5 Free Fun Indoor Activities for Kids in New York City
Last month I wrote about play spaces where you can drop in and pay for play, but how about places where you can drop in and not pay? There are still some great places that welcome you to play for free and we've rounded up 5 good ones below. Of course, you should also check out our list of free times at NYC museums so you don't miss out on things like pay what you wish Thursdays at the Children's Museum of the Arts.
Where to play for free indoors with NYC kids:
Brooklyn resale shop, Still Hip, invites you to make use of their play space pretty much every day from noon to 3pm, but check with their online calendar in case there's a class or event going on. FREE, but they do ask for a dollar or two donation for use of the space.
The JCC's R&R Shabbat is a fantastic event on Saturdays that is open to all. Every weekend, from 2-5pm, they offer different programs from children's concerts to free indoor play to yoga and even lectures and concerts for adults. This is truly a great activity for everyone in the family and a wonderful offering to take advantage of. Check their site for this week's schedule.
The Maclaren Store in SoHo has playgroups on Tuesday and Thursdays from 11-2. Toddlers and Preschoolers can listen to stories and play with staff. They even get a snack. It's free, all you have to do is reserve a spot ahead of time at 212 677-2700. [discontinued]
Sony Wonder Technology Lab is a free technology and entertainment museum for kids of all ages. They have interactive exhibits, free movie screenings and more.
City Treehouse is offering one free demo class or a free first visit to their playspace. And they have frequent open free times on weekends. Check their calendar for upcoming dates and call to reserve a spot. (212)255-2050
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Free Play at the Kids Fun House
The Kids Fun House is Queens offers FREE play every first Wednesday of the month. Their next free play day is Wednesday, March 3rd. Check out their website for more information and directions. They do have some parking in the back of their building which they do not advertise. Just call them and ask if you have trouble finding the place to park being its a bit tricky.
Unfortunately, we don't offer
Unfortunately, we don't offer free Wednesdays anymore. Right now we have Summer Special going- for only $5 a day, you can come and play for as long as you want! You get also 4 tokens with each paid admission.
$5 applies tuesday-friday, saturday and sunday is $10 per child.
Parents are always free. For more info and other specials check www.kidsfunhouse.com.
MacLauren store
I just spoke to a rep at the MacLauren Soho store and he told me that they no longer have playgroups in the store.
Thanks for sending the tip.
Thanks for sending the tip. I'll update the post.
Don't forget public
Don't forget public libraries! Not that they are "play areas" in the sense that an indoor playground is, but if you are looking for a low(er) key spot to snuggle down with your little one with a good book, maybe play with a puzzle, explore dinosaur facts, etc., than the many branches of the New York Public Library (or the Queens or Brooklyn libraries) are wonderful choices.
In addition, public libraries offer FREE baby, toddler, and preschool storytimes. Each branch has a different schedule and may require pre-registration- but these are wonderful ways to strengthen your child's pre-literacy skills, meet other parents, and discover great new books! All for free! You just can't beat that!
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