Gurnee Days KidZone

KidZone – Amusement Area

The Kid Zone is back and better than ever! This year, we’ve designed a family-friendly space with a variety of rides and inflatable experiences for children of different age groups.

Guests will have the option to purchase wristbands for unlimited access to select attractions, along with individual purchase options for Go Karts. Click below to learn more about our wristband pricing options!

*Wristbands will be available for pre-purchase in late July, or in-person during operating hours.

KidZone – Saturday, August 8
12:00-6:00pm
Viking Park | 4374 Old Grand Avenue

The 2026 KidZone is sponsored by Great Wolf Lodge.


The TOP sponsors receive:

  • NEW outreach opportunities including logo on Gurnee Days digital map
  • Logo on global festival email (over 30,000 recipients)
  • Individual thank you board placed on festival grounds
  • An option to place a promotional item in this year’s Gurnee Days goody bag.
  • Exclusive banner placement on main stage

For an additional $500, platinum sponsors can also receive an onsite promotional booth.

Gold supporters receive:

  • NEW outreach options including listing on gold/silver sponsor thank you boards
  • Banner placement on festival grounds in high traffic area
  • An option to place a promotional item in this year’s Gurnee Days goody bag

For an additional $500, gold sponsors can also receive an onsite promotional booth.

Silver supporters receive: 

  • NEW outreach includes mention in festival press release
  • Logos are placed on printed event schedule
  • Flutter flag for the stage
  • Banner for high traffic area

Bronze supporters receive: 

  • NEW bronze outreach includes mention in festival press release
  • Banner placement in high traffic area

Community supporters receive: 

  • Two day, onsite vendor booth
  • Logo on the Gurnee Days website

KidZone Wristband Pricing Information

This all-access wristband is designed for children 42″ and taller, and includes a mix of rides and larger inflatable attractions. 

Included attractions:

  • Rides
    • Ballistic Swing
    • Fun Slide
    • Tubs of Fun
    • Reckless
  • Bounce Houses/Inflatable Courses:
    • Tropical Obstacle Course
    • Space Obstacle Course
    • Ninja Obstacle Course

*Wristbands will be available for pre-purchase late July, or in-person on Saturday, August 8.

This wristband is tailored for younger children who are under 42″ tall, focusing on safe and age-appropriate inflatable play. 

Included attractions:

  • Unicorn Inflatable
  • Fun Fair Park Inflatable
  • Animal Kingdom Inflatable

*Wristbands will be available for pre-purchase late July, or in-person on Saturday, August 8.

  • Go-Karts will not be included in wristband options
  • Pricing: $5 per ride