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Luna Park in Coney Island opens Friday, March 31st. Photo courtesy of Luna Park NYC
Luna Park Opening and More Things To Do this Weekend in NYC
Celebrate spring with a ton of seasonal reopenings.
TNF hosts an Easter egg hunt in Sakura Park on April 16. Photo courtesy of the event
30+ Easter Egg Hunts in New York City
Get your basket ready, here's where you can hunt Easter eggs this spring.
Step into an 8,000-square-foot wonderland of balloons and inflatables during Balloontopia at City Point. Photo courtesy of the event
26 Best Things To Do in NYC April 2023 with Kids
Spring festivals, Easter fun, and Earth Day have us anticipating April's arrival.
Summer camps help kids develop social skills and have fun
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NYC Summer Camp Guide
Find a great summer camp in NYC for your kid with our guide to nature camps, STEM camps, dance and...
Dress in your Sunday best for an Easter brunch and Easter Bunny pictures at Stella 34. Photo by Jody Mercier
Meet the Easter Bunny at Easter Brunches in New York City Area
These Easter brunches offer a delicious meal and a meeting with the Easter Bunny.
Registration is now open for the reasonably priced summer camps at YMCA locations in NYC.
Free and Cheap Summer Camps in NYC for Kids
These all-ages summer camp programs won't break the bank.
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Easter Activities Guide for NYC Families
Find the best Easter events, brunches, treats, and more.
Pose for pictures with the Easter Bunny at the Queens County Farm Museum's annual Barnyard Egg Hunt. Photo courtesy of the museum
Where To Take Easter Bunny Pictures in NYC
Smile: It's time for that seasonal photo-op with the Easter Bunny.
Chelsea Piers Camps offer a variety of programs from preschool camps to elite training, where children are able to pursue their passions and fuel their athletic potential. Photo courtesy of Chelsea Piers
Best Winter and Spring Break Camps for NYC Kids and Teens
From arts to cooking, sports to sewing, we've got winter and spring break covered.
Enjoy a wild visit to the Philadelphia Zoo during a weekend getaway to the City of Brotherly Love. Photo courtesy of the zoo
13 Family-Friendly Weekend Getaways near NYC
These weekend getaways offer nature, culture, art, and food and are well worth the trip.
Hop the ferry to Governors Island to explore all the island has to offer. Photo by Diana Kim
28 Spring Day Trips from the New York City Metro Area for Families
Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby state park, sculpture garden, or hiking trail.
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.
Get a Broadway-caliber serenade during a birthday dinner at Ellen's Stardust Diner.
Best Fun Restaurants for Kids' Birthdays in NYC
These celebration worthy spots are perfect for milestone meals.
We've got the ideas for the best kids' birthday parties in New York City
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Guide to Kids' Birthday Parties in NYC
Discover the best places for children's birthday parties in New York & throw a kids' party to...
Ravenswood Playground's renovations include a spectacular new play structure fit for royalty.
New NYC Playgrounds We Can't Wait to Visit
If you need a new romping spot, try one of these new and renovated playgrounds.
DOROT's Manhattan Teen Internship Program pairs teens with older adults in need of companionship and aid.
Teens Can Apply Now for Summer Internships in NYC
Take note: Now is the time for teens to apply for these summer gigs.
These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day
Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
Get a birds eye view of the skyline from the Edge observation deck at Hudson Yards. Plan a visit near sundown to watch the city lights come to life. Photo by Jody Mercier
3 Days in NYC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
You can take a big bite out of the Big Apple in a short time with these tips.
Lola and Tots offers is a drop-in play as well as membership-based childcare with co-working benefits.
19 Top Indoor Play Spaces in New York City
A day indoors is a lot of fun at these local romper rooms.
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
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Free Things To Do in NYC with Kids
Find the best FREE kids activities in NYC, including free classes, outdoor adventures, indoor play...
Feed a crowd with extra large, classic, New York-style pizza slices without breaking the bank. Photo by Jody Mercier
NYC on a Budget: Cheap Things To Do and Money Saving Tips for Families
NYC offers plenty of fun without breaking the bank. Here are our top tips for budget fun.
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Indoor Play Spaces & Fun Zones in NYC
Where to go and what to do when it's too hot, too cold or too rainy to go to the park.
Discover the NYC-themed play space hidden inside the Toys
22 Free Indoor Places To Play in NYC
Get out of the house—and the cold—with these free, kid-focused spots.
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.
& 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.
Kids' classes like art lessons can help your NYC child grow and develop
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Guide to NYC Classes for Kids
Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in New York City, from fully virtual...
Find the NYC neighborhood that fits your family.
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Moving Guide: Top NYC Neighborhoods for Families
Moving in NYC? Check out these top neighborhoods.
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.
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.
The Peninsula New York rolls out the red carpet for kids—and their grown ups!
Family-Friendly Hotels in New York City with Perks for Kids
These NYC hotels house special perks for kids, from pools to bunkbeds.
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Playgrounds & Parks NYC Guide
NYC is a big concrete jungle, yes, but we've also got almost 30,000 acres of parkland. From grand...
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 Met offers pay-what-you wish admission at all times to New Yorkers and kids always attend for free. Photo by Jody Mercier
Free Museums and Free Museum Days in NYC for Kids
Enjoy a day of nature or culture without spending a dime.
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?
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.
Take a hike with your little one on a family day trip from NYC.
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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.
The internet is full of coding programs for kids, but which are the best? We tested them all. Photo courtesy of Kodable
Best Free Coding for Kids Websites and Apps (And Worth-it Paid Ones)
These programs teach kids how to code, build websites and 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.
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News & Openings in NYC
Check out the latest NYC openings.
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.
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Boredom Busters for Kids
Find crafts for kids, games, and more projects to spark kids' imaginations!
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Spring Fun Guide for NYC Kids
The best seasonal events and fun for NYC kids, from carnivals and cherry blossoms to day trips and...

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Nostalgia Train Ride to The Yankees Home Opener
Grand Central Shuttle (S Train) - 11:00 AM Pick
Prospect Park Carousel Opening
Prospect Park Carousel - 12:00 PM Pick
The Water Arch
Seaport District - various times Pick
Small Is Beautiful: Miniature Art Exhibition
Small Is Beautiful - 10:00 AM
Museum of Failure
Industry City - 10:00 AM
Prospect Park Carousel Opening
Prospect Park Carousel - 12:00 PM Pick
Interactive Puppetsburg Show in LIC
Gantry View School - 4:00 PM Pick
Silent Disco
Williamsbridge Oval - 6:00 PM Pick
Zephyr
The New Victory Theater - various times Pick
The Water Arch
Seaport District - various times Pick
Easter Egg Hunt at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum - 10:00 AM Pick
Annual Shearing of the Heather Celebration
Heather Garden, Fort Tryon Park - 10:00 AM Pick
April Fools’: NYC Architecture that Never Was! [SOLD OUT]
The Skyscraper Museum - 10:30 AM Pick
Trinity Grace Church Easter Egg Hunt
Prospect Park Bandshell - 10:00 AM Pick
Senator Roxanne J. Persaud SD 19 Easter Egg Hunt
Canarsie Park - 11:00 AM Pick
Easter Brunch at the Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe New York - 10:00 AM Pick
Barnyard Egg Hunt
Queens County Farm Museum - 11:00 AM Pick
Freedom Art Jam at the Jewish Museum Family Day
The Jewish Museum - 11:00 AM Pick
Prehistoric Central Park
Central Park - 11:00 AM Pick
Prospect Park Carousel Opening
Prospect Park Carousel - 12:00 PM Pick
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Monet's Garden
30 Wall Street - various times
Let's Learn Circuits Online Camp
Zoom - Online - 9:30 AM
Online MIT App Making Camp
Young Gates - Kids Online Personalized Classes - 9:30 AM
Artificial Intelligence with Scratch Online Camp
Young Gates - Kids Online Personalized Classes - 9:30 AM
Kids Online Camp - C++ Coding
Young Gates - Kids Online Personalized Classes - 9:00 AM
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Monet's Garden
30 Wall Street - various times
Miller Theater Pop-Up Concert: Olivia de Prato
Miller Theater at Columbia University - 5:30 PM Pick
Stargazing on the High Line
The High Line - 7:30 PM Pick
Small Is Beautiful: Miniature Art Exhibition
Small Is Beautiful - 10:00 AM
Museum of Failure
Industry City - 10:00 AM
Featured
Monet's Garden
30 Wall Street - various times
Interactive Puppetsburg Show at Bar Method
Bar Method - 10:45 AM
Small Is Beautiful: Miniature Art Exhibition
Small Is Beautiful - 10:00 AM
Museum of Failure
Industry City - 10:00 AM
Pictures with the Bunny
Staten Island Mall - 11:00 AM

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Luna Park Opening and More Things To Do this Weekend in NYC
Drew Kristofik, Mar 29 - Celebrate spring with a ton of seasonal reopenings. READ MORE
The Easter Bonnet Parade and Festival along Fifth Avenue started more than 150 years ago. Photo courtesy of Fifth Avenue
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Andy Fenwick, Mar 28 - Our picks for Easter Sunday include Easter egg hunts, spring blooms, and more things to do. READ MORE
These bunny slime jars are adorable and icky. In other words, kids adore them. Photo by the author
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Ally Noel, Mar 28 - How to make the cutest crafts and prettiest eggs for Easter. READ MORE
The cherry blossoms are a beautiful sight on Roosevelt Island. Photo courtesy of the RIOC
Find Cherry Blossoms in NYC: Cherry Blossom Festivals and Where to See the Blooms
Anna Fader, Mar 27 - NYC's flowering cherry trees are an annual delight of spring: Here's where to see them. READ MORE
Hop is an Easter movie even tweens and teens will enjoy. Photo courtesy of Relativity Media and Netflix
20 Awesome Easter Movies to Get the Whole Family Hoppin'
Vanessa Leigh, Mar 27 - Watch one of these films with your peeps while you wait for the bunny! READ MORE
Step into an 8,000-square-foot wonderland of balloons and inflatables during Balloontopia at City Point. Photo courtesy of the event
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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.
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.
Get a birds eye view of the skyline from the Edge observation deck at Hudson Yards. Plan a visit near sundown to watch the city lights come to life. Photo by Jody Mercier
3 Days in NYC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
You can take a big bite out of the Big Apple in a short time with these tips.
Feed a crowd with extra large, classic, New York-style pizza slices without breaking the bank. Photo by Jody Mercier
NYC on a Budget: Cheap Things To Do and Money Saving Tips for Families
NYC offers plenty of fun without breaking the bank. Here are our top tips for budget fun.
Treat NYC as your playground and enjoy these staycation ideas across all five boroughs. Photo by Jody Mercier
53 Things To Do on an NYC Staycation with Kids
Make your next vacay a staycation with these picks.
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.
Day Trips & Getaways from NYC
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Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families
It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape! READ MORE 
Bear Mountain State Park offers a variety of easy hikes near NYC perfect for kids. Photo courtesy of Bear Mountain
Easy Hikes near NYC in the Hudson Valley's Beautiful State Parks
These kid-friendly trails are perfect for exploring nature with the whole family. READ MORE 
Hop the ferry to Governors Island to explore all the island has to offer. Photo by Diana Kim
28 Spring Day Trips from the New York City Metro Area for Families
Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby state park, sculpture garden, or hiking trail. READ MORE 
Pose for a post-card worthy photo in front of the Hershey-themed mural at Tru by Hilton Hershey Chocolate Avenue during your stay.
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The sweetest place on earth offers plenty of family-friendly fun and chocolate, too! READ MORE 
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
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