NYC Kids Summer Guide: 589 Best Festivals, Deals, Activities & Free Things to Do

Welcome to our NYC Summer Guide! I’m Jody, Mommy Poppins' NYC editor and a mom of three kids living in Harlem. I've been here at Mommy Poppins helping families find the best stuff to do for 10 years. And it's not just me; Mommy Poppins is a team of parents in the NYC tri-state area and across the country out there every day checking out all the stuff to do with our own families so we can give you the inside scoop.

This summer guide is the accumulation of all our years of exploring all the area beaches and swimming spots, museums, festivals, amusement & water parks, rainy day activities, and so much more!

In our NYC Summer Guide you will find: 

  • Bucket lists of the best NYC summer fun

  • Summer of SAVINGS deals!

  • The best ways to get wet & keep cool

  • Summer music and movie festivals and fairs

  • Weekend day trips & getaways

  • At home activity ideas

Not seeing what you're looking for? DM us on social media or email me (NYC Editor) through our contact form. I'm happy to help!

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