Best Summer Camps in Queens: 16 Camps Catering to Diverse Interests

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Blue Dolphin camp feels like a home away from home. Photo courtesy of the camp

We've sprung forward and that means summer is just around the corner. With that in mind, it's time to find a great summer camp for your kid.

For starters, you've got to figure out whether your kid would like to spend all day doing sports, or art, or mixing it up in a traditional camp. If your kid's a bit adventurous, they might want to take advantage of summer to try something new—say, surfing or game design. Good news, though, when it comes to camp opportunities options abound in Queens.

With that in mind, we did a little winnowing, looking for programs that have consistently delivered great reviews from participating families. Read on for some of the best summer camps in Queens!

Weekend Fun: St. Patrick's Day Parades, Diggerland Opening, Dinosaur World Live

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Celebrate at the Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday. Photo courtesy of The Council of Irish Associations of Greater Bergen County, Inc

It's the final weekend of winter! Celebrate like a lucky leprechaun at festive St. Patrick's Day events, including parades in Union, Sea Isle City and Morristown, among others, plus a craft in Bridgewater and a Leprechaun Hunt in Cherry Hill. Springtime is on the horizon with Diggerland's Season Opening this weekend.

Winter comes to a sweet close with the finale of maple sugaring season at Washington Crossing State Park and Great Swamp OEC and pie-related festivities at Pi Day. 

Find even more weekend options in our Spring Guide, including  40+ Free Things to Do in March. And look to our March GoList and event calendar for a complete listing of happenings this weekend and beyond.

NOTE: Events are subject to change due to the constantly evolving coronavirus situation, and we are continuously updating our event calendar to reflect those changes. If you're planning to attend an event, we strongly recommend contacting the host venue directly to confirm it's still on.

Baltimore's Inner Harbor: 20 Family-Friendly Spots to Explore

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Spend the day immersed in science at the Maryland Science Center. Photo courtesy the museum

In the midst of a redevelopment renaissance, Baltimore's Inner Harbor neighborhood is a beacon for families with its compact size, jam-packed with plenty of engaging attractions, kid-friendly eats, and a balance of history and new-age attractions. We've visited Baltimore before and found plenty of family-friendly fun to enjoy in the Charm City, but the Inner Harbor area packs enough in for a day trip from the Washington, DC, area or a weekend away for other East Coasters. Even better: It's easily accessible by Amtrak, and you won't need a car once you're there.

Read on for 20 things to do in the Baltimore Inner Harbor area, plus our parent-tested pick for a great place to stay. Be sure to check out our City Guides for more great family travel ideas.

Indoor Play Spaces for Babies and Toddlers in Montgomery County, PA

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From moon bounce centers to indoor toddler playgrounds to swing set superstores, Montgomery County has plenty of inside play options for babies and preschoolers. Whether your goal is exercise for the kiddos, creative stimulation, peer social opportunities, or just to escape the confines of the house, our list of indoor play spaces is certain to have a fit for every family.

Be sure to check our lists of indoor play spaces in Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, and Philadelphia for more places to have fun with the family. Looking for more kid-friendly things to do in Montgomery County, PA? Take a look at our MontCo guide.

This Cool Indoor Playground in the Valley Is Super-sized and Our Kids' New Favorite

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Kids Empire in Woodland Hills is like an indoor playground on steroids—and I mean that in the best possible way. It's super-sized fun, with a giant, multi-level play structure, a babies-only area, a disco room, and tons of seating for parents. It's the kind of place that can entertain toddlers and tweens alike, making it a great option for families with mixed aged siblings. The Woodland Hills location is one of several in greater LA including spots in South Gate, Monrovia, Anaheim, and Northridge (which just opened this winter). Perhaps because of its widespread age appeal, Kids Empire Woodland Hills can get very busy, especially on weekends. Here's what to know before you go, and reasons why this play space is quickly becoming my daughters' favorite go-to indoor playground on a cold or rainy day.

5 Indoor Go-Kart Race Tracks around Boston

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K1 features electric cars and two different tracks that both adults and kids can race for fun on. Photo courtesy of K1

If your kids have outgrown their Power Wheels, they may be ready to add a little extra speed—behind the wheel of a go-kart! Today's kid-friendly go-karts have moved indoors for year-round fun. From multi-level tracks to racing leagues, we've rounded up five spots where your kids can put the pedal to the medal.

While some indoor go-kart tracks focus on just car racing, others have even more indoor fun like trampolines, ninja courses, and arcades. They're a great destination for a big-kid birthday party or just an exciting day trip. Enjoy the ride!

New Summer Camps for NYC Kids in 2020

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Sign your kids up for a summer of adventure, fantasy, intrigue, and splendor at the NY Society of Play camp.

Cue the panic: Summer camp search season is entering a full-tilt frenzy. It's that time of year when NYC parents shudder in unison upon realizing they still haven't figured out what to do come June. If you, too, have put off summer planning until now, breathe a collective sigh of relief. We've got you covered with this list of new summer camps.

As one glance at our Summer Camp Guide proves, NYC and its surrounding suburbs offer tons of summer camp choices, from cooking to coding, music to sports, and everything in between. And because NYC is always changing, we've found 11 new summer camps or programs for the 2020 season, including some new locations for old favorites. Book now because summer break will be here before you know it.

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