Take aim at family fun with paintball for kids in Boston!

Take aim at family fun with paintball for kids in Boston!

Looking to catch some thrills at an amusement park this summer? You're in luck: there's a lot going on at the DC area's theme parks. Both Kings Dominion in Doswell, VA and Busch Gardens Williamsburg turn 50 this year and have opened new roller coasters. Kings Dominion is also celebrating its anniversary all summer long with a Golden Summerbration featuring new entertainment, food, and merchandise.

Six Flags America in Bowie, MD is marking a different kind of milestone—it's officially closing after this summer. You have until November 2, 2025 to visit one last time with your family.

Check out our Washington, DC Theme Parks and Water Parks Guide for more info on the area's fun amusement parks, including our guide to visiting Busch Gardens Williamsburg with kids. 

Full of lush gardens, farms, parks, and so much more, Chester County has so many options when it comes to finding fun things to do with your children. So if you live in Chester County or are visiting the area and looking for ways to keep the kiddos entertained, read on for our list of 32 fun activities and places that are perfect for families in this Philly suburb. 

For more ideas for quality time family fun, check out our Chester County, PA Guide.

In our family, true creativity comes with corresponding inspiration (otherwise known as the inevitable mess). So why not embrace messy art? There are lots of great Atlanta art spots that not only manage colorful messes, they encourage them! This article is for all the little artists and creative kids in Atlanta who love showing off their creations...on canvas, paper, or even their own clothes. Take a look at our favorite Atlanta attractions that celebrate messy inspiration.

Scott's Pointe in Calverton is the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers, water lovers, and outdoor adventurers. This sprawling East End indoor-outdoor adventure park is fully operational after decades in the making and it was absolutely worth the wait. 

From tiny tots to teens, and yes, even fun-loving grown-ups, there's something for everyone here. So grab your swimsuits, your sense of adventure, and the whole crew—Scott’s Pointe is calling!

Be sure to check out our Guide to Amusement Parks and Water Parks on Long Island for more cool places to make a splash. And get outside and experience other adventures with our Outdoor Activities Guide.

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Inflatable water parks with floating obstacle courses are the latest summertime craze, popping up in lakes and bays in New Jersey. These installations are a mix of obstacle courses and bouncy houses on the water—and they're incredibly fun, especially for older kids.

Find more ways to beat the heat in our Garden State Guide to Beaches and Lakes. And check out our Ultimate New Jersey Kids Summer Vacation Guide for tons of other dog-day activities.