Spotlight Westchester
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
These great sledding hills are perfect for kids looking to escape cabin fever.
At Moe's Southwestern Grill, kids eat free on Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entree. Photo courtesy of the restaurant
Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
These eateries throughout the region offer free or discounted kids' meal specials.
Westchester has sledding hills for everyone from tots to teens. Photo by Marisa Iallonardo
Best Sledding Hills in Westchester for Kids
Here's where to head when the flakes start to fly this winter.
Westchester kids will love a visit during FREE hours at the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum. Photo by KD
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Guide to Free Fun Things to Do with Westchester Kids
Find the best FREE kids activities in Westchester.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
This is 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.
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Westchester & Hudson Valley Winter Vacation Guide
Discover the best things to do with kids in Westchester & the Hudson Valley this winter.
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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
40 Best Things To Do in the Catskills with Kids
From skiing to swimming, NY's Catskills offer tons of family fun just a few hours away.
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Classes Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids
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.
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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
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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.
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Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Westchester & the Hudson Valley
Find new playgrounds, nature hikes, and great parks to explore.
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Boredom Busters for Kids
Find crafts for kids, games, and more projects to spark kids' imaginations!

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Little Explorers at Muscoot Farm
Muscoot Farm - 9:30 AM Pick
Musical Tuesdays at the Pound Ridge Library
Pound Ridge Library - 10:30 AM Pick
Kids Creations at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum - 12:00 PM Pick
Planetarium Show at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum - 1:00 PM Pick
Lego Club at the Croton Free Library
Croton Free Library - 2:45 PM Pick
Musical Wednesdays at Pound Ridge Library
Pound Ridge Library - 10:30 AM Pick
Fiesta! with Flor at Croton Free Library
Croton Free Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Mother Goose Storytime at the North Castle Public Library
North White Plains Library - 11:00 AM Pick
STEAM Lab at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum - 11:00 AM Pick
Music 'N Motion at the Hendrick Hudson Free Library
Hendrick Hudson Free Library - 1:30 PM Pick
Fun with Puppets at Ruth Keeler Library
Ruth Keeler Library - 10:30 AM Pick
Music and Movement with Lori Cohen at Croton Free Library
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STEAM Lab at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum - 11:00 AM Pick
Drop-in Craft at the North Castle Public Library
North Castle Public Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Bounce the Baby at North Castle Public Library
North White Plains Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Music with Zev at Will Library
Yonkers Public Library - Will Branch - 11:15 AM Pick
Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground at the Yonkers Riverfront Library
Yonkers Riverfront Library - 11:45 AM Pick
Kids Creations at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
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Fun Friday Art at Pound Ridge Library
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S'more Fest in Wappingers Falls
Schlathaus Park - 6:00 PM Pick
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Wonder Village Winter Ball
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Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society at Rockefeller Preserve
Rockefeller State Park Preserve - 8:00 AM Pick
Moana's Island Adventure Party at Shake it Off
Shake it Off Co. - 9:30 AM Pick
Safety Sally’s Firetruck Pinewood Derby at FASNY
FASNY Museum of Firefighting - 10:30 AM Pick
Paint Your Own Pottery at Cornell Creative Arts Center
Cornell Creative Arts Center - 10:00 AM Pick
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Immaculate Heart of Mary Open House
Immaculate Heart of Mary School - 11:30 AM
Lunar New Year: The Year of the Wood Snake at Teatown Lake Reservation
Teatown Lake Reservation - 1:00 PM Pick
Beacon Spring Lantern Workshop - Year of the Snake at the Howland Public Library
Howland Public Library - 1:00 PM Pick
Animal Tracks at Read Sanctuary
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary - 2:00 PM Pick
"Shrek" the Musical at the Rhinebeck Center for Performing Arts
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck - various times Pick
Baby Songs and Stories at the Dobbs Ferry Library
Dobbs Ferry Public Library - 10:30 AM Pick
Baby Rhyme Time at New Rochelle Public Library
New Rochelle Public Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Kid Tech Gaming at Yonkers Riverfront Library
Yonkers Public Library - Riverfront Branch - 11:00 AM Pick
Cuentos in the Cove: Bilingual Storytime at Yonkers Riverfront Library
Yonkers Public Library - Riverfront Branch - 11:00 AM Pick
Lego Dream & Design at Desmond Fish Public Library
Desmond Fish Library - 3:30 PM Pick

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Westchester has sledding hills for everyone from tots to teens. Photo by Marisa Iallonardo
Best Sledding Hills in Westchester for Kids
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Kids explore the great outdoors Hudson Highlands Nature Center. Photo courtesy of the center
School Break Camps in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Winter and Spring Break Camps
Katherine Dhurandhar, Jan 19 - These camps have you covered when school's out. READ MORE
At Moe's Southwestern Grill, kids eat free on Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entree. Photo courtesy of the restaurant
Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
Christina Linehan, Jan 17 - These eateries throughout the region offer free or discounted kids' meal specials. READ MORE
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
Katherine Dhurandhar, Jan 17 - Parades, service projects, and plenty of fun are on tap for the long weekend. READ MORE
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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Day Trips & Getaways from Westchester
Connecticut's Mohawk Mountain Ski Area offers endless opportunities for fun in the snow. Photo courtesy of the Mohawk Mountain
Inexpensive Winter Weekend Getaways from NYC for Families
Drive to one of these family-friendly getaways for a quick weekend escape. READ MORE 
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
These great sledding hills are perfect for kids looking to escape cabin fever. READ MORE 
Embrace the slow rhythm of a camel ride on a safari adventure. Photo by Diana Kim
Best Family Travel of 2024: Our Favorite Cities, Beaches, Hotels, and More Vacation Ideas
Check out all the amazing places we visited in 2024! READ MORE 
The historic Kenoza Hall is perched on a hillside, boasts lake-front views, and soon family-friendly bungalows. Photo by the author
15 Family-Friendly Catskills Resorts for Your Next Weekend Getaway
The Catskills are far enough to feel like an escape and close enough for a weekend trip. READ MORE 
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. READ MORE 
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. READ MORE