Finding fun places to take your kids in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia
Antrim Township Community Park is located at 12315 Grant Shook Road in Greencastle, Pennsylvania. Greencastle is in south central Pennsylvania, just over the Maryland border and about 10 miles from Hagerstown, MD. The park added a a new section of their playground in early 2025. The new playground features a natural water play area with […]
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania is a small town southeast of Harrisburg. It’s located between Lancaster and Harrisburg along Interstate 283. Elizabethtown’s downtown area has added some fun new shops and eateries during the past few years. There’s also cute playgrounds in the area, so check out the list below! Bookshelf Shenanigans Bookshelf Shenanigans is a bookstore located […]
Taylor Farm Park is located at 200 Whiteside Road in Sandston, Virginia. Sandston is outside of Richmond, Virginia, just east of the city. This large, new park is easy to access from I-295 and I-64. This park is a great road trip stop for trips south, originating from Pennsylvania or Maryland, especially if headed to […]
Edelman Fossil Park & Museum is located at 66 Million Mosasaur Way in Mantua, New Jersey. The museum is located a bit south of Philadelphia, in southern New Jersey. Edelman Fossil Park & Museum features a large building with dinosaur and climate-related exhibits, as well as a playground and quarry area for digging. Timed tickets […]
Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty was created in 1998 after a lot of experimentation to make a unique putty product. While Crazy Aaron’s products are available in retail stores, Crazy Aaron’s flagship retail store is located at 700 East Main Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Norristown is northwest of Philadelphia, and close to King of Prussia. Be […]
Deptford Memorial Park (formerly Fasola Recreation Park) is located at 12 Sycamore Lane, Deptford, New Jersey. Note that the park’s name recently changed, so still may be referred to as Fasola Park in maps. Deptford is located in southern New Jersey, a bit south from Philadelphia. The park features a splash pad in the summer, […]
Elm’s Beach Park is located in Lexington Park, Maryland, which is close to the historic St. Mary’s City in southern Maryland. The park charges a fee to enter on weekends and holidays during the summer, starting in May. On summer weekdays and out of season, there is not a fee. Current fees, park information, and […]
State College, Pennsylvania is home to Penn State University. Whether you’re visiting a student, just exploring the area, or a local finding fun things to do, check out this list of kid-friendly adventures in and near State College. Visit the Nittany Lion Shrine A popular attraction any time of the year, the Nittany Lion statue […]
Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach is located at 130 Lakeside Drive. The town of Mt. Gretna is known for its scenic views and small town charm. It’s a great addition to your vacation in Hershey, as it’s only about 20 minutes from the town famous for chocolate. Mt. Gretna Lake and Beach is one of […]
Historic Downtown Annapolis is a picturesque, waterfront city where you can enjoy a day of shopping, dining in restaurants, and enjoying the waterfront. The downtown is quite walkable, and has even been ranked as one of America’s most walkable towns. The best place to start your walk is Main Street, which runs right beside State […]