Looking for the best indoor party places on Long Island? Check out our picks spanning Suffolk and Nassau counties. 

As the mom of a November baby, finding a great birthday party spot can be tricky because of the temps and forecast. We've found, though, that choosing indoor party places means you never have to worry about the weather ruining the special day. 

Read on below for our list of the top Long Island indoor party spots for kids of all ages–from babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to grade schoolers and even hard-to-please tweens and teens. 

For more birthday party ideas, check out our Birthday Party Guide for Long Island Kids and our list of Long Island's Top Birthday Party Places.

New Jersey laser tag and paintball venues both feature running, hiding, and shooting at your opponents. Kids will race through rough outdoor terrain to avoid the harsh splat of incoming paint pellets, or dart from cover to cover in a darkened arena trying to dodge laser beams.

Teens, tweens, and older kids will feel the rush of competition as their teams try to stay alive in the game. Both are great for older kids' birthday parties or family outings.

Most paintball venues allow players age 10 and up, while laser tag is appropriate for children as young as 5 or 6. Check websites for age limits, drop-in hours, party packages, equipment rentals, and reservations. 

Check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for New Jersey Kids for more great indoor play spots. 

Little daredevils don't have to go far to experience extreme sports. We've rounded up 11 destinations for extreme sports in Westchester and the Hudson Valley where families can experience a thrilling adventure ranging from skydiving to ropes courses, go-kart racing, ax-throwing, and more.

Read on for our top picks for extreme sports destinations for kids nearby, and find more fun things to do in our Guide to Sports Centers, Gyms, and Fun Zones.

Visiting Chinatown with kids in San Francisco is an immersive and culturally enriching experience. As you stroll through the vibrant streets, children can marvel at the intricate architecture, ornate temples, and colorful murals depicting Chinese folklore. Chinatown offers a captivating blend of history, cuisine, and culture that children and adults will enjoy discovering together. 

A perfect excursion for families, little ones will love the liveliness of North America’s first and biggest Chinatown. Admire the beautiful red lanterns floating overhead along Grant Avenue. Kids will delight in the colorful storefronts full of trinkets and unique treasures. Sample delicious dim sum, exotic fruits, and other culinary delicacies. 

For more iconic activities in San Francisco, check out everything you need to know about visiting Golden Gate Park with kids, read our guide on riding San Francisco cable cars with kids, and enjoy tons of budget-friendly activities with our Free Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids Guide. 

If you're in need of a little lighthearted fun, these funny jokes for kids will have the whole family giggling away. Some of them are corny (dad jokes, anyone?), some are clever, and others might make you think for a second. But they'll all get you closer to hearing your kids let out that deep belly laugh that brings you—and them—so much joy.

From animal and food jokes to school and sports jokes, here are 75 of our favorite jokes for kids. Bonus: Most of these are simple jokes that kids can memorize and retell on their own.

Looking for more laughs? We've got riddles, tongue twisters, knock knock jokes, and more silliness in our Ultimate Collection of Riddles, Knock-Knocks, and More Jokes for Kids​.

Visiting one of our favorite escape rooms in Houston is great way for your family to brush up on your detective skills and bring out your inner Sherlock Holmes! In this thrilling indoor activity, guests are "locked in" a themed room full of clues and codes and have one hour to solve the room's mystery and find a way out. Or else. 

With varying levels of difficulty, this activity is typically geared towards families with kids that are at least 10 years old; however, a few options have rooms or modes specifically for younger children, while others are for teens and adults only. Does your family have what it takes to make a great escape? 

If you're looking for inside activities that cater to a younger bunch, check out our Indoor Fun Guide for Houston Kids. Our Outdoor Activities Guide offers up the best ways to get some fresh air in the Bayou City with options the whole family can enjoy, from exploring nearby state parks to the best playgrounds for toddlers.

If you're interested in winter sports in New Jersey beyond the realm of skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, check out these family-friendly winter alternatives, which get you out of the house and into the great outdoors for out-of-the-ordinary fun in New Jersey's beautiful parks and reservations.

Find more fun seasonal recreation in our New Jersey Kids' Guide to Winter Fun.

Looking for printable Valentine’s Day coloring pages, word searches, and ideas for easy Valentine's Day cards kids can make? 

Valentine's Day is all about sharing the love! It's a perfect time for crafting and creating, when you have perhaps dozens of Valentine's Day cards to make for family members and the whole class. We've rounded up loads of free Valentine's Day coloring pages and free printable Valentine's Day word searches, which can double as cards.

For bigger gestures, we've also got 5 easy Valentine's Day card ideas kids can make for everyone they know—all of which are made with things you can pick up at the last minute at any local craft store or even big box store, or even pharmacy.

For more sweet crafts and treats, check out our Valentine's Day Guide to Crafts, Activities, and Snacks for Kids. You'll find more paper craft fun in our roundup of our favorite 1000 Coloring Pages and Printable Activity Sheets for Kids.