The Disney Pixar film “Coco” is a colorful celebration of music, family, and Mexican culture, and it’s got some unforgettable tunes, from “Remember Me” to “The World is Mi Familia.” The animated film has so much energy, that it’s no surprise kids love it. Now, aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure, there’s…
Time to gather your girlfriends and celebrate a day that’s all about the strong bond of female friendship – Galentine’s Day!
Get your prehistoric questions ready. Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas opens January 25 at MOSI, Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry, and it’s all about exploring what living, breathing dinosaurs were really like.
Come on out to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to celebrate the pirate-themed Kids Weekends on Saturdays and Sundays from January 25 to February 9, 2025.
Valentine’s Day is about sharing love with those around you. Here are some sweet ways to celebrate together as a family!
The Florida Aquarium wants your Gasparilla beads! In exchange, they’re offering discounts on admisison if you donate!
Shiver me timbers! It’s that time of year again when pirates take over Tampa Bay. Gasparilla, the long-standing Tampa tradition, is celebrating its 107th year at the end of the month. For many, this means getting decked out in their favorite pirate gear and watching the Gasparilla parades along Bayshore. The Parade of Pirates, the…
Allisongs for Tots, the beloved Hyde Park music studio for kids is moving into its brand-new home and throwing a party for families this Tuesday!
Before the parade, pirates will invade the waterways of Tampa for the Gasparilla Flotilla Invasion! Check out our favorite viewing spots.
LEGOLAND Florida will sail into the Children’s Gasparilla event with pre-parade character meet and greets and an AWESOME floats where kids can snag exclusive Gasparilla beads feauring a “Kids Go Free” deal!
The Children’s Gasparilla is Saturday, January 18, 2025, and we’re sharing all of our expert tips on where to park, how to upgrade your day, what to bring, and more!
Celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. this holiday weekend in Tampa Bay. From parades to special events, there is something for every family on our list!
Have a kid who loves dinos? We’re sharing all of the places where you can see dinosaurs in Tampa Bay and even awesome exhibits that are worth the drive!
You only have a limited time to register for the free Junior Space Explorer Pass for kids age 5 and younger
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!
Learn about some of the best foods and activities for kids at the 2024 Epcot International Festival of the Arts.
Monster Jam is roaring back to Tampa Bay for two action-packed shows at Raymond James Stadium on February 1 and 2! We’re sharing some highlights to know before you go!
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!
Gasparilla Pirate Fest is almost here! Plan ahead and know where to park before heading to the Invasion and Parade of Pirates.
We’re chatting with Amy Schmidt, author of Cannonball!, on inspiring women to embrace change and start fresh at any stage of life.
Discover how Corbett Prep students and teachers learned how volunteering creates happiness when they worked together to create their new Watershed Warriors club.
Learn about how the #1 children’s hospital in Florida, Johns Hopkins All Children’s, is expanding to Wesley Chapel with a new 56-bed hospital coming soon!
Discover the benefits of joining the Y this year, from childcare to group exercise classes, to personal training to swimming, youth sports and so much more!
Dr. Jennifer Katzensein shares what brain rot is and how it impacts kids today. Learn her tips to help prevent it and encourage healthier habits.
Discover how public library resources can help you learn, explore, and create new opportunities for your family with free programs and tools.
Discover how the Touchdown Pass Foundation makes football accessible for kids by providing equipment and opportunities to play.
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.
Discover how the PBS series Hope in the Water highlights the importance of sustainable seafood and saving our oceans.
Discover simple and delicious protein lunchboxes that will keep you energized and satisfied throughout your day.
Did your child’s teacher make the list? See who’s been nominated for Teacher of the Year in Hillsborough County for 2024!
Learn all about how Liam Coen combines football and family in his busy life as an offensive coordinator coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Read about Amber Uhler’s story of perseverance, water safety advocacy, and her journey to becoming Mrs. Universe USA 2024.
Discover 7 simple and practical tips to make Meatless Mondays fun, flavorful, and enjoyable for the whole family.
We’re sharing some of our team’s favorite spots to shop for the Children’s Gasparilla and Pirate Fest!
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!!
There are so many unique and FUN ways to ring in 2025 with a Noon Year’s Eve celebration with the kids! We’ve put together this list of some of our favorite family-friendly parties!
We’re sharing some of our favorite New Year’s Eve fireworks displays Tampa Bay, including one event that launches at noon!
Get ready to ring in 2024 with these awesome family-friendly and adults-only New Year’s Eve events around Tampa Bay!
MOSI, Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry, is about to blow your mind as it prepares to unveil Florida’s largest digital dome theater and planetarium – the second largest in the country – inside the iconic blue dome that once housed an outdated IMAX theater.
‘Tis the season for sleigh loads of winter break fun in Tampa Bay! We’re sharing our top picks of things to do!
Here are four different spots to celebrate with Encanto characters like Mirabel and Bruno, and more. There’s even one spot where you won’t need a theme park ticket!
The Best Christmas Dinner Spots in Tampa Bay – from Sit Down Restaurants to Amazing To Go Christmas Meals!
We’re catching up with Jarod Curley, an alumnus of Next Generation Ballet who now dances with the American Ballet Theatre. He is returning to The Straz as a guest star dancer in the 2024 production of Nutcracker.
You’ve got a lot on your plate during the holidays, so we’ve compiled the best list of places for Christmas brunch!
Christmas Lights are starting to Sparkle in Tampa Bay! Get into the Holiday Spirit with a stroll or drive by these beautiful Christmas lights!
Argh you ready? Gasparilla is upon us and before you party like a pirate, we’ve got our picks of brunch spots to enjoy before the parade.
Breakfast with Santa is a great way to let your kids see the big guy up close and personal. Fill the season with holiday cheer with one of these great breakfast with Santa options. Related: Where to Take Pictures with Santa in Tampa Bay Featured Breakfast with Santa Events Breakfast with Santa at Clearwater Marine…
Kids can get in free at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort for one day only on Sunday, December 15, 2024, if they bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots through a partnership with Coca-Cola.
We’re sharing some of our favorite spots to take pictures with Santa in Tampa Bay.
Come aboard with us as we share our adventure on The Lost Pearl’s ‘A Pirate’s Christmas Cruise’ in Downtown Tampa!
We’ve searched some of our favorite blogs to find some amazing ideas for your New Year’s Eve or Noon Year’s Eve celebration at home with the kids!
Whether you want to meet Santa, take in the dazzling beauty of Christmas lights, or celebrate the season at local theme parks, we’re sharing our list of our favorite Christmas events in Tampa Bay for families.
We’re sharing our favorite free and cheap holiday events and Christmas events in Tampa Bay to help you save!
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at LEGOLAND a few hours early with an AWESOME day filled with kid-friendly activities and a brickacular fireworks display at 8 pm to end the night.
It doesn’t matter how old you are. Whenever you see Mickey Mouse, you can’t help but smile. Interacting with and meeting Disney characters is a must when visiting Walt Disney World. However, finding them can sometimes be challenging. Get your camera and autograph book ready because we did the work for you, breaking down where…
This holiday season, the most cherished gift is one that can’t be bought in any store: a family cookbook. “It’s a super-special thing to have,” says Janet Keeler, Eckerd College food journalism instructor and author of “Cookielicious: 150 Fabulous Recipes to Bake & Share.” How to Make a Family Cookbook: Tips for Putting Together Your…
Learn why Watermelon Swim makes the perfect holiday gift. Give your child confidence and water safety skills that will last a lifetime.
Discover holiday toy safety tips and avoid dangerous toys that could harm your children by learning how to spot hidden hazards this holiday season.
Learn about Nola Schoos, a 7-year-old who loves the beach, helps protect marine wildlife, and inspires others after Hurricane Helene.
Read about Souad Dreyfus, founder of Open Arms Surrogacy, and how she helps families navigate their journey to parenthood.
