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Spring Fun Guide for New York City Kids

Apr 8 2011
Spring Fun Guide for New York City Kids

Just as flowers blossom all over town in spring, so do great activities for New York City families. There's no reason to leave the Big Apple to get a taste of outdoor fun. We've got fairs and festivals, Little League games, places to see beautiful blooming buds and nearby farms for fruit picking.

Spring culture in the city also kicks into high gear. There are great shows, cool concerts and awesome exhibits for kids. We hope your family has a chance to try all of the amazing NYC activities we've compiled in our Spring Fun Guide.

Spring Culture

Best NYC Kids’ Shows for Spring 2012: 13 Family Theater ShowsBest NYC Kids’ Shows for Spring 2012: 13 Family Theater Shows
Best New Museum Exhibits for NYC Kids Spring 2012: 6 Awesome Installations for FamiliesBest New Museum Exhibits for NYC Kids Spring 2012: 6 Awesome Installations for Families
Best NYC Kids' Concerts for Spring 2012: 13 Live Family Music ShowsBest NYC Kids' Concerts for Spring 2012: 13 Live Family Music Shows

Spring Outdoor Activities: Sports, Festivals and Gardens

Strawberry Fields: 4 Strawberry Picking Farms on Long Island (and a Couple of Festivals)Strawberry Fields: 4 Strawberry Picking Farms on Long Island (and a Couple of Festivals)
25 NYC Street Fairs, Festivals and Carnivals May 201225 NYC Street Fairs, Festivals and Carnivals May 2012
Tribeca Film Festival 2012: Free Family Events, Movies and Street FairsTribeca Film Festival 2012: Free Family Events, Movies and Street Fairs
Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in NYCBest Places to See Cherry Blossoms in NYC
Little League Baseball, Softball and T-Ball for New York City Kids 2012Little League Baseball, Softball and T-Ball for New York City Kids 2012
Best Places for Families to Bike Ride in ManhattanBest Places for Families to Bike Ride in Manhattan
Miniature Golf Courses in NYC Miniature Golf Courses in NYC
Enjoy Free Family Camping in NYC ParksEnjoy Free Family Camping in NYC Parks
Fun and Free Ways to Connect with Nature for NYC Kids Fun and Free Ways to Connect with Nature for NYC Kids

Spring Holidays: Easter, Mother's Day and More

Mother's Day Brunch in NYC 2012: Mama's Choice Mother's Day Brunch in NYC 2012: Mama's Choice
Mother's Day Brunch in NYC: 8 Great Restaurants for Families Mother's Day Brunch in NYC: 8 Great Restaurants for Families
Celebrate National Poetry Month with NYC KidsCelebrate National Poetry Month with NYC Kids
Handmade Gifts for Teachers for NYC Kids and FamiliesHandmade Gifts for Teachers for NYC Kids and Families

Spring Travel Ideas

Indoor Water Parks Near NYCIndoor Water Parks Near NYC
Science and Natural History Museum Day TripsScience and Natural History Museum Day Trips
Silverball Museum Arcade in New Jersey: Family Fun Without a CarSilverball Museum Arcade in New Jersey: Family Fun Without a Car
30 New York City Family-Friendly Day Trips30 New York City Family-Friendly Day Trips

Awesome Playgrounds

Destination Playground: Riverbank State Park in HarlemDestination Playground: Riverbank State Park in Harlem
The Renovated Minetta Playground Finally Opens in Greenwich VillageThe Renovated Minetta Playground Finally Opens in Greenwich Village
Destination Playground: Indian Road Playground in Inwood Hill Park Destination Playground: Indian Road Playground in Inwood Hill Park
Destination Playground: Heckscher Playground in Central ParkDestination Playground: Heckscher Playground in Central Park
Destination Playground: Gantry Plaza State ParkDestination Playground: Gantry Plaza State Park
Destination Playground: Elmhurst Park in Queens Destination Playground: Elmhurst Park in Queens

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  • 25 NYC Street Fairs, Festivals and Carnivals May 2012
    There are street fairs and then there are street fairs. We don't mean those random ones that sell irregular socks and fried Oreos; we're talking about true community festivals. Each one is unique and reflects the character of its neighborhood, and many feature rides, performances,...
  • Best New Museum Exhibits for NYC Kids Spring 2012: 6 Awesome Installations for Families
    We've already told you about the best children's theater shows and kids' concerts happening this spring. Now we turn our attention to the season's top new museum exhibits for kids. While all of our winter exhibit picks are still on view this spring, including the New York Hall of...
  • Best NYC Kids' Concerts for Spring 2012: 13 Live Family Music Shows
    Last week we told you about 13 wonderful kids' shows playing in NYC this spring. Today we're sharing the best kids' bands rocking out on city stages this season. My four-year-old daughter and I love seeing live concerts, and some of our favorite family bands are playing over the next...
  • Tribeca Film Festival 2012: Free Family Events, Movies and Street Fairs
    One of our favorite annual NYC events, the Tribeca Film Festival, is set to take over downtown April 18-29, and as always there are lots of fabulous activities for families. The popular Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair will take place on Saturday, April 28. While Mommy Poppins won't have a...
  • Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in NYC
    There's no more delightful way to enjoy the onset of spring than seeing the beautiful cherry blossoms flowering all over New York City. I think everyone knows about the Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, but there are several other places where you can...
  • 10 Spring Festivals, Fairs and Carnivals for NYC Families April 2012
    NYC families are gearing up to celebrate Easter, Passover and spring break. But you know what else is coming up? A new season of outdoor festivals, street fairs and carnivals, big annual favorites like the Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Cherry Blossom...
  • Spring Break 2012: Best Things to Do with NYC Kids During April Recess
    It's almost here! From Friday, April 6 through Sunday, April 15, New York City public school students will be on spring break. You know what that means: Time to start planning memorable and enriching adventures for the whole family (unless of course you're sending the kids to a spring...
  • Little League Baseball, Softball and T-Ball for New York City Kids 2012
    The Yankees and the Mets aren’t the only ones stepping up to the plate this spring. Thousands of kids across the city will be eagerly dusting off their cleats in anticipation of Little League’s opening day on Saturday, March 31 (although some teams kick off in April). Joining a...
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