School Break Camps in NYC: Winter and Spring Break Camps to Keep Kids Busy on Days Off

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SKATEYOGI camps are designed for students ages 5-14 of all skill levels. Photo courtesy of SKATEYOGI

Finding great school break camps in NYC to keep kids busy during spring break and other NYC school vacations is a breeze thanks to these local school break camps. If kids need something to do, these NYC winter and spring break camps offer activities ranging from STEM to sports, visual arts, performing arts, cooking, and more. Many offer programming during week-long breaks and single days off. We have found school break camps in Manhattan, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island, and we're sharing them all below.

Be sure to check out our NYC Kids' Guide to Camps for more options for school holidays and all summer long, and find more top NYC spring and winter break camps in our camp directory.

If you're already deep into summer planning mode, take note: Mommy Poppins is hosting a Winter Festival and Summer Camp Fair on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Atlantic Terminal. Register for this FREE fair today!

MLK Weekend 2026 in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: 15 Best Things To Do With Kids

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Make a bird feeder at Ladson Park this weekend. Photo courtesy of Lasdon Public Gardens

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this long MLK weekend? From parades to civil rights activities and more, here are our top picks for Martin Luther King Jr. weekend.

MLK weekend is upon us and packed with family-friendly fun, from a Free DJ Skate Party at the Palisades Center to lots of outdoor nature programs, including Raptors of the World at the Hudson Highlands Nature Center and Winter Bird Feeder Making at Lasdon Park and Arboretum. 

On Monday, kids can honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by posting on the Dream Wall and learning about his legacy in the Book Nook at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum. Or the whole family can get out and volunteer during the MLK National Day of Service at multiple locations throughout Westchester and the Hudson Valley.

MLK Weekend 2026 in New Jersey: Best Things To Do With Kids

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Hang out with life-size superheroes made out of balloons during Cranford's Superhero Stroll. Photo courtesy of Downtown Cranford

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this long weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend.

The first long weekend of 2026 kicks off with a celebration on ice and concludes with a day of service and legacy. The weekend gets off to an icy start with Pier Village's free Ice Festival, complete with an ice sculpture demonstration and other wintry fun. Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and there are service opportunities for all ages in Scotch Plains, Princeton, and Summit, among others.

Read on for all our top picks for the weekend ahead!

MLK Weekend 2026 in New York City: Best Things To Do with Kids

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Pay homage to the life and legacy of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. with a celebration at the Brooklyn Children's Museum. Photo by Winston Williams

Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this long MLK weekend.

The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend in New York City offers plenty of opportunities to honor the man and his mission. Kids can check out the FREE BAM-hosted tribute to the Civil Rights leader, head to the Brooklyn Children's Museum for two days of service, storytelling, and song, salute the Freedom Quilters of Gee's Bend at Wave Hill, or hear a joyful concert courtesy of the Young People's Chorus of NYC.

The long weekend also gives families an extra day to hit Space Glide at NYSCI or register for season-long classes at TADA! Musical Theater.

If you're ready to tackle summer camp, Mommy Poppins is hosting a FREE Winter Festival and Camp Fair on Sunday, February 1, at Atlantic Terminal—register today so we can save you a spot! Expect kid-friendly fun, plus a chance to meet and play with a variety of summer camp providers to find the perfect fit for your city kids!

Fun Winter Day Trips from DC for Kids and Families

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Have some fun in the snow at Massanutten Resort this winter. Photo courtesy of the resort

Winter has arrived in the DC area, and your family is likely spending more time at home. Whether you prefer to continue being warm indoors (raising my hand!) or to bundle up and head out for some fresh air, you may be starting to feel like you need a change of scenery.

If that's the case, check out my list of 10 great winter day trips from DC. These fun, family-friendly winter day trips near DC appeal to a variety of ages and interests, from exploring museums to being active in the snow. Even better, they are all less than three hours or less from DC by car—and totally worth the trip.

Find more winter day trips from DC, such as the best snow tubing near DC for families, in our Day Trip and Weekend Getaways Guide and our Guide to Winter Fun. Whatever you decide to do, be sure to embrace the season—spring will be here before you know it!

30 Fun Things to Do Over February Break with Philly Kids

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Enjoy a snow tubing day at a great Pennsylvania resort. Photo courtesy of PoconoMountains.com

Whether you're still missing the days of holiday break, or it feels like it all just ended, there are plenty of great ways to make the time fly by. From winter fun, to new and trending spots, we've got plenty of fun activities to do while you've got the time together!

Looking for more winter activities? We've got plenty and we've rounded them all up in our convenient Winter Vacation Guide for Philly Kids!

Tickled Pink! See the Playful New Art Popping Up in Flatiron Beginning Today

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Just when it seems the dreariness of winter has taken hold of the city, along comes a pop of playfulness and color gracing the rooftops and plazas of the Flatiron District and NoMad neighborhoods.

Mr. Pink lands in the district today, bringing a FREE public art trail of 10 illuminated inflatable sculptures from French artist Philippe Katerine to the area. The naked, cartoon-like, bubblegum-pink sculptures range from 9-16 feet tall, creating a whimsical, snapshot-worthy moment for visitors and encouraging passersby to linger and discover all the fun in the neighborhood.

Read on for more details on where to find these whimsical installations, which remain on display through the end of February.

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