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Luna Park in Coney Island, the largest amusement park in New York City, opens for season this weekend. Photo by Jody Mercier

Luna Park Opening, Rock and Roll Playhouse & More Things To Do this Weekend in NYC with Kids

Seasonal openings abound, plus we've got the scoop on free candy, too!

Hop the ferry to Governors Island to explore all the island has to offer. Photo by Diana Kim

Spring Day Trips from NYC for Families

Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby state park, amusement park, or seasonal destination.

The Queens County Farm Museum hosts a massive Barnyard Egg Hunt complete with with Whiskers the Bunny photo-ops. Photo courtesy of the museum

22 Best Easter Egg Hunts in New York City

Get your basket ready, here's where you can hunt Easter eggs this spring.

Summer camps help kids develop social skills and have fun

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NYC Summer Camp Guide

Find a great summer camp in NYC for kids of all ages and interests.

Mommy Poppins and Brooklyn Bridge Parents will host their second annual BABYTOPIA on Saturday, April 5.

BABYTOPIA Returns in April with Big Fun for Young Families

BABYTOPIA is interactive and fun with loads of cool, FREE activities.

Enjoy a tropical spring break daycation with a trip to DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream Mall in New Jersey. Photo by the author

Spring Break 2025: 49 Fun Things To Do in NYC

Staying local this spring break? We've got plenty to keep your family busy.

Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr

Cheap Spring Break Trips for Family Vacations

It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape!

Brooklyn's Flying Apple offers action-packed fun for kids of all ages.

24 Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in NYC

A day indoors is a lot of fun at these local romper rooms.

Celebrate all things Irish at St. Patrick's Day Parades all across NYC this month. Photo by Jody Mercier

Free Activities for Kids in March 2025: 46 Things To Do in NYC

Save some green this March with these FREE family activities.

Shake off the winter blues and douse your family in the colors of spring at the Holi Celebration at the South Street Seaport. Photo by Mike Szpot

St. Patrick's Day Parades and More Best Things To Do in NYC March 2025 with Kids

We're marching to the beat of fun this month with tons of family-friendly happenings.

Teens have the opportunity to explore arts careers and institutions with Whitney Museum Youth Insights Program. Photo by Diana Kim

Teens Can Apply Now for Summer Internships in NYC

Take note: Now is the time for teens to apply for these summer gigs.

The Ausable Chasm has been described as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks and it's one of our top 100 things to do in New York State with kids. Photo by Anna Fader

Ultimate New York Bucket List: 100 Things To Do with Kids in NY State

Your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in NY as a family.

Hell's Kitchen is a cool coming-of-age piece loosely based on Alicia Keys' life story. Photo by Marc J. Franklin

Best New Broadway Shows This Season Plus Can't-Miss Classics for Families

Broadway is booming with new openings. Here are our top pick for families.

The Peninsula New York rolls out the red carpet for kids—and their grown ups!

Family-Friendly Hotels in New York City with Perks for Kids

These NYC hotels house special perks for kids, from pools to bunkbeds.

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Indoor Playgrounds, Play Spaces, and Fun Zones in NYC

Where to go when it's too hot, too cold, or too rainy to play outside.

Discover the NYC-themed play space hidden inside the Toys

27 Free Things To Do Indoors in NYC: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days

Get out of the house—and the cold—with these free, kid-focused spots.

There's always a cool new piece of public art to see and interact with in NYC. Photo by Jody Mercier

100 Free Things To Do in NYC with Kids

Here's how to have fun as a family in NYC without spending a dime.

The 2024-2025 NYC public school calendar is out, and students return to school on Thursday, September 5.

Here's the NYC Public School Calendar for 2024-2025

Start planning your 2024-25 school year vacations now.

Free activities for Kids in NYC include the Children's Museum of the Arts, which has pay-what-you-wish Thursdays from 4-6pm. Photo courtesy of the museum

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Free Things To Do in NYC with Kids

Find the best FREE kids' activities in NYC.

Visit the 180 Pool at the Crystal Springs Resort. Photo courtesy of the resort

14 Family-Friendly Weekend Getaways near NYC

These weekend getaways offer nature, culture, art, and food and are well worth the trip.

Explore modern humanity through all-new world-wandering exhibitions at Mmuseumm.

Weird, Wacky, and Wonderful Under-the-Radar Museums in NYC that Kids Love

Some of NYC's most interesting kid-friendly museums aren't the ones you find in guidebooks.

Kids' classes like art lessons can help your NYC child grow and develop

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Guide to NYC Classes for Kids

Discover awesome afterschool and weekend classes for kids in New York City.

Climb on platforms dangling from ropes at Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier

NYC's Best Playgrounds: 21 Parks Worthy of a Subway Schlep

We've scoured the city and swung on the monkey bars, and these are our favorite spots.

Diving into the sprinkle pool at the Museum of Ice Cream is a great way to cure rainy day blues. Photo by Jody Mercier

47 Fun Indoor Activities in NYC for a Rainy Day

These indoor NYC activities guarantee a good time when the weather is a bummer.

For an only-in-NYC experience, head to the Top of the Rock to enjoy the view. Photo by Jody Mercier

Best Attractions and Things To Do near NYC that are Kid-Friendly

These local destinations are guaranteed to please kids and kids at heart.

Tea Around Town combines a sumptuous meal with a unique view NYC landmarks! Photo by Jody Mercier

25 Best NYC Tours for Families: From Boat Rides to Free Walking Tours and More

These NYC tours offer behind-the-scenes secrets, local lore, and get you off the beaten path.

The American Museum of Natural History's blue whale is an NYC icon, and the entire museum is one of the best children's museums in NYC. Photo by R. Mickens/courtesy of AMNH

Best Museums for Kids in NYC: Children's Museums and Family-Friendly Museums in NYC

Make art, explore the natural world, and enjoy science projects at NYC's top kid-friendly museums.

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Guide to Kids' Birthday Parties in NYC

Discover the best places for children's birthday parties in New York & throw a kids' party to...

Registration is now open for the reasonably priced summer camps at YMCA locations in NYC.

Free and Cheap Summer Camps in NYC for Kids

These all-ages summer camp programs won't break the bank.

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has 75 animal exhibits and is home to more than 7,000 animals. Photo courtesy of the aquarium

Best Aquariums to Visit from the NYC Metro Area with Kids

Go under the sea on a day trip to one of these local aquariums.

Get a Broadway-caliber serenade during a birthday dinner at Ellen's Stardust Diner.

Best Fun Restaurants for Kids' Birthdays in NYC

These celebration worthy spots are perfect for milestone meals.

See the skyline from a whole new vantage point on the Roosevelt Island Tram. Photo courtesy of NYCGo

100 Things To Do in NYC With Kids Before They Grow Up

This is our NYC kids bucket list. How many have you checked off?

Get a birds eye view of the skyline from the Edge observation deck at Hudson Yards. Plan a visit near sundown to watch the city lights come to life. Photo by Jody Mercier

3 Days in NYC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom

You can take a big bite out of the Big Apple in a short time with these tips.

Feed a crowd with extra large, classic, New York-style pizza slices without breaking the bank. Photo by Jody Mercier

NYC on a Budget: Cheap Things To Do and Money Saving Tips for Families

NYC offers plenty of fun without breaking the bank. Here are our top tips for budget fun.

75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

The Met offers pay-what-you wish admission at all times to New Yorkers and kids always attend for free. Photo by Jody Mercier

Free Museums and Free Museum Days in NYC for Kids

Enjoy a day of nature or culture without spending a dime.

Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting. Photo by Sara Marentette

Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects

Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play.

No visit to NYC is complete without an up-close encounter with the Statue of Liberty. Photo by Jess Laird

40 Best NYC Attractions to Do with Kids Right Now

Bookmark this list of must-sees for the next time you host visitors to the Big Apple.

65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age

It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.

Take a hike with your little one on a family day trip from NYC.

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Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for NYC Kids

Find a great weekend getaway from NYC for the whole family.

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

67 Easy Science Experiments for Kids To Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier

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Playgrounds & Parks NYC Guide

NYC is a big concrete jungle, yes, but we've also got almost 30,000 acres of parkland. From grand...

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Crafts for Kids: Thousands of Craft Ideas

Find crafts for kids and cool projects to spark kids' imaginations!

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SOLD OUT - Gimme Please! at BAM Fisher
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Nature's Workshop: Recycled Plantable Paper Making in Herbert Von King Park
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Living History: 19th Century Sew-a-thon at the New-York Historical Society
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Opening Weekend at The Yard
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Paper Marbling Workshop at Historic Richmondtown
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Eid al-Fitr at CMoM
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Sloomoo Institute
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Discovery Walks for Families: The Ramble in Central Park
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Pictures with the Bunny at the Staten Island Mall
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Tea Around Town: Pink Winter Wonderland
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Huddle at Carnegie Hall
Resnick Education Wing at Carnegie Hall - various times Pick

Sloomoo Institute
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Pictures with the Bunny at the Staten Island Mall
Staten Island Mall - various times

Tea Around Town: Pink Winter Wonderland
TopView Sightseeing Bus Stop - various times

DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream Mall
DreamWorks Water Park - various times

Huddle at Carnegie Hall
Resnick Education Wing at Carnegie Hall - various times Pick

Sloomoo Institute
Sloomoo Institute - 10:00 AM

Cirque du Soleil's LUZIA on Randall's Island
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Pictures with the Bunny at the Staten Island Mall
Staten Island Mall - various times

Tea Around Town: Pink Winter Wonderland
TopView Sightseeing Bus Stop - various times

Big Umbrella Festival at Lincoln Center
Lincoln Center Damrosch Park - various times Pick

Little Shop of Horrors at LaGuardia High School
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Huddle at Carnegie Hall
Resnick Education Wing at Carnegie Hall - various times Pick

Sloomoo Institute
Sloomoo Institute - 10:00 AM

Cross Stitch Circle at NY Historical
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Little Shop of Horrors at LaGuardia High School
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Big Umbrella Festival at Lincoln Center
Lincoln Center Damrosch Park - various times Pick

Huddle at Carnegie Hall
Resnick Education Wing at Carnegie Hall - various times Pick

CityPickle Opening Week at Wollman Rink
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Sloomoo Institute
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New York Theatre Ballet's The Royal Collection at Florence Gould Hall
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Koko NYC Makers Workshop in Battery Park City
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Spring Opening at the Audubon Center
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Earthfest at the American Museum of Natural History
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Celebrate Eid al-Fitr at the Brooklyn Children's Museum
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