33 Best Things To Do in Pasadena With Kids

Experience the Arroyo Adventure at Kidspace Museum

If you're working your way down our bucket list of 100 things to do before your LA kids grow up, you might notice how many of those are fun things to do in Pasadena—and we're not just talking about the Rose Parade. The inland, foothill community rivals Santa Monica for family-friendly, walkable streets and a variety of arts and entertainment. It's also one of the oldest communities in the LA area, which gave it a head start on collecting cool stuff.

Let the tourists spend their days in Hollywood because there's more going on most weekends in Pasadena, a city so bursting with kid and family-friendly activities that we had a hard time picking the best of the best. 

35 Things to Do with Preschoolers in DC Before They Turn 5

The National Children's Museum has spaces and activities just for preschoolers. Photo by Jessica Caso Photography

Parents have just a few short years before their little ones head to kindergarten. Luckily, DC-area parents can really make the most of that time thanks to all the fun things to do with preschoolers in the area. From fantastic free museums to incredible destination playgrounds, there are so many ways to have fun with little ones.

Here are 35 things to do with preschoolers in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia before they turn 5. Have a blast checking these items off your list, then extend the fun with our list of 100 things to do in DC with kids before they grow up.

19 Best FREE Toddler Music Fun: Music Classes, Storytimes, and Singalongs

Check out the listings below for FREE classes across Philly.

Toddler and baby story times and music classes offer invaluable enrichment for young children and their families. These engaging programs foster early literacy and musical skills, promote social interaction, and ignite creativity. By participating, families can build strong bonds and support their child's developmental growth in a fun and supportive environment. There are many free options throughout Philly and in the suburbs for families to enjoy.

Don’t miss out on these fantastic events—read on to find out more and add some rhythm, joy, and learning to your family’s routine. Looking for more preschool fun? Check out our Preschooler Activity Guide.

Robot Restaurants and Other Fun Automated Spots in Chicago

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar! Photo by Maureen Wilkey

While 2024 doesn't look exactly like the future we watched play out on The Jetsons, one exception may be the robot restaurants popping up all over Chicago. We found a dozen restaurants (and one hotel) with robot servers delivering food or drinks, and some with robots helping in the back of the house. They were a great impetus to get our kids to try new foods with a little added fun!

For more restaurant fun in Chicago, check out these themed restaurants, the best restaurants with room for kids to play, and the best breweries and beer gardens for families in and near Chicago. 

How to Create the Perfect Backyard Movie Night: Best Outdoor Movie Projectors, Screens, and More

Everything you need (at every price point) for a perfect backyard movie night! Photo courtesy of Canva

Whether you're planning a cozy gathering or an epic neighborhood event, backyard movie nights have become a fun tradition for many families. But you're going to need a few things, like outdoor movie projectors and outdoor movie screens. We researched how to transform your backyard into the ultimate entertainment space with any size budget.

Read on to learn about everything you need to know to set up the ultimate outdoor movie night, from choosing the right equipment at the right price point to setting the scene. 

Bring your event to the next level with our recipe for easy homemade pizza and these irresistible dessert boards, and don’t forget to pick a flick from one of our 75 favorite family movies

100 Stress Relief Activities for Kids

Create a special cozy area where your child relax with a book. Photo by Jody Mercier

In today's fast-paced world, even children can experience stress from various sources, from school pressures to social challenges. As parents, fostering healthy stress relief skills early on is crucial. Engaging kids in activities that promote relaxation, mindfulness, and fun not only helps them unwind but also equips them with lifelong coping strategies.

From creative arts and outdoor adventures to calming exercises, here are 100 stress relief activities for children. Find more stress-busting things to do with kids, including our list of 100 awesome art projects, in our Boredom Busters for Kids Guide.

Kidmoto’s Airport Car Service Offers Safety & Comfort with Up To Five Car Seats

Kidmoto car service addresses the all-too-common challenge of getting families with young kids to the airport safely.

Kidmoto car service lets you book a ride to or from the airport with as many as 5 pre-installed car seats or boosters for the safest and smoothest trip possible.

Forget the stress of lugging a clunky car seat through airport security or gambling on whether the car service you booked will actually show up with the booster you requested. Kidmoto car service addresses the very specific and all-too-common challenge of getting families with young kids to the airport with its reliable fleet of drivers–and immaculate cars–who can not only provide up to five car seats or boosters for any ride, but are specially trained in proper installation.

Read about my personal experience and everything you need to know before booking a Kidmoto ride for your next trip.

Awesome Skate Parks in NYC for Kids and Teens

Harold Ickes Skate Park is free and open to all skateboarders and rollerbladers. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks

Skateboarding is one of the few sports designed for urban spaces, and while the city is a playground, these skate parks in NYC up the fun factor setting the stage for tricks, flips, and high-flying fun. These NYC skate parks provide a perfectly designed place to practice those skateboarding fakie flips and to grab some air. These skate parks in New York City are great for beginners and seasoned skateboarders alike. Often, inline skaters and BMX bikers join in the fun.

All these skate parks in NYC put safety first. Athletes must wear helmets, kneepads and elbow pads, and kids under age 18 are also required to put on wrist guards. That said, most NYC skate parks are unsupervised and have an enter-at-your-own-risk policy. Some do require parents to sign waivers for children. For more outdoor sports and kid-friendly fun, see our NYC Kids' Guide to Parks and Playgrounds.

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