Rent-out-the-whole-museum and hire-a-marching-band kid birthday parties have their fans, but when it comes to a memorable day, we think it's nice to find a few birthday freebies. Of course, there are plenty of at-home, DIY ways to celebrate your child's birthday for FREE, from leaving cute notes on the mirror to playing hooky. But it's also the one time each year you can take advantage of all those corporate birthday clubs that promise to make your kid's big day even more special with fun birthday freebies like complimentary gifts, food, and other deals.

We've rounded up a mix of local spots, with a lot of national chain restaurants and popular kids' stores thrown in, which all offer FREE birthday goodies. Some are specific to kids, though adults can snag a few birthday freebies, too. Most require an email list or loyalty card sign up.

Find more fun for your little one's big day (maybe even a marching band) in our NYC Kids' Guide to Birthday Parties.

A treasure trove of free things to do in San Francisco with kids awaits. From walking across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to admiring the beloved sea lions at Fisherman's Wharf, it's easy to experience a diverse range of free things to do in San Francisco and the Bay Area. 

Explore the historic charm of Chinatown, take in breathtaking views at Lands End, introduce kids to culture at the Randall Museum, and explore all the free things to do in San Francisco at the Presidio. San Francisco's cultural richness and mild all-year climate ensures kids have memorable, endless options of free things to do in San Francisco. 

For more free things to do in San Francisco, discover free museum days for kids in San Francisco, check out everything you need to know about visiting Golden Gate Park with kids, and browse our Free Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids Guide. 

If you've been to a Mommy Poppins event, you know they are always full of fun, but our upcoming CAMPTOPIA summer camp fair may be one of the best yet.

We've convinced top area day and sleepaway camps to bring their activities to CAMPTOPIA so you can try them out and see how much fun summer camp might be. There will be arts and crafts, robotics, filmmaking, s'mores, slime, a photo booth, gymnastics, an obstacle course, ping pong, dance, glass demos, a bounce house, magic shows, face painting, and more!

Plus, our sponsor b.box is giving the first 100 families a free b.box snack box. Find all the details and how to sign up below. 

When the temperatures outside keep active children inside, it's important to have a list of the best indoor activities for kids in Philadelphia. To that end, we've compiled the best indoor playgrounds near Philadelphia and spots with indoor play spaces near Philly for kids to let off steam. From the most energetic trampoline parks to the calming nooks of Montessori-style hang-outs, Philly's got something for your family.

Need more ideas for great times indoors? Be sure and check out Free Indoor Play Spaces for Philly Kids and our Indoor Play Spaces & Fun Zones Guide.

Whether it's the family-friendly wineries and giant redwoods of the San Francisco Bay Area, the beautiful beaches and famous theme parks of Los Angeles and Orange County, the desert vibes of Palm Springs, or the iconic zoo and beauty of San Diego, California is full of awesome getaways for families. Luckily, there are also tons of kid-friendly family resorts to stay in while you explore everything the Golden State has to offer.

Here are 22 of the best family resorts in California, including top picks in LA and the OC, San Diego and its surrounding areas, Palm Springs, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Check out our Family-Friendly Resorts & Hotels Guide for even more great places to stay, no matter where your next family vacation takes you.

Find the top kid-friendly activities in Boston to fill February break with fun! 

For many families, February's midwinter break is a great time to slow down and create some special memories. The NYC public school winter break runs from Monday, February 19-Friday, February 23, 2024. Sandwiched between two weekends, that means you've got nine days to fill with kid-friendly fun! To help you make the most of the February midwinter break in NYC, we've rounded up 26 things to do with kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

Lucky for us, NYC museums, outdoor ice skating rinks, and playgrounds make fun any day destinations. The extra days off are also a perfect opportunity to book a getaway, and we've got picks for budget-minded escapes, family-friendly Catskills resorts, and the best things to do in the Adirondack Mountains if you're looking to get out of town.