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Tweens & Teens Guide to NYC

What could be cooler than a trip to the eye-popping Summit One Vanderbilt? Photo by the author
Summer Bucket List for NYC Teens: Best Things To Do in NYC for Teenagers 2022
NYC is a summer playground for even the coolest big kids.
The Summer Youth Employment Program connects NYC youth between the ages of 14 and 24 with career exploration opportunities and paid work experience each summer. Photo courtesy of SYEP
Summer Jobs for Teens: How to Help Your Kid Find a Summer Gig
Help wanted? Here's how to set your big kid up for summer job success.
Kids interested in film making study all aspects of production during Take Two's summer camps. Photo courtesy of the camp
Top Tween and Teen Summer Camps in NYC
These engaging programs have plenty of cool cred to capture big kids' attention.
Check out Escape Virtual Reality. Photo by Jody Mercier
16 Fun Things to Do With NYC Tweens (With No Adolescent Eye-Rolling)
When your kiddo outgrows the playground, here's where to find family fun in NYC that's...
DOROT's Manhattan Teen Internship Program will operate on-site only if people are able to gather indoors, masked but without social distancing in June 2021.
Teens Can Apply Now for Summer Internships in NYC
Take note: Now is the time for teens to apply for these summer gigs.
ArtsConnection offers discounted tickets to a variety of performance spaces and cultural institutions. Photo courtesy of the organization
15 Teen Activities For New York City's Ultra-Cool Big Kids
Help your teen mix up their routine with these cool, drop-in activities.
Pull up a blanket for Movies With a View at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Photo by Julienne Schaer
Free Outdoor Movies for NYC Kids This Summer: Hundreds of Them!
From Coco to Thor, we've got details on when and where all of NYC's outdoor movies are playing.
Coney Island's shores are easy to get to, and action packed from the rides to the waves. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
How to Get to Beaches in NYC by Ferry or Train
Hop on the subway, bus, or ferry to hit 14 miles of city-owned beaches.
The Area 53 paintball arena offers plenty of real-life props and hiding places.
Paintball and Laser Tag Arenas in NYC for an Action-Packed Outing
Older kids go wild for an opportunity to battle it out versus friends.
In Aladdin, one lamp and three wishes make infinite possibilities. Photo courtesy of the Disney Theatrical Group
Broadway Reopening: What You Need to Know About Broadway Shows 2021 for Kids
The curtains rise soon. Here's what you need to know about Broadway in 2021.
Not Home Alone: What Age and How to Prepare Your Child to Travel Alone in the City
With all the press about the mom who got arrested for leaving her nine-year-old child unattended in...
Immerse Yourself in Another Dimension at VR World in Midtown
Climb a mountain, walk the plank (480 feet in the air!), and sharpen your archery skills without...
The climbing wall at the Brooklyn Bouldering Project challenges kids to climb to new heights. Photo courtesy of the venue
Kid-Friendly Rock Climbing Walls in New York City
Let your little adventurer scale new heights at these popular destinations.
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.
VRBar Brings Virtual Reality Gaming Fun to Brooklyn
This family-friendly spot is ideal for an intro into the VR world.
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Kill two birds with one stone at Sunshine Laundromat and Pinball. Photo courtesy of Sunshine Laundromat and Pinball
Play Retro Video Games at These Family Arcades
Enjoy some throwback fun playing vintage arcade games with kids at these NYC destinations.READ MORE 
In Aladdin, one lamp and three wishes make infinite possibilities. Photo courtesy of the Disney Theatrical Group
Broadway Reopening: What You Need to Know About Broadway Shows 2021 for Kids
The curtains rise soon. Here's what you need to know about Broadway in 2021. READ MORE 
A Nerdy Day Out in Japantown NYC Tweens Will Absolutely Love
Near Astor Place is a tween utopia of funky Japanese-themed collectible stores, eateries and video...READ MORE 
Immerse Yourself in Another Dimension at VR World in Midtown
Climb a mountain, walk the plank (480 feet in the air!), and sharpen your archery skills without...READ MORE 
Kids enjoy a bowling birthday party at Bowlero Chelsea Piers. Photo courtesy of Bowlero
15 Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in NYC
From swanky to old-school, here are a dozen bowling alleys where kids are welcome. READ MORE 
The Area 53 paintball arena offers plenty of real-life props and hiding places.
Paintball and Laser Tag Arenas in NYC for an Action-Packed Outing
Older kids go wild for an opportunity to battle it out versus friends. READ MORE 

Classes NYC Tweens & Teens

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.READ MORE 
High school girls interested in computer science are encouraged to apply. Photo courtesy Girls Who Code
Free STEM Summer Camp from Girls Who Code Opens Registration 2022
This FREE summer program for teen girls is running in major cities, such as NYC, LA, and Boston.READ MORE 
The climbing wall at the Brooklyn Bouldering Project challenges kids to climb to new heights. Photo courtesy of the venue
Kid-Friendly Rock Climbing Walls in New York City
Let your little adventurer scale new heights at these popular destinations. READ MORE 
Writing Classes for NYC Tweens and Teens
Whether your kid is interested in creative writing, essays, plays, or comic books, these classes...READ MORE 
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Guide to Children's Theater and Shows in New York City
Find top musicals and shows for families in NYC, from Broadway to indie theater. READ MORE 
At NYSCI Maker Space, use real tools to make real things and re-use everyday materials in exciting ways.
Maker Spaces for Drop-In Creator Fun with NYC Kids
Find some STEM-based inspiration at these NYC maker spaces.READ MORE 
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