Our Sneak Peek at Elephant Valley (Spoiler: Kids Will Be Obsessed)

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Welcome to Elephant Valley at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park!

I got to take a sneak peek at the new Elephant Valley at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and I can sum it up in one word: WOW. I took my daughter with me to check it out, as she adores animals but has refused to visit zoos since she was a little girl. She hates seeing animals locked up in small enclosures. I do too. But, in keeping with the whole ethos of the San Diego Safari Park, the Elephant Valley is more of a biological preserve and conservation area than it is a traditional zoo. We were both so impressed—and thrilled!

It’s almost 13 acres of wandering, playful elephants. It’s educational, beautiful, and thoughtful—taking into account the needs and comfort of both elephants and humans. Here’s the scoop on the new Elephant Valley, including when it opens, what ages this is best for, and how much tickets cost.

For another animal adventure near San Diego, check out my visit to the Oasis Camel Dairy. For complete San Diego coverage, don't miss our San Diego Family Travel Guide.

Year of the Horse Horoscopes for Kids: Are You Lucky This Year?

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Disney California Adventure Park's Lunar New Year Celebration is so much fun for kids! Photo courtesy of Disneyland

The Year of the Horse begins on Feb. 17, 2026.  Kids born February 18th or later this year will be horses. What does that mean? What kind of year will this be for each Chinese Zodiac sign?

The Year of the Horse is full of motion, confidence, and big ideas—a kind of energy kids tend to feel deeply. Whether your child was born in a Horse year or belongs to another Chinese Zodiac sign, this year invites growth, curiosity, and plenty of learning.

Just like you can have fun reading your Western zodiac horoscope, you can kick off the Year of the Horse with your Chinese Zodiac horoscope!

These horoscopes are meant to be fun and conversation-starting, not predictive. It’s a light way to explore Lunar New Year traditions while talking about hopes and plans for the year ahead. So find your sign (and that of each of your children) and see what’s in store this year! Then keep reading to get some fun ideas for ways to celebrate Lunar New Year together.

Braves Fest, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, and More Things to Do this Weekend in Atlanta with Kids

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Train enthusiasts flock to Southern Museum this weekend for the popular model train display event. Photo courtesy Southern Museum

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

This weekend brings the return of two of our favorite Atlanta events: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Glow-N-Fire rolls into State Farm Arena Saturday and Sunday, and promises to be even bigger and hotter than last year. Plus, after a year off, Braves Fest is back! Baseball fans can snag player autographs, player photos, and enjoy interactive experiences. Oh, and it's free! Read on to find out details on these events and more! 

Orlando FamilyFest, Illuminate Lantern Fest, and More Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend With Kids

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Enjoy countless culinary options at SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival, kicking off this weekend. Photo courtesy SeaWorld Orlando

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

Still haven’t made it to the Illuminate Lantern Festival at Aquatica? This Friday is your last chance! Plus, it’s the first weekend of SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Food Festival. The fun doesn’t stop there —catch Orlando FamilyFest at Dezerland Park; head to UCF for Baseball & Softball FanFest and a Basketball Block Party; visit Luminary Park for the Celebrate Lunar Festival; and venture to Oakland for the annual Oakland Heritage Day. Keep reading for all this and more !

Whale Fiesta, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Exhibit, and More Top Things To Do in Los Angeles This Weekend

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Join Linus' cowboy jamboree and hang with the whole PEANUTS gang this weekend at Knott's. Photo courtesy of Knott's Berry Farm

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend? Here are some of our favorite events and activities to add to your list this weekend

Looking for fun things to do this weekend in LA? Join the Club! Discovery Cube LA opens Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: The Exhibit. Minnie and friends need help putting together a party for Pluto, and I'm ready to lend a hand, baking, decorating and playing along to make the day special.

JLA celebrates its annual Tu B'Shevat Festival. The fun for "New Year for the Trees" includes bounce houses, art projects, animal interactions, balloon twisting, and return of the roller rink.

And the whales are back! Cabrillo Marine Aquarium marks the return of whale watching season with its annual Whale Fiesta. Highlights include life-sized inflatable whales and the famous duct tape Whale Contest - how fun is that!

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