Spend the Night at the Museum: 9 Museums and Zoos that Host Sleepovers in Orlando

Sleepover with the dinosaurs at the Orlando Science Center. Photo by Charlotte B

Spend a night at the museum...literally! These Orlando museums, zoos, and attractions host fun sleepovers for kids of all ages and interests. Whether part of a school event, birthday party, or a club activity, sleepovers at Orlando attractions are fun, exciting ways to experience everyday places in a totally new way. If your child isn't ready for an overnight event, don't worry -- many of these zoos and museums feature late nights, where kids stay for an evening of excitement then eventually head home to get some shut eye. 

Take a look at some of our favorite places for Orlando kids to sleepover or spend a late night for a unique experience under the stars!

20 Philly Museums You've Never Heard Of

The Mercer Museum is a six-story reinforced concrete castle in Bucks County. Photo by Cait Sumner

If there's one thing Philly has plenty of, it's museums. From art to cars, history, and more, there is definitely no shortage of museums in Philadelphia. With so many unique places to visit, there's bound to be some you haven't even heard of yet. Check out this list of great lesser known museums and find some fascinating new places to explore. Quite a few of these places are even FREE!

Note: Some of these museums have odd hours. You may need to make an appointment or reservation before you go. Check each website for more information.

If you're looking for more local museum fun, check out our Guide to Philly Museums.

Quirky New Jersey Museums and Attractions for Kids

Step into the world of Grimm's fairy tales at Fairy Tale Forest in Oak Ridge, NJ. Photo courtesy of Fairy Tale Forest

New Jersey has some weird, wonderful, and unique attractions for when you feel like exploring someplace new and different with the kids. The attractions we've curated below give kids a fascinating look into a world of fairy tales, insects, surfing, trains, and more.

If you're ready to wander off the beaten path, here are 15 unique museums and quirky spots that have all the makings of a memorable family outing. Find more ideas for a great day out in our Guide to Museums and Art for New Jersey Kids

A Lite-Brite Experience Is Coming To Los Angeles

Step into Lite-Brite: Worlds of Wonder. Photos courtesy of Fever Productions.

Lite-Brite: Worlds of Wonder will illuminate the way to nostalgia with an immersive experience at Santa Monica Place. Parents can relive joyful memories of a classic childhood toy, while kids can get introduced to the colorful Lite-Brite world. 

The Lite-Brite experience will captivate with hypnotic color and technology. Step into a futuristic iteration of the simplistic toy beloved for generations. It should be no surprise that thousands of colorful lights will be part of the experience. 

For more new interactive experiences in Los Angeles, dig into slime at Sloomoo Institute and visit Dino Valley at Legoland to relive prehistoric times.

Spend the Night at the Museum: 5 Museums and Zoos that Host Sleepovers in Philly

Elmwood Park Zoo's Zoo Snooze is an outdoor overnight adventures feature a campfire and giraffe feeding. Photo by Apiary Photography

Every Philly family should have a bucket list of things to do with the kids in Philadelphia. Make sure that list includes some nighttime activities, maybe spending a "night at the museum," sleeping by a shark tank, or camping out at the zoo. Philadelphia is home to several museums and cultural institutions that host fun overnights. Some of these events are geared towards families, while others are great outings for scout troops or other large groups. Many can sell out ahead of time, so be sure to make reservations well in advance.

Looking for more things to check off your bucket list? Don't miss our roundup of 100 Things To Do with Philly Kids Before They Grow Up.

Best Manhattan Birthday Party Places for Preschoolers

Preschoolers can party the day away at locations around Manhattan,

When it comes to finding the best birthday party places in Manhattan for preschoolers, parents of the under-5 crowd know that the little ones seem to have boundless energy. Fear not: These preschool party spots can keep them engaged and keep the fun coming.

We've rounded up the best Manhattan birthday party places for your preschooler's next party below and have even more options for NYC birthday party places in our NYC Kids Guide to Birthday Parties and Directory, including these indoor birthday party destinations with mega playgrounds.

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