Dining out in Atlanta is truly "dining out" at these fabulous restaurants with outdoor seating! Eating al fresco with the fam has so many fun benefits besides tasty food—enjoy nature, allow kids to get their wiggles out, play games (like cornhole and Jenga), and jam out to live music if available.

Patios at restaurants with outdoor seating are awesome family dining options almost the whole of the year (winter might be a tough season to sell to the kids). Depending on which restaurant with outdoor seating your family selects, there may be some entertaining people-watching options or musical acts to catch. If your family loves a good restaurant patio, check out this great group of Atlanta restaurants with outdoor seating.

These days, more and more families are embracing plant-based diets. That trend is evident in the multitude of DC vegan restaurants that have been popping up in the District, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. From Ethiopian to classic soul food to delectable treats, DC restaurants offer lots of tasty options for vegan and vegetarian food that kids would be happy to chow down on.

Here are 10 family-friendly DC vegan restaurants that prove vegan food can be not only healthy, but delicious as well. Whether your family is full-on vegan or you just want to incorporate more meatless foods into your diets, visit these spots to chow down on a delicious plant-based meal.

For more restaurant recommendations, check out our guide to kid-friendly DC restaurants.

There ain’t no party like a preschool party! Once your child reaches toddlerhood, they may have a more swinging social life than you do. Yes, your weekends might be filled with parties, but thankfully there are some pretty entertaining birthday party places in Connecticut for preschoolers. From ball pits to painting, and sundaes to splash pads, this list has all of our favorite spots for toddler birthday party places in CT that bring out the party animal in every guest.  

Whether you're looking for the best Indoor Birthday Party Spaces in Connecticut for Kids or want the scoop on the best Birthday Freebies for Connecticut Kids, browse our Connecticut Kids' Birthday Party Guide.

When the weather turns warm and sunny, it's time to get your little ones to the best tot lots and toddler playgrounds in Boston. Toddlers can't wait to get out and explore, and last fall's newborns are just about ready for a bucket swing! But not all playgrounds cater to the sub-preschool set. Luckily, there are several in and around Boston that do have sandboxes, swings, and smaller play structures built with the littlest kids in mind. Here are some of our favorite local "tot lots" with special features that are perfect for older babies and toddlers.

Explore our Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Boston to find the right spot for kids of any age. Our list of 12 Awesome Boston Area Playgrounds Worthy of Getting in the Car is full of ideas for family excursions. And if the weather isn't helping play time, check out our guide to the Best Free Indoor Play Spaces.

It seems like nearly every kid goes through a skateboarding phase, even if they don't see it through to Tony Hawk levels of expertise. Kicking, pushing, and gliding down the block is cool, but heading out to one of these local skate parks in Connecticut to practice tricks and catch some air is even better. Skateboarding may well be the most fun on four wheels that kids can have until they drive, so here are several well-kept skate parks in Connecticut for daredevil kiddos to explore. 

Looking for more outdoor spaces to have a blast? Don't miss our Outdoor Adventures Guide and our Guide to Playgrounds and Parks in Connecticut.

Mini golf is the perfect springtime activity, and there are plenty of family-friendly mini golf courses near DC. But spring in the DC area can mean rainy days and unpredictable temps. Still, that doesn't have to ruin your putt-putt plans. Here are four places to play indoor mini golf near DC with kids. These indoor mini golf courses in the District, Maryland, and Northern Virginia will give your family a unique, interactive, and often glow-in-the-dark activity to enjoy when the weather is not so nice.

For more indoor family fun on rainy or colder days this spring and all year long, check out our Guide to Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces for Kids in DC.

Most people are aware of the world-class Philadelphia museums scattered along the Ben Franklin Parkway, but some of the most rewarding places to visit with kids are those lesser-known gems tucked away into the corners of the city that focus on specific artistic genres. One of those gems is the Neon Museum of Philadelphia, where families can investigate the colorful history of local businesses, and appreciate the unique creativity of neon signage.

Located in Kensington's NextFab building, the Neon Museum opened in 2021, inhabiting a large white-walled space right next to jewelry and textile studios, metalworkers, woodworkers, and a bicycle shop. There's nothing else like it in the city, making it a favorite entry on our list of 10 Unique and Unusual Museums in Philadelphia for Teens and Tweens. Read on for everything to see and do at the Neon Museum of Philadelphia, and find more ways to dive into Philly's art and science scenes in our Guide to Philly Museums for Kids.

They roar, brandish their teeth, and swing their tails and claws at you, but these prehistoric giants can't hurt anyone. They’re all part of the Dinosaur Safari at the Bronx Zoo, which opened on Monday, April 11, just in time to land on our list of the top things to do during spring break.

If you visited the last Dinosaur Safari at the Bronx Zoo, take note: The wagon ride has been replaced with a walk-through experience, following a trail through a prehistoric-themed display featuring 52 life-size, animatronic dinosaurs. Read on for all the details on this fun revamped attraction for kids at the Bronx Zoo, including how to get tickets and must-know tips for families.