Discount Broadway Tickets: Five Ways to Save Big on Broadway Shows

Big-name Broadway shows like &Juliet come at a premium prices, but there are ways to save on Broadway tickets. Photo by Aka NYC.

Scoring Broadway tickets to a top show is a thrill for locals and visitors alike, but with soaring ticket prices, it can be hard to make seeing these family-friendly Broadway shows a regular occurrence. Luckily, there are discount Broadway tickets to be found if you know where to look—and we do. We've got the scoop on five ways to score cheap tickets to Broadway shows.

Not sure what to see? You'll find all our top picks for the best kid-friendly entertainment in our NYC Guide to Children's Theater and Shows.

Atlanta Families Explore The Camp at The Works

The Camp at The Works, on the upper westside of Atlanta, is a shady, kid-friendly spot.

The Camp is a vibrant greenspace where kids can run and play while parents relax on Atlanta's Upper Westside. Located at The Works, the 80-acre mixed-use development with a large food hall to satisfy everyone's tastes, The Camp provides a great spot for families to unplug and enjoy the outdoors under a mature tree canopy. Bonus? The Camp (and parking) is FREE! All families need to do is show up, ready for a good time outdoors, and enjoy quality time together. Read on to learn more The Camp at The Works, a lush, urban oasis in the heart of Atlanta!

Crayola Experience Orlando: The Amusement Park for Crafty Kids

See the world's largest Crayola crayon at Crayola Experience Orlando.

Crayola Experience Orlando is a theme park made for kids who love art! Inside this 70,000-square-foot space, you'll find enough creative play opportunities and colorful hands-on activities to keep your family busy all day (including a giant, crayon-themed playground). We were at Crayola Orlando for four hours and still didn't get to all of the 27 exhibits! Tickets cost about $30 dollars per person, making the Crayola Experience a bargain compared to other Orlando theme parks and attractions. The age range of visitors at Crayola Experience Orlando runs the gamut, from infants to teenagers, so tap into your inner child and get those creative juices flowing...here's your guide to the Crayola Experience Orlando!

19 Trending and Out-of-the-Box Activities for Kids in DC

Learn the art of blacksmithing at Lawless Forge in Sterling, VA. Photo courtesy of the venue

Sometimes you just want to shake things up when it comes to family entertainment. Luckily, there are plenty of trending and out-of-the-box activities throughout the DC area that allow you to do just that. Whether you want to try tufting, make candles or slime, or pretend you're on a game show, DC has some unique and super cool places to check out.

Here are 19 trending and out-of-the-box activities for kids and families in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. This list includes crafty experiences, fitness and sports activities, and other fun things to do when your family needs to break out of a rut. Many of them are perfect for older kids, so even tweens and teens will find them cool.

For more activities that get older kids out of the house and away from their screens, check out our lists of teen birthday party ideas in DC and 21 fun things to do with teens and tweens in DC.

Free San Francisco Summer Concerts and Outdoor Music Festivals for Families

Dance at Thrive City. Photo courtesy of the Chase Center

Free summer concerts in San Francisco is music to our ears! We've rounded up a host of free San Francisco summer outdoor concerts ideal for kids and families, so all parents need to do is grab some lawn chairs or a picnic blanket. From lively parks to scenic waterfronts, these events are set in some of the most iconic locations across San Francisco and the Bay Area. Whether you're into jazz, rock, classical, or world music, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Our Ultimate San Francisco Kids Summer Vacation Guide offers tons more ideas for getting the best out of the warm-weather months. Enjoy!

Be sure to check back often, because we continue adding and updating concerts throughout the season!

3-Day Budget-Friendly Los Angeles Itinerary with Kids

The Griffith Observatory is full of free fun! Griffith Observatory photo by author Amy Steinberg

Enjoying three days in Los Angeles with kids on a budget—following an itinerary focusing on low-cost and free things to do—is easier than you might think. A solid to-do list lets you enjoy the best of the city while incorporating the relaxing, low-pressure time kids need. Achieving balance, and limiting your ambition if the situation calls for it, are the keys to having a wonderful time with your family in LA—without spending a bundle. 

And don’t recoil when you hear the word “itinerary.” It doesn’t have to mean running yourself and your family ragged, hitting every hot spot in this sprawling city, driving everyone crazy with an attempt to do it all. Relax. This three-day itinerary—let’s just call it a vacation plan instead—hits its share of iconic stops like the Santa Monica Pier and the La Brea Tar Pits but also builds in quieter destinations, plenty of downtime, and the best local restaurants for kids.

For more things to do in Los Angeles with kids on a budget, discover free museums and free museum days, bookmark this list of 100 free things to do in Los Angeles with kids, and check out our Guide to Free Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids

Best Swimming Pools in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Families in Summer 2025

The zero-depth entry at Willson's Waves makes it a perfect pool for tots. Photo courtesy of Willson's Waves

Looking for the best swimming pools in Westchester and the Hudson Valley? Here are our picks to add to your list.

Nothing says summer like a day at the pool, and there's no shortage of spots in Westchester and the lower Hudson Valley to take a dip. Many have concession stands and places to picnic, as well as playgrounds, hiking trails, mini golf, and other activities worthy of a summer day trip. We've rounded up 16 favorite family-friendly pools in the region. Some of these—particularly the Westchester pools—require county residency, so take note before heading out.

For more summer fun, be sure to check out our Ultimate Westchester and Hudson Valley Kids Summer Vacation Guide.

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