Charlotte Blanton
Charlotte Blanton, a Central Florida native and mom of three, holds a business degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!). After a career in corporate finance, she pivoted to stay home with her kids and found her passion for writing through Mommy Poppins. She loves exploring local theme parks and discovering fun activities for families in Central Florida.
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Cool off and keep Central Florida kids happy at Island H2O Water Park! This Kissimmee water park is an aquatic adventure full of slides, pools, and family fun. With attractions for all ages, social media-themed rides, and seasonal events like foam parties and tailgate weekends, Island H2O Water Park puts a playful twist on the classic water park experience. Toddlers and little kids will enjoy the gentle water play zones and lazy river; tweens can tackle mid-level slides and the wave pool; and teens and adults will find plenty of thrill rides to keep the adrenaline flowing.
Sign your kids up for fun and delicious Orlando cooking classes! Cooking and baking classes are great activities for kids, which can boost confidence, improve math and reading skills, and encourage creativity. Even picky eaters can develop a more adventurous palate since they are more likely to eat foods they have prepared. We have rounded up several businesses around Central Florida offering baking and cooking classes for kids of all ages, from toddler to teen.
Head to Lake Eola Park, in the heart of downtown Orlando, for a kid-approved day great for all ages. Pack some snacks, grab sunscreen, and get ready for a great day! Lake Eola is a beautiful spot great for families, and it’s easy to see why. With swan boats, playgrounds, and kid-friendly events year-round, Lake Eola is full of memory-making magic in "The City Beautiful."
There are tons of awesome indoor entertainment spots in Orlando where kids (and grown-ups) can play, jump, race, and explore without worrying about Florida's wild weather. From arcades and go-karts to trampolines and laser tag, there’s fun for every age at these indoor attractions. Many indoor centers also make party planning a breeze with hassle-free birthday parties, perfect for your child’s next celebration.
For little ones, check out our roundup of local indoor playgrounds as well. And for even more ideas, be sure to bookmark our Orlando Indoor Activities Guide!
With the start of a new school year right around the corner, many Orlando parents are left wondering how to make the most of the end of summer break. Good thing Mommy Poppins is here! We've crafted a list of fun things to do in Orlando before school starts, including a monster truck rally, inflatable water parks, summer day trips, and much more.
Be sure to also visit our Orlando Summer Activities Guide to find more family fun ideas, and subscribe to our email list to get stories just like this delivered straight to your inbox.
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