Cost: Free

Organizer: City of Chicago

What to expect: Kites, kids and, well...you can guess the rest.

Why to go: Relive your childhood, or at least let your children live theirs. They'll be able to create, decorate and fly kites.

Additional info: The May 3 event takes place at the Museum of Science & Industry, while the fall event happens at Cricket Hill in Lincoln Park. Free kite kits will be provided by the City of Chicago, though you're welcome to bring a favorite flying friend of your own. Afraid your kite won't go as high as the others? Kite-flying professionals and instructors will also be on hand to share their tips. The Kohl McCormick StoryBus will also be around for interactive storytelling and literacy arts and crafts activities.

Centerstage Reviewer: Ben Rubenstein