City parents often think of New York City as our playground—its parks, transportation, and towering neighborhoods provide ample opportunities for exploration and inspiration. This fact was not lost on the team at the New York Hall of Science, who this week debut a brand-new, large-scale installation dedicated to the inner workings of city life with CityWorks, a sprawling, permanent exhibition that gives visitors, young and old, a look at what makes the city move.

From trash to transportation, waterworks to construction considerations, CityWorks lets visitors young and old embrace the spirit of urban planners with hands-on activities and info-packed displays designed to help visitors understand the complexities of keeping the city working as its populations and needs evolve. Read on for a look at this major new exhibition and get all our top tips for visiting NYSCI here.

May has Mother's Day and Memorial Day Weekend, but there are 29 other days in May to celebrate and we've rounded up something fun and maybe a little bit silly to celebrate and do every single day in May. Like Star Wars Day, National Grump Out, and Geek Pride Day! This is a month where you’ll never be searching for activities, things to do, and fun things to celebrate with kids!

You know what else May means? It's almost summer. To start planning your summer vacation, check out our Summer Vacation Guide. Bookmark it. It's the only thing you need to turn your summer into something entirely unforgettable, with thousands of local events & activities, and more fun things to do at home!

If you’ve been to a Mommy Poppins event, you know they're packed with unique and creative activities and lots of big fun for kids! Now, we’re excited to announce a brand-new event for the whole family. Our first NY Family Travel Fest, presented by Dreams Resorts & Spas, is a can't-miss event, with one of our most unique activity lineups, plus a chance to win a Dreams Resorts & Spas family vacation. Even better: It's all free!

If you're celebrating Mother's Day 2025 on Long Island, there are tons of ways to make the day special. We've rounded up dozens of only-in-LI experiences, from outdoor activities to foodie delights. 

For other family-friendly ideas for enjoying Mother's Day weekend, check out our top picks for where to enjoy Mother's Day brunch on Long Island. You can also find loads of other activities in our Family Activity Calendar.