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Spring Fun Guide for New York City Kids

Mar 15 2013
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 for Kids

Best NYC Kids’ Theater Shows Spring 2013: 14 Family Shows at Non-Broadway Prices Best NYC Kids’ Theater Shows Spring 2013: 14 Family Shows at Non-Broadway Prices
Best Museum Exhibits for NYC Kids Spring 2013: 7 Great New InstallationsBest Museum Exhibits for NYC Kids Spring 2013: 7 Great New Installations
Top 10 NYC Kids' Concerts for Spring 2013: The Deedle Deedle Dees, Shine & the Moonbeams and MoreTop 10 NYC Kids' Concerts for Spring 2013: The Deedle Deedle Dees, Shine & the Moonbeams and More
4 Cool New Free Public Art Displays That NYC Kids Will Love4 Cool New Free Public Art Displays That NYC Kids Will Love

Spring Outdoor Activities: Sports, Festivals and Gardens

32 NYC Festivals, Street Fairs and Carnivals May 201332 NYC Festivals, Street Fairs and Carnivals May 2013
It's My Park Day and Other NYC Outdoor Volunteering Opportunities for FamiliesIt's My Park Day and Other NYC Outdoor Volunteering Opportunities for Families
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 2013Little League Baseball, Softball and T-Ball for New York City Kids 2013
Best Places for Families to Bike Ride in ManhattanBest Places for Families to Bike Ride in Manhattan
Miniature Golf Courses for NYC KidsMiniature Golf Courses for NYC Kids
Enjoy Free Family Camping in NYC ParksEnjoy Free Family Camping in NYC Parks

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

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    Earth Day is fast approaching but as they say, shouldn't every day be Earth Day? In the spirit of that statement, the National Wildlife Federation has teamed up with Nickelodeon, TheMotherhood.com and other bloggers (including Mommy Poppins!) to get the word out about B Kind 2 Earth Day,...
  • The World's Largest Dinosaurs: A Groundbreaking Exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History
    There's something huge at the American Museum of Natural History, and I'm not talking about the Blue Whale. I'm referring to the groundbreaking new exhibit The World’s Largest Dinosaurs, which is sure to be a big hit with amateur paleontologists young and old. This fascinating show focuses on...
  • Earth Day 2011 Celebrations for NYC Kids and Families
    Warning: Mother Nature is reminding us who's boss by bringing storms our way on Earth Day weekend. Before you head to an outdoor event, be sure to check its official website for weather-related updates or cancellations. The very first Earth Day in 1970 was a grassroots event that hoped to inspire...
  • Passover Events and Celebrations for New York City Kids
    Why is this night different than any other night? Because we're telling you about the best Passover parties in town. While some kids hunt for plastic candy-filled eggs, children who celebrate Passover are already scouting out possible hiding places for the afikoman. This year, the first...
  • 13 Concerts for Kids in New York City: Culture Guide Spring 2011
    We recently highlighted 11 great stage shows and 6 cool exhibits for families this spring. Now it's time to tell you about all of the wonderful kids' bands that will be performing this season. Big names include Grammy winner Dan Zanes; legendary folk singer Peter Yarrow; Seattle’s answer to...
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    We're very proud to announce the birth of our new Spring Fun Guide! Last year we launched guides for winter, summer and fall and now we're excited to highlight this special season, when NYC families wake up from their winter hibernation and start spending their days outdoors again. Read on for a...
  • 6 Cool Exhibits for Kids in New York City: Culture Guide Spring 2011
    Last week we told you about 11 great stage shows for families. Today, our spring culture roundup continues with six new exhibits that kids will love. (In a couple of cases, they may actually beg you to bring them!)  From Harry Potter relics to an in-depth look at how Dinosaurs lived to ancient...
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    It’s not just gardens that are blooming this season. NYC’s family theater scene is bursting with new, colorful stage productions. As a total theater geek who grew up going to Broadway spectacles (back when regular folk could afford to do that on a regular basis), I love taking my...
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