Busch Gardens is going big in Tampa Bay, investing nearly $40 million into its local parks, including the water park Adventure Island. And this means even more family-friendly fun for you to experience!
The Wild Oasis Realm at Jungala, “North America’s most immersive kid-friendly adventure realm”, will open at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on May 30, 2025, to pass members and June 6 to all other guests!
Discover Wonders of Wetlands at Great Explorations, an interactive exhibit teaching kids about Florida’s ecosystems and water conservation.
Discover the new hotel rooms at LEGOLAND Florida, designed for family fun with LEGO DUPLO, NINJAGO, and Friends-themed adventures.
Discover the magic of nature and Disney combined at the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival 2025. From enchanting topiaries to family-friendly activities, this guide offers everything parents need for a memorable visit with their kids.
Experience a pirate adventure in the heart of Downtown Tampa during a 1.5-hour interactive cruise aboard the Lost Pearl. Be sure to have yer cameras ready!
Discover how BayCare Kids partners with Clearwater Marine Aquarium to teach kids about wellness, with Dr. Christina Canody sharing health tips.
Keep your cool at one of our favorite water parks in Tampa Bay! From theme parks to community parks, we’re dishing on all of our top spots!
Alert! There’s a new MOSI exhibit opening soon! We’re giving you an inside look at Grossology, opening 9/14, all about the gross stuff our bodies do that will make you giggle and gasp!
Did you know that the Florida State Fair used to be celebrated with Gasparilla? We’re sharing the deets on these two beloved Tampa events.
It’s going to be another exciting year with NEW ways to play in 2025 in Tampa Bay with new exhibits to experience, a record-breaking planetarium, and so much more!!
Come aboard with us as we share our adventure on The Lost Pearl’s ‘A Pirate’s Christmas Cruise’ in Downtown Tampa!
Best-selling video game Minecraft is coming to life in an ALL-NEW attraction! Check out what we know so far and when to expect this new immersive experience!
After 3 weeks of being closed after flooding from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Clearwater Marine Aquarium is sharing their story of resilience.
Come one; come all to downtown Tampa and go under the deep boo sea for Guppyween at the Florida Aquarium on October 26 and 27, 2024!
It takes a village to raise a child – a familiar adage for parents. The same holds true for manatee rescue and rehabilitation, and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is part of that village for Tampa Bay Area manatees. As of August 12, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Manatee Rehabilitation Center (MRC) is now open! Dr….
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort! Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party is back with an ALL-NEW and super-awesome Monster Skytacular Drone Show! We’re sharing the inside scoop.
This summer, the Glazer Children’s Museum invites Tampa families to dive into the whimsical world of Eric Carle with the “Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit.” On display through Sept. 8, this enchanting exhibit brings the beloved author and illustrator’s vibrant stories to life, promising an unforgettable adventure for visitors…
Take a sneak peek at the ALL NEW Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay!
Brick Fan Expo is returning to Tampa August 10-11 at The Florida State Fairgrounds. Check out what you can expect at this brick-tastic LEGO fan event!
It’s summer in Florida, which means the heat is ON! What better way to cool off than by splashing around at a water park? One of our favorite ways to keep cool when the weather is hot is to spend the day at Adventure Island, Tampa’s island paradise. The park is chock full of thrilling…
Our ultimate parent’s guide to the best rides at SeaWorld Orlando includes height requirements and ways to skip long lines.
Dive into summer family fun at ZooTampa! From the cool thrills of Roaring Springs to the brand NEW Aussie Trek, there’s an adventure for every age. Make unforgettable memories and stay cool all summer long!
Discover the magic behind LEGOLAND Florida’s iconic LEGO creations with a glimpse into the Master Builder Workshop. Led by enthusiasts turned professionals, we’re taking you where imagination meets reality, in a hyper-organized way!
Dive into the heart of conservation with the Florida Aquarium’s expanded Coral Conservation & Research Center. Witness groundbreaking efforts in coral restoration and learn how you can contribute to safeguarding our oceans for future generations.
From the new Australia Realm to future expansions, discover how each visit supports vital wildlife preservation efforts and educates the next generation.
Prepare to become the ultimate race car driver at the NEW Ferrari Build & Race Experience at LEGOLAND Florida Resort!
Manatees are among Tampa Bay’s natural gifts. Aquatic mammals and herbivores, manatees spend spring days swaying through our area’s warming waters. Endangered species, manatees don’t thrive in water colder than 68 degrees. With no natural predators, cold temperatures and boat propellors are manatees’ greatest threats. Through more than 20 years of life-saving work, ZooTampa’s world-renowned…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…and the most wonderful time to save with new awesome LEGOLAND Florida deals!
Plunge into Florida’s whimsical weirdness at Fairgrounds St Pete’s celebration of all things that make Florida weird, wacky, and wonderful.
2024 is going to be huge in Tampa Bay with NEW rides, attractions, and experiences for families—and we are loving it!
If the weather outside is not so ideal, don’t fret! There are tons of awesome indoor things to do with kids around Tampa Bay including trampoline parks, arcades, museums, and more!
We’re sharing our 5 favorite things to do with the kids during the holidays at Universal Orlando from Grinchmas, Harry Potter and more!
Check out MORPH’D, the all-new exhibit from The Florida Aquarium where you can meet some weirdly wonderful, and unique creatures such as axolotls, chameleons, and even bird poop frogs!
Chris LaFace, president and CEO at RIPA & Associates, along with his wife, Angela (a critical care surgeon who recently paused her career for increased family time), made a groundbreaking donation and support the Big John exhibit as presenting sponsors.
How great is it to have Orlando just down the road from Tampa? This summer is filled with all sorts of new fun things to do including new character meet and greets, new rides, and MORE!
Join us as we take you on a deep dive into what to expect when you walk underwater with The Florida Aquarium’s SeaTREK experience! Kids as young as 10 can participate too!
Pack the kids in the car and head on I-4 for a family fun day at ICON Park Orlando. Our picks include the best things to do with kids.
Bluey is heading to Tampa for her first-ever stage show – Bluey’s Big Play! Head to The Straz Center on April 29 & 30 to see Bluey, Bingo, and all your favorite characters come to life!
Lowry Park Zoo’s old Fairyland figurine restoration is underway, thanks to Richard Gonzmart of the 1905 Family Of Restaurants. See them at Ulele.
Need a hotel near Universal or Disney? These are the best hotels for families near Orlando’s theme parks for all budget levels.
Get to know Chris and Ryan Zubrick as the illusionists share their journey in magic, a passion that began in childhood.
Natajassa Prose of @proseandcompany is sharing what it’s like to spend the day at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park with the kids!
The newest ride at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the Serengeti Flyer, is the world’s tallest and fastest of its kind and we’ve got the details!
It’s incredible how a magic show can bring out the kid in all of us. Visit Zubrick Magic Theatre for a night your family will never forget!
Check out the NEW Florida Children’s Museum at Lakeland’s Bonnet Springs Park! The Florida Children’s Museum is fun for the whole family!
With several significant new projects in the works, MOSI is working hard to create a bright future for one of Tampa’s iconic institutions.
Get to know the magicians of Zubrick Magic Theatre in St. Pete, Ryan and Chris Zubrick as they share their family story of living life authentically.
Natajassa Prose of @proseandcompany is sharing how she planned a YES DAY at Universal Studios for her kids.
As MOSI looks to the future, a new leader is helping to pave the way. Meet MOSI’s new President and CEO, John Graydon Smith.
See Tampa Bay in a while new away as you soar through the treetops. We’re sharing our top picks of places to zip lining in Tampa Bay.
With over 90 different science camps to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect camp to capture your children’s interest all summer.
Our media partners at Tampa Bay Date Night Guide are sharing some awesome local drive-in movie theaters to experience with the family!
Learn all the best ways to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary with your kids. Read our tips from character experiences to dining.
TreeUmph is a family-friendly obstacle course adventure that consists of many rope bridges, plank walking, rope swinging, wall climbing, and most important of all, ziplining! And all this is done while at 60 feet up in the air! TreeUmph, located in Bradenton, has seven intensity levels for everyone’s preference. I have never tried something like…
ZooTampa ’s Florida Wilds is now open! This new, immersive area features more spacious habitats for native species so they can thrive.
Iron Gwazi officially opens on March 11, but we’re getting a sneak peek of this coaster that’s the world’s TALLEST and STEEPEST hybrid coaster.
There is so much to do this holiday season, both in Tampa Bay and in Orlando. It can be hard to decide what to do. If you have younger kids, especially preschool age, SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration is a must-do. I’ve visited every single Orlando theme park this holiday season, as I tend to do…
Winter the dolphin passes away at Clearwater Marine Aquarium at 16 years old after fighting an intestinal infection.
ZooTampa Wildlife Explorer Quest is an exciting new way to interact with the Zoo! Kids go on a quest to find and learn about animals!
