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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Situated in northern Fulton County, the City of Roswell is a picturesque Atlanta suburb made for kids and families. With great schools, gorgeous parks, awesome community and city events, kid-friendly restaurants, and fun attractions, Roswell is a must-visit with kids. Keep reading as Mommy Poppins takes you on a tour of beloved Roswell with kids.
Check out 41 things to do in Roswell, focusing on kid-friendly places to eat, stay, shop, and be entertained!
Send Atlanta kids to spring break camps and winter break camps for full days of fun during school vacations. Students on a school break can spend hours pursuing sports, arts, cooking, gaming, and more awesome activities, instead of vegging out in front of the TV. Take a look at some of the coolest winter break and spring break camps in Atlanta that will keep kids entertained, happy, and busy!
Atlanta's February winter break is a week-long school vacation for many metro school districts. Though parents may be thinking "not another school break," kids are sure to be smiling for time off. For most Atlanta school districts, the winter break takes place across February 16-27, 2026. We've got great ideas to fill up your February winter break in Atlanta, including fairy houses, dinosaurs, and a Laurie Berkner concert at Atlanta Symphony Hall.
In addition to awesome Atlanta events during the break, we've rounded up fun school break camps that will keep kids entertained during the week. Contact winter camps right away if you want your kiddos to attend as spots fill quickly.
Dining out as a family can be pricey, so it's important to find cheap places to eat in Atlanta (that are also tasty, of course)! We've focused on yummy, affordable restaurants in Atlanta that will make tummies, and wallets, happy. These Atlanta spots have kid-approved meals under $10, so keep reading to find out more where to save money for a fun night out!
Take kids to FREE museums in Orlando for great entertainment that's easy on the wallet. Orlando museums are a great way to open children's eyes to the world around them, offering lessons in history, art, and science without them even realizing they're learning. And by focusing on museums that feature free admission every day or on certain days, these centers offer limitless opportunities.
Orlando obviously does theme parks and big ticket attractions well, but these magical spots can really empty wallets. Free museums in Orlando focus more on the small picture and how to introduce kids and adults to new and interesting subjects...without the financial drain.
Enjoying FREE things to do in Atlanta just makes the fun all the much better! We've rounded up some of our favorite, free Atlanta attractions, events, and outdoor spaces that not only entertain kids, but are easy on the wallet. Some of the following Atlanta spots are free all of the time; some may offer special days or rates throughout the year. Save money and explore the beauty of Atlanta and nearby Georgia with our helpful guide!
Free indoor activities in Atlanta are a must as temperatures drop and winter comes in full force! And as the winter weather (or spring's rainy weather) settles in, having reliable FREE things to do indoors in your back pocket is crucial. Free things to do indoors in Atlanta help parents keep the party going no matter what's happening outside, without a hit to the wallet. Here are some of our favorite free things to do with kids when its rainy, icy, snowy, or some type of combination that haunts Atlanta. Just make sure you can safely drive there!
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