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Little ones love to stretch their legs on the trails and explore nature all around. Photo by Sara M.

Short Hikes for Toddlers and Preschoolers in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

These strolls are just right for little legs.

Pitch in for Parks. Photo courtesy of Westchester Parks Foundaion

Best Things To Do in Westchester in April With Kids: Easter, Earth Day, Fairy Hunt

Grab your calendars: Here are April's must-dos for Westchester families.

See beautiful blossoms and celebrate spring at the annual Peekskill Cherry Blossom Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival

Spring Festivals and Fairs in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

We can't wait to celebrate spring at these family-friendly events!

Spring Activity Guide for Westchester Kids

Our favorite activities to do with kids this spring!

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Kids can run, swing, slide, and even make music at Sally’s Dream Playground. Photo by the author

Top Playgrounds in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

With playgrounds newly reopened, here are our destination worthy picks.

The 2021 Online Camp Fair opens this April!

Our Online Camp Fair Is Back! Sign Up for Free, Live Demos

Learn about in-person and virtual summer camps –– from the comfort of home.

Thanks to its history as a tony estate, Untermyer Gardens is a grand urban oasis worth exploring. Photo courtesy of the Garden

5 Things To Love About Untermyer Gardens in Yonkers

This urban oasis is a bit of a hidden gem, but well worth visiting.

Register in advance for a pancake brunch, self-guided nature hikes, syrup demos, live music and more at The Ashokan Center's Annual Maple Fest. Photo courtesy of the Center.

20 Spring Activities for Westchester Kids

Get out and enjoy the new season with these family-friendly picks for springtime fun.

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

Summer Camps Guide for Westchester Kids

Find a great summer camp in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for your child including nature...

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Get ready to jump and play and The Play Place.

Top Indoor Play Spaces Open Now for Westchester Kids

The best places for tots to teens to play indoors this winter.

New Amusement Park Rides Coming to the Tristate Area for Summer 2021

We've got a sneak peek of the thrilling new rides coming to area theme parks.

V.E .Macy Park makes for a fun diversion from your Empire State Trail trek.

Empire State Trail With Kids: Family-Friendly Local Sections to Explore

Whether you run, ride, or walk, you've got to explore this 750-mile trail!

10 Great Hikes with Kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

These hikes in Westchester and the Hudson Valley are all favorites with kids!

Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Westchester

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

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The Greenburgh Nature Center offers a variety of fun and engaging family programs. Photo courtesy of the Center

What’s Open Now in Westchester For Kids

Here are all the places open and welcoming families in Westchester right now.

The TWA Hotel isn't far from home, but offers a little mid-century glam and some unique views.

Family-Friendly Hotels for a New York Staycation

Gotta get away but don't want to go far? We've got a hotel for that.

Sleep in the open-air Hive Cabins at Aloha Camp. Photo courtesy of the Aloha Foundation

20 Great Summer Sleepaway Camps in the Northeast

If sleepaway camp is on your summer wishlist, it's time to book.

Kids classes like judo help kids learn new skills

Classes Guide for Westchester Kids

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

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With a watch party, kids can see movies with friends again! Photo by Ketut Subiyanto/Pexels

How To Have a Netflix Party for Kids

See a movie with friends, right from your own couch.

MADE offers several different party options in-studio or online via Zoom, materials included.

Where to Host Birthday Parties For Westchester Kids in 2021

These local venues and vendors are taking pandemic parties to the next level.

Build trains, cars, houses, and creatures with cardboard boxes!

50+ Genius Cardboard Box Crafts and Activities for Kids

Turn empty boxes into cool race tracks, costumes, and playhouses!

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Everyone can make their own pizza just the way they like it!

Quick Pizzas & Pizza Dough Recipes for Family Night

These recipes are easy, cheesy, and kid-pleasey.

Boredom Busters for Kids

Crafts, recipes, games, projects, and experiments to spark kids' imaginations!

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At-Home Guide for Families: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

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Beacon, New York, offers a picturesque Main Street to explore and plenty more family-friendly destinations.

35 Things to Do with Kids in Beacon on a Hudson Valley Day Trip

There's fun to be had in all seasons at this cute Hudson Valley town.

Lake Minnewaska draws you into the stunning preserve that bears its name.

7 Things to Do at Minnewaska State Park Preserve With Kids

Minnewaska State Park is a family-friendly all-season destination.

At-Home Guide for Families: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

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New York's Hudson Valley has tons of kid-friendly hiking trials to choose from. Photo courtesy of Hike It Baby

Easy New York State Park Hikes for Families

These kid-friendly trails are perfect for exploring nature with the whole family.

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

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

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

Pull out a block, place it on top but don't let the tower fall in the fun and challenging Jenga.

Best Board Games for All Ages: Two Dozen Picks for Family Game Night

Pandemic playtime is lots of fun with these all-ages pleasing picks.

25 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

Try our list of 25 easy indoor exercise ideas to get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers

DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.

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

Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects for Creative At-Home Fun

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

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These programs teach kids how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

50 Best Kids' Movies for Family Movie Night

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

Hand them a pail and a spoon, er, shovel, and let kids dig in the dirt.

Outdoor Fun with Kids: 30 Ways to Get Messy in the Backyard

Build a ladybug house, splatter paint, or just dig in the dirt!

13 Simple Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Do at Home

Create popsicle stick monsters, tinfoil Easter eggs, and more easy crafts with tots.

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Enjoy art in the great outdoors at the Katonah Arts Center's summer camp. Photo courtesy of the Center

Summer Art Camps for Westchester Kids

These art camps let creativity take center stage during summer break.

Legoland New York Resort is poised for a springtime opening thanks to Governor Andrew Cuomo's recent announcement. Photo courtesy of Legoland

Amusement Parks, Summer Camps Get Green Light to Reopen in New York

We've got some good news when it comes to summer plans.

Tropical fish, rays, sharks and more are on view at Sea Life Aquarium.

Sea Life Aquarium, Legoland Discovery Center Set to Open May 4 at American Dream

The NYC-themed aquarium will open along with the new Legoland Discovery Center.

Access to Olana’s 250-acre landscape is free, and a visit is a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors. Photo courtesy of the State Historic Site

Day Trip to Olana State Historic Site to See Frederic Church's Living Masterpiece

This grand estate gives visitors a glimpse of all the Hudson Valley offers.

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama is a living legend thanks to her whimsical, awe-inspiring installations.

Kusama: Cosmic Nature Set to Debut in April at NYBG

Yayoi Kusama gets her pandemic-delayed time in the sun.

DIA Beacon offers more than 240,000-square-feet of light-drenched gallery space for its larger-than-life masterpieces.

Exploring DIA Beacon the Hudson Valley's Large-Scale Art Destination

See unique art in a warehouse-like space perfect for social distancing.

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