Our Spidey Senses are telling us
that this week is filled with exciting activities. Spider-Man Week in NYC is upon us,
and the city is buzzing with events to celebrate everyone’s favorite silk-spinning
hero. We’ve rounded up a few to get you started, but check out our calendar for
the full agenda. And don’t miss out on the other great concerts, festivals and
workshops listed below! —
Monday, June 25
Spider-Man
Week: Yankee Stadium
1 East 161st Street
Times vary
Catch the boys in blue play this week and also catch a
glimpse of Spider-Man himself. Some lucky guests will win The Amazing Spider-Man prizes!
Tuesday, June 26
Monkey
Monkey Music at the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden
421 East 61st Street
6pm
It’s Monkey Monkey Music time! Meredith Levande and her
energetic band will perform an interactive show. Kids will have the chance to
count, play air guitar and dance along with the band.
Wednesday, June 27
Chess
for Children in Battery Park City
2 South End Avenue
2:30-4:30pm
Checkmate! Kids ages 5-18 can learn how to play chess from a
pro. Meet under the trees in Nelson A. Rockefeller Park, adjacent to the Park
House.
Thursday, June 28
CMA
Pier PopUp Art Program at Hudson River Park’s Pier 25 Comfort Station
Pier 25
3-6pm
The CMA is offering a variety of art-making and art appreciation
activities for ages 1-15, such as workshops featuring fine art and media, and
early childhood art sessions.
Friday, June 29
Spider-Man
Week: Marvel Super Hero 4D Exhibit at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
234 West 42nd Street
10am-10pm
Unlock your superpowers alongside your favorite superheroes
in wax form. You’ll travel through the secret command center and end at a short
film viewing complete with special effects. Use
discount code 59 at admissions counter to get $10 off admission and $10 off
Super Hero’s exhibit. Act fast—the offer expires July 1.
Saturday, June 30
Avenue
of the Americas Summerfest
6th Avenue from 42nd to 56th
Street
11am-6pm
Experience the world (more than 100 different cultures)
without ever leaving the city! Peruse the unique items for sale, munch on more
than 500 varieties of international cuisine and soak in the worldly entertainment.
Sunday, July 1
Spider-Man
Week: Spider-Man Square at the Intrepid Pier
West 46th Street and 12th Avenue
10am-5pm
Give Spider-Man Week the ultimate send-off. Head to the pier
for spider-themed activities and awesome giveaways. Bye bye, Spidey!
