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50 Family-Friendly Events Found

Jun 11

Garden Music

Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
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6/11/26
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Jun 11

Animal Architects: Beavers

A nature/interpretive program about beavers as animal architects at Douthat State Park. Programs are offered five days a week from mid-June through Labor Day and on weekends only in April, May, September and October.
Douthat State Park
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6/11/26
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Jun 12

Rogallo Kite Festival

The Rogallo Kite Festival is a free and family-oriented event that features multiple days of kite flying to honor Francis Rogallo, NASA scientist and inventor of the flexible wing. His initial inventions started the sport of hang gliding.
Jockey's Ridge State Park
Free event
6/12/26
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Jun 13

Flying Proms 2026

Flying Proms 2026 at the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Note: No Summer of Flight event on this date — join Flying Proms instead. Tickets are still available.
Military Aviation Museum
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6/13/26
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Jun 13

Kids Fishing Day | Chattooga River Ranger District

The Chattooga River Ranger District will host a Kids Fishing Day at Tallulah River Campground. Open to youth ages 15 and under. Participants will have the opportunity to fish, enjoy lunch, and take part in activities including goodie bags and prizes. Participants should bring a fishing rod and bait. Restroom facilities available on site. Directions from Clayton: Take U.S. Highway 76 west for approximately 8 miles, turn right (north) onto Persimmon Road and continue for 5 miles, turn left (northwest) onto Forest Service Road 70 and travel approximately 1 mile to Tallulah River. Event supports outdoor recreation and stewardship of aquatic resources across the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.
Tallulah River Campground, Chattooga River Ranger District
Free event
6/13/26
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Jun 15

iLead Kids Camp - Summer Camp 2026

iLead Kids Camp Summer Camp 2026 officially begins June 15. The team is preparing registration systems, interviewing and training staff, planning engaging activities, coordinating field trips, and preparing materials. Two locations available: Knightdale (Headquarters) and Raleigh. Registration links are available for both locations via campscui.active.com.
iLead Kids Camp - Knightdale Location (Headquarters)
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6/15/26
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Jun 20

Upper Darby Township Juneteenth Celebration

Upper Darby Township's first official Juneteenth Celebration. A vibrant, family-friendly festival honoring freedom, heritage, and culture. Features include vendor marketplace, interactive workshops, delicious food, and the Nu Millennium Main Stage featuring the legacy of the Black experience in America through music. Guided trolley tours of the Underground Railroad with live interpreters portraying Harriet Tubman and Thomas Garrett.
69th Street Recreation Area
Free
6/20/26
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Jun 20

Rootle Roadster Tour - Swannanoa Resilience Hub

The Rootle Roadster Tour is a free, playful learning event for children ages 0-8 and their families. Features include hands-on learning activities and games, PBS KIDS education resources, local community partners offering resources and support services, take-home learning materials and giveaways, and special screenings and live performances. Activities include STEM experiments, literacy and movement-based games, and creative arts experiences. Event runs 10 AM - 3 PM local time.
Swannanoa Resilience Hub
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6/20/26
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Jun 24

Lunch with Poe: Kids Eat FREE at PlayWELL Park

Lunch with Poe: Kids Eat FREE at PlayWELL Park. Event runs from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm local time. A family-friendly nutrition and outdoor health education event at the Poe Center's PlayWELL Park.
Poe Center for Health Education - PlayWELL Park
Kids eat free
6/24/26
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Jun 25

Garden Music

Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
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6/25/26
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Jun 26

Fireworks Celebration

FIREWORKS CELEBRATION - June 25th, 2026 (Thursday) - More info coming soon. The City of Mount Holly reserves the right to photograph and film attendees/participants of all ages for publicity purposes during City programs, events, public meetings and other City-sponsored activities. In case of inclement weather, please follow updates for delays or cancellations.
Virtual
Free
6/26/26
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Jun 27

BrickUniverse LEGO® Fan Expo for all ages

The #1 family LEGO® Fan Event featuring professional artists' creations, interactive building zones, artist meet & greets, exclusive photo ops, and a brick marketplace. Includes Master Builder Art Gallery, local LEGO® user group connections, and timed entry sessions for better experience. Duration: 2.5 hours. Children under 4 enter free. VIP passes include early access and exclusive badge.
Raleigh Convention Center
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6/27/26
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Jun 27

Nottingham Country Fair

Country fair event as part of Chester County Parks spring and summer event series.
Nottingham County Park
Free
6/27/26
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Jun 30

Southeast Old Threshers Reunion

The LARGEST Antique Tractor and Engine Show in the Southeastern US! Features antique tractors, engines, cars, live farming demonstrations, machinery operations, Heritage Craft Barn with artistry demonstrations, Handy Dandy Railroad rides, helicopter rides, vendors, camping, and fireworks. Includes demonstrations of sawmill, Corliss engine, threshing, steam operations, machine shop, and more. Multi-day event from June 30 - July 4, 2026.
Denton FarmPark
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6/30/26
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Jul 4

4th of July Family-Fun Bash at North Bend State Park - July 4, 2026

Celebrate Independence Day at North Bend State Park with this family-friendly event at Shelter 3. The gates open at 11 a.m. The Bash features a giant inflatable bouncy house, face painting, tie-dying, hamburgers, hotdogs and a cornhole tournament! The naturalists will have a limited number of Tie Dye spots available, so if you are interested in tie dying, please call (304) 643-2931 to secure a time and a spot.
North Bend State Park
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7/4/26
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Jul 4

Fairy Hunts

Join the Fairy Court to help search the forest for hidden fairy friends in a scavenger hunt adventure. Learn about and connect with the natural world and discover a little magic along the way. After the hunt, get hands-on in nature by using natural materials to build your very own fairy house in VINS' Fairy Town. Wings and fairy costumes are encouraged! Recommended for ages 4 and up.
VINS Nature Center
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7/4/26
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Jul 4

America's 250th Birthday Celebration

America Celebrates will celebrate America's Birthday on July 4th with fireworks over the Delaware River in New Hope/Lambertville area.
America Celebrates
Free
7/4/26
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Jul 10

Fridays with Friends - Pool Party

We're making a splash at our July event! Join us for a fun night poolside to beat the summer heat. Families are welcome to join in! This is an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 15+) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities!
Ambler YMCA
Free
7/10/26
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Jul 11

Exton Community Day

Community day event as part of Chester County Parks spring and summer event series.
Exton Park
Free
7/11/26
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Jul 16

Garden Music

Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
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7/16/26
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Jul 18

Sensory Saturday

Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities). Experience hands-on activities in the Idea Zone, explore exhibits in a relaxed atmosphere with lowered lights and reduced noise levels. Museum opens before regular hours for a quieter, less crowded environment. Guests welcome to stay past event time and continue enjoying exhibits.
MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry)
$7.00 - $7 in ad...
7/18/26
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Jul 19

Ice Cream Social

Ice cream social event as part of Chester County Parks spring and summer event series at Springton Manor Farm.
Springton Manor Farm
Free
7/19/26
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Jul 30

Garden Music

Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
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7/30/26
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Aug 8

SciFest: Play and Creativity Expo

Enjoy our free, all-day event showcasing how STEM concepts, innovation, play, and creativity all go together! Meet, work, and play alongside artists, authors, innovators, STEM experts, creatives, and entrepreneurs. Get involved and engage your own creativity and bright ideas. Location: Entire Science Center Campus. Parking: Regular price at the Oakland Lot. McDonnell Planetarium parking is FREE. SLSC Membership Special: Purchase a Family level Membership or above and save $10 during today's SciFest event!
Saint Louis Science Center
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8/8/26
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Aug 8

Old Fiddler's Picnic

Old Fiddler's Picnic event as part of Chester County Parks spring and summer event series.
Hibernia County Park
Free
8/8/26
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