Easter Egg Hunts and More Best Things to Do in Orlando April 2025 with Kids

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Central Florida Zoo's annual Hippity Hop Adventure is a full day of springtime festivities. Photo by the author

From Easter and Earth Day to Passover and Spring festivals, April is full of things to do with kids in Orlando!

April in Orlando has spring festivals galore, with fun outdoor events happening all over Central Florida. Visit Winter Garden for Spring Fever in the Garden, head to Lake Eola Park for Spring Fiesta in the Park, and enjoy rides and carnival foods at the Lake County Fair. Celebrate Earth Day with events in downtown Orlando, Oakland, and St. Cloud. Grab tickets for monster truck action at Night of Destruction at Orlando Speed World. For all the best Easter happenings, check out our Egg-citing Easter Egg Hunts in Orlando and Orlando Easter Brunches. And find more April fun with our Spring Fun Guide!

Best Playgrounds in San Francisco

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Climb iconic sculptures and structures at Koret Children's Quarter in Golden Gate Park. Photo by Mike Liu, via Flickr 2.0

As a seasoned parent who's navigated countless playgrounds in San Francisco and the Bay Area, the quest for the perfect play spot is real. Some playgrounds boast epic slides and climbing structures that keep kids entertained for hours, while others offer shady picnic areas, splash pads, or even nearby coffee spots for much-needed parent fuel.

Whether you're seeking an all-abilities playground, a nature-inspired space after a good hike, or just a well-fenced area where toddlers can roam safely, this list has you covered. Here's a curated selection of standout playgrounds across San Francisco and the Bay Area, each with unique features that both kids and parents will appreciate. Plus, they are all free! 

For more free activities that will entertain kids, test the waters at the best splash pads in San Francisco, trek these family-friendly urban hikes in San Francisco, and bookmark our Free Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids Guide.  

Easter Egg Hunts and More Best Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley April 2025

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Legoland New York reopens for the 2025 season in Goshen this month. Photo by Legoland

Spring into April in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with a jam-packed schedule of things to do, including festivals, shows, and outdoor fun. 

Take a ride on the Easter Bunny Express in the Catskills or hunt for Easter eggs with Bluey and bouncy houses at Shake it Off's Easter Egg Hunt with Bluey in Scarsdale. Alternatively, enjoy the magnificent cherry blossoms while learning about Japanese culture at the Sakura Festival at the Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden. 

Kids are also invited to celebrate Earth Day Weekend with eco-themed STEM activities at the Westchester Children's Museum. Or, rock out to the Music of Taylor Swift for Kids presented by the Rock n' Roll Playhouse at Garcia's in Portchester.

These are just a few of our favorite things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this April—we're adding more events to the Westchester Events Calendar every day. 

Easter Egg Hunts and More Best Things To Do on Long Island April 2025

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Spring is in the air and Heritage Farm & Garden is celebrating with a tulip festival in Muttontown.

From Easter and Passover to spring festivals, these are the best things to do on Long Island this April.

Welcome spring with a trip to the opening weekend at Old Westbury Gardens, where you can revel in nature in the stunning formal gardens. Or, stomp into the first weekend of the month with Dinosaur Daze at the Garvies Point Museum.

This month also brings awesome Easter, Holi, and Passover celebrations. You can close out April with an Earth Day celebration.

Read on for all the ways to pack your calendar this month on Long Island. 

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