Everything you need to know about exploring this world-class museum with kids. 

Getting the first haircut is a big milestone moment. Will you excitedly cut off those baby locks as soon as possible in favor of a more refined 'do? Mark it with the first birthday? Or even wait until they are old enough to tell you that they demand a haircut. Whatever your choice of timing, when you are finally ready to make the appointment, you want to make the experience a positive one. You might want to start with asking if your stylist does child haircuts, especially if you have a good relationship. But if that's not in the cards, there are plenty of choices in Philadelphia.

Let's be honest, teens can be tricky, too. A lot of these salons are also perfect for your growing kiddos.

Looking for more fun things to do with your littlest one? Check out our Baby Activity Guide for all the age-appropriate fun for your babe. We've also got tons of great fun for those tweens and teens, too!

Indoor playgrounds and play spaces in Los Angeles let kids climb, and their imaginations fly. Colorful rooms full of slides, play structures, ball pits, and engaging activities hold a special kind of magic for kids. Adults can appreciate indoor playgrounds too—places where the Wi-Fi works, coffee is (usually) available, kids remain contained, and someone else cleans. 

Rainy days, birthdays, hot days, cold days—no matter why you need indoor playgrounds in Los Angeles, these are the best of the best. For more indoor fun, discover free things to do indoors in LA, research these indoor birthday kids' birthday party places in Los Angeles, and check out our Indoor Fun and Play Spaces Guide for Los Angeles Kids. 

Northern Jersey is teeming with awesome indoor playgrounds and play spaces, so local kids can always enjoy a day of play no matter the weather. From toddler play dates to teen outings, we've compiled a list of the best indoor playgrounds in Northern New Jersey where kids can drop in for play—no membership needed!

Read on for 40 indoor play spaces in the region, and find more places to play in our Indoor Fun Guide. 

With winter's chill here, an indoor play space in NYC may be just the thing to get out some winter wiggles. To that end, we present this list of the 21 best indoor playgrounds in New York City. So, when it gets too cold to explore one of New York City's top playgrounds, consider taking your fun inside. A word to the wise: Many of these indoor play spaces in NYC require reservations for playtime, so plan your fun in advance.

We've got plenty more ideas to entertain kids in our Guide to Indoor Activities, plus fun seasonal happenings in our Winter Fun Guide.

Wands at the ready, Harry Potter fans! If you’re looking for a way to experience the magic of Harry Potter but can’t make it across the pond to the boy wizard’s home in England, you’re in luck: We’ve rounded up some of the best places stateside where you and your budding Potterheads can live out your wizarding dreams.

Mount your broom, grab some floo powder, or head for the nearest portkey—whatever your preferred means of magical transport—to take you on an enchanted adventure to the wizarding world of Harry Potter. From theme parks and exhibitions to wand shops and Harry Potter themed vacation homes, here are 43 places in the US where you can make your wizarding fantasies come true.

If you are up for an international trip, check out our review of the Harry Potter studio tour near London. Then visit our Family Travel Guide for more great family vacation ideas.

Escape rooms provide the perfect opportunities for families or friends to work as a team and solve mind-bending challenges. Atlanta escape rooms provide elaborate settings for a fully immersive experience, lasting about 60 minutes. Escape rooms bolster social skills as participants must communicate to solve complex problems and puzzles, as well as skills centered on observation, logic, memory, and time management. And nothing beats the confidence boost of escaping with time to spare!

Build some great memories with a trip to LEGO Discovery Center Boston!