Melanie Preis
Melanie Preis is a writer, editor, wife, and mom of three (including her beloved bernedoodle). Before joining Mommy Poppins, she worked at StyleBlueprint, Turner Broadcasting, and HowStuffWorks. She loves reading, anything Bravo, art fairs, and, of course, her bernedoodle.
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When it comes to toddler Halloween activities in Orlando, it's always best to go the cute, cuddly route instead of the spooky, scary one. There are so many wonderful toddler Halloween activities to keep younger children happy, entertained, and most importantly, nightmare free! From theme park fun and trunk-or-treats, to daytime Orlando pumpkin patches and corn mazes, Orlando Halloween activities for toddlers and preschoolers keep things G-rated.
Take a look at just some of our favorite ways to celebrate Halloween for toddlers in Orlando this year that are age appropriate, family friendly, and totally awesome. Need Halloween ideas that will take it easy on your wallet? Check out our Free Halloween Events Near Orlando for fun and FREE ideas! Or better yet, visit our Orlando Halloween Guide for even more spooktacular ideas this month.
Jackson, MS is a great city to visit in the southern US. This "City with Soul" serves as the capital of Mississippi and offers families a chance to explore the central region of the state, discovering the history and fun of the area. And what kid wouldn't want to visit a state with such an awesomely spelled name?
Every summer I drive my kids from Atlanta to central Mississippi for sleepaway camp, and sometimes we get to nearby Jackson a day early to do some fun sightseeing. (Note: The humidity of a southern summer can be jarring for out-of-towners, so tourists may want to visit Jackson in the cooler months.)
Regardless of when you visit, take a look at our favorite things to do in Jackson with kids, including some great museums, restaurants, and hotels in Jackson, MS. Our Southern States Vacation Guide covers more fun places to visit in the South, including fun cities like New Orleans and Charleston, SC.
The Atlanta BeltLine is some miraculous combination of exercise trail, tourist attraction, path to historical and environmental exploration, public art gallery, cultural site, and so much more. It is Atlanta's aorta, pumping life throughout the city and connecting various intown neighborhoods together.
This 22-mile loop is a fantastic place to bring your kids and discover what makes the Atlanta BeltLine and the people and places of Atlanta so special. This multipurpose trail hosts wonderful attractions along the way, perfect for kids to discover nature, stop by a playground or skate park, admire art, grab a meal or stop in a shop, and just get out of the house.
Orlando classes for preschoolers and toddlers keep little learners socialized, active, and ready to experience new skills and talents. Young children discover the wonders of their surrounding world in awesome toddler classes in Orlando—options include Mommy-and-me classes, large groups, and small group settings.
Take a look at some of our favorite classes in Orlando for toddlers and preschoolers looking to enrich their knowledge base. Get more specific insight into classes in Central florida by checking out our Guide of the Top Classes in Orlando, including the best baby classes, swimming classes, and much more!
Zoo Atlanta welcomes wild creatures from near and far -- both exotic animals and overexcited kids ready to let loose! Located in the wonderful Grant Park, Zoo Atlanta is the ultimate outdoor entertainment destination for its family-friendly attractions and year-round events. Use our helpful guide when visiting this beloved Atlanta zoo and your little wild animals will have an awesome time!
Kids AND adults will love seeing the famous Zoo Atlanta pandas, feeding giraffes, and catching a glimpse of the new and adorable baby sloth. The only thing better than all that cuteness overload is saving money on top of it —read below to find out how zoo visitors can save money on admission with an Atlanta CityPass.
Redirect kids bouncing off the walls to kids bouncing at trampoline parks! Atlanta trampoline parks make wonderful indoor play centers for kids to let out energy, especially during blistering summers and freezing winters when local parks may not be appropriate. And many of the trampoline parks in Atlanta offer much more than just a place to jump—kids can try obstacle courses, dodgeball games, foam pits, climbing walls, and more.
Jump for joy at these fantastic Atlanta trampoline parks! And for even more bouncy indoor fun, check out Ninja Warrior Gyms and Parkour for Atlanta Kids and Teens. Prefer "swimming indoors"? Spend a few hours at Disney's The Little Mermaid x CAMP Atlanta for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Disney's The Little Mermaid x CAMP Atlanta, which opened in Dunwoody earlier this month, is a unique, immersive experience that will have kids belting "Kiss the Girl" the entire ride home. CAMP is a wonderful combination of retail, media, and entertainment, open in many major cities across the country. CAMP's first location in Atlanta collaborated with Disney to celebrate the new Little Mermaid film with aquatic awe.
I recently took my kids to CAMP Atlanta for a morning of magic, merfolk, and merchandise, and it's truly the best. When it comes to Ariel, we always want to be a "Part of [Her] World" and the fantastic experience at CAMP made it happen. Take a look at our guide to Disney's The Little Mermaid x CAMP Atlanta for family fun!
The Lighthouse Immersive Disney Animation experience puts Atlanta kids into their favorite movies. Children of ALL ages (I'm including you, parents) feel giddy remembering their favorite animated scenes with huge screens, amazing sound systems, and touchable elements in the Disney immersive experience. My daughters and I spent an afternoon at Lighthouse Immersive Disney Animation Atlanta, and it was wonderful to relive my own movie memories with theirs.
The Disney immersive experience Atlanta is a great summer activity -- to escape the season's brutal heat and afternoon thunderstorms -- and enjoy beloved movies in a whole new way. Plus, kids learn about the animation process, renowned Disney artists, and how to draw classic Disney characters!
We may not "talk about Bruno," but your kids will love talking about this "whole new world" of magic and fun at the Atlanta Lighthouse Immersive event!
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