Our city is full of family-friendly museums, but only Boston Children's Museum is designed just for kids. Whether you're looking for a few hours to kill or somewhere to enjoy an entire day with your kids, there's no better destination in Boston. This three-story museum offers endless entertainment and discovery, including exhibits that focus on science, culture, social awareness, health and fitness, the arts, and more. While the museum may seem overwhelming, we've broken it down, level by level, so you can plan your visit and make sure you see all the best exhibits.

Make sure to save some extra time to head outside before or after your visit to play, slide, and explore at Martin's Park playground, and if you want to make a full day of it, explore all that the surrounding Seaport neighborhood has to offer! 

Spanning 875 square miles, Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida and is jam-packed with fun things to do for families, from historical sites and museums to animal encounters and pristine beaches. Known as Florida’s First Coast, Jacksonville boasts 1,100 miles of shoreline, more than any other city in Florida. It also makes a great day trip from Orlando. And with tropical summers and mild winters, there’s never a bad time to visit Jacksonville, Florida

Read on for our list of the 45 best things to do in Jacksonville, Florida with kids, including top attractions, Jacksonville beach activities, free fun, kid-friendly Jacksonville restaurants and hotels, and more. For more Florida family vacation ideas, visit our Florida Family Travel Guide.

Fernbank encapsulates the world of scientific discovery around every corner, within every exhibit, both outside and in. This popular Atlanta museum is the perfect destination for any family interested in learning about natural history and the science that makes our world...well, our world. From dinosaurs and STEAM projects to an immersive, ecosystem experience and treetop walkway, Fernbank offers countless opportunities for kids to unlock the joys of science.

Located in North Druid Hills, Fernbank introduces kids to a love of science and keeps that interest going for years to come. In addition to timeless exhibits that Atlanta kids continue to enjoy, Fernbank Museum showcases exciting, new exhibits that entertain and teach kids. Fernbank is part of the Go City - Atlanta sightseeing pass, which may be worthwhile for those visiting multiple Atlanta attractions, including the zoo and aquarium.

If your family is a fan of theater, costumes, and drama, then consider a trip to the New Jersey Renaissance Faire, which celebrates its 13th season this spring. Held in Bordentown, New Jersey, on the shores of the scenic Liberty Lake, it's about a 30-minute drive from Philadelphia.

Each season has a theme, and 2022 was dubbed the Return of Robinhood, who has come to help his nephew, Will Scarlet, an accused murderer. While the storyline sounds deep, what ensued was a day of comedy, tricks, and excitement as we watched the story unfold through action-packed live shows, including a human chess match, comedic fighting, dueling, and even a joust.

Read on for more details on our visit to New Jersey Renaissance Faire and tips for planning your visit to the show, which runs weekends through Sunday, June 5.

When it comes to summer weekend getaways near NYC, there's nothing more inviting than jumping into the refreshing waters of one of the state’s beautiful swimming lakes. If you want to escape the stifling heat for a weekend getaway from NYC, these lake resorts in New York give families the chance to cool off and enjoy both swimming and a whole host of water-based activities.

From the Hudson Valley to Lake George, Lake Placid, and the Catskills, read on for 11 family-friendly lakefront resorts and find more overnight destinations in our Guide to Day Trips and Weekend Getaways Near NYC.

Juneteenth, the holiday that observes and commemorated the end of slavery in America, was designated a federal holiday in 2021, and celebrations are becoming more widespread as people come to understand the historical significance and importance of this day for all Americans. Juneteenth has long been marked by large family and community gatherings in the south, particularly in Texas. Now that it’s receiving more of the recognition it deserves, we’ve gathered a few ways for families to have discussions about the holiday and celebrate Juneteenth 2024 together.

For more ways to celebrate Black culture, browse our favorite 30+ Children’s Books to Celebrate Black History Month, and read on to discover and support a Black-owned business near you.

Heading to Bear Mountain State Park with kids makes for a great day trip now that school's almost out and schedules are a little looser. The Rockland County park, which is nestled against the Hudson River and offers something for kids of all ages, is one place our family has returned to each year.

With hiking, paddleboat rentals, a large playground, ample room for picnicking, and even a zoo, the park has plenty of options to fill an entire day. Our summer readers will be especially happy to learn the swimming pool opens for the 2022 season on Saturday, June 18. We recently visited the park and can fill you in on what you need to know about this year-round destination, including our top 10 favorite things to do.

If you're looking for other great activities in nearby parks, check out our rundown of easy New York State Park hikes or our look at Westchester's top destination parks. For even more on local parks, check out our Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Westchester. 

Looking for some fun and easy rainbow crafts for kids? I am always on the lookout! As a child of the 80s, rainbows have been part of my psyche since my very first Rainbow Brite episode. Long before the Home Edit was a thing, I arranged all my stuff in rainbow-colored order. Even my bridesmaids wore different-colored dresses and lined up in ROY-G-BIV order. So when it comes to crafts for kids, you guessed it—I'm all about the rainbows.

Whether you're exploring color theory with your littles, looking for a vibrant STEM experiment, celebrating Pride, or just like all things rainbow, here are 21 rainbow crafts for kids and rainbow activities for toddlers to help you add a little color to your world.