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Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure

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Jurassic Quest
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Dinosaur Adventure - Cedar Rapids
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Ice Castles
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Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour
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Grizzly Jacks Starved Rock

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Grizzly Jacks Starved Rock

Utica

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Welcome to Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort A Hotel and Resort Near Starved Rock State Park
Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets nature. Escape from the big city and enjoy a vacation in the scenic Northwoods at Grizzly Jack's - an unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends.
Ice Castles

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Tickets Go On Sale Nov. 28
Ice Castles is an awe-inspiring, must-see winter phenomenon that brings fairytales to life. Opening in January 2023, the frozen, outdoor attraction is bringing the wonder and magic of winter to 5 locations across the United States. The experience is built entirely by hand using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand-placed by professional ice artists. The castles include breathtaking LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, ice-carved tunnels, caverns, slides, and fountains. At night, color-changing lights embedded inside the ice twinkle and dance to whimsical music. Come explore, and escape ... Read more
Lost Island Waterpark

Waterloo

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Lost Island Waterpark is the largest waterpark in Iowa! Check out a tropical paradise in the heart of the Midwest with over 25 attractions, FREE parking, FREE tube rental, and delicious food. Ranked on TripAdvisor's Top Ten Waterparks in the U.S., Lost Island is a hidden treasure you have to see to believe.
Six Flags Great America

Gurnee, IL

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Six Flags Great America offers a unique experience with two parks for the price of one. Along with world class roller coasters, games and shows there's also Hurricane Harbor, a massive 20-acre waterpark FREE with theme park admission. Hurricane Harbor features 30 water attractions including a half mile long lazy river, Castaway Creek; family raft rides, and one of the world's largest interactive water playgrounds, Skull Island. The theme park features 14 thrilling roller coasters including X Flight, a cutting edge wing coaster. With no track above or below, X Flight defies gravity and provid ... Read more

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Grizzly Jacks Starved Rock

Utica

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Welcome to Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort A Hotel and Resort Near Starved Rock State Park
Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets nature. Escape from the big city and enjoy a vacation in the scenic Northwoods at Grizzly Jack's - an unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends.

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Grizzly Jacks Starved Rock

Utica

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Welcome to Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort A Hotel and Resort Near Starved Rock State Park
Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets nature. Escape from the big city and enjoy a vacation in the scenic Northwoods at Grizzly Jack's - an unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends.