If your kids are aching to play mini golf, but the weather's not quite right for an outdoor rendezvous, consider an indoor mini-golf course near New York City. At these attraction-filled spots in New Jersey, upstate New York, Long Island, and even the five boroughs, you can keep everyone warm, cozy, and entertained while you work on your putt-putt skills.

Whether you want to play a round on a glow-in-the-dark mini-golf course, or play alongside the Angry Birds gang, we've found 10 local indoor mini golf courses to explore. Find more local places to play in our Guide to Kids' Sports Centers, Gyms, and Fun Zones.

It seems like nearly every kid goes through a skateboarding phase, even if they don't see it through to Tony Hawk levels of expertise. Kicking, pushing, and gliding down the block is cool, but heading out to one of these local skate parks in Connecticut to practice tricks and catch some air is even better. Skateboarding may well be the most fun on four wheels that kids can have until they drive, so here are several well-kept skate parks in Connecticut for daredevil kiddos to explore. 

Looking for more outdoor spaces to have a blast? Don't miss our Outdoor Adventures Guide and our Guide to Playgrounds and Parks in Connecticut.

Mini golf is the perfect springtime activity, and there are plenty of family-friendly mini golf courses near DC. But spring in the DC area can mean rainy days and unpredictable temps. Still, that doesn't have to ruin your putt-putt plans. Here are six places to play indoor mini golf near DC with kids. These indoor mini golf courses in the District, Maryland, and Northern Virginia will give your family a unique, interactive, and often glow-in-the-dark activity to enjoy when the weather is not so nice.

For more indoor family fun on rainy or colder days this spring and all year long, check out our Guide to Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces for Kids in DC.

Most people are aware of the world-class Philadelphia museums scattered along the Ben Franklin Parkway, but some of the most rewarding places to visit with kids are those lesser-known gems tucked away into the corners of the city that focus on specific artistic genres. One of those gems is the Neon Museum of Philadelphia, where families can investigate the colorful history of local businesses, and appreciate the unique creativity of neon signage.

Located in Kensington's NextFab building, the Neon Museum opened in 2021, inhabiting a large white-walled space right next to jewelry and textile studios, metalworkers, woodworkers, and a bicycle shop. There's nothing else like it in the city, making it a favorite entry on our list of 10 Unique and Unusual Museums in Philadelphia for Teens and Tweens. Read on for everything to see and do at the Neon Museum of Philadelphia, and find more ways to dive into Philly's art and science scenes in our Guide to Philly Museums for Kids.

They roar, brandish their teeth, and swing their tails and claws at you, but these prehistoric giants can't hurt anyone. They’re all part of the Dinosaur Safari at the Bronx Zoo, which opened on Monday, April 11, just in time to land on our list of the top things to do during spring break.

If you visited the last Dinosaur Safari at the Bronx Zoo, take note: The wagon ride has been replaced with a walk-through experience, following a trail through a prehistoric-themed display featuring 52 life-size, animatronic dinosaurs. Read on for all the details on this fun revamped attraction for kids at the Bronx Zoo, including how to get tickets and must-know tips for families.

Spring is finally here and there's so much to do in Orlando! To go along classic spring holiday activities, like Easter egg hunts, Passover seders, Mother's Day brunches, there's a ton of great outdoors events that take advantage of mild temperatures and breezes. Other than some spontaneous thunderstorms and allergy-inducing seasonal pollen, spring has the capacity to create lifelong memories. We've created a fail-safe spring bucket list for your family to follow this season!

Whatever interests your family, spring is the time to try something new and enjoy beloved activities. Outdoorsy families will love hiking, kayaking, swimming, and ziplining; comfortable families will enjoy amusement parks, outdoor patio dining, and peruse farmers markets. It's really hard to go wrong when it comes to the many fairs, festivals, outdoor concerts, and more outdoor events that pop up during an Orlando spring.

Chicago's lakefront Museum Campus is swimming with amazing museums to visit with your family, but one hits the highest mark for the pre-literate crowd: The Shedd Aquarium. Whether you're visiting to give kids a different perspective on their world, to see unique species of aquatic life, or to learn about biology, the Shedd has a little something for everyone. With fish, sharks, dolphins, otters, amphibians, and birds from around the world, kids might learn a little geography and oceanography as well. It's entertainment and science all rolled into one.

Water lovers of all ages can tackle waves, water slides, surfing, and so much more at North America's largest indoor water park, DreamWorks Water Park. The themed water park, with well-known characters from animated favorites like Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon, is but one of the cool attractions in the action-packed American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This is one record-breaking water park you won't want to miss.

Read on for details on our fun visit to DreamWorks Water Park, and find more wet-and-wild fun in our Guide to Theme Parks and Water Parks. We've got more day trip inspiration in our Guide to Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways.