It's another summer weekend full of fantastic and mostly FREE family fun. Three of our top event picks of the month take place on Saturday or Sunday: the jazz-themed SummerStage Queens Family Day in Long Island City, Come Out & Play Family Day on Governors Island and City of Water Day, which has events throughout the five boroughs.

If you need to chill out, literally, with indoor air-conditioning, the Museum of the Moving Image is hosting a special 30th-anniversary screening of Sesame Street Presents: Follow that Bird, and two of NYC's oldest houses are hosting family days.

These are just a few of the great things going on this weekend. All of our best bets are below. You can find additional options in our Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide, which highlights the best pools, water playgrounds and beaches in NYC.

Few summer traditions are as timeless as ice cream melting down your wrist on a hot day. My kids and I don't need much of an excuse to indulge in this tasty treat and though ice cream stands, shops and chains are plentiful throughout lower Hudson Valley, there are a few local shops that really stand out. All of these are destination-worthy, using handmade or locally sourced ice cream for their creative concoctions and traditional favorites. Here is our list of 5 destination-worthy ice cream shops in the lower Hudson Valley. Also, be sure to check out our top picks for local ice cream shops in Westchester County!

While you can certainly take your family on a do-it-yourself tour of the Freedom Trail—or any of the historically or culturally significant sights in the area—sometimes it's nice to let an expert do the talking. Since Boston is such a great walking city, there are some excellent choices for tours that keep curious minds happy. As a big fan of lifelong learning, I'm happy to report that even though I'm a proud Bostonian, each of these tours taught me something I didn't know. Best of all, they kept my kids entertained and eager to learn more.

When the sun is shining and you want to inject some culture into your family's itinerary, head to one of these outdoor museums on Long Island. From hiking and exploring to hands on water fun and scientific mini golf, these places have it all. And for more seasonal activities, check out our Summer Fun Guide.

In every corner of our state, there’s something exciting to do this July weekend! So get out there with family and friends to soak up the summer sun and make great memories. Big festivals abound this time of year, so if you’re in the mood for delicious eats and lots of activity, check out Lucy the Elephant’s Birthday on the Boardwalk, the Asbury Park Blues & Brews Festival or the Burlington County Farm Fair. The fun continues with the return of the Fairy Festival at the Watershed Reserve, the Jersey Shore Comic Book Show and the City of Water Day in Hoboken.  

Whatever you decide to do this weekend, we hope you enjoy it with family and friends. For even more activity options, check out our Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide.

From nature talks and fun runs to festivals and puppet shows, there is no shortage of family fun on the East End of Long Island. Two of our favorites happening this weekend include the Riverhead Fire Department commemorating the 80th anniversary of its drill team with a two-day celebration, and the sweet corn festival at Harbes Family Farm.

Of course, you can find even more activities on our jam-packed events calendar. And for other ideas on what to do in the area, check out our Hamptons and North Fork Family Guide.

We at Mommy Poppins Boston have discovered another great spot to bring your kids during July: the Street at Chestnut Hill. You can find great activities for kids every Tuesday afternoon through the summer (pictured), as well as one-time events like the upcoming Table Tennis Tournament. Also starting on Tuesday, look for some events around town to celebrate the New Horizons flyby of Pluto. Young scientists aren't going to want to miss out! For those with their feet firmly on Earth, there's no shortage of fun summer festivals this week, whether music or art is your cup of tea. Have a great week, and don't forget to check out the full Event Calendar!

New York City is brimming with things to see and explore with kids, from world-class museums to the great outdoors. No wonder our town is called the city that never sleeps! And yet sometimes you fall into a rut, visiting the same old favorites over and over, never leaving your comfort zone.

Well, it's time to break that habit. We've rounded up 10 new-to-NYC destinations that are worth putting on your family's summer fun bucket list. Get ready to trade the familiar for the fresh!