Fireworks, Firefly Festival, and More Things To Do with Kids in New Jersey this Weekend

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Terhune Orchards' Firefly Festival is a free evening of nature, music, crafts, and outdoor activities. Photo courtesy of Terhune Orchards

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.

This dazzling weekend kicks off with early Independence Day celebrations, including a fireworks spectacular in Scotch Plains. Fireflies also brighten up the weekend at Terhune Orchards' annual Firefly Festival. 

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

Family-Friendly Pride Events and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids

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Watch a movie under the stars on the Intrepid Museum's flight deck. Photo courtesy of the museum

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.

The month of June comes to a close with a passel of Pride celebrations. Our top picks for families include the star-powered Pride celebration in Times Square, Youth Pride at the Seaport, and a Family Pride party at the 14th Street Y. Meanwhile, Minions are swarming the Paley Museum for a Despicable Me Family Day, and Apollo 13 shines on a big screen under the stars at the Intrepid Museum.

33 Best Things To Do in the Financial District with Kids

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The SeaGlass Carousel is a dreamy destination in the Financial District no matter the season. Photo by Anna Afanaseva

The Financial District is a booming family neighborhood in Lower Manhattan. Towering office building to high-end condo conversions were followed in short order by family-friendly businesses. There are excellent schools, unique playgrounds, indoor play spaces, and off-the-beaten-path museums.

It’s hard to tell now with all the modern skyscrapers, but the Financial District—aka FiDi—is the oldest settled part of NYC and a great place to learn about the city's storied history. Plus, almost every subway line stops in the Financial District, making it a super-convenient neighborhood to explore. Read on for our top 30 picks for things to do, see, and eat with kids in the Financial District and find more fun neighborhoods to explore in our Manhattan Kids Guide, which includes looks at the nearby enclaves of the South Street Seaport and Battery Park City.

Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago Features 14 Fun-Filled Themed Play Areas for Kids

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Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago invites kids to step into the whimsical world of the beloved animated series.

With 14 fun and colorful themed play areas designed for preschoolers and suitable for kids up to 8 years old, Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago invites kids to step into the whimsical world of the beloved animated series.

As the mom of a couple of Peppa fanatics, I recently brought two of my girls over to Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago–and my kids certainly couldn’t get enough of it! Located in Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, Illinois, the indoor playground welcomes children into an oinktastic world of imaginative play while providing a safe place to jump, climb, slide, and explore.

Scenes and sets from Peppa Pig come to life with super engaging, interactive elements and safe, age-appropriate play equipment. And, Peppa Pig meet and greets are included with the cost of admission! Here’s everything you need to know about this must-visit Chicagoland indoor playground.

TreasureFest, Pride Parade, Kids Rock!, and More Fun Things To Do in San Francisco This Weekend

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Make rainbow wings at the Pride Celebration at the Bay Area Discovery Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum

Looking for the best things to do in San Francisco and the Bay Area this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list. ​

This weekend has a ton of FREE activities that celebrate love! The popular Pride Parade and Celebration in San Francisco is happening this weekend! For a slightly smaller celebration for little ones who don't like crowds, the Bay Area Discovery Museum in Sausalito is hosting its annual Pride Celebration where kids can make rainbow wings and self-portraits.

One of our other colorful picks this weekend is the San Francisco Botanical Garden's Illustoria Day, a day celebrating children's art and literature. 

Read on for more of our top picks for the weekend, which include some early 4th of July festivities, birding for families, and so much more!  

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