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Looking for New Jersey restaurants where kids eat free? Read on for our list of eateries with freebie kids' meals throughout NJ.
Who says there’s no such thing as a free meal? Restaurants up and down New Jersey offer free kids' meal promotions nearly every night of the week.
Check out some of these New Jersey restaurants where kids eat free.
Submitted by Elizabeth R on
Our ultimate bucket list of 100 free fun things in Houston to do with kids will guide you to all the local places, activities, and events that cost absolutely nothing. After all, while we love our kids to the moon and back, they sure can be expensive!
For extra savings, make sure to check out our list of Free Places to Play and Explore Indoors and Free Admission Days at Top Houston Museums.
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There are many indoor free things to do in Los Angeles for those rare times when it's raining in Southern California. While we're all used to the nonstop sunshine, sometimes you have to head indoors to a free museum, play space, or library to entertain the kids while saving budgets for sunnier days.
For more free things to do in LA, peruse our list of 100 fun free things to do in Los Angeles with Kids. Once you've checked off all the free things to do indoors in Los Angeles and want to explore more things to do with a roof over your head, check out the best indoor playgrounds in Los Angeles, and discover more indoor amusement in our Indoor Fun and Play Spaces Guide for Los Angeles Kids.
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It's easy to embrace winter at these family-friendly ski areas near NYC. We've rounded up 10 local ski areas sure to entertain any family, whether you're bringing along beginners, looking for an all-inclusive weekend away, or want entertaining perks beyond the slopes.
A winter sport like skiing is a great way to get outdoors as a family. Read on to find out which of these family-friendly ski areas near NYC matches your skill level and interest.
Want more family-friendly ski areas or picks for other snow sports? Check out our Guide to Skiing and Snow Sports, which offers more options in the tri-state area, New England, and even California. We've also got picks for the best snowboarding parks and snow tubing spots near NYC.
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Finding a family-friendly Times Square restaurant that doesn't belong in a mall might be more difficult than navigating the costumed-character-crammed sidewalks of the area with a stroller. The Applebee's and Olive Garden might leave you feeling as if you're in the 'burbs, not the crossroads of the world.
But just as there are things to do with kids in Times Square beyond the tourist attractions, there are also a variety of off-the-beaten-track, family-friendly eateries that serve tasty cuisine reflecting our melting pot of a city.
So, whether you're heading to a kid-friendly Broadway show, or exploring some other enclave in the neighborhood, here are our top picks for family-friendly restaurants in Times Square.
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You don’t need to be a budding astronaut to enjoy a day out at NASA Space Center Houston. Kids love the tram rides and interactive exhibits that provide visitors with a glimpse into the history, present, and future of space exploration. With over a million visitors a year, NASA Houston includes the control room of the first Moon landing and exciting developments around upcoming missions to the Moon and Mars.
NASA Houston is huge, with frequent updates, and with so much to see it can be a bit overwhelming. However, we are regular visitors, and our guide will help you make the most of your visit so the whole family has a great time.
Read lots more about Houston-area cultural institutions in our Guide to Children's Museums and Exhibits in Houston.
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Awesome ski resorts in and near New Jersey might just give your kids a lifelong love of winter sports–and the ones listed below will maximize your family's time on the mountain while minimizing time in the car.
If you're looking for winter fun that's a bit less strenuous, snow tubing might be just the thing, and for even more outdoor options, check out our Ski & Snow Guide for New Jersey Families.
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Queens families have plenty of choices for indoor playgrounds on days when you need to get out of the apartment and it's too cold, rainy, or hot for a traditional playground. From the formerly industrial waterfront in Long Island City to locations deep in the borough, there are many family-friendly indoor play spaces in Queens.
These indoor play spaces are perfect for kids to jump, play, run, and get physical. Another great perk—most are much more affordable than Manhattan's top indoor playgrounds. Read on for our top indoor play spaces in Queens and find plenty more places to play citywide in our Guide to Indoor Play.
