Shop, visit Santa, and get into the holiday spirit with a trip to one of these idyllic Christmas towns.  

They say there’s no place like home for the holidays, but we think a special trip to visit a Christmas town can make the holidays even more magical and memorable! Several towns in Pennsylvania take Christmas celebrations to the next level, with over-the-top decorations, dazzling displays of sparking bright lights, and plenty of holiday cheer. We’ve rounded up the most exciting and enchanting Christmas towns near Philadelphia (plus some Christmas hotels if you’d like to turn your day trip into a holiday getaway), as well as seasonal Christmas Villages and Christmas Markets near home. So bundle up, grab some cocoa, put on some holiday tunes, and start making memories that will last forever!

Looking for more Holiday fun? Check out our Holiday Guide for more festive fun.

Planning a family vacation to Mexico but don't want the hustle and bustle of Cancun? Isla Mujeres just might be the hidden gem you are looking for. With turquoise waters, rainbow-colored murals, and golf carts buzzing around sandy streets, this small island is super laid-back. At less than five miles long, it is safe and easy to get around. And, there are plenty of things to do in Isla Mujeres with kids of all ages.

We've come up with a 3-day Isla Mujeres itinerary to help you make the most of a short trip and really soak up the island vibes. This carefully planned guide includes the best kid-friendly hotels in Isla Mujeres, great restaurants for families, and fun activities to keep everyone happy.

Want even more fun places to visit in Mexico? Check out our Mexico Family Travel Guide which includes everything from the best things to do in Puerto Vallarta with kids to hotel and resort reviews.

It’s easy to create custom printed or embroidered t-shirts, gear, and other great gift ideas with no minimums and fast free shipping from Vivid Customs.

Now that anyone can (and does) order just about anything they want off the internet, coming up with a truly meaningful gift has gotten harder and harder. But there’s one hack that’ll keep your presents thoughtful and original: Create a personalized gift—and it’s easier and more affordable than you might think.

Based in Houston but serving families across the country, Vivid Customs specializes in custom embroidery and personalized screen printing on shirts, hats, hoodies–you name it! And with no order minimums, an easy-to-use website, plus fast free shipping or in-shop pickup, you can create fun and memorable gifts and gear for just about any occasion.

I gave Vivid Customs a try and, not only did my 6-year-old’s drawing of an axolotl look amazing embroidered on one of their comfy cotton t-shirts, but the design process was simple and customer support made sure the design came out picture perfect.

Read on for some of our favorite custom printed gear and gift ideas for kids, families, teachers, or whoever you need to impress this year, plus answers to some of the most asked questions about Vivid Customs.

November means Thanksgiving! But that’s just one day, there are 30 more days to fill with fall activities, indoor play, turkey-basting November fun.

In addition to Thanksgiving, you can also celebrate Pumpkin Destruction Day, Love Your Freckles Day,  Evolution Day, Pickles Day, and more – all this month. Oh, and don’t worry, we’ve also rounded up all the Thanksgiving fun with days set aside for Thanksgiving movies, fall leaf crafts, and kid-friendly pumpkin recipes.

Check this list, and you’ll find the perfect thing to do with your kids each and every day. For more ideas for Thanksgiving activities, check out our Thanksgiving Activities Guide for Families.

The New Victory celebrates its 30th birthday with a dazzling lineup that brings the magic of live theater to kids of all ages.

Believe it or not, the New Victory Theater turns 30 this season—and it’s celebrating this major milestone with a particularly magical lineup of shows for families with children of all ages!

If you’ve visited the New Victory Theater before, you know it’s one of New York City’s most dependable destinations for quality family entertainment, serving up the very best shows from around the world at affordable prices. Its 30th birthday season promises another round of can’t-miss productions, including Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE, a dance piece from Tony Award-nominee Camille A. Brown, renowned magician Mario Marchese, a cheeky take on Snow White, breakdance by ILL-Abilities, and not only one but two cirque shows (a New Victory favorite of ours!).

The beauty of the New Victory Theater is that there truly is something for everyone. So get out your calendar and read the full 2025-26 schedule–organized by age–to help your family pick the perfect shows this season.

The best neighborhoods for trick-or-treating, and some great trick-or-treating events, too!

Explore our guide to the top neighborhoods in CT for trick-or-treating in 2025!