Events: Top Kid-Friendly Activities For The Week

"Star Trek: The Starfleet Academy Experience" exhibit will open this Saturday at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum! — “Star Trek: The Starfleet Academy Experience” exhibit will open this Saturday at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum!

Hope everyone had a happy and safe Fourth of July! The summer continues to heat up with a sizzlin’ selection of indoor and outdoor events. On Saturday, museum goers can head to the Whitney Museum for a Summer Family Day and Trekkies can fly over to the Intrepid Sea, Air, Space Museum for the opening of a “Star Trek” exhibition. Also beginning on Saturday, gamers can ferry over to Governors Island for Come Out & Play Family Day. Sunday’s festivities will include Bastille Day along 60th Street and SummerStage Family Day in Central Park. Enjoy!

Beginning Saturday, July 9

“Star Trek: The Starfleet Academy Experience” Exhibit
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
10am-5pm
“Star Trek” fans look no further – we’ve got the perfect event for you! Marking the first stop on a pending US tour, “The Starfleet Academy Experience” is landing in NYC at the Intrepid Museum. See props and costumes on display from the TV show, experience interactive activities based on the “Star Trek” series during the Intrepid’s Space & Science Festival on July 14-17, attend movie nights and even stay overnight with “Star Trek”-themed Operation Slumbers! Beam over to the Intrepid’s website for more details and most important of all, live long and prosper! Runs through Monday, October 31. Free with museum admission.

Saturday, July 9

Whitney Kids Summer Family Day
The Whitney Museum
9:30am-3pm
Grab the kids and gain special access to the Whitney during this early morning celebration for kids and families! Explore the current “Stuart Davis: In Full Swing” exhibit, and enjoy tours, art-making, and special performances by Jazz at Lincoln Center. Free with museum admission. Advance ticket purchase is recommended.

Come Out & Play Family Day
Governors Island
11am-4pm
The Come Out & Play Festival, which is dedicated to the playing of street games, is hosting a free Family Day on Governors Island. All games revolve around this year’s theme: time travel. Play games from the past, present, and future during this afternoon of outdoor family fun and competition! Games will run multiple times throughout the day. This event is free.

Sunday, July 10

Bastille Day 2016
60th Street (between Lexington and 5th Avenues)
12pm-5pm
Enjoy an afternoon of French food, culture and entertainment in celebration of Bastille Day during this unique Manhattan street fair! Take a trip to East 60th Street, between Lexington and 5th Avenues on Sunday to experience everything the French have to offer. While kids taste delicious French delicacies like crêpes, éclairs, macaroons and more, parents can sample a selection of cheeses, beers and cocktails. Plus, watch dance and live musical performances, take part in face painting, arts and crafts and much more – guaranteed fun for the entire family! Admission is free.

SummerStage Family Day
Central Park
2pm-6pm
Spend your Sunday afternoon in Central Park! SummerStage Family Day will feature performances galore from top musicians, dancers, and entertainers. Scheduled performers include Justin & The Not Ready For Naptime Players, Mister G, the Broadway cast of “Finding Neverland,” dance troupe Purelements, and the comedic juggling act of the Gizmo Guys. This event is free.

Chickenshed NYC

Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that began in the UK in 1974. Chickenshed NYC is a young organization bringing that same ethos and unique methodology to the USA. Chickenshed&rsquo;s mission is to create entertaining and outstanding theatre that celebrates diversity and inspires positive change. Chickenshed's model of Inclusive Theatre is based in the belief that everyone can flourish when everyone is included. At Chickenshed everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and together we produce remarkable theatre. We want to break down barriers between people to create a world without labels and where differences no longer divide. At Chickenshed, support is given to those who need it, and given by those who can . We believe that creative activities, self-expression and performance should be available to anyone who has the desire, no matter their background or circumstances. We know that when everyone has the opportunity to shine, amazing things happen. Chickenshed NYC provides programming for little ones, children and youth through semester-long activities and performances.

Atlantic Acting School

Looking for a fun and exciting theater program for kids and teens? Join us at the Atlantic. Our programs are intense, exciting and fun!

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center is an indoor birthday party and play space located in Syosset, NY. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, open play, and more! We have the best party packages on Long Island! Our facility has multiple AWESOME attractions: The Trampoline courts, The Adventure Zone, Bumper Cars, Laser Tag, Soft Play, Arcade, &amp; MORE! If you need a break from jumping and climbing, try out some of our delicious food from The Bounce Bites Kitchen! Come on in to any of our Open Play, Toddler Time, or Glow Night sessions!