Ultimate Guide: 100 Free Things to Do with Kids in Chicago This Summer
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There's a free event for kids almost every single day this summer.
Philly Summer Fun: 35 Amazing FREE Activities for Kids
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Summer in Philly can get expensive. With vacations, summer camps, and pool memberships, you're going to need some free activities in your back pocket. We've rounded up 35 free things to do in Philly that will keep kids entertained all summer long without breaking the bank. When school's out and camp is only so many weeks, that leaves tons of time to kill and plenty of heat to beat. Armed with this list of free nature activities, arts and culture festivals, block parties, performances, movies in the park, and more, you'll never hear the dreaded "I'm bored" chorus this summer!
For other ways to spend the hazy, lazy days of summer, browse our Summer Activities Guide for Philly Kids. Read on to discover our favorite, free activities in Philly this summer—and be sure to check our events calendar as we're adding more free fun to it every day.
50 Awesome Free Things To Do in San Francisco This Summer With Kids
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There are so many free things to do in San Francisco this summer that the season might not be long enough to do them all!
The kids are out of school, the weather is warming up, and the Bay Area is sprawling with things to do every day of the week. Free outdoor movie nights and free museum days are a great way to spend an afternoon that won't cost you a penny (if you steer clear of the gift shop). Summer is also the best excuse to take a day off from work and go on a day trip to one of the many beautiful places just a short drive away.
Whether you've got a summer filled with summer camps and travel or prefer to enjoy the days as they come, we've got 51 free things to do in San Francisco with those kiddos this summer.
Have the best summer ever in San Francisco at summer festivals and fairs, and find more summer fun in Ultimate San Francisco Kids Summer Vacation Guide.
100 Unforgettable FREE Summer 2025 Activities for Kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
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Looking for FREE things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this summer? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
With school getting out soon, it's time for summer fun in Westchester and the Hudson Valley! With amazing parks and beaches offering hundreds of acres of outdoor space, as well as awesome community libraries, it's no wonder that there are tons of FREE activities to keep kids occupied all summer.
You can find even more cool seasonal activities and destinations in our Ultimate Westchester and Hudson Valley Kids Summer Vacation Guide.
Long Island Summer Fun: 100 Amazing FREE Activities for Kids in 2025
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From summer camps to weekend trips, the next three months can be costly for Long Island parents–but summer doesn’t have to drain your wallet. We've compiled this list of 100 free things to do on Long Island this summer with kids.
From free outdoor concerts and free summer movies to free museums, classes, and festivals, Long Island offers tons of free activities all summer long.
Find even more bucket list seasonal fun in our Ultimate Long Island Kids Summer Vacation Guide, including our picks for top beach playgrounds and the best family-friendly outdoor restaurants on Long Island.
103 Unforgettable FREE Summer Activities for Kids in New Jersey 2025
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Summer is the season for awesome FREE things to do all across New Jersey. We’ve rounded up more than 100 family-friendly events to enjoy this summer that don't involve breaking the bank, including fireworks displays galore, festivals that offer something for everyone, and outdoor movie screenings.
You can find even more cool seasonal activities and destinations in our Ultimate New Jersey Kids Summer Vacation Guide and more freebies in our FREE Guide to Free Fun Things to Do with New Jersey Kids. Have a fabulous summer full of FREE fun!
NYC Summer Fun: 100 Amazing FREE Activities for Kids in 2025
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Summer is the season of free things to do in NYC, and the sunny fun is already upon us. There are plenty of free summer activities in NYC everywhere you look, from summer festivals and free summer concerts to no-cost sports, kayaking on the waterways, and even free summer camps. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up 100 free kids' activities in NYC this summer.
Some of our picks take place on specific days, while others are season-long activities and summer-only destinations. We've got tons more picks in our NYC Kids' Summer Guide and this list of 100 free things to do in NYC all year long.
Still searching for a summer camp for a week or two? Check out our NYC Kids' Summer Camp Guide.
14 Great Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, & West Palm Beach
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When the season cries out for air conditioning, these South Florida indoor playgrounds beat the heat for kids of all ages.
