Pride, Fete Day, The Roots, Petapalooza, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

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Visit the Petapalooza petting zoo! Photo courtesy En Route

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

June is packed with exciting events for families in Philadelphia! Kick off Pride Month with the colorful Pride Skate, featuring interactive performances and themed decor. Then join the vibrant Philadelphia's Pride March and Festival, or head to the Franklin Institute for Family Pride Day. Dive into history at Fete Day at Elfreth's Alley, where you can explore 18th-century homes and enjoy colonial games. Don't miss The Roots Picnic at Fairmount Park for a weekend of music and culture. Wrap up the weekend with Family Fun Day Sunday at Spruce Street Harbor Park for crafts and activities every first Sunday of the summer. There’s something for everyone in Philly this June!

West Cape May Strawberry Fest and More Things To Do with Kids in New Jersey this Weekend

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Head down to Ort Farm's Strawberry Festival and enjoy animals, pony rides, cow train, food vendors, and strawberry picking. Photo courtesy of the farm

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

June is off to a berry tasty start with the kickoff of strawberry-picking season at events like West Cape May Strawberry Festival. Pride Month also debuts at Scotch Plains Pride in the Park. 

Read on for a full rundown of New Jersey's best kid-friendly events this weekend. 

25 Brain-Boosting Baby Games and Activities

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Black-and-white toys and books, like this Thremhoo foldout book, are the perfect first tummy-time playthings.

While you probably know that playing with your baby is an important way to boost their brain development, it's important to note that not all baby games are created equal. Certain activities, toys, books, and baby games do a better job than others of stimulating tiny brains, getting babies' creative juices flowing, and developing both fine and gross motor skills.

Here are 25 baby games that will keep little ones engaged and learning during tummy time, while sitting in their high chairs, or whenever you want to have some fun and give their growing brains a boost. See our Baby and Maternity Guide for all other things baby-related, from the best baby registry services to the best first birthday gifts.

MoMi Expands Access with Free Entry to New Public Plaza and Programming

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Kids are drawn to the tech-filled installations in the Open Worlds exhibit at the Museum of the Moving Image.

The Museum of the Moving Image has just debuted Open Worlds, a new initiative to expand access to the Queens culture spot that delivers on its promise of opening up a new world for museum patrons to relax and enjoy this local gem.

We recently checked it out and are sharing the details of our visit below. Find more cultural gems in our NYC Kids Guide to Museums, Galleries, and Exhibits.

55 Awesome Free Things To Do in DC This Summer With Kids

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Cool off at one of the area's many great splash pads this summer. Photo courtesy of Montgomery Parks

School's almost out, summer is unofficially here, and we're on a mission to keep kids busy and having fun all summer long without breaking the bank. Luckily, there are tons of free things to do in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia this summer with kids, from free outdoor movies to free swimming pools.

Here is a list of 55 free activities for kids and families in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. How many of these free things to do in DC can your family fit in before school starts again? And don't forget: we are constantly updating our event calendar, so keep checking back for more free things to do in DC this summer with kids.

45 Awesome Free Things To Do in Atlanta This Summer With Kids

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Head to Piedmont Park on July 27, 2024, to taste LOTS of ice cream in different forms (cones, cups, on a stick) and enjoy music and kids' activities. Photo courtesy of the event

"Free things to do" is our favorite phrase when it comes to kids' summer activities. ("Cheap" is a close second!) More importantly, kids are happy and worn out playing at a free park or splash pads. Since an Atlanta summer usually requires water, air conditioning, evening shade...or all three, we've kept those prerequisites in mind while gathering the best free things to do in Atlanta this summer with kids. 

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