Best Pumpkin Patches near Los Angeles for a Perfect Family Day

From local parking lot patches to farms near Los Angeles, here's where to find your perfect pumpkin.

Looking for pumpkin patches near Los Angeles, specifically ones where you can go pumpkin picking? To find perfect pumpkin patches near Los Angeles for your family, you've got some decisions to make because they run the gamut from small to large and from folksy to commercial. 

There are festival-type pumpkin patches with extra activities, farms where kids can do their own pumpkin picking, and smaller pumpkin patches in every neighborhood in town. The good news—all of our top picks are photogenic and will make for timeless fall family memories. So, pick a pumpkin, snap a Halloween photo, and maybe even take a pony ride at one of these pumpkin patches.

Find a corn maze near LA and more things to do in Los Angeles in the fall in our Fall Fun Guide for Los Angeles and OC Kids. And if a pumpkin patch visit is your first foray into Halloween festivities this year, you definitely want to find all the best Los Angeles Halloween activities in our Los Angeles Halloween Guide.

San Gennaro Fest and More Great Food Festivals in NYC for Families

The Queens International Night Market is a large, family-friendly, open-air night market in Queens, featuring vendors selling merchandise, art, and food! Photo by Sharon Medina for the Queens Night Market

New York City is one of the world's great foodie destinations and boasts some great food festivals. No matter the season, there's always something good cooking up in the melting pot that is NYC.

We're rounding up some of our favorite annual food festivals in NYC, including autumn's Feast of San Gennaro in Little Italy, the summertime Egg Rolls, Egg Creams, and Empanadas on the Lower East Side, and Smorgasburg in Brooklyn, which covers three long seasons of eats!

So, pack an appetite and read on for our top picks for food festivals in NYC.

A Day Tripper's Guide to Visiting Mohonk Mountain House with Kids

Explore the stunning grounds and gardens during a day trip to Mohonk Mountain House.

Mohonk Mountain House offers a unique and enchanting day trip from New York City and the surrounding areas. Nestled in the picturesque Shawangunk Mountains of the Hudson Valley, a day at Mohonk Mountain House combines relaxation, adventure, and luxury, making it a perfect getaway for families looking to escape the daily grind.

Read on for our favorite things to do during a daycation to this legendary Hudson Valley resort and find more day trips and getaways in our local travel guide, which includes a roundup of our favorite Hudson Valley resorts for families.

Best Toddler Beds That Make Kids Want to Go To Bed

The Step2 Roadster Toddler-to-Twin Bed is cool for car lovers.

Transitioning to toddler beds is one of those parenting milestones that can feel both exciting and daunting. You want a bed that’s safe and practical, and ideally one that your little one will even want to sleep in.

Finding that sweet spot between affordability, durability, and something that sparks joy can be tricky, but it’s absolutely doable. Here are some of the best toddler beds that might make bedtime go a little smoother, plus tips for transitioning to a toddler bed and what to look for when choosing one.

Check out our Baby and Kid Gear Guide for more of the best products for your little ones. And if bunk beds are what you're looking for, our list of the best bunk beds for kids includes a few great toddler bunk beds.

Atlanta Greek Festival, Farm Openings, and More Things to Do this Weekend in Atlanta with Kids

Ticket holders to Stone Mountain Park's Pumpkin Festival enjoy family-friendly park attractions and not-so-spooky Halloween-themed entertainment. Photo courtesy of Stone Mountain

Looking for the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend! 

Fall officially starts this week...although we have been giddy about it since Labor Day! Get into the fall spirit with the opening of some of our favorite farms like Scottsdale Farms in Milton, which launces their Family Fun Field on Saturday. Randy's Pumpkin Patch in Lawrenceville, Sleepy Hollow Farm in Powder Springs, and Cagle's Family Farm in Holly Springs all open for the season this weekend too. Another one of our favorite fall events? The Atlanta Greek Festival! From September 19-22, families can satisfy cravings for Greek fare and enjoy cultural performances.  (Tip: Save by purchasing tickets online in advance!)

Nature Fest, World Rhino Day, and More Fun Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend With Kids

Enjoy an evening of food and live music at Casselberry Music in the Park & Food Trucks event this Friday. Photo courtesy of the event

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list!

Fall officially begins this weekend, and what better way to celebrate than by attending a fall festival? Visit Amber Brooke Farms' Fall Festival for opening weekend, head to Oakland Nature Preserve for the annual Nature Fest, or venture to Clermont for the Sips and Salsa Festival. Learn all about rhinos at World Rhino Day events happening at both the Central Florida Zoo and the Brevard Zoo. Don’t forget—kids get in FREE at the Brevard Zoo all month long!

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