Best Indoor Places to Play in Park Slope, Brooklyn

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PlayWell Brooklyn is one of the boroughs most unique indoor play spaces. Photo courtesy of PlayWell Brooklyn

Let’s be honest: Entertaining kids at home in NYC can feel harder than it should be. Apartments are small, cabin fever is real, and sometimes you need to get out of the house without committing to a full-day outing or spending a ton of money. The good news? The family-friendly enclave of Park Slope, Brooklyn is home to plenty of indoor places to play for children.

We've created a curated mix of kids' Park Slope play spaces that local parents actually rely on: drop-in playrooms, libraries, bookstores, creative spaces, and low-key indoor activity centers that make kids feel welcome. Some are perfect for toddlers just learning to explore, others are better for preschoolers and older kids who need to burn energy or engage their imaginations. A few are even FREE, which always earns bonus points. Whether you’re squeezing in an hour between naps, dodging bad weather, or just looking for fresh kids' activities indoors in Park Slope, these are the spots worth knowing about and returning to again and again.

Read on for our top indoor places to play in Park Slope and find all our favorite neighborhood haunts on this list of the 50 best things to do in Park Slope, Brooklyn with kids.

Top Things To Do This Weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with Kids

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Meet Elsa and Anna during the Frozen sing-along event at the Jacob Burns Film Center. Photo courtesy of JBFC

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are our editors' picks for the best family-friendly events and activities!

Frozen fans of all ages can sing all their favorite songs from the movie at a special Sing-Along event at the Jacob Burns Film Center, which includes a meet-and-greet with Anna and Elsa before the film. Or, experience a one-of-a-kind circus performance when Cirque Mechanics brings Tilt! to the Purchase College Performing Arts Center.

Kids who want a hands-on science experience can dissect owl pellets to discover what owls eat during Science Club at the Will Library, or meet live snakes during a Super Serpents event at Teatown Lake Reservation.

Ice Festival, FrostFest and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend

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CMEE hosts a tin-smithing workshop with Suffolk County Farms, where kids can enjoy old-fashioned fun. Photo courtesy of CMEE

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Bundle up this weekend for FrostFest at The Whaling Museum and discover survival tricks of polar sea creatures, see walrus and narwhal tusks, create crafts, meet Elsa, and more. Or, wander through the magical sculptures at the FREE Port Jefferson Village Ice Festival. Marshmallow roasting, horse and carriage rides, and an ice-skating demonstration are all on tap in this harborfront village. Families can also head inside to belt out a tune at a show-stopping sing-along during Landmark on Main's Broadway Family Favorites event.

On Monday, watch Punxsutawney Phil’s local counterpart prognosticate at Groundhog Day in Malverne, to see whether he predicts an early spring or six more weeks of winter.

Find all that and more top picks for the weekend ahead below!

Fire and Ice, Groundhog Day, and More Things To Do this Weekend in New Jersey

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Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

January tops off on an icy note with a couple of frigid festivities, including the Mount Holly Fire and Ice Festival, complete with ice sculptures and delicious chili, plus Howell Living History Farm's Ice Harvest, with crafts and demonstrations.

We're crossing our fingers for an early spring as we celebrate Groundhog Day at Historic Walnford and the Watershed Institute.

Read on for all our top picks for the weekend ahead!

Mommy Poppins Winter Fest, Puzzle Day, Pac-Man, and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend

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Photo courtesy of the Kaufman Music Center

Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Shake off last weekend's cabin fever as we inch slowly—and icily—into February this weekend. On Saturday, you can train the kids to obliterate the ghosts during Pac-Man's 45th anniversary bash at The Paley Center or puzzle with pros from Highlights Magazine on National Puzzle Day.

Sunday's main event is, of course, our own FREE Winter Festival and Camp Fair at Brooklyn's Atlantic Terminal. We'll have a fun snow globe photo-op, plus tons of kid-friendly entertainment, and the whole family is invited to get to know some of NYC's top summer camp providers through hands-on fun.

Looking ahead to next week, book your tickets now to see the next generation of Broadway stars at Broadway Bound's Empower State of Mind Benefit, set for Monday night at City Winery. All proceeds support the org's tuition-free programming for talented local kids.

Best Things to Do with Kids in King of Prussia, PA

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The Netflix House has games, food, and interactive exhibits. Photo courtesy of Valley Forge

If you’re searching for family-friendly things to do in and near King of Prussia, PA, you’re in luck. This popular Montgomery County destination isn’t just home to shopping. It’s packed with kids’ activities, indoor attractions, and outdoor adventures for every age.

Whether you’re planning a weekend outing, school break activity, or rainy-day fun, here are the best things to do with kids in King of Prussia. 

Culturefest!, Fire and Ice Festival, Founders Philly Freeze Out, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

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Check out the mesmerizing ice carvings at the Founders Philly Freeze Out. Photo courtesy of the Manayunk Development Corporation

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

Keep the winter blues away with these events in and around Philly. Ring in the Year of the Horse with Culturefest! at Penn Museum. Celebrate the winter with Mount Holly Fire and Ice Festival or the Founders Philly Freeze Out. Want to explore some art and culture with your little ones? The Barnes Free First Sunday Family Day or Family Fundays at the Kimmel Center. Whatever you do, don't miss a thing!

Top Cozy Resorts near NYC Perfect for Kids and Winter Fun

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Crystal Springs Resort offers tropical vibes indoors with plenty of seasonal fun outside, too. Photo courtesy of Crystal Springs Resort

Winter can be a magical season with holiday activities, frost-dusted landscapes, snowy activities, and relaxing fireside with a cup of hot cocoa. Families seeking a winter getaway with kids that's relatively close to NYC have lots of options. We've rounded up the 14 best winter retreats and resorts that are 4 hours or less from Midtown Manhattan by car.

For each winter getaway, we've highlighted why families love to go during the winter, kid-friendly amenities, and types of winter activities each resort or destination offers. From ski resorts in the Hudson Valley to all-inclusive winter resorts in the Poconos, you're sure to find the perfect winter getaway for your family.

If you're looking specifically for ski resorts near NYC, check out our guide to the best family-friendly ski areas near NYC and our comprehensive Guide to Skiing and Snow Sports, which offers more options in the tri-state area, New England, and even California. And, don't forget to check our Guide to Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for all the information, tips, and advice you need when it's time to plan your family's next trip—no matter the season.

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