Best of November: 20 Top Things To Do in Atlanta with Kids

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Become immersed in holiday magic with evenings full of festive music, millions of dazzling lights nd more at Stone Mountain Christmas. Photo courtesy of Stone Mountain

November brings plenty of things to do, as Atlanta gears up for holidays from Veterans Day to Thanksgiving and full steam ahead to Christmas. Don't miss our favorite kid-friendly events and activities in Atlanta this November!

November in Atlanta means lots of fall fun with outdoor festivals like Lawrenceville Harvest Festival (with hay rides, a petting zoo, and live music) and Candler Park Fall Fest (with an artists' market, food trucks, and kids area). Kids are jumping (literally) for joy this November because Bounce the Mall will be at the North Georgia Premium Outlets in Dawsonville for the first three weekends in November —try the inflatable ninja course, enormous slides, and the largest ball pit on the planet. By mid month it's holiday time with popular light shows like Garden Lights, Holiday Nights, Stone Mountain Christmas, and new this year, Shine Light Show, a dazzling drive-thru display in Lawrenceville. 

Since we're on the topic of holiday fun, go ahead and book those Polar Express and Holiday Train Rides Near Atlanta. We also have a handy list of the Best Advent Calendars for Kids and Teens for 2022, so the holiday countdown can begin. Find even more November fun in our Fall Fun Guide for Atlanta Kids!  

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so check it often. 

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Best of November: 20 Top Things To Do in Orlando with Kids

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If you haven't experienced Christmas at Gaylord Palms, add it to your calendar this season, including the return of the iconic ICE! Photo TM Dr. Seuss

November brings plenty of things to do in Orlando, as we gear up for holiday events from Veterans Day to Thanksgiving and full steam ahead to Christmas. Don’t miss our favorite kid-friendly events and activities in Orlando this month.

We are so excited to kick off the holiday season with amazing light displays at Leu Gardens' Dazzling Lights and Daytona International Speedway, as well as festive theme park celebrations at SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando Resort, and Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Families can continue to enjoy fabulous fall festivals in November, like Lake Eola's Fall Fiesta in the Park and Oviedo's Great Day in the Country.

Find more top November fun with Scenic Florida Train Rides, Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Orlando to enjoy the beautiful fall weather, and our Orlando Fall Activities Guide for even more seasonal fun. 

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.  

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Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta Welcomes Muggles of All Ages

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Choose your Hogwarts house and explore J.K. Rowling's magical world at Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta.

Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta is a utopia of everything magic. This fantastic Atlanta attraction is the closest many of us will ever get to Hogwarts, celebrating the beloved book and movie series. Fans of all ages need to experience Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta as it immerses visitors in the culture, history, and nostalgia of this magical world.

Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta comes to downtown for a limited engagement, where visitors get a behind-the-scenes experience of the Harry Potter books and movies, as well as the Fantastic Beasts films and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child play. Take a look at authentic props, original costumes, J.K. Rowling's inspirations, as well as innovative exhibits that use modern magic (i.e. technology) to create truly transformative experiences that will astound kids and kids-at-heart.

Conjur your patronus, wear your House colors, and grab a broom because we're taking you through Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta!

Phillies World Series 2022: Make your Philly Kid a Phanatic

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Ring the bell! The Phillies are heading to the World Series 2022.

Everything you need to turn your family into a Phamily as the Phillies head to the 2022 World Series.

To have kids in Philadelphia right now is to be entrusted with great responsibility that no true Philly parent will squander. We are parenting during a Phillies World Series run. It’s been 13 years since the Phils were NLCS Champions. That means there’s a whole new crop of kids and basically the next generation of Phillies fans who have the opportunity of their childhood (Sound hyperbolic? Good.) to root for the Phillies in the World Series. So whether you’re a bandwagon fan (shh we won’t tell) or a die-hard phanatic who remembers McGraw's final out, we’ve got you covered for how to make the most of the World Series 2022, from the swag to the snacks.

Hunter Mountain with Kids: Best Things To Do and See on a Catskills Getaway

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Hunter Mountain, NY, is an all-seasons destination for family-friendly fun.

The sweet spot on a family vacation is when you can adventure together as a family and have plenty of space for relaxing at the end of the day. Hunter Mountain in New York’s Catskills offers the perfect mix of activities for the entire family. With an itinerary of exploring, hiking, skiing, and lounging around our hotel’s fire, we were all very happy campers. There are so many things to do right on Hunter Mountain and in the surrounding area that appeals to parents and kids. Here are some highlights from our visit to Hunter Mountain, New York, including outdoor adventures, delectable dining choices, family-friendly lodging, and ample opportunities to chill out.

Find more things to do near Hunter Mountain on our list of 25 things to do in the Catskills with kids, and bookmark our Guide to Weekend Getaways and Day Trips for more family-friendly local travel spots.

This App Offers Up to 80% Off the Whole Family’s Prescription Meds–Here’s My SingleCare Review

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SingleCare offers major savings on more than 10,000 prescription drugs through its free app.

Our take: SingleCare is one of the best discount pharmacy programs, offering major savings on more than 10,000 generic and brand name prescription drugs through its free app.

I’m not the only one who’s stood nervously at the pharmacy cash register waiting to see whether my kid’s latest ointment or antibiotic would ring up as five bucks or five hundred dollars, right?

The reality is, whether you have insurance or not, filling a prescription can be totally unpredictable and very expensive. So, when I heard that SingleCare is trying to end the dreaded drugstore guessing game with an app that offers upfront discount pricing on over 10,000 prescription drugs at over 35,000 U.S. pharmacies–including CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Kroger, and many more–I couldn’t have signed up any faster. We’re talking about prices that are often lower than what you’d spend on your insurance copay.

Read on for my honest take on the SingleCare app, including how much the discount pharmacy program saved me on my family’s prescriptions and tips for maximizing your savings.

Let's Taco Bout Tacos: A Taqueria Tour of Connecticut

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As far as I’m concerned, tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays. Connecticut has so many delicious taquerias, that it would be impossible to limit consuming them to just one day a week. These little folded circles of deliciousness are the perfect family friendly food. They contain simple and fresh ingredients that will satisfy even the pickiest of palettes. Thankfully, Nutmeggers love to get creative with their tacos! This list has everything from taco drive throughs to Kung Pao chicken and everything in between. For more dining inspiration, make sure to check out our Family Friendly Dining Guide. 
 

Best Places to Play Futsal in New Jersey

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Futsal is a form of indoor soccer played in gyms in 5-on-5 fashion. Photo courtesy of Dutch Total Soccer

Futsal, an increasingly popular form of indoor soccer, has been taking over gym floors in recent years, and it may fit the bill if you're looking for a new sport for the kids this winter. Futsal is also attracting soccer-loving kids who want a place to kick during those cold winter months. Sure, there are indoor soccer leagues and off-season training programs, but futsal puts a different spin on soccer and offers perks that actually make kids better soccer players. 

Have sports-loving kids? Check out our Guide to New Jersey Sports for more cool activities for your kids or our Outdoor Activities Guide for New Jersey Kids, which has fun options the entire family will enjoy. 

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