home and even find out if they’re age appropriate for your child. We’ll also send weekly emails highlighting the best events for the coming weekend.
go 4 less:
Get an insider’s guide to FREE events, classes, activities and “kids eat free” restaurants, along with exclusive members-only deals and coupons.
go eat:
Discover which neighborhood restaurants – including unlikely places like sushi houses – offer family friendly amenities like high chairs and kids’ menus.
go shop:
Make your next shopping trip easier by finding kid friendly stores for any age child right near your house.
go learn:
Looking for the perfect class for your child and your schedule? Search and compare Chicago’s best classes and camps by type, cost, location, day of week and even age appropriateness.
go play:
Find fresh ideas on where to go with little ones from parks with water playgrounds to exhibits kids will love at local museums or new places to play on a rainy day.
go honestly:
We are a members-only site and don’t accept ads. This means recommendations are never bought and remain completely unbiased. on the go is simply one parent sharing a great find or a good deal with another parent.