Is Santa real? At some point in their young lives, nearly every kid who celebrates Christmas will ask that question. And more often than not, their parent will break into a sweat as they struggle to come up with an answer.

If your child suddenly asks the big question this holiday season, there's no need to panic. Read on for what parents and experts say are the best ways to handle the question, "Is Santa real?"

And remember: Even when a kid stops believing in Santa Claus, the spirit of Christmas is still alive. Our Guide to Christmas Activities and Holiday Fun for Kids includes Christmas crafts, holiday movies, and many more ways to make the season magical.

Toys For Tots, USPS Operation Santa, and many other organizations collect new toys every holiday season to deliver to kids in need throughout New Jersey. Read on for ways your family can donate toys in NJ and spread some holiday cheer.

And be sure to check out other feel-good holiday ideas, like our holiday and Thanksgiving volunteer opportunities for families, in our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in New Jersey.

Holiday lights shows have become a seasonal staple in NYC, but a visit to the brand-new Tianyu Lights Festival in Queens was a stunning surprise. We oohed and awed as we traversed the 1 1/2-mile trail that's taken up residence in the Citi Field parking lot this season.

A dazzling combination of brightly colored Chinese lanterns, LED lights, cutting-edge technology, and even an infinity room made the Tianyu Lights Festival the most dynamic holiday lights display we've ever seen.

Read on for our take on this must-do holiday event in NYC and find more seasonal fun in our NYC Kids Guide to the Holidays.

Scoop up bottomless fun at Boston's Museum of Ice Cream!

A new addition to the Long Island holiday activity scene, Sayville Falls Miniature Golf is illuminating its grounds with a holiday light show and winter garden.

Upon arrival, our brood of five couldn't decide what we wanted to explore first. This year-round attraction hit a hole-in-one with its well-executed winter wonderland. Read on for our full review and what you should know before you go. 

For more seasonal festivities, check out our Long Island Guide to Holiday Fun, including our list of 25 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities on Long Island.

Relax and let these amazing Connecticut restaurants handle Christmas dinner!

Leave the cooking to these fine restaurants open on Christmas 2024 in Boston.

Don't feel like cooking this year? Here are 15 restaurants open on Christmas Day in the DC area.

You've decked the halls, trimmed the trees, and bought the presents. Now it's time to plan your holiday dinner. If you've run out of steam, don't stress. There are several restaurants open on Christmas in DC and the surrounding areas that will give your family a memorable meal without all the cooking and cleanup.

Here are 15 family-friendly restaurants open on Christmas in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia in 2024. Many of these restaurants are serving up special Christmas menus, and most are offering special pricing for children. Make reservations soon, as these restaurants open on Christmas are sure to fill up quickly!

For ideas on fun things to do with kids before or after your Christmas meal, check out our Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for DC Kids, which includes our roundup of what is open on Christmas Day near DC.