20 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids
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There's more than beach bumming to do in Galveston.
Things To Do in the Delaware Valley with Kids: The Best Hiking, Biking, and Picnic Spots
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With summer just around the corner, there is nothing I look forward to more than those long hours of sunshine, taking the kids outside, walking to our local farmer's market and just enjoying the outdoors without the rain and pollen that have kept us housebound for the past few weeks. Hiking, biking and picnicking are great activities for children of any age and can provide years of fun family memories. Here are some of our favorite spots in the Delaware Valley, otherwise known as the Greater Philadelphia area.
25 Fun Things to Do in Gaithersburg, Maryland with Kids
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Around 20 miles northwest of DC, Gaithersburg is a diverse and vibrant Maryland suburb with a rich history, thriving community, and plenty of kid-friendly activities. Once an agricultural community known as Log Town, the city grew after the arrival of the B&O Railroad in the 1870s, which spurred business expansion and drove summer tourism by DC residents escaping the city’s heat.
Whether you’re looking for parks and playgrounds, museums and arts centers, local fairs and festivals, or kid-friendly restaurants, there’s so much for kids of all ages to explore and enjoy in Gaithersburg.
Read on for 25 fun things to do with kids in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Our Guide to Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for DC Kids includes even more fun suburbs to visit, like Fairfax, Virginia and Kensington, Maryland.
Legoland New York: A Guide to Visiting the Hudson Valley Theme Park with Kids
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Legoland New York delivers Orlando-sized theme park fun right outside of New York City—and its on-site Legoland Hotel makes it easy to extend your visit into a multi-day Hudson Valley vacation.
From its supersized (and aptly named) BIG Shop to its wet-and-wild Lego City Water Playground, and its only-in-New York Lego Factory Adventure Ride, here are all the things to do and see during a visit to Legoland New York. Find more thrilling theme park adventures in the tri-state area in our Guide to Amusement Parks and Water Parks for Families.
Best Jersey Shore Boardwalks and Amusement Parks for Family Fun
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Everyone loves a Jersey Shore beach, but Jersey Shore boardwalks are where the real memories are made.
From frozen custard and funnel cakes to rides and mini golf — and a few that feature water parks and toddler amusements — Jersey Shore boardwalks are regional treasures. Read on for our top picks for Jersey Shore boardwalk fun below, and bookmark our Guide to the Jersey Shore for more help planning your best visit yet.
Best Things To Do with Kids this Weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
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Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
Earth Day is the theme for this weekend, with Earth Day festivities happening throughout the area, including the annual Earth Day Celebration at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum in Cornwall. Other fun spring festivals include the Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival in Hastings-on-Hudson.
Also, the kids won't want to miss Mini Horse Mania at the FASNY Museum of Firefighting, a free program where they can get up close and personal with the cute mini horses from Little Brook Farms.
WildPlay Opening and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend with Kids
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Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.
Swing into spring as WildPlay Jones Beach and i.Fly Trapeze both open for the season this weekend. Or set your sights high at the Kite Festival at Robert Moses State Park.
The Center for Science puts a medieval twist on its prehistoric exhibit with a Dinosaur Renaissance Faire. Or, have a fancy feast at the Long Island Aquarium during the Princess Tea Party.
Keep reading for more of the weekend's best kid-friendly events on Long Island.
Kites at the Pier Festival and More Things To Do with Kids in New Jersey this Weekend
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Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
New Jersey celebrates a very happy Earth Day this weekend at events like the Cape May Earth Day Celebration, which features exhibits and entertainment. Plus, look up in the sky for a beautiful display at Long Branch's Annual Kites at the Pier Festival.
Read on for a full rundown of New Jersey's best kid-friendly events this weekend.
Earth Day, Apple Blossom Carnival, and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids
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Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
Earth Day rocks NYC this weekend with tons of kid-friendly activities at the Brooklyn Children's Museum, a Broadway Earth Day concert, and another opportunity to play with Mommy Poppins at the Seaport Kids x Earth Day bash. Plus, the Apple Blossom Carnival is blooming once again in Queens, and Movies Under the Stars are starting up for the season, with Elemental in Bushwick and Super Mario Brothers in downtown Brooklyn.
Earth Day, Spring Festival, CoComelon, Open Mic, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend
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Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.
Looking for family fun this weekend in Philly? Dive into nature at Naturepalooza's Earth Day Celebration with guided hikes and eco-friendly activities. Explore global cultures at the International Spring Festival in Lansdale, or visit the Benjamin Franklin Museum for free! Don't miss out on colonial farm experiences at Peter Wentz Farmstead or Pitman's Earth Day festivities. Plus, enjoy tap dancing fun with The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble and a kids-only Open Mic at Mister John's Music. It's a weekend full of learning, entertainment, and memorable moments for the whole family!
