Melanie Preis
Melanie Preis is a writer, editor, wife, and mom of three (including her beloved bernedoodle). Before joining Mommy Poppins, she worked at StyleBlueprint, Turner Broadcasting, and HowStuffWorks. She loves reading, anything Bravo, art fairs, and, of course, her bernedoodle.
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Spend a night at the museum...literally! These Orlando museums, zoos, and attractions host fun sleepovers for kids of all ages and interests. Whether part of a school event, birthday party, or a club activity, sleepovers at Orlando attractions are fun, exciting ways to experience everyday places in a totally new way. If your child isn't ready for an overnight event, don't worry -- many of these zoos and museums feature late nights, where kids stay for an evening of excitement then eventually head home to get some shut eye.
Take a look at some of our favorite places for Orlando kids to sleepover or spend a late night for a unique experience under the stars!
It's Oktoberfest — bring out the polka bands and lederhosen because it's time to celebrate! Atlanta hosts great Oktoberfest-themed events and activities, including our own Bavarian town, Helen, Georgia! We've gathered some of our favorite Oktoberfest events in Atlanta that will get everyone singing, "oompah, oompah!"
For more awesome fall activities and festivals, check out our Atlanta Fall Guide. We've got up-to-date news and ideas about Halloween, pumpkin patches, and much more!
Celebrate Oktoberfest with the whole fam at kid-friendly Orlando events! Don some lederhosen for the ultimate Oktoberfest fun with the kids. Whether you love Bavarian music, traditional outfits, delicious food, or fun dances, Oktoberfest is a wonderful time for everyone. And of course, mom and dad can enjoy a toppling beer stein during the day's festivities. Take a look at some fun Oktoberfest events in Orlando throughout the month!
The only thing better than Halloween events in Orlando? FREE Halloween events in Orlando! Whether you’re into family-friendly fun or spine-chilling scares—or something in between—everyone loves saving money while soaking in the Halloween spirit. From festive fun to spooky thrills, you can enjoy all the fall festivities without breaking the bank. Plus, with Halloween’s creative flair and sweet treats, discovering a free event near you is easier than ever.
Want more Halloween ideas? Check out our Orlando Halloween Guide for countless local ideas of how to celebrate this sweet and spooky holiday with your family!
Halloween events in Atlanta allow kids (and adults) to celebrate fall, dress up in costumes, and eat WAY too much candy. There are so many Halloween events this year, it's impossible to show up at everything. We've rounded up our favorite Atlanta Halloween events that will have you screaming for joy (and fright)!
Our list of top Halloween events for families in Atlanta include Kids Boo Fest at Six Flags, Stone Mountain Park Pumpkin Festival, a monster parade in Little Five Points, and so much more. Read on for a sweet treat—our top Halloween events in Atlanta—and the trick is to put them in your family calendar. And as always, check our Fun Atlanta Fall Guide for the best local pumpkin patches, fall festivals, corn mazes, and more.
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!
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!
With picky eaters, come tough dining experiences...but food halls can save the day! Orlando food halls offer a tasty variety of cuisines—from colorful desserts to savory dishes—that families can all agree on. Besides delicious food, many of these kid-friendly food halls offer regular events that entertain and engage diners of all ages. Take a look at some of our favorite food halls in Orlando that your family should visit.
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