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Take Your Children To These Events Before The School Year Starts

Summer break may almost be over, but there's still time to make this a truly memorable one for your kids.

Help your kids end their summer break on a high note with these exciting events.
Help your kids end their summer break on a high note with these exciting events. (Shutterstock)

While some parents might be relieved, that dreaded time of year for children and teens across the country is almost here: Summer break is coming to a close. However, there’s no need to mourn the end of summer just yet! There are still plenty of ways to help your kids end their break on a high note.

While last-minute trips can often be more stressful than fun, taking the family to see an unforgettable show, ballgame or concert is a simple but effective way to treat your children to one more exciting memory before the school year begins, and ease the transition of going back to school.

So if your kids are baseball fans, love monster trucks, enjoy acrobatics or go crazy for all things Disney, we’ve put together a list of can’t-miss events that are sure to entertain them before school responsibilities come knocking:

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MLB Games

Catching a live Major League Baseball game is a great way to enjoy some sunshine, eat a hotdog or two, catch a home-run ball and root for your favorite team with the kids. There has never been a better time to catch the Houston Astros, now established as true World Series contenders, or the Los Angeles Dodgers with their unbeatable earned-run average. Even if your favorite team isn’t headed for a championship, sharing the experience with your kids is something they’ll cherish for years to come.


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JoJo Siwa

There is no better back-to-school gift for young fans than having a chance to see this peppy performer live. Nickelodeon and YouTube superstar JoJo Siwa has taken over screens everywhere, and now she is touring live for the first time ever. Expect her signature infectious songs, high-energy dance routines and colorful glittery style.


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Monster Jam

Looking to end the summer with a bang? Check out the adrenaline-fueled world of Monster Jam! This one-of-a-kind competition is perfect for older kids, or for anyone who loves trucks, motorcycles and stunts. These massive 12-foot-tall machines fly through the air performing incredible feats of skill. Keep in mind that Monster Jam does get loud, so appropriate ear protection (especially for the little ones) is highly encouraged.


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“The Lion King”

Award-winning Disney musical “The Lion King”beautifully adapts the timeless story to the stage, and features amazing costume design, larger-than-life sets, memorable performances and a legendary score bound to keep the family singing for months. For kids that grew up watching the Disney original or for those who loved the acclaimed live action re-release, this show is truly a can’t-miss way to end the summer.


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Cirque du Soleil

Children of all ages will love the spellbinding world of Cirque du Soleil. Known for their daring acrobatics, slapstick comedy and breathtaking spectacle, Cirque du Soleil’s roster of shows will transport your entire family to exotic and whimsical worlds. This is not your average circus performance: It’s a larger-than-life experience full of awe-inspiring skill and imaginative storytelling.


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Why Don’t We

Los Angeles-based boy band and recent Teen Choice Award winners Why Don’t We have been captivating teens and tweens around the country with their good looks and catchy hit singles. These talented musicians may have had solo careers and popular YouTube channels before, but WDW has developed a more mature sound that has attracted millions of loyal fans all over the world. Your kids will go wild for this boy band’s effortless charm and will thank you for this unforgettable experience!


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