Westchester Kids Guide: Fun Things to Do

The best things to do, see, and go to with school-age Westchester children.

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Enjoy some quality family time at the Castle Fun Center's mini-golf course.
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The spectacular ropes course at WildPlay Jones Beach gives climbers thrilling views of the beach. Photo by Diana Kim
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The zero-depth entry at Willson's Waves makes it a perfect pool for tots. Photo courtesy of Willson's Waves
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Gaze at the rainbow-hued hot-air balloons as they are inflated and take to the sky during the Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival and book your own balloon ride. Photo courtesy of the festival
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