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Rocket Park Mini Golf is an outdoor miniature golf course with nine themed holes that introduces visitors to rocket science concepts. Photo courtesy of NYSCI
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Pull up a blanket for Movies With a View at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Photo by Julienne Schaer
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Keep everyone cool at the 95-acre Splish Splash water park on Long Island's East End. Photo courtesy of Splish Splash
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Museums
Kid Eats and Treats
Tierras Colombianas traditional dishes win over kids with yummy comfort food. Photo by Sydney Ng
Kid-Friendly Restaurant Guide
Indulge in the over-the-top milkshakes at Black Tap. Photo courtesy of the shop
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CoolMess: Manhattan's New DIY Ice Cream Parlor
DIY Chocolate: NYC Spots Where Kids Can Make Their Own Candy
Essex Street Market's food hall offers a diverse selection of culinary delights. Photo by Jody Mercier
18 Family-Friendly Food Halls in NYC for an Easy, Delicious Meal

Latest Kids News

Until January 5, The Paley Museum has been transformed into a five-story winter wonderland.
Santa Photos, Classic Films, and More Holiday Magic at PaleyLand
A five-story winter wonderland.
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The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is an iconic NYC holiday destination. Photo courtesy of Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree 2024: A Local Parent's Inside Tips
The 74-foot spruce is the star of the season in NYC. Here's how to see it.
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With a little know how, you'll know where to go the next time a potty emergency strikes.
NYC Public Restrooms: Apps, Maps, and Best Bets to Find Bathrooms on the Go
Bookmark this post for the need-to-know info for when the kids gotta go!
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Bring your skates and you can hit the ice for free at Bryant Park. Photo by Colin Miller
What's Open Thanksgiving Day in NYC: Best Things To Do with Kids
What's open on Thanksgiving Day in New York City? Plenty for kids!
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Cookeez Makery is one of the hottest new toys of 2024!
Holiday Gift Guide 2024: Hottest Toys and Christmas Gifts for Kids
The coolest gifts & hottest toys of the season.
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The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Inflation is an event unto itself. See the larger-than-life balloons come to life the night before the parade. Photo by Anthony Quintano/CC BY 2.0
See the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Inflation with Kids
Watching the parade balloons inflate is an only-in-NYC experience: Here's all you need to know.
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