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Guide to Winter Activities for NYC Kids

Bust a move during the action-packed Winter Sports Day at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Photo by John Eng
20 Outdoor Adventures in New York City to Enjoy This Winter
Enjoy the great outdoors all winter long with these fun things to do.
Central Park has some great hills for a fast ride. Photo by Jody Mercier
Best Sledding Hills in NYC
Hit these neighborhood hills across the five boroughs when the snow falls.
No matter the temperature, the charming Sea Glass Carousel transports you to a magical underwater world, if only for a few minutes. Photo by the author
NYC Winter Fun List: 40 Things To Do With Kids
Don't let the cold stop you: We've got plenty of picks for seasonal entertainment.
Bryant Park is home to the city's only FREE ice skating rink, plus plenty of other seasonal fun in the Bank of American Winter Village. Photo by Angelito Jusay
Best Ice Skating Rinks in NYC for Kids and Families
Take a spin on one of NYC's beautiful outdoor ice skating rinks.
Mount Peter, in the heart of the Hudson Valley, is a great place for beginning skiers.
10 Family-Friendly Ski Areas Near NYC For Your Next Winter Getaway
For winter sports fun near NYC, these mountains are hard to beat.
Catch a thrill on the snow tubing hills at Mt. Peter.
Best Snow Tubing Spots Near New York City
These slopes in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania offer family-friendly snow tubing.
Skiing, Snowboarding, & Snow Sports Guide
Find great family slopes, tubing, and boarding spots all around the country with our kid-friendly...
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The Emerson Resort and Spa is a picturesque home away from home nestled in the Catskills. Photo courtesy of the resort
11 Inexpensive Winter Weekend Getaways Near NYC for Families
These family-friendly getaways all offer a quick weekend escape.
Playgrounds & Parks NYC Guide
NYC is a big concrete jungle, yes, but we've also got almost 30,000 acres of parkland. From grand...
GUIDE
At Good Day Play Cafe, parents and caregivers can sit back in the cafe at still keep an eye on their kiddos in the play space. Photo by Louise Trapasso
Play Cafes in Brooklyn and Queens Where Families Can Nosh and Play
Enjoy your caffeine jolt and a nosh while the kids play.
Lego Fifth Avenue is full of fun photo-ops and interactive stations where kids can make Minifigures and more. Photo by Jody Mercier
20 Indoor Places To Play for Free in NYC
Play for FREE at these indoor museums, stores, and kid spots around New York.
Kids' Sports Centers, Gyms, and Fun Zones in NYC
Sports centers and gyms where New York City kids can run off some steam.
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The Best Queens Play Spaces and Gyms Open Now For Kids
We've found more than a dozen Queens play spaces ready to welcome guests.
Make a reservation to play at Recess d.u.m.b.o.
Brooklyn Drop-In Play Spaces and Kiddie Gyms
Brooklyn boasts plenty of indoor play zones for energetic kids to get their sillies out.
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.
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Winter Sports for NYC Kids

The centerpiece of Governors Island's Winter Village is a 5,000-square-foot ice skating rink.
Ice Skate in New York Harbor at Governors Island's New Winter Village
Governors Island ushers in its first winter with ice skating and more seasonal fun. READ MORE 
Mount Peter, in the heart of the Hudson Valley, is a great place for beginning skiers.
10 Family-Friendly Ski Areas Near NYC For Your Next Winter Getaway
For winter sports fun near NYC, these mountains are hard to beat. READ MORE 
Catch a thrill on the snow tubing hills at Mt. Peter.
Best Snow Tubing Spots Near New York City
These slopes in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania offer family-friendly snow tubing. READ MORE 
Hit the ice at the Chelsea Piers Sky Rink to work on your triple axels or hat trick depending on your Olympic sport of choice.
Go for the Gold: 16 Olympic-Inspired Venues in NYC Where Kids Can Train
These local spots allow youngsters to pick up Olympic sports. READ MORE 

Winter Getaways from NYC

The 30-foot high Lake Placid Toboggan Chute sends riders down an ice-covered slide onto frozen Mirror Lake.
25 Things to Do in Lake Placid on a Winter Vacation
Load up the ski rack and head to northern New York to rediscover the miracles of winter.READ MORE 
Cross-country skiing is easily accessible from NYC.
Cross-Country Skiing Near NYC: Where to Hit the Trails With Kids
Fresh powder means its time to slap on some skis. READ MORE 
The Emerson Resort and Spa is a picturesque home away from home nestled in the Catskills. Photo courtesy of the resort
11 Inexpensive Winter Weekend Getaways Near NYC for Families
These family-friendly getaways all offer a quick weekend escape. READ MORE 
See the larger-than-life sculptures at the Grounds for Sculpture. Photo courtesy of the venue
Winter Day Trips Near NYC: 15 Ideas For Family Fun
These winter day trip destinations are great family fun.READ MORE 

Cozy Winter Eats in NYC

Get a beautiful blooming hot chocolate at Dominique Ansel Workshop. Photo by Jody Mercier
Best Hot Chocolate Spots Around Manhattan
Baby, it's cold outside! These hot chocolate spots will cure your winter blues. READ MORE 
La Cigogne offers heated outdoor dining, cozy enclosures, and cocktails to match, plus mouth-watering, kid-friendly eats.
20+ Restaurants For Family-Friendly Outdoor Dining in NYC
The season's are changing, but outdoor dining is here to stay. READ MORE 
Hot chocolate bombs are a tasty winter treat for kids!
  VIDEO
How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs in 5 Easy Steps
Trendy cocoa bombs deliver a sweet winter treat. READ MORE 
Older kids can even make these mug cakes on their own.
  VIDEO
8 Easy Mug Cake Recipes to Make with Kids
Mug cakes answer the call when you're craving an easy sweet treat. READ MORE 

Indoor Activities for NYC Kids in Winter

Lego Fifth Avenue is full of fun photo-ops and interactive stations where kids can make Minifigures and more. Photo by Jody Mercier
20 Indoor Places To Play for Free in NYC
Play for FREE at these indoor museums, stores, and kid spots around New York. READ MORE 
Sharks might have a fearsome reputation, but this new exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History aims to educate the public on the species.
Go Into the Deep with Sharks at AMNH's New Exhibition
Deep sea predator or vulnerable prey? This new exhibition aims to challenge perceptions. READ MORE 
Towers from famed Disney princess castles? No, 18th-century vases by French sculptor Etienne-Maurice Falconet. 
The Met Brings a Touch of Disney Magic to its Galleries in New Exhibition
There's all-ages charm, plus a little princess sparkle in the new exhibit. READ MORE 
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Museums, Galleries & Exhibits for NYC Kids
The ultimate guide to the best museums, galleries and exhibits in NYC for kids - plus how to make...READ MORE 

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Where to Take Easter Bunny Pictures in NYC in 2022
Smile: It's time for that seasonal photo-op with the Easter Bunny. READ MORE 
20+ Free Things To Do in NYC This March for Families
Save some green this month with these FREE family activities. READ MORE 
15 Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in NYC
From swanky to old-school, here are a dozen bowling alleys where kids are welcome. READ MORE 
20 Outdoor Adventures in New York City to Enjoy This Winter
Enjoy the great outdoors all winter long with these fun things to do. READ MORE 
Worth It? Family Memberships in NYC to Consider for Winter
Enjoy the fun, and the savings, with memberships to these NYC children's spaces.READ MORE 
25 Free Activities For Midwinter Break
Staying in town for February break? There's plenty of free fun to be had with kids in NYC all week. READ MORE 
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