We are sharing some of the BEST things to do in Tampa Bay during your spring break STAYcation or vacation. We have something for every family including a look at some awesome new exhibits, fun events, our favorite family-friendly beaches, and so much MORE!
Discover the magic of nature and Disney combined at the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival 2026. From enchanting topiaries to family-friendly activities, this guide offers everything parents need for a memorable visit with their kids.
We live where the world comes to play, so you don’t have to go too far this Spring Break to find an epic family adventure in Tampa Bay!
Get a front row seat to watch the Hillsborough River transform into the most vibrant shade of green in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day!
Thrills and fun are best paired with awesome treats. And friends, you’re in for a thrilling adventure at LEGOLAND, and your taste buds are coming along for the ride. To celebrate the grand opening of the all-new Galacticoaster, LEGOLAND Florida is offering two limited-edition snacks that are bold, colorful, and totally on theme — one…
Join in some great St. Patrick’s Day events in Tampa Bay, Clearwater & St. Pete!
We’re sharing all of the best farms where you can pick citrus, veggies, berries, and more!
Explore some amazing spring break camps for your kids in Tampa Bay whethey they want to learn to ice skate, go snorkeling, play all day in the museum, and more!
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.
Hop on over to Clearwater Marine Aquarium to snuggle up baby kangaroo joeys during the Pouch Pals Baby Roo Encounter!
We’re sharing some of our favorite spots to go out to eat with the kids in Tampa Bay!
New rides, shows, and experiences have arrived at Walt Disney World. And even more are on the way! Come see what’s new and what’s on the horizon at the most magical place on Earth.
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.
It’s easy to make a splash in Orlando. Being the vacation destination that it is, you can find lots of ways to cool off, including water parks. The problem is, there are so many! To help you sort through the great water parks for families in Orlando, here are our top picks for family-friendly water…
The Glazer Children’s Museum unveiled its expanded FORTS exhibit on the second floor, and it’s what every kid’s fort-building dreams are made of.
Disney on Ice presents Frozen & Encanto is coming to Tampa Bay!! The magical celebration will make its way to Amalie Arena March 21-23, 2025.
When it comes to theming and things to do, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort’s hotels are easily a top pick for family travel.
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!
The Rockin Roller Rink is returning to the St. Pete Pier with family fun from March 14-April 13 with special theme nights, DJs, events, and more!
Learn about Ananda Farm in Terra Ceia through a discussion with the owners, who share how they turned their dream into a farm-focused escape.
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 why swim lessons during spring break are the perfect way to help kids gain water safety skills and confidence for the summer.
Discover how BayCare Kids partners with Clearwater Marine Aquarium to teach kids about wellness, with Dr. Christina Canody sharing health tips.
Join us for a peek at what to expect at Dinos Unearthed at ZooTampa!
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!
We’re sharing some of our team’s favorite Florida state parks to visit with the kids near the Tampa Bay area and beyond!
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.
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!
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!
The Australia Realm is now open at ZooTampa. We’re dishing on the details about what to expect.
Prepare to become the ultimate race car driver at the NEW Ferrari Build & Race Experience at LEGOLAND Florida Resort!
Did you know you can spend your entire trip to Walt Disney World and not step foot into the parks and still have a magical time? We’re showing you how!
Join us for a sneak peek of the new in-water stingray encounter debuting at ZooTampa!
Snorkeling is a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. And what better place to learn all about sea critters than to snorkel the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay!
Swimming with manatees is a magical and unique experience you can only do in Crystal River. We’re sharing everything you need to know.
Did you know the Florida Grapefruit League has called our beautiful Sunshine State home for 130+ years? We’re showing you where you can catch a spring training game in Tampa Bay.
Discover essential tips for booking the perfect character meal at Walt Disney World. We’re sharing locations inside the parks as well as ones that do not require any park admission!
Big John, the world’s largest fossil triceratops, is now on display at Glazer Children’s Museum in Tampa, and you can go nose to snout with him now!
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!
The Weeki Wachee River is a Florida treasure. We’re showing up how to be good stewards as you go kayaking on the spring-fed river.
When we say you have to see it to believe how incredible it really is, we mean it when it comes to Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland. This brand-new privately built park on the outskirts of downtown Lakeland is a new place to play in Tampa Bay and we have a feeling it will quickly…
There’s no shortage of things to do at Tradewinds Island Resorts from floating cabanas and water park and so much more!
With so many water access points across the Tampa area, there are tons of places to go kayaking near you, whether you choose to book a guided tour or rent from a local kayak rental company.
Let’s face it, traveling with kids can be stressful. Here are 5 of our favorite things that help ease transitions and keep things moving smoothly on the road.
We live here and PLAY here, so we know a thing or two about all fo the awesome things to do in Tampa Bay with the kids! We’re sharing some of our favorites to help you plan the best day ever with the family in gorgeous Tampa Bay.
We’re sharing our favorite museums for kids in Tampa Bay that your kiddos are sure to love! From children’s musuems to history museums, there’s something for every family on our list.
We’re sharing our favorite things about the world’s first Peppa Pig Theme Park to help you plan your best day ever!
Experience a family-friendly vacation at LEGOLAND Florida Beach Retreat with LEGO-themed bungalows and park excitement.
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