Outdoor fun doesn't have to end once the sun sets. Catch a movie on the sand in Long Beach, or at Nickerson Beach. Or join in a Frozen sing-a-long in Massapequa.

If you're on the East End, families can enjoy a puppet show at Goat on a Boat Puppet Theatre or a sunset family nature hike in Amagansett.

If you're craving some theater, head to the Long Island Children's Museum for Peter Pan, or Smithtown for Cinderella's Glass Slipper or Oakdale for Cinderella Kids.

Remember, you can find even more options in our jam-packed Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide. To receive our posts in your inbox, subscribe to our free newsletters.

This weekend Westchester and Hudson Valley are bursting with family-friendly live music, festivals and performances. The Walk to the Beat Summer Festival features 20 hours of continuous performances; the National Ballet of China’s tour comes to Purchase; The Upright Citizens Brigade will have Yonkers in stitches; and a Jazz Festival comes to Katonah.

But that’s not all! Read on for more details as well as additional options—plus our Event Calendar includes numerous other events you’ll want to review before choosing what to do.

Every June, we pack the kids into the car and head to the Cape, where we hop on the ferry over to Nantucket.  It's a family tradition we hope to keep up for many years to come. Although it is further than Martha's Vineyard, we choose Nantucket because of the wealth of things to do on the island with young children.  Here are some of our favorite spots (including a few secret gems), plus insider tips for getting the most out of your visit.  See you "on island!"

Kids and yoga are a perfect match. Yoga can help them learn physical and mental balance, teach them self-control and awareness, and get them moving—all while having fun doing it. From Center City to Chester County, children of all ages can get excited about the yoga classes available just for them. Check out some of the area’s most popular choices, as well as a few that are off the beaten path. Plus, don’t forget to keep up with our Classes Directory for new locations that might pop up.

It's another summer weekend full of fantastic and mostly FREE family fun. Three of our top event picks of the month take place on Saturday or Sunday: the jazz-themed SummerStage Queens Family Day in Long Island City, Come Out & Play Family Day on Governors Island and City of Water Day, which has events throughout the five boroughs.

If you need to chill out, literally, with indoor air-conditioning, the Museum of the Moving Image is hosting a special 30th-anniversary screening of Sesame Street Presents: Follow that Bird, and two of NYC's oldest houses are hosting family days.

These are just a few of the great things going on this weekend. All of our best bets are below. You can find additional options in our Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide, which highlights the best pools, water playgrounds and beaches in NYC.

While you can certainly take your family on a do-it-yourself tour of the Freedom Trail—or any of the historically or culturally significant sights in the area—sometimes it's nice to let an expert do the talking. Since Boston is such a great walking city, there are some excellent choices for tours that keep curious minds happy. As a big fan of lifelong learning, I'm happy to report that even though I'm a proud Bostonian, each of these tours taught me something I didn't know. Best of all, they kept my kids entertained and eager to learn more.

When the sun is shining and you want to inject some culture into your family's itinerary, head to one of these outdoor museums on Long Island. From hiking and exploring to hands on water fun and scientific mini golf, these places have it all. And for more seasonal activities, check out our Summer Fun Guide.

In every corner of our state, there’s something exciting to do this July weekend! So get out there with family and friends to soak up the summer sun and make great memories. Big festivals abound this time of year, so if you’re in the mood for delicious eats and lots of activity, check out Lucy the Elephant’s Birthday on the Boardwalk, the Asbury Park Blues & Brews Festival or the Burlington County Farm Fair. The fun continues with the return of the Fairy Festival at the Watershed Reserve, the Jersey Shore Comic Book Show and the City of Water Day in Hoboken.  

Whatever you decide to do this weekend, we hope you enjoy it with family and friends. For even more activity options, check out our Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide.