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Learn more about snow at Teatown Reservation's Snow Stories. Photo courtesy of the event

MLK Weekend 2025 in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Best Things To Do with Kids

Parades, service projects, and plenty of fun are on tap for the long weekend.

Roam the the cedar walk and gardens at Caramoor for a free, fun outing. Photo by Gabe Palacio

41 Free Things To Do in Westchester with Kids

Enjoy our big list of no-cost things to do and see throughout the county.

Visit the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum after hours during Family Free Nights. Photo courtesy of the museum

Free Activities for Kids January 2025: 41 Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Put your wallet away: These fun January events are all FREE.

Westchester kids will love a visit during FREE hours at the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum. Photo by KD

Guide to Free Fun Things to Do with Westchester Kids

Find the best FREE kids activities in Westchester.

Kids can peek into the marine life in the aquariums at the Marine Education Center in Mamaroneck. Photo by Susan Miele

19 Free Things To Do Indoors in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Indoor Places to Play

Escape the elements with free fun at these indoor destinations.

Galactic snow tubing at Camelback offers an LED light show come nightfall.

Best Snow Tubing near NYC for Families

These slopes in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania offer family-friendly snow tubing.

Castle Fun Center in Chester has a giant inflatable park, a rock wall, laser tag, and more. Photo by Katherine Dhurandhar

15 Family Fun Centers in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Kids will burn up some energy and have an awesome time at these indoor amusement parks.

Peppa Pig is coming to Legoland New York with an all-new playground opening in 2025. Photo courtesy of Legoland New York

17 Awesome Family-Friendly Destinations that Opened in 2024, Plus What's Coming in 2025

How many of our top picks have you visited and what's on your 2025 bucket list?

Kids can climb the walls at the Cliffs in Valhalla. Photo courtesy of the Cliffs

32 Things To Do on a Rainy Day Indoors in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Consider this your go-to guide for fun when the weather won't cooperate.

Grab a colorful treat at Harley's Sweet Shop in Woodstock. Photo courtesy of the shop

25 Best Things To Do in Woodstock, NY, with Kids

This artsy Catskills town is a year-round destination for families.

Westchester & Hudson Valley Winter Vacation Guide

Discover the best things to do with kids in Westchester & the Hudson Valley this winter.

Guide to Indoor Fun for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids

Top indoor fun for kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley.

Touch the soft rabbits at the Greenburgh Nature Center's petting zoo in Scarsdale. Photo courtesy of the center

Best Animal Petting Zoos near Westchester and the Hudson Valley Where Kids Can Meet Animals

Here are the best places in the region to visit cute farm animals.

Peekskill, NY, is a lovely riverfront community that acts an the unofficial gateway to the Hudson Valley.

25 Best Things To Do in Peekskill, NY, with Kids

The unofficial gateway to the Hudson Valley, here are our favorite Peekskill haunts.

Explore what makes things fly with the Westchester Children's Museum's Wind Tunnel Design Challenge. Photo courtesy of the museum

Visiting the Westchester Children's Museum in Rye: New and Ongoing Exhibits

The Rye museum has fun new offerings and regular programming for kids.

Romp through the woods in the beautiful Catskills. Photo by Deborah Dadlani

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From skiing to swimming, NY's Catskills offer tons of family fun just a few hours away.

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Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Westchester, from fully virtual enrichment...

The Play Place in Elmsford is one of Westchester's top indoor play spaces.

Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Westchester

These are the best places for kids to play indoors this winter.

Tig & Peach offers drop-in, no reservations required, open play 7 days a week.

7 Indoor Playgrounds in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for a Wild Romp

These spots are perfect for sliding, jumping, crawling, and hanging.

Friends young and old enjoy the attractions and Legoland New York, the first major theme park in the Northeast in 40 years.

Legoland New York: A Guide to Visiting the Hudson Valley Theme Park with Kids

This sprawling theme park offers tons of fun for young thrill seekers.

Aspiring artists love the 3-hour workshops at MADE Art Studio in Mamaroneck,

Free and Affordable Summer Camps in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

These summer camp options offer plenty of fun at a reasonable cost.

Tour the Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze, an annual rite of fall. Courtesy Historic Hudson Valley

100 Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley Before Kids Grow Up

Here are all the must-do activities in the region. How many have you checked off?

Summer camps are a great way to make new friends and develop new skills

Summer Camps Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids

Find a great summer camp in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for your kid with our guide to nature...

These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

Kids love a birthday party filled with games and pizza at Chuck E. Cheese. Photo courtesy of Chuck E. Cheese

Best Fun Restaurants for Kids' Birthdays in Westchester

These Westchester eateries are perfect for bday celebrations!

Head to the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum from 5-8 pm on the third Saturday of the month to explore the museum for free, Photo by the author

Free Museums and Museum Days in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Check out these great venues that won't cost a cent!

Kids can run, swing, slide, and even make music at Sally’s Dream Playground in Montgomery. Photo by Katherine Dhurandhar

Top Playgrounds in Westchester and the Hudson Valley Worth Driving To

Here are our destination-worthy picks for playgrounds throughout the region.

The Ausable Chasm has been described as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks and it's one of our top 100 things to do in New York State with kids. Photo by Anna Fader

100 Things To Do in New York State with Kids Before They Grow Up

Your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in NY as a family.

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

67 Easy Science Experiments for Kids To Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting. Photo by Sara Marentette

Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects

Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play.

These kids' movies are classic hits!

75 Best Movies for Kids: Top Family Movie Night Ideas

These classic family movies include wild adventures, sci-fi, and coming-of-age tales.

Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Westchester & the Hudson Valley

Find new playgrounds, nature hikes, and great parks to explore.

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Learn more about snow at Teatown Reservation's Snow Stories. Photo courtesy of the event

MLK Weekend 2025 in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Best Things To Do with Kids

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Roam the the cedar walk and gardens at Caramoor for a free, fun outing. Photo by Gabe Palacio

41 Free Things To Do in Westchester with Kids

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Join the STEAM-themed winter wonderland at Westchester Children's Museum all weekend long. Photo courtesy of the museum

Best Things To Do with Kids this Weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

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Tig & Peach offers drop-in, no reservations required, open play 7 days a week.

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The Rye museum has fun new offerings and regular programming for kids.

Your kids can practice being a ninja warrior at the Grit Ninja in Pleasantville.

Ninja Warrior Gyms, Parkour, and Obstacle Courses in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

These obstacle-course gyms offer high-flying fun for high-energy kids.

Widely celebrated as one of the world's leading sculpture parks, Storm King makes for a great family outing. Photo by Eva Schwartz

Best Museums for Kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

These Westchester and Hudson Valley museums offer kid-friendly programming.

Castle Fun Center in Chester has a giant inflatable park, a rock wall, laser tag, and more. Photo by Katherine Dhurandhar

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Kids will burn up some energy and have an awesome time at these indoor amusement parks.

Kids can run, swing, slide, and even make music at Sally’s Dream Playground in Montgomery. Photo by Katherine Dhurandhar

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Connecticut's Mohawk Mountain Ski Area offers endless opportunities for fun in the snow. Photo courtesy of the Mohawk Mountain

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Catch some air on one of the many sledding hills in the Hudson Valley. Photo by Jeremy McKnight on Unsplash.

Best Sledding Hills in the Hudson Valley

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Embrace the slow rhythm of a camel ride on a safari adventure. Photo by Diana Kim

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The historic Kenoza Hall is perched on a hillside, boasts lake-front views, and soon family-friendly bungalows. Photo by the author

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