Sponsored PARENTS’ GUIDE TO THE 2026 CARILION GO OUTSIDE FESTIVAL
Before diving in, the first thing every parent should know about GO Fest is that it’s not your average festival. Prepare for a weekend full of adventure, awe-inspiring performances, and count…
Sponsored Save the Date: Downtown Roanoke Candy Crawl Returns October 31st
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and we can’t think of a better way to kick off the day than with one of our favorite Roanoke family traditions!Macaroni KID Roanoke is once again team…
Roanoke Valley Fall & Halloween Events 2026: The Ultimate Guide
Looking for Roanoke and Salem area fall and Halloween events in 2026? You're in the right place! We rounded up every pumpkin patch, trunk-or-treat, and spooky-but-family-friendly event hap…
2026 Apple Picking: A Guide to Orchards and Farm Stores near Roanoke
Roanoke, Virginia, and its surrounding Blue Ridge region are a hidden gem for anyone seeking the charm of apple orchards and the fresh bounty of local farm stores. As autumn arrives, families can l…
Sponsored Savvy Swap Kids Consignment Sale Returns to Roanoke October 8th –18th
There's something about back to school that makes you want to clean out every closet in the house, kids' rooms included. New backpacks, new shoes, new routines, and suddenly every drawer an…
Halloween Food Deals & Freebies 2026: FREE Food in Costume
Put those Halloween costumes to work! This October, kids can score FREE meals, doughnuts, breadsticks, bu…
Sponsored Why Won’t My Kid Go to Sleep? 5 Sneaky Things Making Bedtime Harder
Some nights bedtime is easy. Other nights you're on your third trip upstairs for "just one more&…
Our Roanoke Events Calendar Got an Upgrade! See What's New
Finding fun things to do with kids shouldn’t feel like a chore. And thanks to your feedback, we&rsq…
Candy, Kindness & Pie: 10 November 2026 Holidays Kids Will Love
Sure, there’s turkey. But November also brings a pile of leftover Halloween candy and plenty of exc…
50 Halloween Jokes for Kids That Are Frightfully Funny
Print these for trick-or-treat prep, drop one in a lunchbox every day of October or save the whole list…
How To Make Puffy Candy Corn Slime
We all know how much kids love slime. This slime is a little different as it comes out nice and fluffy. U…
It's Chili Time! Just 5 Ingredients Needed for this Easy Chili Recipe
Fall is my favorite season and now, with these crisp cool days here, I love to cook my family belly…
15 Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes for Kids (No Sewing!)
Halloween is almost here, and someone still needs a costume. Sound familiar?Good news! You don't nee…
80 Clean Jokes for Kids That'll Make the Whole Family Laugh
"I'm boooored." Sound familiar? Whether you're stuck inside on a rainy afternoon, pack…
Sponsored PARENTS’ GUIDE TO THE 2026 CARILION GO OUTSIDE FESTIVAL
Before diving in, the first thing every parent should know about GO Fest is that it’s not your aver…
How A Dyslexia Diagnosis Changed A Mom's Perspective
As a young single mom, I was a coach, cheerleader, chef, comedian, and tutor to my son. I could han…
Halloween Movie Emoji Quiz for Kids (Free Printable + Answer Key)
Can you guess 🧙♀️🧙♀️🧙♀️🕯️ before your kids do? (Spoiler: they…
Best Places to See Peak Fall Foliage in Roanoke in 2026
Wondering when the fall leaves will peak in Roanoke and where the best spots are to see them? Look no fur…
9 Cheap & Easy Boo Basket Ideas + Free 'You've Been Boo'd' Printable
Looking for easy Boo Basket ideas for kids, friends, or neighbors? Boo Baskets are a fun, inexpensive Hal…
Sponsored Spirit Halloween With Kids: What Parents Should Know Before You Go
Kari Treat's kids walked into Spirit Halloween with a plan. That plan lasted about four minutes, unti…
Kids Eat Free Tonight: 25 Restaurant Deals for Every Day of the Week
Looking for restaurants where kids eat free tonight? We rounded up current kids-eat-free and discounted k…
Sponsored Save the Date: Downtown Roanoke Candy Crawl Returns October 31st
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and we can’t think of a better way to kick off the day tha…
Roanoke’s Halloween Lantern Parade Returns for 2026
One of Roanoke’s newer fall traditions is returning to Highland Park this October, and the Hal…
Tacos, Teddy Bears & Treats: 10 October Holidays Kids Will Love
October goes fast. One minute you’re turning the calendar, and the next the kids are asking why you…
Sponsored 22 Parents Visited Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana. Here's the Verdict.
Every resort promises a beautiful beach and great food. So what actually makes families remember one?Publ…
Collect Acorns in Roanoke & the NRV to Help Grow Virginia’s Forests
Turn a fall walk into an easy family project that helps grow Virginia’s future forests.If you have…
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