So little traffic, so much you can do on Christmas Day!

If you're looking to get out of the house on Christmas, here's where to go.

Get out of the house on December 25 with one of these fun ideas.

Looking for fun things to do with your preschooler? We've found the best things to do with kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley before they head off to kindergarten. 

As a stay-at-home mom, I'm always on the lookout for fun things to do with my little one, especially during the week when the older kids are in school. Thankfully, Westchester and the Hudson Valley offer tons of activities geared toward preschoolers that are fun and enriching, from children's museums to the great outdoors.  

Find even more ideas in our Guide for Preschoolers in Westchester and the Hudson Valley.

Long Island's outdoor ice skating rinks offer exciting wintertime adventures the whole family will enjoy. Bundle up the kids and prepare for a few hours of family-friendly outdoor action. 

We've put together a list of Long Island's best outdoor ice skating rinks open for the season or opening soon. Most are inexpensive and offer skate rentals.

Many of the rinks have lessons and programs for those still learning how to glide and spin. Weather permitting, most of these ice skating rinks are open until the beginning of spring, and all are public during certain days and times. 

If the weather doesn't cooperate, there are plenty of indoor rinks across Long Island, too, that give families a chance to skate all year long. Find more fun seasonal destinations in our Winter Fun Guide.

We've got ideas for Christmas Day fun once the presents are unwrapped.

What's open on Christmas Day in New York City? Once the presents have been ripped open, the plastic packaging dismantled, and the batteries installed, you might need to get the kids out of the apartment. After all, dinner won't be ready for hours and the kids are full of holiday energy.

Some families have a Christmas Day tradition of enjoying Chinese food and a movie. But there are other fun things to do that are open on Christmas Day in NYC, whether you celebrate Christmas or not. Here are some fun things to do on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, in NYC. You can also pair an outing with a reservation at one of these restaurants open on Christmas—just make sure to book soon!

Find even more seasonal activities in our Holiday Fun Guide or Family Activity Calendar.

Birmingham, Alabama is perhaps best known for its role in the civil rights movement. While it remains an important center of civil rights history, Birmingham is also home to a thriving dining scene, fantastic urban green spaces, great cultural attractions, and plenty of other things to do with kids. Today, Birmingham is the largest city in Alabama.

Here are 20 top things to do in Birmingham, Alabama with kids, from the world-class Birmingham Zoo to family-friendly restaurants and hotels in Birmingham, AL. Visit our Southern States Vacation Guide for more cities in the south to visit with kids, like New Orleans and Charleston.