Indoor Play Spaces & Fun Zones in NYC
Too cold, rainy, or hot to play outside? Don't sweat it. Our Indoor Activity Guide is jam-packed with ideas for where to go and what to do when the weather outside is frightful. You'll find loads of free places to play, story times all over the city, and drop-in play spaces. Rainy days might just become your favorite days with all of these options.
Also check our Indoor Activities Guide has loads of ideas for things to do at home like crafts, indoor games, and recipes kids can make.


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