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The annual Winter Lantern Festival is back for a fourth year, transforming SIUH Community Park into an immersive world of light. Photo courtesy of the festival

Best of October: Awesome Things To Do in NYC with Kids

From the sweet to the spooky, here are the best things to do with NYC kids in October.

Candy corn, critters, and plenty of sweet treats await when the Boo at the Zoo takes over the Bronx Zoo this fall in NYC. Photo by Ally Noel

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 35 Top Things To Do in NYC this Fall

Here are the seasonal favorites and new debuts that have us excited for fall.

Photo courtesy of PMC Production Co.

The Best Family Shows of Off-Broadway's New Victory Theater 2022-2023 Season

Plus workshops, pre-show activities, and sensory-friendly performances.

Pick you own apples at a farm near NYC. Photo by Matt Nighswander

Fall Fun Guide for NYC Kids

Best fall fairs, u-pick farms, art, and seasonal getaway ideas for NYC families.

Between the towering artwork and Mother Nature's handiwork, Storm King Art Center is a stunning destination for a fall day trip from NYC. Photo courtesy of the venue

30 Fall Day Trips from NYC for Families

Apple picking, leaf-peeping, museums, farm fun...No wonder we love autumn in the NYC area.

Kids can go apple picking near NYC at Alstede Farms, where low-to-the-ground trees are perfect for little pickers. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala

Apple Picking near NYC: Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with Kids

As the seasons change, it's time to plan your pick-your-own apple outing.

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

100 Things To Do in New York State with Kids Before They Grow Up

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

Visit the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden for seasonal, kid-friendly celebrations on Columbus Day and all October long. Photo courtesy of NYBG

Best Things To Do on Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day in NYC

We've rounded up over two dozen spots that are open on the holiday for family fun.

Tiny trick-or-treaters are invited to show off their Halloween costumes as they walk the trick-or-treat trail at the Queens Botanical Garden. Photo courtesy of the garden

Top Halloween Events in NYC for Families in 2022

The spooky season is upon us and these are the must-do's in NYC this Halloween.

Find spooky Halloween fun around NYC with our guide

Halloween Events & Activities for NYC Kids

The best Halloween parades, events, and seasonal fun for NYC kids.

Governors Island’s annual pumpkin patch, Pumpkin Point, returns to the historic Nolan Park. Photo courtesy of Governors Island

Harvest Festivals, Hayrides, and Pumpkin Patches in NYC for Families

No car? No problem! There's plenty of fall fun to be had within NYC limits.

Join in the Halloween fun at the Whippany Railway Museum onboard "The Pumpkin Patch Train". Photo courtesy of the Whippany Railway Museum

The Great Pumpkin Train and More Halloween Train Rides in New Jersey

Hop aboard a pumpkin train for scenic and spooky fun!

The Harlem Meer's free Halloween event lineup includes costumes, plenty of candy, and a charming pumpkin flotilla. Photo courtesy of Central Park Conservancy

Best Free Halloween Events in New York City for Kids in 2022

Here's the best treat of all: A roundup of totally FREE Halloween events for families in NYC.

Pluck a perfect pumpkin from the pumpkin patch at Alstede Farm in New Jersey. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala

12 Pumpkin Patches near NYC for Families

Pick a perfect pumpkin at one of these patches in Westchester, New Jersey, and Long Island.

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

Guide to NYC Classes for Kids

Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in New York City, from fully virtual...

& Juliet turns Shakespeare's classic tale on its head with plenty of girl power. Photo courtesy of Matthew Murphy

Best Broadway Shows for Kids and Families

If it's been a while since you've been to Broadway, here's what to see with kids now.

NYC school kids head back to school on Thursday, September 8, 2022, according to the newly released NYC public school calendar. Photo by Al De Ingeniis

Here's the NYC Public School Calendar for 2022-2023

See all the days off NYC kids will have during the 2022-2023 school year.

Find the NYC neighborhood that fits your family.

Moving Guide: Top NYC Neighborhoods for Families

Moving in NYC? Check out these top neighborhoods.

Spread a picnic, throw a party, and just enjoy the view from Sheep Meadow during a visit to Central Park with kids. Photo via Flickr by ep jhu

Central Park with Kids: 33 Fun Things To Do and Secrets to Uncover in Manhattan's Backyard

Discover something new in Central Park, NYC's sprawling backyard.

These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

65 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

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.

Playgrounds & Parks NYC Guide

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

Introduce your preschooler to art in a laid back way at Socrates Sculpture Park in Queens, which is stunning in any season. Photo by Jody Mercier

25 Things To Do With Preschoolers in NYC Before They Turn 5

Consider this your early-childhood bucket list for raising a wee New Yorker.

Kids will love the indoor faux camp out at The Peninsula.

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

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

Hunting down pop-up public art displays is one of our favorite free things to do in NYC. Zaq Landsberg's Reclining Liberty is on display in Morningside Park through April 2022.

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 Cloisters offers pay-what-you-wish admission to New York state residents as well as New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut students. Photo by Suzy Q

Free Times To Visit NYC Museums, Gardens, and Zoos

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

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

Top Attractions in NYC: Best Things To See and Do With Kids

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

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

Free Things To Do in NYC with Kids

Find the best FREE kids activities in NYC, including free classes, outdoor adventures, indoor play...

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?

Photo courtesy of Kodable

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These programs teach kids how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

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

Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects for Creative At-Home Fun

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

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

Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for NYC Kids

Find a great weekend getaway from NYC for the whole family with this guide to the best day trips...

Teach 'em to tie during downtime.

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.

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

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

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

News & Openings in NYC

Check out the latest NYC openings.

Boredom Busters for Kids

Find crafts for kids, games, and more projects to spark kids' imaginations!

Knights in armor, jugglers, jesters, magicians, musicians, storytellers, and more costumed characters are all on hand at The Medieval Festival in Fort Tryon Park. Photo courtesy of the Fort Tryon Park Trust

Atlantic Antic, Medieval Fest and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids

The Atlantic Antic returns, Amal says goodbye, and more fun for this first October weekend.

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Governors Island’s annual pumpkin patch, Pumpkin Point, returns to the historic Nolan Park. Photo courtesy of Governors Island

Harvest Festivals, Hayrides, and Pumpkin Patches in NYC for Families

No car? No problem! There's plenty of fall fun to be had within NYC limits.

Celebrate the changing of the seasons at the Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy's annual Harvest Festival! Photo by Katherine Gray

Free in October: 35 Things To Do in NYC with Kids

Leave your wallet at home. There's lots of FREE fun in October in NYC.

The Harlem Meer's free Halloween event lineup includes costumes, plenty of candy, and a charming pumpkin flotilla. Photo courtesy of Central Park Conservancy

Best Free Halloween Events in New York City for Kids in 2022

Here's the best treat of all: A roundup of totally FREE Halloween events for families in NYC.

& Juliet turns Shakespeare's classic tale on its head with plenty of girl power. Photo courtesy of Matthew Murphy

Best Broadway Shows for Kids and Families

If it's been a while since you've been to Broadway, here's what to see with kids now.

Try your hand at corn husking and more analog entertainment during the Queens County Fair. Photo courtesy of the Queens County Farm Museum

Best Fall Festivals in NYC this Autumn for Families

Beat back-to-school blues with these fantastic family-friendly fall festivals.

Visit the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden for seasonal, kid-friendly celebrations on Columbus Day and all October long. Photo courtesy of NYBG

Best Things To Do on Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day in NYC

We've rounded up over two dozen spots that are open on the holiday for family fun.