Basketball stars-in-the-making come to Overtime Elite (OTE) to show the world what hungry, young athletes can do. This modern basketball phenomenon offers the world's most talented young basketball players a better pathway to becoming professional athletes; and gives us fans a glimpse into raw talent, through social media, digitally broadcast games, and in-person events at the Overtime Elite Arena in Atlanta. We got a special, insider's look into the world of OTE and why your sports-obsessed kids may already be fans and followers of these young basketball players!

Find family fun hiking Flume Gorge in the White Mountains of NH!

As the song goes, "I Love A Parade," and no one does parades better than Orlando theme parks! Universal Orlando Resort's newest daytime parade, Universal Mega Movie Parade, brings the magic of movies to life every day until mid-November. On-lookers both old and young will love the colorful parade floats, music, and live entertainment as it winds through Universal Orlando. Take a look at the cutest, family-friendly parade happening now!

If you're looking for an easy fall day trip from Chicago without a hotel stay or time off from work and school, you've come to the right place! From farms to quaint towns, and fall leaves, we've rounded up some of our favorite fall day trips from Chicago. Do you want to pick pumpkins, stroll through shops in Galena or Savanna, hike the shoreline in Sheboygan, or check out a haunted house? Yup, we've got a suggestion for you. And the best part? Every trip on this list is either in Chicagoland or less than a 2.5-hour drive away!

Happy fall exploring! Visit our Fall Fun Guide for more trip ideas, guides, holiday crafts, and more.

Family-friendly scares abound during a fall day trip to one of these awesome haunted locations and spooky spots in the Hudson Valley, on Long Island, in New Jersey, and even right in NYC. Plan a spooky day trip the whole family can enjoy and visit eerie mansions, hear ghostly tales, and follow expert guides on tours of some creepy locations near NYC.

Although these are awesome Halloween destinations for a fall day trip near NYC, most of the locations and events on this list are available year-round, so you can enjoy a haunted adventure in any season. If this isn't enough spine-tingling fun, consider booking one of these ghost tours in New Jersey and visit our Halloween Guide for more spooky season fun.

If you've got older kids or teens who love a good scare, a ghost tour is a unique and fun way to learn more about DC's spooky history. And while fall is the perfect time to do a ghost tour, most ghost tours near DC are offered throughout the year. These nighttime walking tours take visitors past places that are said to be haunted by the ghosts of presidents, assassins, heroes, and more.

Read on for 10 of the best ghost tours near DC for spooky family fun. Our Halloween Fun and Activities Guide for DC Kids is full of more creepy (and not-so-creepy) ways to celebrate Halloween, from the best pumpkin patches near DC to the best Halloween events in DC for kids and families.

Looking for a Halloween weekend getaway that’s fun for the whole family? Philadelphia parents can explore a range of thrilling destinations just a short drive away. Enjoy spooky hayrides, haunted attractions, and eerie tours that offer both chills and family-friendly activities. From festive parades to charming coastal towns with ghostly tales, there’s something to delight every age group. These exciting trips provide a mix of thrills, scares, and fun that will create lasting Halloween memories for you and your kids.

Looking for more Halloween fun? Check out our Halloween Activities Guide for more spooky things to do!

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