Activate Atlanta is an exciting, live-action gaming activity for families with children ages 10 and older. While kids will love the state-of-the-art gaming elements and light effects, parents will appreciate that this is an active gaming experience, utilizing teamwork with physical movement that includes running, jumping, climbing, crawling, and throwing. My kids were so excited to visit Activate — after only five minutes, my 13-year-old asked, "Can I have my birthday party here?!" 

Thinking of visiting Great Country Farms with kids? We highly recommend it!

DC-area families looking to spend a fun-filled day on the farm have no shortage of nearby options. There are so many fun farms in Maryland and Northern Virginia that offer family entertainment like giant slides, corn mazes, petting zoos, and so much more.

But my family particularly loves Great Country Farms in Bluemont, Virginia. Located about 75 minutes from DC by car, this family-owned farm is open year-round and offers a 12-acre play area; opportunities to pick pumpkins, apples, and other produce; seasonal festivals; and so much more.

Read on to learn all about why we love Great Country Farms. Then visit our Pick-Your-Own Guide to Farms in DC to find more fun farms to visit.

To get in the Halloween mood, nothing beats checking out the skeletons our neighbors have dragged out of the closets at these amazing (and free) haunted houses and incredible Halloween yard displays. One of the perks of living in the film capital of the world is that the people who make movies bring that same love of spectacle entertainment to their front yards. Some homes go all out with spooky, creepy, and cool Halloween decorations, while others create private haunted houses that rival the spectacles at big theme parks. 

Immerse yourself in the spooky season by visiting one of these free house haunts or wandering through a street full of movie-ready Halloween decorations. For more Halloween fun, from the best Halloween events in Los Angeles to trick-or-treating in Los Angeles, check our Los Angeles Halloween Events and Activities Guide. 

The fall is an ideal time to visit these kid-friendly farms in the Philadelphia area. Visits with the animals are a must, corn mazes are always a big fall hit, and who doesn't love a sweet treat from the farm market to end the day? All of that and much more awaits families at these 10 farms with music, rides, face painting, and more! 

Looking for more fall fun? Check out our Fall Activity Guide!

SeaWorld Orlando’s Spooktacular is a family-friendly, daytime event that offers a safe and exciting way to celebrate Halloween. With candy stations, themed entertainment, and plenty of festive costumes, it’s a fantastic way to get into the Halloween spirit without the fear factor. Whether your kids love dancing with characters or exploring the park in costumes, there's something magical for everyone. If you're planning to take your kids to SeaWorld Spooktacular, here’s what you need to know!

The fast-growing city of Bozeman in southwestern Montana is truly a nature lover's paradise. Surrounded on all sides by mountains, Bozeman is not only beautiful, it offers an abundance of family-friendly sporty activities, as well as museums that highlight its affection for the wild. (Got a dinosaur lover? Bozeman boasts one of the largest fossil collections in the world.)

Many visitors fly in to Bozeman on their way to Yellowstone National Park, but to rush through this Big Sky city would be a mistake. As my family learned during a weeklong trip, there are so many cool things to do here year-round.

Here are 25 of our favorite things to do in Bozeman, Montana, including great restaurants and places to stay while visiting. Also check out our Midwest Family Travel Guide for more vacation ideas.

With September behind us, we're focused on finding the best fall activities in NYC for families because it's official: The seasons are shifting. So, instead of lamenting the summer that was, we're looking forward to all the fall activities that await.

With that in mind, here's our season-long look at the best things to do this fall in NYC. After all, we've got assorted school holidays, plus a few long weekends to fill before the weather really changes. Without further ado, here is our fall bucket list, chock full of 35 things to do in NYC with kids.

Now that we've got you dreaming of fall, find our top picks for family-friendly fall day trips and more seasonal fun in our Guide to Fall Fun in NYC.

Fun things to do indoors with kids on rainy days are crucial when it's pouring, cold, or even just drizzling outside. We've rounded up 25 rainy-day activities and adventures across Long Island that can keep kids occupied for hours. Our list includes Long Island’s best indoor play spaces, sports centers and fun zones, museum exhibits, and the newest area attractions to visit. 

For even more things to do indoors with kids, check out our Indoor Fun Guide for Long Island Kids and our constantly updated Event Calendar.