One hour spent floating on Epsom salt water in a warm flotation tank removes stimulation from the outside world to calm the mind

Chicago's signature horns herald hits such as "25 or 6 to 4" at an outdoor show

Celebrating its 90th anniversary, the L.A. County Fair delights attendants with live music, carnival rides, and a working farm

Wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits and trampoline dodge-ball courts help tykes burn off energy and have safe fun

Guides lead double kayaks along the coast and into secluded caves, pointing out potential sightings of dolphins and leopard sharks

Experienced instructors lead group painting sessions as students sip on wine or beer

Long-running musical-theater company produces season full of Broadway-musical classics

Feature films, such as The Dark Knight Rises, occupy eyes while guests nosh on popcorn; club membership grants discounts on concessions

Emission-free electric go-karts zip around an indoor raceway equipped with computerized speed tracking

Stations placed throughout looping 5K track lob clouds of colored cornstarch to transform runners' outfits from white to rainbow