Dance classes for kids in Orlando are fantastic extracurricular activities to get boys and girls moving while having fun. Dancers from 18 months to 18 years can choose from a host of dance classes in Orlando and around Central Florida to bust a move. Whether your child wants to learn the fundamentals of ballet, hip hop, jazz, or tap, or even cultural dance styles such as Irish step dancing, Latin salsa, or Bollywood, there's an option for in Orlando. Several of the businesses listed even offer a free trial class!

Orlando’s weather can be brutal (rain, heat, or worst case, both); luckily, families have a plethora of indoor entertainment centers to visit where kids and adults can have a blast away from the elements. From arcades and indoor go-kart tracks to trampolines and laser tag, there's something for all ages to experience at these indoor attractions. All of the locations listed offer stress-free birthday parties as well, so keep them in mind when planning your child’s next birthday.

For little ones, be sure to check out our roundup of local indoor playgrounds as well.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Did you know that July is the official National Ice Cream Month in the United States? In honor of this, we’ve put together a list of the top ice cream shops in Central Florida. Whether you want traditional ice cream, soft serve, gelato, or unique options like rolled ice cream, we've got you covered.

Even if you are reading this outside of the summer months, in Florida you can can enjoy ice cream year-round. So plan a special outing to indulge in a cool treat. And if ice cream is not your thing, we’ve also included places to find other sweet treats, from pies, to donuts, to flavored marshmallows.