11 Things to Do This Weekend with the Kids in NYC
We’re back with another round-up of weekend activities for NYC families! Discover the best family-friendly activities and events happening in New York this weekend. Here is just a taste of what’s happening this weekend in New York City!
Consult our calendar of events for a comprehensive list!
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Early Childhood Music & Movement
Children aged 16 months to 4 years and their parents/caregivers are invited to explore their first music and movement experiences while also building vital social skills. Using the techniques of Dalcroze Eurhythmics, this 30–minute drop-in class engages children as they sing, dance, and make music with Church Street School for Music and Art!
Aug. 22, 10:45 – 11:15 am
Washington Square Park Large Playground, 3 Washington Square N
Back to School Giveaway
Join EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care for a special back-to-school event and giveaway! You and your child can visit Neighborhood Care for a backpack and pencil case giveaway, just in time for the new school year.
Aug. 22, 2 pm – 5 pm
Neighborhood Care Fordham Rd.
Books on Film: Fantastic Mr. Fox
Join Washington Heights for their Friday movie series featuring movie versions of books. This week, watch Fantastic Mr. Fox!
August 22, 2 pm
Washington Heights Library, 1000 St. Nicholas Ave.
Crazy Science Show for Kids
Get ready for an evening of mind-blowing fun at The Learning Experience® Hell’s Kitchen! This Crazy Science Show for Kids will feature jaw-dropping experiments, surprising effects, and plenty of audience participation that will have your little ones laughing, learning, and wide-eyed with wonder.
Aug. 22, 5 pm – 7 pm
The Learning Experience Hell’s Kitchen, 572 11th Ave.
Aviator Nation x MLB Pop-Up
For the first time ever, Aviator Nation will showcase its Major League Baseball capsule collection in one location, taking over the MLB Flagship Store for an exclusive launch event. Attendees at the Flagship Store event will be able to participate in exclusive giveaways, shop branded Aviator Nation merchandise, and receive limited-edition tote bags with purchase.
Aug. 23, 10 am – 8 pm
MLB Flagship Store, 1271 Ave. of the Americas
Be Like Blippi at PaleyFamily Day
Be Like Blippi at PaleyFamily Day features photo ops with the beloved star of the popular educational series, screenings of Blippi: The Ultimate Road Trip, educational activities, and giveaways.
Aug. 23, 12 pm – 6 pm
The Paley Museum, 25 W 52nd St.
G.R.A.C.E. INC’s 7th Annual Back to School Block Party
Join the 7th Annual Back to School Block Party featuring Backpacks and school Supplies, a Kids’ Corner, Face Painting, Bouncy House Fun @allinoneentertainment, a Game Truck, a hip-hop magician, STEM Activities @stemkidsnyc, Science Fun @biobus, Haircuts @grindhardandoften, Cupcake Decorating @cakeysweets, Food from @papajohns & @chefham_23, Refreshing drinks from @saintjamesicedtea, Live Music by the one and only @djmfresh, and so much more!
Aug. 23, 1 pm – 5 pm
G.R.A.C.E. INC, 60 W. 141st St.
NYSoM Wizard of Back to School Oz
NYSoM presents The Wizard of Back to School Oz, where they will distribute limited sets of school supplies. See Wizard of Oz characters such as Dorothy, the Tin Man, and the Wicked Witch of the West, and participate in Oz-themed activities. Come on down the yellow brick road for school supplies and summer fun.
Aug. 23, 2 pm – 4 pm
El Barrio Garden, 415 East 117th St.
Watson Adventures’ Secrets of Central Park Scavenger Hunt for Families
Join Watson Adventures on a unique family scavenger hunt! Kids and adults work together to explore the park below 72nd Street. To win, you’ll have to find Stuart Little, decipher a secret code by the pond seen in Home Alone 2, spot Cupid at the Carousel, unscramble a message in the sky, and find a witch turned to stone.
Aug. 23, 4 – 6 pm
Arsenal in Central Park, 830 Fifth Ave.
UNREHEARSED: The Comedy of Errors and A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Barefoot Shakespeare Co.
Enjoy live Shakespeare while betting on the actors you think will forget the most lines, and cheering your favorite cast members to encourage them on to the end!
Aug. 23, 4 – 6 pm
Summit Rock, Central Park
An Afternoon with Stan Smith
Meet the tennis champion and fashion icon for a book and sneaker signing. Fun for all ages!
Aug. 24, 2 pm – 4 pm
P.C. Richard & Son, 2220 Broadway
Plan Your Family Weekend!
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