Weekday Event Picks for LA Kids: Daytime Stargazing, Nighttime Creatures, Tomorrowland, May 25-29

Memorial Day. A final day off before summer unofficially hits and every day feels like a holiday. There is a ton of stuff to do on Monday, from parades and concerts to strawberries and bunnies, but there is nothing quite like a jaunt to the canyon, particularly if you yearn for a 1960s vibe, so I vote for the Topanga Days Country Fair.

Speaking of the '60s, Disney’s latest release, Tomorrowland, is truly an "E" ticket ride. (Angelenos of a certain era will surely know what that means.) Other midweek fun includes stargazing by day in Glendale or by evening in Burbank and Westwood. Read on for our top 5 picks for the week.

Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids: Italian Festival, Carnival, Kites, May 25-29

This week kicks off with Memorial Day, and holiday fun is plentiful at events like the Wildwoods International Kite Festival and the Woodland Park Memorial Day Street Fair. But the fun doesn't end on Monday! Family-friendly festivities are happening throughout the week, including the St. Vincent de Paul Carnival and the SMS Italian Festival. There are also a few free indoor events for tots like the You & Me Toddler Program and Stretchy, Squishy Silly Putty. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more activity options.

Weekday Picks for LI Kids: Hiking, Strawberry Festival, Brookhaven Fair May 25-29

It's the unofficial start of summer, and Long Island families can look forward to a variety of seasonal fun. This week you can enjoy a historic hike, a strawberry festival, and a fair with rides and entertainment.

For even more activities going on around LI, be sure to check our Event Calendar. Spending some time on the East End? You'll also want to take a look at our Hamptons & North Fork Guide.

Weekday Picks for Boston Kids: Tons of Free Activities, May 25-29

The month of May is drawing to a close with a flurry of my favorite type of activities: free ones! My young art fans and I love it when there's an open house at the Museum of Fine Arts, which is on our list of Top 10 Attractions for Kids on the Green Line. Other picks this week include celebrations of math, Portuguese culture, and a fun sing-a-long. There's truly something for all ages and interests, so whatever you choose, have a great week, and don't forget to check out our full Event Calendar!

Weekday Picks for Westchester Kids: Memorial Day, Carnival, Antique Car Show, May 25-29

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, so get ready for lots of seasonal celebrations for Westchester families! Our top picks for the week include a Memorial Day Parade and Antique Car Show and two carnivals: the Memorial Day Carnival & Art Tent and the ICS Carnival.

You’ll also find activities for emergency-vehicle enthusiasts, teens seeking jobs, a free film and even a tongue-twister contest! Be sure to click through to our Event Calendar listings for full details as well as lots of other options throughout Westchester and Hudson Valley.

Weekday Picks for Connecticut Kids: Decoration Day, Summer Concerts, and Butterflies May 25-29

On Monday, we celebrate Memorial Day and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The Decoration Day ceremony at Mystic Seaport is a particularly moving way to mark the occasion, but if you're not nearby, we also have the rundown on Memorial Day events in Litchfield County and across the state. Our other weekday picks feature music, Minecraft, and more.

We only highlight one event per day in this post, but there are many other suggestions in our Event Calendar. For additional activity ideas, check out our CT Beach and Water Fun Guide and our guide to Biking, Hiking, Climbing, and Skateboarding in Fairfield County.

Weekday Events for NYC Kids: Parades, Free Kids' Concerts, World Science Festival May 25-29

Memorial Day week means the return of warm weather favorites like Madison Square Park's no-cost kids' concert series, which kicks off this Thursday with the Grammy-nominated Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could. Meanwhile, you can also catch a FREE performance by Morgan Taylor aka Gustafer Yellowgold. And starting Wednesday, the World Science Festival takes over Greenwich Village.

Although we only highlight one event per day in this post, you can find plenty of other options in our Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide.

Brooklyn Bridge Park's New Installation: Engaging Art You Can Splash In & Slide Down

There's tons of great art to see in New York City, but not a lot you can touch and really interact with. That's why my kids and I were so excited to check out Please Touch the Art, Brooklyn Bridge Park's brand-new public art installation by celebrated Danish artist Jeppe Hein. Not only can you touch these engaging works, but you can also climb up, slide down and get soaked in the expansive 1.3-mile-long outdoor exhibition.

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