Current family events plus dependable local ideas for a Saturday, school break, rainy afternoon or visiting grandparents. The point is to help a parent make a plan quickly, not scroll through nightlife that never belonged here.
Choose by energy level
Some family days need a museum and air conditioning; others need a trail, splash pad, festival or wide-open park. Use the live listings for what is happening now and the city guides for dependable backups.
Age and ticket rules change
Family-friendly does not always mean every age, and some programs require advance registration. We flag family-oriented listings when the source supports it, but the organizer is the final word.
Before you head out. Times, admission details and venue policies can change. Check the official event source, then use our parking and weather notes to make the arrival easier.