Easter Events, Paw Patrol, and More Things To Do in Chicago This Weekend With Kids
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Chase the bunny around town, celebrate Holi, or attend a Robot Block Party.
Renaissance Pleasure Faire, The Wallis Spring Family Fest, and More Top Things To Do in Los Angeles This Weekend
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Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend? Here are some of our favorite events and activities to add to your list this weekend
This weekend in Los Angeles harkens back to ye good olde days: the Renaissance Pleasure Faire is in session, and faire-goers can be thrilled and amazed at all manner of swordplay - and wordplay! As Easter approaches, everyone's favorite rabbit is in town for meet-and-greets with his fans. This Sunday, the Easter Bunny reserves time to meet with special friends: Bunny Cares sessions are carefully designed to create a welcoming environment for kids with sensory sensitivities. And cuteness overload alert: corgis are converging on Huntington Beach for Spring Corgi Beach Day. The compact canines and their friends show off their skills in barking, fetching, and looking adorable. There's even a corgi kissing booth!
Where to Take Easter Bunny Pictures in NYC
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It's time to get a hop on Easter Bunny pictures in NYC. After all, with Easter just weeks away, the Easter Bunny is getting ready to make appearances all over New York City this spring, including on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025—so, you'll have plenty of opportunities to pose for Easter Bunny pictures in Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.
Our picks for the best places to take Easter Bunny pictures in NYC include everything from professional shots to DIY Easter Bunny pictures at local egg hunts. But, beware: Many of these Easter Bunny pictures require reservations, so book now. You're likely to find the Easter Bunny at local Easter brunches or Easter egg hunts in NYC, too!
Splish Splash Water Park has a New Water Playground and a Sweet Preschool Pass
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Get ready to make a splash! Splish Splash Water Park, New York's largest water park, is opening on Saturday, May 24, 2025, and bringing with it a brand-new attraction: a water playground named Stingray Bay! This isn't just any water playground; it's a splash-tastic zone designed with kids in mind.
There are more than 15 ways to stay cool, including three pint-sized water slides, interactive sprays, and a giant dumping bucket. Little ones will be hooked on the silly, soaking fun, which is great, because there’s a FREE pass for the preschool crowd.
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Super Easy April Fools' Day Pranks To Play on Your Kids
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The best part of playing April Fools' Day pranks on your kids is that satisfying feeling of pulling a fast one on your own flesh and blood! But elaborate prep work really saps the fun out of any good April Fools' joke. We've found that the very best pranks are also the simplest. Here, we run down easy ways to show kids that we still have the upper hand—at least when it comes to April Fools' Day!
For more fun April Fools' Day pranks with food, we've got funny ideas from peachy eggs to hot dog fingers, and for more April Fools' Day laughs, we've got the funniest April Fools' Day memes. Work more giggles into family life every day with our favorite kid-friendly jokes, which will keep spirits up during dinner, car rides, and more, all year long.
Parents in North Houston, Rejoice – Two Exciting New Playgrounds Are Open!
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Brand new playgrounds open in Spring and Tomball.
Free Activities in April: 47 Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids
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Looking for FREE things to do this April in New Jersey? Check out dozens of great options below.
The month of April is hoppin' with free fun, including Easter freebies like Easter EGGStravaganZoo at Cape May Zoo, which features a scavenger hunt, hop-stacle course, and a bunny visit. Plus, take in the spring weather at no-cost annual festivals, including the picturesque Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival and Rutgers Day, chock full of learning and entertainment.
Mark your calendars with these FREE April events that take place nearly every day of the month. Find more spring happenings in our Family Activity Calendar and Spring Activities Guide.
End of an Era: Aviator Sports Closing in April and Shuttering Popular Kids' Programming
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Aviator Sports and Events Center, which has schooled a generation of NYC kids in sports ranging from hockey and gymnastics to volleyball and rock climbing announced Monday that its indoor facility will close on Monday, April 14, 2025.
News of its closure means its indoor sports programs will also cease operations on that date. Its popular sports summer camp programs are also unlikely to return. The announcement—shared on its social media platforms and website—was met with shock and disappointment from parents.
