16 Epic Kid-Friendly Openings Coming to NYC in 2020

Improve your Spinjitsu skils at Lego Ninjago World. Photo courtesy of Legoland New York

So far this month, we've ushered in a new decade, taken a ride on an interactive art installation, and celebrated the news a Harry Potter megastore opens this summer. City kids have it pretty good but dare we say, the best is yet to come. Our 2020 calendar is already packed with epic kid-friendly openings.

We've scoured the five boroughs to pull together this list of the most anticipated kid-friendly fun on the horizon, and there's something for everyone. We're psyched to celebrate the 150th anniversary of two of our favorite museums and are excitedly anticipating new thrills at Coney Island's Luna Park. We're dreaming of hot summer days and cooling off at a sprawling new splash pad, and killing time until then by twirling on a sky-high ice rink that's already open.

Here are 16 can't-miss openings, premieres, celebrations, and must-do activities for New York City kids this year.

Special Offers on Winter Family Vacations at Smugglers’ Notch Resort in Vermont

No one does winter fun quite like the charming countryside of Northern Vermont. And if you’re looking for the perfect destination for a Vermont family winter getaway, Smugglers’ Notch brings quintessential activities like skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, and plenty of free hot chocolate to kids and adults of all ages. Plus, special offers and a range of inclusive packages make that dream family vacation all the more accessible.

15 Places in Philly That Are Free for Kids Under 12

Photo of Storytelling Benches courtesy of J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia

They say the best things in life are free -- and that includes family fun here in Philly! Winter, spring, summer, or fall, families can explore a variety of indoor and outdoor spots found throughout the region that offer lots of enjoyment without charge.

Sometimes, finding activities in the City of Brotherly Love for the entire family can get a bit pricey...unless you know where to look. The good news? We do! So with all the things Philly has to offer, there's no reason to let money prohibit you from missing out on a day of family fun. Check out these engaging, educational, and free activities in the Philly area, perfect for kids under 12.

For more fun on a budget, check out our Free Activities Guide.

28 Great Kids' Movies from Around the World Come to NYC This Month

Get ready for some incredibly inspiring films this year at NYICFF. Photo courtesy of NYICFF

Who needs Sundance, or even Cannes? The 2020 New York International Children's Film Festival unspools this month in NYC, and we have all the info you need to enjoy it to the max, in an easily digestible format (there's a banquet out there). This is one fest where kids' opinions count: If you go, be sure to grab a ballot and vote on the films you've seen.

Read on for the full 411 on this year's fab films, including how to score discounted tickets. Popcorn mandatory.

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