Cool Kid Summer at Disney: NEW In-Park Entertainment for Families
Cool Kid Summer at Disney brings kid-friendly parties, character fun, and hands-on activities to all four theme parks!
Cool Kid Summer at Disney brings kid-friendly parties, character fun, and hands-on activities to all four theme parks!
We’ve rounded up our list of events going on this weekend to help you plan your best weekend ever!
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 Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall is gearing up for a fun-filled, unforgettable summer with their summer camps and summer production.
Step Inside “Let’s See!” at Glazer Children’s Museum, a hands-on exhibit that helps families explore how vision works and why eye health matters.
The Environmental Working Group has released its 2025 Guide to the best sunscreens. See if yours made the list!
The new LEGO ® Festival is a celebration of PLAY and will be held at all seven LEGOLAND Resorts where kids can let their imaginations can run wild and creativity knows no limits!
We’re sharing family-friendly ways to honor Memorial Day in Tampa Bay.
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.
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!
Were dragons just misunderstood dinosaurs? Could unicorns trace their horns to the Arctic seas? And did a real sea monster inspire the terrifying kraken? Starting May 17, you’ll get a chance to find out as Giants, Dragons & Unicorns takes over MOSI!
We’re sharing events in Tampa Bay to celebrate Juneteenth and ideas from Karimah Henry of craftingafunlife.com and Kiva Williams of TheFunFoodieMama.com
Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig are expecting baby number three at PEPPA PIG Theme Park’s new character meet and greet!
Discover Wonders of Wetlands at Great Explorations, an interactive exhibit teaching kids about Florida’s ecosystems and water conservation.
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.
The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art in St. Pete is offering some amazing deals and freebies you and the family can take advantage of this summer and even as soon as Mother’s Day!
Learn about how summer reading keeps kids’ minds active, builds confidence, and helps then get ready for a future shaped by Artificial Intelligence.
Universal’s Epic Universe is packed with thoughtful family-friendly features. From rider swap rooms to mobile dining and family restrooms, here are six reasons it’s a hit for parents.
MOSI, Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry, is ready to blow your mind with Florida’s largest digital dome theater and planetarium!
Discover the new hotel rooms at LEGOLAND Florida, designed for family fun with LEGO DUPLO, NINJAGO, and Friends-themed adventures.
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…
We can sometimes spot a rocket launch from here in Tampa, but why not experience one up close at least once before the kids grow up?
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!
Read about the best things to do in Park City, from winter skiing to summer activities, and find top spots for dining, and family adventures.
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!
MOSI recently expanded its Drone Zone, adding even more square footage and obstacles along with a chance to explore eveyrhting you need to know about drones!
Take a sneak peek at the ALL NEW Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay!
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.
This may finally be the year your family gives scalloping in Florida a try! Scalloping season is nearly here and we’re dishing on the details.
If you’re sticking around town and need some fun ideas of things to do during these final weeks of summer break, we’ve got you covered! Let’s explore all of the NEW ways to connect and play in Tampa Bay! What’s NEW: ZooTampa Clouded Leopard Encounter This experience returned last month to the zoo, giving you…
Did you know that with the Library Discovery Pass program included with your library card you get access to FREE experiences? Learn how!
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…
Jurassic Quest is stomping back into the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall in Tampa July 19-21, 2024 with an indoor prehistoric experience like no other!
From swim safety to beach hazards and travel reminders, Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH has a few reminders to keep kids safe this summer.
There are some awesome July 4th fireworks in Tampa Bay for you to choose from whether you are looking for a waterfront celebration or at a park.
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!
Pirate Water Taxi has a NEW dolphin cruise in downtown Tampa to give you landlubbers a chance to see dolphins up close in the wild in Tampa Bay.
The Florida Aquarium just debuted a new Stingray Feeding Experience at its Stingray Beach touch tank, giving you a chance to see what it’s like to be a biologist who cares for these majestic creatures.
LEGOLAND Florida Resort is kicking off its annual Summer Brick Party this June with returning favorites, exciting new characters, food, and MORE!
Your child’s favorite book series is coming to life in a colorful and immersive way at Glazer Children’s Museum this summer!
Embark on a timeless journey with your family at MOSI’s Brick Dinos exhibit, where creativity and history collide in an amazing display of dinosaurs crafted from LEGO bricks!
Keep your cool and head to the movies this summer and take advantage of these FREE and CHEAP deals offered at Tampa Bay area theaters!
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!
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!
It seems that each year as students return from spring break, there is a sense of anticipation in the air. Summer is nearly upon us, and families are penciling summer camps and family vacations into their calendars. (Or, if your family is anything like mine, you are just beginning to plan your child’s summer activities. No…
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!
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!
Splash pads are a great way for kids of any age to have fun and cool off. Check out our picks for some of the best splash pads in Tampa Bay!
Get ready to make a splash at Adventure Island with Island Nights! Enjoy all your favorite water slides and attractions along with fun entertainment through July 7!
We’re sharing some of our favorite things to do in Tampa Bay from an epic scalloping adventure to a day at one of our amazing local water parks!
We’re sharing some of our favorite kid-friendly hotels in Tampa Bay whether you are looking for a beachfront getaway or something totally unique the kids will love!
With more than 900 natural springs, about 40 of which are open to the public, Florida is the perfect state to explore via its waterways. What better way than hopping into a tube to drift alongside your family? Here are our picks for the best places to go tubing in Florida from the water parks…
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!
If you haven’t had a chance to experience a rocket launch in person, this is the summer to make it happen! We’re talking to astronaut Winston Scott about the importance of this experience at least once in your lifetime!
Caladesi Island has been named as one of the Top 10 Beaches in America in 2023 by Dr. Beach! We’re helping you plan your visit.
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.
Looking for a fun getaway for the family? There are some amazing vacation spots that are easily accessible from Tampa International Airport! Check out some of our team’s favorite vacation spots that are just a quick trip away!
With big kids going back to school, we’re showing you fun weekday activities to keep your preschooler busy in Tampa Bay.