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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Lancaster County Central Park is located south of Lancaster City in West Lampeter Township. The park’s address is 1050 Rockford Road, which is central location in Lancaster County. The park boasts a large swimming pool in the summer, as well as a skate park, pavilions, and hiking trails. One of the most unique features of […]
Gallery Grow is located at 320 North Queen Street in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The gallery was formerly located on North Prince Street, but relocated to a bigger space in April 2025. Upon walking into the building, there is a curated selection of houseplants, pottery and other types of decor for the home. At the back […]
Otherworld is an immersive art walk-through experience located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The address is 2500 Grant Ave #1, Philadelphia, PA, which is located in the northeast outskirts of the city. Free parking is available in front of the building. Otherworld ticket options include timed tickets or flexible entry. As usual, it’s best to reserve tickets […]
Franklin Street Social is a food hall with nine restaurants, a bar, a two-story kid’s playhouse, and a slide for both adults and kids. It is located at 214 North Franklin Street in Red Lion, which is about 15 minutes from York, Pennsylvania. There is on-street parking and a large parking lot available. One entrance […]
Kitchen Kettle Village is located in Intercourse, Pennsylvania, which is a bit east of the kid-friendly city of Lancaster. The village includes over 40 shops, restaurants, and lodging focusing on unique gifts, good food, and seasonal events. The village is located along Old Philadelphia Pike with entrances along that main road and the side road, […]