The Jewish Museum is one of the premier centers to learn about Jewish history, culture, art, and storytelling in New York City. Following a significant expansion, the Jewish Museum recently debuted a new learning center with a robust slate of family-friendly programs, events, and classes.

We recently visited the Jewish Museum on the Upper East Side to check out the new space and get all the details on its offerings. Read on to find out everything you need to know about the new learning center at the Jewish Museum, and bookmark our NYC Kids' Guide to Museums, Galleries, and Exhibits in NYC to find all our picks for family-friendly museums in NYC.

With the holidays right around the corner, many nonprofits are gearing up to ensure that the 2025 holiday season is joyful for all families. Luckily, there are loads of organizations, churches, and communities all over the country that run free toy drives and holiday gift programs to make sure every child has a toy or gift this holiday season.

Here’s a guide to help you find free toys for kids this Christmas, including national programs and ways to search for local help right in your city.

If you aren't struggling and want your family to start a tradition of giving back, reach out to one of these groups to see how you can donate free toys or offer other assistance. Not sure what gifts to donate? Our Gift Guide has recommendations for kids of all ages at all price points for toys and gifts that kids adore.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade celebrates its 99th anniversary this November, taking over the streets of Manhattan on Thursday, November 27, 2025, exhilarating the city with its boisterous marching bands, extravagant floats, and giant balloon characters.

If you're planning to attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with kids (and millions of others!), read on for the most up-to-date information on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route, best viewing locations, and other highlights. Looking for where to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025 on TV instead? Read on for that, too. You'll find more holiday inspiration in our Thanksgiving Fun Guide for NYC Families.

Enthusiastic paradegoers know the family fun actually begins the day before as the trademark giant balloons receive their annual helium injections—in fact, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon inflation is even included in our list of 100 things to do with your kids in NYC before they grow up. Check out our in-depth Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade inflation post for an overview of the Wednesday night festivities.

Polar Express trains and trolleys are ready for Christmas magic in 2025!

North Texas loves the holiday season. We might not have snow, but we've got a lot of cheer. And since everything is bigger in Texas, our festivals and soirees are as spectacular as Mariah Carey's vocal range. Whether you're excited for your go-to spot or ready to try something new, we've rounded up the most festive hotels and Christmas towns near Dallas-Fort Worth that go all out with everything from ice skating rinks to holiday parades, visits with live reindeer, and much more. 

Hear those sleigh bells ringing?! That means Christmas events near Atlanta are coming! Christmas towns and festive hotels near Atlanta are happy to welcome Santa, hard-working elves, and of course, your family! We've rounded up wonderful winter places near Atlanta to take kids and enjoy incredible decorations, seasonal activities, and a general feeling of holiday magic. Check out these over-the-top holiday destinations within driving distance of Atlanta, especially perfect for overnight, holiday-themed getaways.