Summer Camp 2026 at YMCA Camp Cristina Is Here, And It’s Better Than Ever
Discover all of the exciting upgrades being made to YMCA Camp Cristina for summer campers this year thanks to >$1 million in new investment!
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Reaching New Heights for Our Region’s Children
The final 2 beams were hoisted into the sky during construction of the all-new Johns Hopkins All Children’s Wesley Chapel Hospital, coming Fall of 2027!
INSIDE LOOK: Adventure awaits at Pirate Island Hotel at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Your little swashbucklers worked like captains all school year! Now it’s time for them to play like a pirate, and we can’t think of any better place to map out an adventure than LEGOLAND Florida’s Pirate Island Hotel.
INSIDE LOOK: Soar with us at the new ‘Above and Beyond’ exhibit at MOSI
Get ready to soar this summer at MOSI’s new summer exhibit, “Above and Beyond”, an interactive experience where you can learn about the history of flight, experience for yourself how birds master flight, and even see a slice of a real airplane’s fuselage to help answer the question…how’d they do that?
40+ BEST Free Things to Do with the Kids in Tampa Bay
You don’t have to be a penny pincher to want to take advantage of a free or cheap deal every now and then. This is the full guide to the most awesome free and cheap things to do in Tampa Bay with the kids!
Summer Nights Returns to Busch Gardens!
Busch Gardens Summer Nights is back and better than ever with returning favorites like electrifying shows, new entertainment, and spectacular fireworks! Going on now through August 10.
Tampa Bay Rays Announce “Best Summer Ever at Tropicana Field”
The Tampa Bay Rays are back at the Trop, and they’ve got some big plans for fans this summer with the unveiling of the “Best Summer Ever at Tropicana Field,” which includes ticket deals and all-new experiences for kids.
10+ Ways to Upgrade Your Day with Unforgettable Animal Encounters at ZooTampa
Give your next visit to ZooTampa a VIP twist by upgrading your day with an up-close animal encounter or backstage tour!
INSIDE LOOK: ‘Pig Family Travel Adventure’ at PEPPA PIG Theme Park
PEPPA PIG Theme Park in Winter Haven just debuted an all-new experience for families this summer that gives you the chance to go globetrotting with Peppa Pig and family without ever having to leave Florida!
Liberty by The Bay: Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with Family Friendly Fun for 2026
Tampa is once again going BIG this year for the Fourth of July with Liberty by The Bay (previously Boom by the Bay)Â on July 4th! What to expect from Liberty by the Bay 2026 This year, this awesome family-friendly event will feature food, live entertainment, fun activities for all ages, a 250-drone light show, and…
INSIDE LOOK: Cool KIDS’ SUMMER at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World is throwing a party to celebrate summer from May 26 to September 8, 2026! We’re showing you all that’s NEW to experience this summer.
The BEST Ice-Cream Shops in Tampa Bay!Â
There’s no better way to cool off than a big scoop of ice-cream! We’re sharing some of the best ice-cream shops in Tampa Bay.
Memorial Day Weekend Events in Tampa Bay to Kick-Off Summer Break
We’re sharing family-friendly ways to honor Memorial Day in Tampa Bay.
- Attractions | Beaches + Waterparks + Splashpads | Spring Break | Spring Family Fun | Summer Break Fun | Things to Do
The BEST Water Parks in Tampa Bay: Keep cool and have FUN!
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!
Watermelon Swim & St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation Partner to Prevent Childhood Drownings
Watermelon Swim and St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation have united to promote water safety and drowning prevention throughout the community.
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Where to pick sunflowers and other pretty flowers in Tampa Bay
We’re sharing some of our favorite flower fields where you can pick flowers right now in Tampa Bay!
The Best Beaches in Tampa Bay for Kids and Families
As Tampa Bay locals, we’ve spent a lot of time at the beach and we want to share some of our favorite beaches in Tampa Bay to help you map out your best day ever!
INSIDE LOOK: Plan the best day ever at Caladesi Island State Park
Caladesi Island is ready to welcome visitors once again as the Caladesi Island Ferry resumes services on July 3, 2025. We’re helping you plan your visit.
- Things to Do | Family Fun | Featured | Parenting | Parks + Attractions | Pregnancy to Preschool Years | Spring Break | Spring Family Fun
The Busch Gardens + Adventure Island FREE Preschool Card is Back in 2026! (DEADLINE EXTENDED)
The 2026 Preschool card allows for FREE unlimited visits to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island for children ages 5 and younger through December 31, 2026.
Small Business Month: The Courage to Launch
We met up with Secretary Griffin along Tampa’s Water Street in an enclave of locally owned small businesses for small business month!
