Serve Up Some Fun Playing Pickleball, Tennis, and Pingpong in NYC

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When it's too hot to skate, CityPickle's transforms Wollman Rink into a pickleball paradise. Photo by Jody Mercier

While tennis has always been a popular sport in NYC, pickleball has been gaining in popularity. Many people are discovering that pickleball is a family-friendly activity and relatively easy to "pick up." If you're ready to dive into the action, check out the best places to play pickleball in NYC this season, plus some top picks for playing indoor tennis and other paddle sports with kids in NYC. We've even got an entire list of the best tennis classes in NYC for kids to give you even more options to hit the courts with kids.

35 Best Fall Day Trips to Take from Long Island with Kids in 2025

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Enjoy the beauty of the season with a fall foliage walk on one of Long Island's beautiful trails. Photo courtesy of Discover Long Island

Fall day trips from Long Island mean fewer crowds, more comfortable temperatures, and lots of seasonal fun for families to enjoy.

From scenic getaways to see brightly-hued foliage to an adventure in the urban jungle, we've rounded up 35 fall day-trip ideas from Long Island that kids will love. Some are close by, while others require a few hours in the car or a ride on the Long Island Rail Road. Some even require a ferry ride. But no matter where you go or how you get there, you're sure to create some lasting memories from these fall day trips.

For even more seasonal excitement, check out our Fall Fun Guide and Day Trips Guide for Long Island families.

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Festivals for Dallas-Fort Worth Families

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Family having fun at the Red River Rivalry during the State Fair of Texas. Photo credit: State Fair of Texas

Looking for fall festivals in Dallas or the rest of the metroplex? We've got the ultimate guide to fall events for families in DFW, from the Texas State Fair to pumpkin festivals in Dallas like Autumn at the Arboretum. 

Fall in North Texas doesn't always bring cooler temperatures, but it does bring fun! Fall festivals in Dallas, Fort Worth, and the rest of the metroplex range from pumpkin festivals at the Arboretum in East Dallas to the all-mighty State Fair of Texas, and Oktoberfests just about everywhere. We've found the very best fall events for families so you can plan your weekends ahead of time (and around the Cowboys schedule), so take a look and pick a few you know the kids will love. 

Looking for more fall fun? Check out this fall leaf craft for preschoolers, Halloween movies the kids will love, and Thanksgiving crafts and games for families. 

 

Best Fall Hikes Near DC to See Fall Foliage

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Enjoy the protected wetland habitat at Huntley Meadows Park. Photo by Monica M.

With the leaves bursting into beautiful reds, oranges, yellows, and golds, fall is one of the most beautiful times to live in and visit the DC area. And one great way to view fall foliage is to pull on your hiking shoes and hit the trails. To help you do just that, we've created a list of fall hikes near Washington, DC that offer some of the best views of fall foliage in the DC area.

All of these fall hikes in DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland are free unless otherwise noted, and many of them are paved and stroller-friendly so  you can bring your little ones along. 

For more quintessential autumn experiences, from our ultimate guide to fall festivals to our list of great places to go apple picking near DC, check out our DC Fall Day Trips Guide 

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