2026 July Guide
Including a list of places to go blueberry picking.
The Ultimate Playground & Splash Pad Map!
An interactive map with pictures of the 100 playgrounds & 20 splash pads I have visited on it.
Farnsworth Middle School Butterfly Station
A great place to visit with kids! Opening day is Thursday, July 9, 2026!
Spray Park at Central Park
This spray park was built in 2024.
Niskayuna Splash Pad!
This splash pad is free and open to the public!
Reimagine Milton
A new playground is being built in Milton!
2026 June Guide
Including a list of places to go strawberry picking!
The Spray Park at Halfmoon Town Park
One of my favorite spray parks in the Capital District!
The Splash Pad and Pool at Colonie Mohawk River Park
A new splash pad opened in 2018.
Veterans Memorial Swimming Pool in Watervliet
There are rates for Watervliet/Green Island/Menands Residents and different rates for Non Watervliet/Green Island/Menands Residents.
Three Pools in Clifton Park
A pool membership includes unlimited visits to all three facilities, all season long. Pool memberships are available to residents AND non-residents.
6 Ways to Enjoy Saratoga Lake with Kids!
A fun place to visit.
Water Safety Isn’t a ‘May’. It’s a MUST!
Win Swim Lessons from Goldfish Swim School!
2026 Summer Camp & Program Guide
A list of over 50 camps/summer programs!
Afrim’s Sports: The Capital District’s Leader in Athletic Training
With six locations throughout the Capital District, Afrim’s Sports is home to top-tier indoor turf facilities that serve clubs, colleges, and leagues across the region.
Expression Swings
Learn more about eight playgrounds in the Capital District that have expression swings.
Capital Kids Care
We offer care year-round; before/afterschool, half days, and full days during the school year, and a dynamic, exciting 9–10-week camp during the summer.
Memorial Day Parade Roundup
A list of Memorial Day Parades.
Gillette Carnival
The Gillette Carnival will be at Viaport Mall in Rotterdam, NY from May 14-25, 2026
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum
A great day trip! The museum is located in Springfield, MA which is an hour and a half from Albany, NY.
