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How to Use Macaroni Kid Deltona-West Volusia and Daytona Beach

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By Kelsey Smith- Publisher of Macaroni Kid Deltona-West Volusia March 31, 2025

How to Use Macaroni KID West Volusia, Daytona Beach & Palm Coast

Your guide to local family events, activity guides, and the business directory for West Volusia, Daytona Beach & Palm Coast

Welcome! Macaroni KID helps families find the best local fun—events, camps, parks, indoor play, deals, and more. Use this quick guide to subscribe, browse events in West Volusia, Daytona Beach, and Palm Coast, explore our guides, and connect with local businesses.

How it works: Our calendars are updated all the time, and our guides and articles are refreshed throughout the year. If you’re ever unsure about an event, we recommend clicking through to the official organizer link and confirming details before heading out.


1) Subscribe (Free)

Subscribing is the fastest way to stay in the loop. You’ll receive a weekly email with highlights, a curated list of upcoming events, new guides, seasonal ideas, and occasional giveaways.

No spam, ever. You can unsubscribe anytime with one click at the bottom of any email.

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2) Find Local Events

Our event calendar is your one-stop shop for family fun. Browse day-by-day listings, search by keyword (try “free,” “craft,” “toddler,” “library,” or “festival”), and plan weekends in seconds.

Helpful feature: Many listings include buttons to add events to your phone with “iCalendar” or “Google Calendar.”

Have something coming up? Community events can be submitted for free. We love featuring library programs, school fundraisers, festivals, and family-friendly business events.

Submit an Event

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3) Explore Local Guides

Guides are our best “bookmark it” resources. Think of these as evergreen roundups that we update throughout the year: camps, kids eat free, parks and playgrounds, indoor play, birthday party ideas, holiday fun, and more.

West Volusia Guides | Daytona Beach Guides | Palm Coast Guides

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4) Read Articles

Articles are where we share timely local content. You’ll find weekly spotlights, holiday ideas, school and community updates, and features that help you plan quickly.

Quick tip: Use the search bar on each site to find exactly what you need (examples: “Valentine,” “summer camp,” “splash pad,” “toddler,” “free”).

West Volusia Articles | Daytona Beach Articles | Palm Coast Articles

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5) Business Directory

Looking for classes, camps, parties, or local services? The directory is a curated list of family-friendly businesses: enrichment programs, photographers, party pros, tutors, play spaces, and more.

Parent hack: If you find a business you love, tell them Macaroni KID sent you. It helps keep local family resources strong.

West Volusia Directory | Daytona Beach Directory | Palm Coast Directory

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6) Pro Tips for Using Macaroni KID
  • Start with the calendar: Check the “Today,” “This Weekend,” and “Free Events” options when planning fast.
  • Use keywords: Search for terms like “library,” “sensory,” “storytime,” “touch a truck,” “festival,” or “toddler.”
  • Save your favorites: Add events to your Google Calendar so you never forget.
  • Double-check details: Weather can change plans quickly, so confirm before you go.
  • Share with friends: The best local tips get better when families spread the word.
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Questions or corrections? Email kelseys@macaronikid.com.