Rosalind Muggeridge
Rosalind Muggeridge spent 10 years working at non-profit museums in London and NYC before transitioning to freelance writing after having kids. She spent 4 years as the events editor at NY Metro Parents. A long-time Brooklyn resident, Rosalind and her family love calling the borough home.
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Many NYC kids spend most of their summer break at sleepaway camp, but if you've got a first-timer, these starter sleepaway camps near NYC all offer shorter summer camp sessions geared toward younger children. For those who have a new (or extra-nervous) camper at home, we've rounded up the best one- and two-week starter sleepaway camps near NYC.
These starter sleepaway camps near NYC all have specific sessions aimed at first-time campers from ages 6-12 years old, ensuring that rookie campers have an amazing first-time sleepaway camp experience. Find all our top picks for sleepaway camps in the Northeast in our Summer Camp Guide for NYC Kids, and be sure to search our Camp Directory for more options. You can search by age, interest, or summer camp type.
Indoor birthday party places in NYC are lifesavers when small living spaces and seasonal weather aren't always conducive to hosting a big group of kids. Luckily, there's a wide selection of kids' birthday party places in NYC, offering parties for pretty much any indoor pursuit, including trampoline bouncing, rock climbing, cooking, and more.
To aid your planning, we’ve put together a list of NYC's best indoor birthday party places covering a range of interests and ages. Looking for even more options? Check out our full Party Planning Guide for NYC Families.
There’s nothing quite like sleepaway camp—the crackle of a campfire, the thrill of a cannonball into the lake, and the kind of friendships that last way beyond summer. Whether kids are perfecting their archery skills, putting on a Broadway-worthy performance, or even training to be a spy (yes, really!), these overnight camps in the Northeast deliver nonstop adventure.
We’ve rounded up the absolute best sleepaway camps in the Northeast, offering everything from classic campfire singalongs to jaw-dropping specialty programs. Summer might feel far away, but the best camps fill up fast—so now’s the time to lock in an unforgettable summer for your camper!
Looking for more summer camp options? Be sure to bookmark our Summer Camp Guide and peruse our full Camp Directory for more programs to fit any budget and interest.
For many families, February's midwinter break is a great time to slow down and create some special memories. The NYC public school winter break runs from Monday, February 17 through Friday, February 21, 2025. Sandwiched between two weekends, that means you've got nine days to fill with kid-friendly fun! To help you make the most of the February midwinter break in NYC, we've rounded up 33 things to do with kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.
Lucky for us, NYC museums, outdoor ice skating rinks, and playgrounds make fun any day destinations. The extra days off are also a perfect opportunity to book a getaway, and we've got picks for budget-minded escapes, family-friendly Catskills resorts, and the best things to do in the Adirondack Mountains if you're looking to get out of town.
Eating out can be expensive, especially in NYC, and if you're on a budget, finding restaurants where kids eat free can be a lifesaver. Luckily, there is such a thing as a free lunch...if you know where kids eat free in NYC.
The good news is, with a little research (we've done it for you!), parents can suss out the local NYC restaurants where kids eat free. So, read on for a list of eateries—including local spots and larger chain restaurants—where you can feed those hungry mouths for the unbeatable price of $0 while you get a break from playing chef. We know what you'll be making tonight: reservations.
Find more money-saving tips for families in our Free Guide which has tons of free things to do in NYC with kids, including our top picks for birthday freebies for kids.
With its holiday markets, pop-up outdoor ice skating rinks, gas-lit brownstone-lined streets, and chilly park walks, New York City shines brightly during the winter season. That means winter in NYC is still a great time to visit. Whether you choose to visit NYC during Christmas or save your city adventure for later in the season, we've rounded up our top tips for planning a winter visit to NYC, including annual money-saving promotions like NYC's Hotel Week, Restaurant Week, and Broadway Week.
Although we can't guarantee a picturesque snowfall, we can ensure you make the most of your wintertime visit to NYC. To help you plan your perfect trip, we've rounded up our top tips, including what to pack, what to see, and where to go to escape the city for the day. Read on for everything you need to know to make your winter trip to NYC one to remember and bookmark our NYC Visitors Guide for more help planning your perfect NYC getaway.
What's open on Christmas Day in New York City? Once the presents have been ripped open, the plastic packaging dismantled, and the batteries installed, you might need to get the kids out of the apartment. After all, dinner won't be ready for hours and the kids are full of holiday energy.
Some families have a Christmas Day tradition of enjoying Chinese food and a movie. But there are other fun things to do that are open on Christmas Day in NYC, whether you celebrate Christmas or not. Here are some fun things to do on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, in NYC. You can also pair an outing with a reservation at one of these restaurants open on Christmas—just make sure to book soon!
Find even more seasonal activities in our Holiday Fun Guide or Family Activity Calendar.
Tired, holiday-weary parents: This list of restaurants open on Christmas in NYC is a gift to you. In the craziest of seasons, booking a reservation at one of these family-friendly NYC restaurants takes one thing off your to-do list. Most of these NYC restaurants are serving scrumptious Christmas meals in-house, but if you'd prefer to dine in the comfort of your own home, we've got you covered there, too, with a handful of restaurants that will happily cater your Christmas feast.
Find plenty more seasonal picks in our Holiday Fun Guide and kid-friendly eats for any occasion—or none at all—in our Family-Friendly Restaurant Guide.
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