INSIDE LOOK: What to expect at Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2025
Howl-O-Scream returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on September 5, 2025 and we’re dishing on all the details to help you plan a night of fright!
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7+ Spookiest Haunted Houses Around Tampa Bay!
Halloween is on the horizon! What better way to get into the spooky spirit than to experience a haunted house?
The Most Adorable Places to Celebrate Christmas on the Farm in Tampa Bay
From single-day special events to family-friendly holiday events on the farms on weekends, there will be so much to explore and experience this year! Since we are still awaiting details for many of the holiday events this year, be sure to bookmark this page and revisit us. We will continue to update this post as…
Where to Celebrate Free Museum Day in Tampa Bay
Free Museum Day is on September 20, 2025! Check out the participating museums around Tampa Bay where you can take advantage of free admission.
Smiling Through It All: The Joyful Legacy of Dr. Michael McIlwain
Remembering the joyful legacy of Dr. Michael Mcilwain and what he meant to his patients and the Tampa Bay community.
Planning An Epic Family Night Out at the Disney Descendants/Zombies Tour in Tampa Bay
What to expect from the Disney Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour in Tampa, including songs, cast appearances, VIP upgrades, and more!
Kids Get in Free this Month at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor’s Complex
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is offering FREE, one-day admission to kids ages 3 – 11 during the month of September in celebration of “Future Voyagers Month”.
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Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine to debut September 6 at MOSI
Can a machine think like you? Learn like you? Starting September 6, visitors at MOSI can find out in a brand-new way with the opening of Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine, a hands-on exhibit that makes the world of AI exciting, accessible, and unforgettable.
Savor the Season: Dine-In Spots for Christmas Brunch
You’ve got a lot on your plate during the holidays, so we’ve compiled the best list of places for Christmas brunch!
Tampa Bay’s BEST Restaurants for Christmas Dinner, Including To-Go Options!
The Best Christmas Dinner Spots in Tampa Bay – from Sit Down Restaurants to Amazing To Go Christmas Meals!
The BEST Free and Cheap Holiday Events in Tampa Bay
We’re sharing our favorite free and cheap holiday events and Christmas events in Tampa Bay to help you save!
Where to find the most DAZZLING Christmas lights in Tampa Bay
Christmas Lights are starting to Sparkle in Tampa Bay! Get into the Holiday Spirit with a stroll or drive by these beautiful Christmas lights!
Celebrating National Walk To School Day
National Walk to School Day is Wednesday, October 8th, and this year will mark Tampa Bay’s biggest and best celebration in history!
A Hub of Wellness and Growth: An Inside Look at Hillsborough County Children’s Board Family Resource Centers
An Inside Look at Hillsborough County Children’s Board Family Resource Center and how they promote healthy child development.
The BEST Things to Do with Kids at EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays
From the best eats to the best storytellers, here are the best things to do with kids at EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays 2023.
AHOY! Let’s board a Pirate’s Christmas Cruise on the Lost Pearl!
Come aboard with us as we share our adventure on The Lost Pearl’s ‘A Pirate’s Christmas Cruise’ in Downtown Tampa!
Rooted in Learning: Local Farm Helping to Grow Young Minds at Corbett Prep
The Lawrance family teaches life lessons to students at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS in Tampa through a new raised-bed garden system.
Tampa Bay Boy Inspires Book Series
Meet the local 6-year-old boy who became the inspiration for the book “A Boy with Blue Dino Glasses.”
YA BY THE BAY’s Story Warrior Festival coming to Tampa this month
Meet Goosebumps legend R.L. Stine, meet bestselling author Tiffany D. Jackson, and more YA BY THE BAY: Story Warrior Festival.
7 Easy Meatless Dinners for Busy School Nights
Work smarter, not harder with these easy meatless dinners that you can whip up between carpool runs.
Discover the Life Lessons Through Fall Sports at the Y
Fall is the perfect time to get your kids moving, learning and having fun through YMCA fall sports.
Moms to Know: LOL with the Mom Group Chat Podcast
Get to know Candace Donnelly and Whitney Williams, co-hosts of the popular parenting podcast, Mom Group Chat.
Innovative Tech Resources for Children at Your Public Library
Check out the Hillsborough County Public Library’s collection of hands-on kids’ tech for fostering curiosity and igniting a passion for learning in children.
The Play List: Great Explorations Children’s Museum in St. Pete
Check out why Great Explorations children’s museum in St. Petersburg is the perfect place to unleash your toddler’s imagination and creativity!
Kids to Know: Miller and Linden Brown
Triathlon siblings, Miller and Linden Brown, are making waves in Tampa Bay and sharing advice for other kids who dream of crossing the finish line.
Teacher to Know: Madeline Olivera- 5th-grade teacher at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS
Teaching is a calling, and for Madeline Olivera, a fifth-grade math teacher at Corbett Prep in Tampa, it was a lifelong dream to share her love of learning with a new generation of students. Olivera gets to share this love of education at one of the most unique schools in the Tampa Bay Area, where…
Carson’s Journey: Positivity, Purpose, and the Power of Giving
Sixteen-year-old Carson Scoville is strong. Despite two cancer diagnoses, countless treatments and a recent genetic finding that increases his risk for developing cancer, he stays positive. This summer, Carson learned he has Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS), a rare inherited condition caused by mutations in the TP53 tumor suppressor gene. Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital pediatric hematologist-oncologist…
Backpack Safety 101 for Parents: Keeping Your Child’s Back Healthy and Strong
Check out this quick at-home backpack safety check for parents from the experts at After Hour Pediatrics to help support growing bodies.
Aliyah is Cured of Sickle Cell Disease at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
Discover how doctors at Johns Hopkins All Children’s were able to cure a patient born with sickle cell disease thanks to her bone marrow donor.
Glazer Children’s Museum Celebrates 15 Years of Play with $15 Admission in September!
This month, the Glazer Children’s Museum is marking a milestone: 15 Years of Play! To celebrate, Florida residents can enjoy $15 admission all September long.
Take a SAFE Seat: Car Seat Safety Tips for our Tiniest Passengers
Among the bottle warmers, sleep technology and adorable crib bedding that you might be putting on your baby registry, there is one thing that is so important that you cannot go home from the hospital without it: your baby’s car seat. In terms of safety, comfort and peace of mind, it may be the most…
Back to School—For the Littlest Learners: Help Your Child Learn and Grow
The Juvenile Welfare Board is sharing science-based tips to help your baby learn and grow during its first transformative 1,000 days.
Play More for Less This Fall at the Tampa YMCA
The YMCA is sharing everything parents need to know about YMCA membership benefits and how the Y works for the entire household.
Awesome Places to Go Trick-or-Treating this Halloween in Tampa Bay
If you’re not up for trick-or-treating in your neighborhood…or even want to snag some treats before Halloween, there are some SPOOKtacular events happening throughout October, including some huge outdoor trick-or-treating events on Halloween weekend!
The BEST Things to Do Labor Day Weekend in Tampa Bay
Our team of local parents has curated this list of awesome things to do Labor Day weekend in Tampa Bay with the kids!
Behind the Scenes: Creating the Magic of Jock Lindsey’s Halloween at Disney Springs
Step behind the scenes of Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs to see how chefs, designers, and Disney teams created its first-ever Halloween transformation with festive food, décor, and vintage tunes.
NEW and Tasty fun at the 2025 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
Take the kids on a culinary adventure around the world at EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival where you can taste and play all day!
Explore Arts Education Classes This Fall At The Marcia P. Hoffman School Of The Arts At Ruth Eckerd Hall!
Discover exciting arts education classes offered this Fall at the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall for students ages 5 and up!
Leading the Way: A Vision for Excellence in Hillsborough County Public Schools
Learn how Van Ayres is shaping excellence in Hillsborough County Public Schools with a focus on growth and goals.
Ask the Doctor: Back-to-School Sleep Routines to Help Kids Focus and Thrive
If your kids are still on summer sleep schedules, this guide to back-to-school sleep routines will help you reset things before the first day.
Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday: Know Before You Go!
Florida’s popular Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday returns in 2025 on Friday, August 1-Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Moms to Know: Dr. Lisa Hayes, Hayes Pediatrics
Read about Dr. Lisa Hayes, a pediatrician and mom, and how she’s building her own practice while navigating motherhood and life’s challenges.
Teacher to Know: Yung Romano, M.Ed., Strawberry Crest High School
Pre-IB Biology teacher at Strawberry Crest High, Yung Ramano, is sharing how STEM students are being prepared for world-changing careers.
Kids to Know: Samira Garcia, 9th Grade, Blake High School Dance Magnet Program
Read how Samira Garcia is embracing her passion for dance at Blake High School and inspiring others to follow their artistic dreams!
Ask the Doctor: How to Help Your Child Mentally Prepare for Hurricane Season
The experts at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital are sharing tips to help families and help kids mentally prepare for hurricane season.
Kids to Know: Kniya Godfrey, 10th Grade, Bloomingdale High School
Learn how Kniya Godfrey helped Bloomingdale’s girls’ basketball team win its first state title and what inspires her on and off the court.
The Play List: Dinosaur World
Read about all the fun waiting for your family at Dinosaur World, including new ride-on dinos, splash pads, fossil digs, and more!
From Preschool to After School: The YMCA Has You Covered This School Year
As we head into the school year, securing reliable, enriching care for your child is key: YMCA Before and After School Programs has you covered.
Kids to Know: Aahan Swain, 7th Grade, Walker Middle Magnet IB World School
Learn how Aahan Swain’s experience in robotics and coding is preparing him for a future in medicine and inspiring others to never give up!
Preventing Tragedy: The Ongoing Crisis of Child Heatstroke Deaths in Hot Cars
Learn why child heatstroke deaths in hot cars continue to happen and the simple steps that can help prevent them.
The Science Behind Why Nature Is the Best Classroom
Find out how nature is the best classroom for early childhood education, from STEM lessons to emotional growth and creativity.
Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH is Changing the Game with State-of-the-Art Technology
Discover how Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH is helping kids feel calm and supported during medical procedures with VR and child life experts.
Bye-Bye Back-to-School Bugs: 7 Fun & Simple Tips for Parents of Little Ones
The experts at After Hours Pediatrics are sharing easy steps parents can take to keep kids healthy as we get ready to dive back into school season.
Monster Jam Returns to Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena in 2025!
Monster Jam is roaring back into Tampa at Benchmark International Arena on August 15-17, 2025! We’re sharing some highlights to know before you go!
Immerse Yourself in the World of Van Gogh and Monet at The Straz Center
Immerse yourself in the world of art during Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet at The Straz Center and experience the artists’ work in a unique new way!
Yes, YOU CAN become a mermaid at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park!
The all-new Weeki Wachee Mermaid Experience is helping mermaid dreams come true -going on now until September 25, 2025!
Who’s in Magic Kingdom’s Disney Starlight Parade? Full Character List for Families
Discover the full character lineup in Disney’s new Starlight parade at Magic Kingdom, including Moana, Bruno, Elsa, and Whimsy the starlight train, plus tips for families planning to watch.
Glazer Children’s Museum Launching Play for Everyone to replace Free Tuesday
This fall, the museum will be replacing its popular Free Tuesdays program with Play for Everyone initiative to give families in need more flexibility and access to the museum.
Celebrate All Things Outer Space at MOSI!
Celebrate the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with your kids at Space Exploration Day at MOSI. Read about all the fun things to do!
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EXTENDED AGAIN: The Busch Gardens + Adventure Island FREE Preschool Card is Back in 2025!
The 2025 Preschool card allows for FREE unlimited visits to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island for children ages 5 and younger through December 31, 2025.
