19 Best Free and Fun Things To Do on Long Island July 2024 with Kids

Live music, selfie stations and more headline Alive on 25 in Riverhead. Photo by Jaime Sumersille

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this July? Here are all the family-friendly events and activities you should add to your list–from fireworks and the 4th of July to more summer must-dos.

There are tons of places to check out fireworks for the 4th of July. Meanwhile, the Empire State Fair takes up residence at Nassau Coliseum, Danny Go revs up the audience at The Paramount, and traffic-free streets pop up all across the island.

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

22 Best Free and Fun Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley July 2024 with Kids

Celebrate indigenous culture at the Bear Mountain Native American Heritage Celebration and Pow Wow. Photo courtesy of the event

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this July? Here are all the family-friendly events and activities you should add to your list–from 4th of July fireworks to fun summer festivals.

It's July and that means fireworks. We have highlighted just a few of the best places in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for viewing these amazing light shows, like Red, White, and Boom 4th of July at Legoland

To keep kids entertained on those long summer days, many towns in Westchester are offering free children's activities and family-friendly performances throughout the summer, some on weekday evenings, including Nights in the Park in White Plains. July fairs and festivals include the new Sleepy Hollow Mermaid Festival and Parade and the annual Orange County Fair

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently. 

19 Best Things To Do in New Jersey July 2024 with Kids

Rides, food, and more family-friendly fun await at the Monmouth County Fair. Photo courtesy of the event

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this July? Here are all the family-friendly events and activities you should add to your list from fireworks and the 4th of July to summer fun all month long.

July's sizzling roster is jam-packed with festivals, fireworks, sandcastles, and everything summer has to offer. Get your fill of rides, entertainment, and attractions at the five-day Monmouth County Fair. And revel in Independence Day fun at Long Branch's annual Oceanfest

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

23 Best Things To Do in NYC July 2024 with Kids: Macy's 4th of July Fireworks and More

Celebrate all things French when Bastille Day takes over Madison Avenue with a blocks-long street fest. Photo by Michael George

Cue the fireworks, because July is here, bringing with it tons of 4th of July fun, plus plenty more family-friendly things to do in New York City.

Independence Day starts July with a bang, and fireworks are exploding all over town, including the big Macy's 4th of July display, which moves to the west side. We're partnering with Seaport Kids and Brooklyn Bridge Parents for a Seaport Kids Music Fest. Plus, the month brings some fun annual favorites, including City of Water Day, Sprinkler Day at Asphalt Green, and the first foray into Summer Streets in Queens and Staten Island.

Keep an eye on our lists of FREE outdoor movies and summer concerts, which are frequently updated, and find more top July fun on our list of 100 FREE things to do this summer in NYC and our Ultimate NYC Kids Summer Vacation Guide.

20 Best Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids July 2024: 4th of July, Atlanta Ice Cream Festival, and More

I scream, you scream, we all scream for the Atlanta Ice Cream Festival on Saturday, July 27. Photo courtesy of the festival

Atlanta sizzles with family fun this month, starting with 4th of July fireworks and continuing with shows, events, and festivals! 

Kick off July in Atlanta with a bang at popular attractions like Stone Mountain Park and Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. Want more July 4th fireworks, parades, and festivals? Check out out Guide of 4th of July Fireworks, Drone Shows & Events in Atlanta. When your kids need air-conditioned fun, head to Atlanta's theaters and museums this month. Bluey's Big Play is at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre; Roswell Summer Puppet Series launches a new show each week; and Fernbank Museum celebrates Reptile Day!

Since there's more summer fun to be had, we've got ideas for the whole season! Check out our Ultimate Atlanta Kids Summer Vacation Guide for all the hottest ideas to stay cool this summer.

25 Best Things To Do in Orlando with Kids July 2024: 4th of July, Christmas in July, and More

Celebrate the world of fairies at Fairy Nights at Leu Gardens this month. Photo by the author

Continue your summer fun with these great July events in Orlando, including 4th of July fireworks, Christmas in July, theme park festivities, and more!

Start July celebrating our nation's independence with festive 4th of July Fireworks and Parades in Orlando! Go the theme park route this month—see fireworks at SeaWorld's Summer Spectacular and partake in nighttime glow parties at H2O Glow at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon or AquaGlow at Aquatica. Get in the festive spirit during one of the hottest months of the year with Christmas in July, taking place at The Florida Mall, Boxi Park, and Avalon Park!

We’re adding more Orlando events to our family activity calendar daily, so check it frequently. And get our picks for every weekend in your inbox—sign up for our newsletters!

Best Nantucket Resorts and Hotels for Families

Have a picture-perfect vacation on the islands with a stay at one of these fabulous hotels. Photo courtesy of Winnetu Oceanside Resort

A jewel of an island located 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Nantucket is only 14 miles long and 3.5 wide, with an extremely walkable (or bikeable!) downtown. This tiny size makes it hard to find great places to stay, especially with kids!

We’ve put together a list of the best Nantucket hotels, resorts, and even a couple of vacation home rentals that we think are just right for families. Each offers an array of amenities onsite, including luxurious swimming pools (one just for children), babysitting services and kids clubs, private beaches, and even a ride on a vintage fire truck.

Read on to discover the top resorts and hotels on this unique nautical paradise, and for kid-friendly activity ideas, check out Nantucket With Kids: Best Things To Do in Nantucket, MA and our
Guide to Cape Cod and the Islands with Kids.

Pages