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Kid-Friendly Dining
Enjoy dining with your family at kid-friendly restaurants.
Family Fun Attractions
Rain or shine, in all different seasons, add some fun to your vacation with a visit to…
Escape Rooms
Puzzle solvers' haven: Unveil thrills at escape rooms!
Family Resorts
Come play in the Pocono Mountains! Plan your adventure at one of our family fun resorts.
Plan a getaway that both you and the kids will love.
Don't let the winter blues get you down: pack up the family for a frosty vacation full of fun things to do in the Pocono Mountains. Located in northeastern Pennsylvania, just a few hours' drive from major cities like New York and Philadelphia, the Poconos has been a popular getaway spot for generations of visitors. Discover rich local history, delicious dining and family-friendly events in our small towns, with world-class accommodations and attractions spread throughout our 2,400 square miles of scenic natural beauty and outdoor adventure.
Insider Tips For Families
No matter what the temperature is outside, you can relax poolside as the little ones splash the day away at some of the largest indoor waterpark resorts in the country. Bundle up and makes some memories as you take everyone out for a day of skiing or snowboarding. There are lessons available for kids and adults, or give snow tubing a try for an all thrill, no skill way to enjoy the slopes. Local escape rooms and indoor family fun parks and play zones offer plenty of options to stay warm and cozy. Plan an outing to family-friendly events including seasonal winter festivals and interactive nature classes.
Many family resorts and local businesses offer great special offers and packages so that you can save on your visit, whether it's just a day trip or a well-deserved, week-long getaway. See you in the Poconos!
Family Deals
Military and First Responders Save Up to 15%
- Valid: 01/07/2025 - 12/30/2026
Includes: Camelback, wants to do their part to help the community, team members and military/first…
Book Early and Save
- Valid: 01/14/2026 - 12/30/2026
Includes: Book Early and Save Big! Seasons change, but the fun never stops at Camelback Resort! Lock…
Kids Stay, Play and Eat Breakfast Free
- Valid: 02/17/2026 - 02/23/2026
Includes: Make unforgettable memories with your family this winter break at Skytop Lodge! Treat…
Attend a Pocono Event
Snowmen of Stroudsburg
- 01/15/2026 - 02/28/2026
The Snowmen of Stroudsburg is such a fun and creative community event presented by GO Collaborative…
Patriotic Art Show
- 01/15/2026 - 02/28/2026
Pocono Mountains Art Group and Western Pocono Community Library partner to celebrate America250PA…
Kettle Creek for Kids Ages 3-6
- 01/20/2026 - 01/27/2026
Kettle Creek for Kids will be held on Tuesdays, January 13, 20, and 27, offering fun, hands-on…
Taco Tuesday Buffet
- 01/20/2026 - 10/27/2026
Spice up your week with a all-you-can-eat Taco Tuesday Buffet! Build your perfect plate with a…
Stargazing Tram Tours
- 01/17/2026 - 03/28/2026
Embark on a captivating Stargazing Tram Tour as you ride to Shawnee Island. Illuminate the night…
Winter Lehigh Gorge Scenic Train Excursions
- 01/16/2026 - 03/13/2026
Relax and ride comfortably in vintage coaches built as early as 1917 pulled by diesel engines. The…
Boarding For Breast Cancer
- 01/17/2026 - 01/18/2026
Attendees are invited to an inspiring, fun-filled B4BC Weekend at Camelback Resort, where new…
Pocono Wildlife
- 01/24/2026
Roger Spotts will share a fun, all-ages presentation highlighting the many fascinating creatures…
Breakfast with the Princesses
- 01/25/2026
Join Skytop Lodge for a magical morning where fairytales come to life! You are invited to twirl and…
50th Anniversary Celebration
- 01/31/2026
Shawnee Mountain celebrates 50 golden seasons on the slopes! Since 1975, generations of skiers and…
Tobyhanna Ice Harvest
- 01/31/2026
What bean to commemorate the bicentennial of Coolbaugh Township back in 1994 has become an annual…
Wally Ice Fest
- 01/31/2026 - 02/01/2026
Wally Ice Fest celebrates the best of winter fun in the Pocono Mountains. Bonfires will be blazing…
Annual Jim Thorpe WinterFest
- 02/14/2026 - 02/15/2026
Don't miss this milestone annual event, February 14-15, 2026 in beautiful downtown Jim Thorpe…
WinterFest in Downtown Stroudsburg
- 02/14/2026
Grandparents, parents, and children will all find enjoyment at Downtown Stroudsburg's…
Paint the Mountain Pink
- 02/14/2026
Shawnee Mountain is turning pink for a purpose! All week long, guests can support the Hope for…
Shawnee Mountain's Bigfoot Snowshoe Race
- 03/01/2026
Join Shawnee Mountain for a fun and challenging race this winter! Strap on your snowshoes and race…
Scout Weekend at Shawnee Mountain
- 03/07/2026 - 03/08/2026
Calling all Scouts! Join Shawnee Mountain’s annual March Scout Event for a day packed with…
Military Appreciation Weekend at Shawnee Mountain
- 03/13/2026 - 03/15/2026
Shawnee Mountain is pleased to announce Military Appreciation Weekend. All active-duty Military…
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
- 03/29/2026
Family fun for ever-BUNNY! Join Skytop for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. This year celebrate…