If your tween or teen has the energy to burn, we have found the place for them: Area 53 NYC is home to a ton of action-packed adventures spread over a trio of locations in Brooklyn. Area 53 NYC offers laser tag, paintball, mini-bowling, and an indoor adventure park with a dozen games and activities.

Read on for our review of these thrilling attractions—as well as our parent-tested, know-before-you-go intel, pulled together after visiting with three kids ages 8-16.

As parents, keeping our kids' ears safe in noisy environments is so important. Whether you're at a fun concert, a big sporting event, or a crowded festival, loud noises can be overwhelming for young children and can even cause lasting hearing damage. That’s why finding the right ear protection for babies, toddlers, and even teenagers is a must.

Here is some of the best ear protection for concerts and other events for babies, toddlers, kids, and teens. Options range from soft ear muffs for infants to high-quality ear protection for older kids and teens.

Check out our Guide to the Best Baby and Kid Gear for more must-have items for your children, from road trip essentials to the best bunk beds.

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan unveiled new details of its $300 million transformation this week. Overlooking Central Park at Central Park West and West 96th Street, the historical church-turned-to-museum will transform into an 8,000-square-foot bustling hub for children and families throughout the city, giving CMOM more than twice the visitor capacity of its current location. The new CMOM is expected to open its door in 2028.

Visit Lyman Orchards for a full day of family fun!

Playgrounds, museums, restaurants, and more in Sugar Land, TX.

Find thrilling haunts for teens, and some less-spooky ones for younger kids!