NPN's Winter School Fair & Summer Camp Fair @ Bubbles Academy

Cozy up with children's activities, connect with schools and summer camps, and learn about the private school application and selection process! As seen on WGN!

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Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

Time: 1:00-4:00 PM (opening performance at 12:30, see below for details)

Location: Bubbles Academy, 1308 N Elston Ave (across the street from the Salt Shed!)

Cost: FREE when you RSVP here (use coupon code wintersf26), or $20 at the door

FEATURES

🌈 Free entry to the Fest & Bubbles Academy!

🫧 Special children's activities with Bubbles Academy teaching artists

🐷 Pet Bubba the Pig from Swift Nature Camp 

✏️ One parent breakout session about the private school application and selection process

🏫 Representatives from Chicago's popular schools and summer camps ready to talk with you in the exhibit hall. See the growing list here.

🎁 Raffle prizes for NPN members. Not a member? Join now!
📸 Event snapshots from TK Photography

🧁 Refreshments and a hot chocolate bar from Werewolf Coffee Bar

SCHEDULE

12:30 Performance and art exhibition from Music and Media Arts students from Chicago Academy for the Arts

1:00 Exhibit hall opens and children's activities begin

3:00 Exhibit hall closes, children's activities continue, parent session begins: Private School Application & Selection Process

4:00 Children's activities end, parent session ends, event ends

Is your school or business interested in sponsoring the fair? Click here to learn more.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Participating Schools & Camps