The Best Things to Do in Round Rock, TX With Kids

Kalahari Resorts is one of best things to do in Round Rock, TX. Image courtesy Kalahari Resorts

A mere 21 miles away from Austin lies Round Rock, TX. A charming Texas town that’s grown exponentially in the last few decades, it’s the kind of place with plenty of excitement and family-friendly entertainment to warrant a visit all on its own—even without a stop at Texas’ state capital. Luckily, we’ve got all the details on the best things to do in Round Rock, TX with kids, so whether you’re looking to avoid the hustle and bustle of Austin, or if you’re in the mood for water park fun, here’s everything you need to know.

The best part? Round Rock is under three hours away from both Dallas and Houston, so it’s the perfect destination for a quick getaway or weekend road trip.

Best Gymnastics Classes in NYC for Kids

Gotham Gymnastics offers gymnastics classes for kids from toddlers to teens.

Gymnastics classes provide a great introduction to physical fitness. Often called the "mother of all sports" for its conditioning qualities and focus on strength, balance, and flexibility, these gymnastics classes in NYC give kids an early athletic foundation.

Read on for 16 gymnastics classes in NYC for kids—whether you just want somewhere for little ones to get their wiggles out, or they're eyeing a future Olympic appearance. For more great classes for kids, including everything from tennis classes to karate classes and more, check out our NYC Classes for Kids Guide and our searchable Classes Directory.

75 Free Things to Do in Dallas and Fort Worth With Kids

Enjoy the courtyard with ducks and turtles at Northpark Center. Photo by the author

Free things to do in Dallas—what? Yup, you heard that right! There’s no shortage of attractions, activities, tours, and events in DFW that cost you absolutely nothing, so save your cash for summer camps, theme parks, and Cowboys games and take advantage of all the free things to do in Dallas and the rest of the metroplex with kids.

DFW definitely lives up to that whole “everything is bigger in Texas” thing; even if you’ve lived here your entire life, we’re betting there are some boxes you haven’t checked, especially when it comes to free things to do in Dallas. So scroll through this list, make your plans, and have a blast, ya’ll!

Best Things To Do in Falls Church City, VA with Kids

Cherry Hill Park has lots of fun places for kids to explore. Photo courtesy of author Jess Goodwin

At just over two square miles, Falls Church City, Virginia is known as "The Little City." But don't let the nickname fool you—The Little City is big on family-friendly fun. Though it's conveniently located less than 10 miles from DC and easily accessed by Route 50, Route 66, and the East or West Falls Church Metro stations, Falls Church City is bursting with small-town charm.

Here are some of the best family-friendly places to visit in Falls Church City, VA. Check out our Guide to Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for DC Kids for more great cities to visit in the DC area, like Kensington, MD and Clifton, VA.

30 Fun Things to Do for February's Winter Break in Atlanta

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth tickets at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Photo courtesy of Feld Entertainment

Atlanta's February winter break is a week-long vacation for many metro school districts. Though parents may be thinking "not another school break," kids are sure to be smiling for time off. For some Atlanta school districts, the winter break starts on Presidents Day and runs through the week; these Atlanta school districts are out February 17-21, 2025. We've got great ideas to fill up your February winter break in Atlanta, including fairy houses, dinosaurs and the Greatest Show in Earth in both Duluth and Downtown Atlanta

In addition to awesome Atlanta events during the break, we've rounded up fun school break camps that will keep kids entertained during the week. Make sure to contact these winter camps right away, as spots fill fairly quickly.

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