We've rounded up more than two dozen fun things to do with Westchester and Hudson Valley kids during February winter break, so there's no need to worry about keeping the kids busy during a midwinter staycation. 

These picks for Presidents Day week include in-person events, outdoor activities, and fun anytime excursions. We've also got an entire post dedicated to February's top to-dos, and our Family Activity Calendar is constantly updated.

Winter break, February vacation, President's Week, or mid-winter break — no matter what you call it, your Long Island kids will be home from school for a whole week, and you need fun ideas to keep them busy.

We’ve got you covered with a list of 25 family-friendly, interactive, and exciting events happening across Long Island during February break, which runs from Monday, February 17 to Friday, February 21, 2025, this year. From one-day and week-long camps to outdoor ice skating and memorable museum visits, our roundup of activities will get the kids out of the house and into the action. 

For even more ideas, check out our awesome Winter Fun Guide and list of 24 fun things to do with Long Island kids this winter. 

Looking for things to do during winter break in New Jersey? Read on for more than two dozen terrific options. 

Sandwiched between the bustling holiday break and the itching-for-warm-weather spring break is New Jersey's midwinter February Break. This year, Presidents Day is on Monday, February 17, 2025, and many NJ schoolchildren have a 3 or 4-day weekend, making it the perfect time for a family outing or family-friendly winter day trip.

Read on for our picks for the best February break activities for NJ kids, and bookmark our Family Activity Calendar for even more ideas.

For many families, February's midwinter break is a great time to slow down and create some special memories. The NYC public school winter break runs from Monday, February 17 through Friday, February 21, 2025. Sandwiched between two weekends, that means you've got nine days to fill with kid-friendly fun! To help you make the most of the February midwinter break in NYC, we've rounded up 33 things to do with kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

Lucky for us, NYC museums, outdoor ice skating rinks, and playgrounds make fun any day destinations. The extra days off are also a perfect opportunity to book a getaway, and we've got picks for budget-minded escapes, family-friendly Catskills resorts, and the best things to do in the Adirondack Mountains if you're looking to get out of town.

A treasure trove of free things to do in San Francisco with kids awaits. From walking across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to admiring the beloved sea lions at Fisherman's Wharf, it's easy to experience a diverse range of free things to do in San Francisco and the Bay Area. 

Explore the historic charm of Chinatown, take in breathtaking views at Lands End, introduce kids to culture at the Randall Museum, and explore all the free things to do in San Francisco at the Presidio. San Francisco's cultural richness and mild all-year climate ensures kids have memorable, endless options of free things to do in San Francisco. 

For more free things to do in San Francisco, discover free museum days for kids in San Francisco, check out everything you need to know about visiting Golden Gate Park with kids, and browse our Free Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids Guide. 

Kids eat free are three little words that make a restaurant dinner feel possible. I'm a mom of four and constantly searching for great food and good deals to feed my hungry little mouths as well as my own. 

This list of restaurants throughout the Los Angeles area offers free meals for kids at least one night a week. The restaurants vary from local joints to national chains, from the valleys to the beaches, from Italian to Mexican, and from seafood to steakhouses—enough to satisfy picky and non-picky eaters.

For more bargains, check out these birthday freebies for kids, discover where to take the kids for free museum days, and uncover more complimentary deals and ways to save with our Guide to Free Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids. 

The cold, blustery days of winter present an ideal time for a family getaway. Whether you enjoy skiing, amusement parks, or seeing historic sites, there are plenty of options for day trips near Philadelphia. Within a few hours' drive, Philadelphians can explore the mountains of Pennsylvania, visit the Catskills, or cross the bridge to New Jersey's many attractions, hitting any number of memorable experiences along the way. For a quick adventure, consider one of these exciting winter day trips from Philly.

Additional ideas for seasonal fun can be found in our Winter Fun Guide for Philadelphia Families, and our Skiing, Snowboarding, & Snow Sports Guide.

Shedd Aquarium in Chicago is one of the Top Attractions in Chicago and one of the 100 Best Things To Do in Chicago with Kids Before They Grow Up. But, it's so vast that the Shedd is more than most little kids can handle in a single day. At the Shedd Aquarium, we think it's best to do the most educational stuff first and play at the end—you'll have time for everything if you arrive close to the 9 a.m. opening time and move at a moderate pace throughout the day. We suggest bringing a snack for a mid-morning break and planning some slow-down time to see the bigger tanks, especially if you have smaller children.