Why attend an NPN playdate?
✏️ Enjoy a fun morning of play in a cheerful space, with new activities, and other families
✏️ Explore classrooms, meet teachers and staff, and learn what makes each school unique
✏️ Even if you aren't looking for a school, it's a nice way to enjoy the morning. We hope you'll join us!
Ages listed below are a guideline; you get to decide which playdates are right for your family. Siblings of any age are always welcome. Please note that these playdates are not drop-off events; a parent must stay. We can't wait to meet you!
Click on the links below to learn more and RSVP. More dates are added regularly. Check back often!
Upcoming Playdates
RSVP Saturday, May 31, 2026: LEEP Forward, for children 0-5 years old and their families
Playdates take a break over the summer and will start up again in September 2026. Stay tuned!
Past Playdates
Sunday, September 21, 2025: Catherine Cook School, for children 0-5 years old, parents, and siblings
Saturday, September 27, 2025: Catherine Cook School, for children 5-10 years old and at least one parent
Saturday, October 18, 2025: Leep Forward, for children 5-10 years old and at least one parent. Sensory-friendly!
Sunday, October 19, 2025: Bennett Day School, for children 0-5 years old, parents, and siblings
Sunday, November 16, 2025: Park West CoOp, for children 0-5 years old, parents, and siblings
Sunday, February 22 2026: Kids' Work Chicago Riverview, for children 0-5 years old, parents, and siblings
Sunday, March 15, 2026: Chicago Waldorf School, for children 0-5 years old, parents, and siblings
Saturday, May 2, 2026: Baker Demonstration School for children 0-5 years old and their families
Is your school or business interested in hosting a playdate? Let us know here.