Top 14 Kid-Friendly Science Museums in Atlanta

With lots of hands on exhibits and interactive stations The Tellus Museum is one of the best science museum in the country for young kids. Photo by Melanie Preis

For your next family activity, head to these science museums for kids in Atlanta, where curiosity is addressed through engaging, interactive activities and science experiments. Watch your children experience some "aha" moments as they discover scientific principles at work in the real world. In addition to igniting enthusiasm, Atlanta science museums reinforce concepts taught in the classroom.

Atlanta boasts tons of science museums for kids. Expose your children to various science fields such as biology, paleontology, astronomy, physics, engineering, and more at these Atlanta science museums. Many offer summer camps, too! 

21 Trending and Out-of-the-Box Activities for Kids in Los Angeles

Dig in to slime-making! Sloomoo Institute LA photo by Chelsie Hill, courtesy of BFA

LA is a city where trends begin. We are a land of influencers, movie stars, fashion icons, and top musicians. If it's trendy, there's a good chance it started here. So, it makes sense that LA is also a trendsetter when it comes to new activities to do with your family in Los Angeles. Before "everyone is doing it," we are doing it here, and we have a list of our favorite, family-friendly, out-of-the-box activities to share with you! 

Whether you want to try tufting, sneaker customization, axe throwing, or slime-making, LA has brand-new and super cool places to check out. Keep in mind that most of these activities are for older kids, such as elementary school and above. Many of these activities are perfect for bonding with teens and tweens and creating a viral moment that your kids will be proud to showcase to their friends and maybe even share on TikTok. 

For more activities that get older kids out of the house and away from their screens, try these teen birthday party ideas in Los Angeles and check out these things to do in LA with tweens and teens that they'll actually enjoy.  

Best Spring Festivals in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Families

The Sheep and Wool Festival in Chestnut Ridge features crafts, a petting zoo, pony rides, and more. Photo courtesy of the event

Spring festivals, fairs, and celebrations in Westchester and the Hudson Valley offer some of the best ways to get outside and celebrate the season. Our picks of spring festivals include celebrations of the natural beauty of spring and festivals honoring the area's rich cultural bounty.

New for 2025: The world's largest Lego Festival comes to Legoland New York, featuring five immersive zones, new costume characters, new Lego models, and more.

Meanwhile, families can celebrate Earth Day at multiple spring festivals, including the Earth Day Celebration at Hudson Highlands Nature Center. Or, marvel at the beauty of nature at the annual Mohonk Mountain House Tulip Festival in New Paltz and the Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival in Hastings-on-Hudson, which features beautiful cherry blossoms along with Japanese cultural activities. 

Best Spring Festivals on Long Island for Kids and Families

Close to 500,000 tulips and other spring bulbs will bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden. Photo by @nics photography

Spring festivals are in the air on Long Island, and everyone is ready to celebrate the change of seasons with family-friendly events and street fairs.

These seasonal festivals make for fun outings in the great outdoors with kid-friendly crafts and activities. They're held in honor of everything from blooms and blossoms to mothers, fathers, and more.

Find more fun ways to welcome the most colorful season in our Guide to Long Island Spring Activities.

43 Best Spring Festivals and Fairs in New Jersey this April and May for Families

Enjoy fun on the farm during Alstede's Easter and Springtime Festival. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala

It's time to kiss winter goodbye in New Jersey and spring into the outdoor festival and fair season. Spring festivals are blossoming in 2025 and promise tons of family-friendly fun and things to do. From floral festivities, like Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival, to seasonal street fairs, like Lake Hopatcong Block Party, these gatherings are a great way to spend time outdoors and experience all spring has to offer. 

For more spring action, check out our Guide to Spring Fun in New Jersey for Kids.

Big Umbrella Festival, Earthfest, Babytopia & More Things To Do this Weekend in NYC with Kids

The larger-than-life spinning tops of “Los Trompos” are headed to Damrosch Park for our Big Umbrella Festival! Photo courtesy of Lincoln Center

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.

Lincoln Center's Big Umbrella Festival opens its campus-wide takeover on Saturday, April 3. Earthfest at the American Museum of Natural History sets the standard for Earth Day celebrations, and our own BABYTOPIA sparkles with dozens of activities and options for little ones and their families.

Plus, the New York Theatre Ballet's Royal Collection sets classic fairy tales on their toes, and The Jewish Museum welcomes ShirLaLa for a family-friendly concert as part of its Freedom Art Jam on Sunday. 

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