Blacksmithing, Family Fun, Pride, Arts Fest, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

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Frolic through five-acres of strawberry fields and enjoy family activities, wagon rides, strawberry picking, and more at Brecknock Orchard's Strawberry Festival. Photo courtesy of the orchard

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

June is bursting with family-friendly events in and around Philadelphia, offering something for everyone! Kick off the month with the Blacksmithing Event in Johnstown, where kids can try their hand at "forging" clay. Celebrate strawberries at the Brecknock Orchard Strawberry Festival in Mohnton, or head to Cherry Street Pier's First Friday for art and views of the Delaware River.

Don't miss the Haddon Township Pride Parade and events, or the vibrant West Park Arts Fest in Fairmount Park, featuring performances and interactive activities for all ages. Read on for more top weekend picks!

16 Great Spraygrounds and Splash Pads in Atlanta for Kids

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Head to City Springs City Green for a romp through the refreshing splash pad. Photo courtesy of City Greene

As this summer proves to be another hot one, let kids frolic in an Atlanta splash pad, sprayground, and fountain. Splash pads allow kids to be physically active, interact with others, and spend time outdoors. They even appeal to those toddlers anxious about large swimming pools. Put these budget-friendly (and some even FREE) splash pads in Atlanta on your summer bucket list.

Best Things To Do with Kids this Weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

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There's fun for all at Armonk's Fol-de-Rol Festival this weekend. Photo courtesy of the event

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Families can enjoy carnival rides with a view of the Hudson River at the Riverside Rides Festival at the Poughkeepsie Waterfront or celebrate anime and Japanese pop culture at Sugoi Pop Con at the Fishkill Recreation Center. This weekend is also Pride Weekend at the Westchester Children's Museum, with fun STEM activities celebrating Pride month.

Kids can meet their favorite authors and enjoy fun activities at the Discover the Summer Event at Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum and the Summer Reading Kick-Off Party at the New Rochelle Public Library. 

Strawberry Fest, Maker Faire, and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend with Kids

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Embark on a junior ranger experience at Planting Fields this summer. Photo courtesy of Planting Fields

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

It's a sweet start at the weekend as Lenny Bruno Farms hosts its Strawberry Festival. Meanwhile, Maker Faire Long Island boasts a day of STEAM-centric displays and hands-on activities. 

If you're looking for more action-packed fun, the ICC Cricket World Cup takes over Eisenhower Park.

Keep reading for more of the weekend's best kid-friendly events on Long Island. 

Celebrate Middlesex County and More Things To Do with Kids in New Jersey this Weekend

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Enjoy local food vendors, live music, games, and more at Celebrate Middlesex County at Roosevelt Park. Photo by the author

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

It's a weekend of games, giveaways, music, vendors, and more as local festivals pop up throughout New Jersey, including Celebrate Middlesex County. Plus, party at Pride Month celebrations like Pride in the Park in Red Bank.

Read on for a full rundown of New Jersey's best kid-friendly events this weekend. 

Mermaid Parade, Summer Solstice, and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids

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Attracting tens of thousands of visitors for the past 13 years, the family-friendly Figment Festival is an explosion of creative energy and imagination. Photo courtesy of the festival

Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Usher in the summer solstice at Rockefeller Park's Swedish Midsummer Fest or by making some joyful noises with Make Music New York. The Mermaid Parade makes its annual splash on Coney Island, t John the Divine hosts its annual Family Pride Picnic, and Rockefeller Center's Pride Summer Movie Night includes a sneak peek at Broadway's upcoming Death Becomes Her.

Colorful Pride Celebrations in NYC for Families

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Celebrate Pride at events across NYC! Photo by Walter Wlodarczyk/NYC Tourism + Conventions

Pride marches into New York City each June, bringing with it tons of family-friendly Pride events, including parades, picnics, concerts, and more.

Whether you identify as LGBTQ+ or as an ally, the annual June celebration of Pride in NYC is a glorious mishmash of divine fun. From Paws for Pride to the Pride Family Picnic at St. John the Divine, Rainbows on the Hudson, and PrideFest at Astor Plaza, NYC sparkles with inclusion and community. 

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