Best Strawberry Picking Farms and Strawberry Festivals near Los Angeles

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Strawberries are that much sweeter when you pick them yourself. Photo courtesy of the Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Facebook

Strawberry picking means those sweet local berries will taste even better when you pick them yourself. There are several farms with strawberry picking near Los Angeles where families can play farmer for a few hours and come home with a basket overflowing with berries. The first ripe berry in Southern California tends to be a strawberry, and its harvest tends to be accompanied by popular annual festivals. 

Discover our favorite farms for strawberry picking, all on an easy day trip from LA. For more pick-your-own fun, here are places to go cherry picking with kids, beautiful sunflower fields for picking your own flowers, and our Pick Your Own Guide for the Best Farms Near Los Angeles. 

Ultimate Guide to Spring Activities for Kids in Philly

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University City's annual children's fest is back, with a line-up of performances and creative play activities. Photo by R. Kennedy/Visit Philly

Philly springs into action when the weather gets warm, with all kinds of new adventures to enjoy the outdoors. From nature walks to train rides to performances and playgrounds, there are so many ways for Philly families to fill these longer days. Here are over 40 spring activities in Philly for kids to make the most of spring fever. 

For more Spring activities, check out our Spring Festivals and Fairs Guide and our Spring Activities Guide.

51 Spring Bucket List Ideas for Kids in NYC

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Dinosaur Safari returns to the Bronx Zoo this spring. Photo courtesy of the zoo

Spring has (finally!) arrived in New York City, and families are taking advantage of the extra daylight hours to get outdoors and play. Springtime activities are abundant, from Earth Day festivals to Easter egg hunts. And colorful blooms are bursting from Brooklyn to the Bronx.

Read on for 50 of the best spring activities and adventures in NYC, and be sure to check out our NYC Kids' Guide to Spring Break Ideas for more seasonal happenings, including our bucket list for the spring break school vacation and our picks for the best spring day trips from NYC.

Earth Day 2025: Earth Day Activities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Kids

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Celebrate Earth Day at Cross County Center in Yonkers this month. Photo courtesy of the mall

April is Earth Month, and Westchester and the Hudson Valley are home to some great Earth Day celebrations that you won't want to miss. At these celebrations, kids can learn about gardening, recycling, and even meet the Lorax, Dr. Seuss's original eco-advocate.

Some of our picks are geared toward kids, while others are full-day celebrations that the whole family can enjoy. These events feature activities like live music, seed planting, arts and crafts using recycled materials, and learning about how to conserve energy in your home.

For more Earth-friendly activities and information for kids, including how to start your own eco-kids club, check out our Earth Kids Activity Guide.

29 Spring Bucket List Ideas for Kids on Long Island

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Get outdoors and explore the magnificent 216-acre Sands Point Preserve this spring. Photo by Jaime Sumersille

Springtime on Long Island is in full bloom, and kids are more than ready for some outdoor, warm-weather fun after a long winter. We've compiled an incredible list of interactive, family-friendly spring activities Long Island kids will love. 

From action-packed spring break camps to Long Island's best playgrounds and parks to awesome day trips and getaways, we have you covered. These memorable spring experiences will delight kids of all ages. 

For even more seasonal happenings, check out our Spring Fun Guide, which includes our write-ups on Long Island's best spring festivals and the best things to do over spring break on LI.

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