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Kids

Kids in The Land: Pack the minivan. We’re doing this.

Things to do with kids

Kids change everything — especially traveling. While once you were able to roam around your destination and wing it, those little bundles of energy make that impossible. You’ve got to come correct — you need an itinerary.

We’ve got you covered.

And lucky for you, all roads lead to The Land, where we've got fresh starts and endless spring adventures for the whole family. Have a budding engineer in your traveling circus? Head to the Great Lakes Science Center or NASA Glenn Research Center, where they make physics and engineering accessible to kids of all ages. Maybe your little one aspires to become a zoologist, marine biologist or veterinarian. If so, the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Rainforest, the Greater Cleveland Aquarium and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History will astound with a head-spinning number of species from land and sea, as well as a window into our prehistoric past.

Living all out is in our nature, and that includes playgrounds aplenty, whether you’re looking for a neighborhood park or an indoor ninja-training course. Oh, and while The Land is a world-class food city, we also boast some of the best burgers, grilled cheese, pizza and other bites you’ll find — fueling your adventure one delicious meal at a time.

It’s all here for you in The Land, where kids are always welcome.

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Nov 06, 2026

On the Cavs Court with Dave Hopla: Basketball, Inspiration & Family Time

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Lux Aeterna: Cleveland Chamber Choir

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THE ART OF GATHERING A Seasonal Photo Walk Experience at Holmesteading Farms

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