Blueberry picking near NYC begins in July, and juicy blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries are usually in season through the end of August. Some farms even have a second crop of raspberries that ripen later in the summer. So, if you missed the short but sweet strawberry picking season and can't wait for peach picking come August, now is a good time for your family to plan an outing to go blueberry picking near NYC.

Read on for the lowdown on 10 farms for blueberry picking near NYC. These tri-state area farms are all less than 2 hours from NYC and even include one accessible by mass transit. We're also including our helpful been-there-done-that blueberry-picking tips. Check out our comprehensive Guide to Pick-Your-Own Farms for everything from peaches to flowers and veggies.

Located in the heart of Soho, the Museum of Ice Cream is an immersive space offering interactive fun for kids of all ages, including a giant twisty slide, themed exhibits, a sprinkle pit, and, of course, all-you-can-eat ice cream! A hands-on, Instagram-ready experience, the Museum of Ice Cream is one of our favorite immersive museums in NYC for kids.

Read on for the full scoop on everything you need to know about visiting the Museum of Ice Cream with kids.

The Financial District is a booming family neighborhood in Lower Manhattan. Towering office building to high-end condo conversions were followed in short order by family-friendly businesses. There are excellent schools, unique playgrounds, indoor play spaces, and off-the-beaten-path museums.

It’s hard to tell now with all the modern skyscrapers, but the Financial District—aka FiDi—is the oldest settled part of NYC and a great place to learn about the city's storied history. Plus, almost every subway line stops in the Financial District, making it a super-convenient neighborhood to explore. Read on for our top 30 picks for things to do, see, and eat with kids in the Financial District and find more fun neighborhoods to explore in our Manhattan Kids Guide, which includes looks at the nearby enclaves of the South Street Seaport and Battery Park City.

It’s time to get the kids suited up and slathered in sunscreen because it’s summer in the city. While there are plenty of splash pads and spraygrounds in NYC, they can be intimidating to toddlers and preschoolers. That's why we're bringing you this list of the best NYC splash pads and sprinkler parks for little New Yorkers.

If you need more ways to beat the heat, visit our Guide to NYC Beaches, Lakes, and Pools for Families.

A picnic in Central Park makes for a lovely alfresco meal, but if you don't have time to plan, there are a handful of Central Park restaurants ready to serve you a sit-down or to-go meal, plus plenty of snack food staples at the ubiquitous hot dog carts peppering the paths that criss-cross the park.

Next time you find yourself exploring the secrets of Central Park and hunger strikes, here are our top picks for kid-friendly Central Park restaurants, plus some family-friendly restaurants just outside its gates.

When you're looking to grab a drink outside with the kids in tow, these family-friendly beer gardens in NYC are a great option. Beer gardens offer plenty of space for little ones and menus packed with hearty fare that's sure to please picky palates. As it turns out, NYC could give Bavaria a run for its money when it comes to kid-friendly beer gardens. So, whether you have a special occasion to celebrate, or you're simply saluting the fact you've made it through another day, here are some of the best NYC beer gardens and halls where families can raise their glasses.

For more dining options, check out our roundup of 20 restaurants in NYC offering outdoor dining, and visit our Restaurant Guide for NYC Families for even more picks.

If you want to sleep in the great outdoors, but not necessarily on the ground, consider these resorts for glamping near NYC. This elevated form of camping provides hotel-style perks, plus the kitsch appeal of camping.

Think of glamping as an upgraded version of traditional camping, typically with a larger, canvas tent already set up, often with beds, mattresses, and other creature comforts like picnic tables and grills built into your campsite. Most of these destinations for glamping near New York City are open between May and October and can include everything from bathrooms with running water to hotel-quality linens, kitchens, electricity, and even air conditioning.

These glamping spots in New Jersey, upstate New York, and the Poconos are also packed with family-friendly extras, including pools, playgrounds, hayrides, mini golf, giraffe encounters, movie nights, and we even found one glamping site that's home to a ropes course. Most also host tons of nature activities, like biking, fishing, and even face time with farm animals. Some offer hotel-level features, like on-site restaurants. Read on for our full list of where to go glamping near New York City, and find more ideas for a family-friendly getaway in our Guide to Day Trips and Weekend Getaways.

In New York City, playgrounds are as much a part of childhood as potty training and the tooth fairy, and having a go-to playground is a real sanity saver for city families. When you live in a tiny apartment, the neighborhood park is your backyard.

While New Yorkers are lucky to have many awesome local playgrounds, some NYC playgrounds are a cut above the rest. These spots offer plenty of space to romp and enough outdoor entertainment to make them worth a schlep on the subway. Without further ado, read on for 21 of New York City's best playgrounds—our NYC playground hall of fame—and find more places to play in our NYC Kids' Guide to Parks and Playgrounds.