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Things to Do with Kids

Find all our family activity guides, events, and kid-friendly resources in one place. This section organizes our articles covering outings, seasonal activities, and ideas for parents across NYC’s boroughs.

Adorable Quiet Play Ideas for Kids That Encourage Calm, Creativity & Confidence: Little girl making bracelets with rubber bands
Free & Cheap Activities

12 Adorable Quiet Play Ideas for Kids That Encourage Calm, Creativity & Confidence

By Soe Kabbabe
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Brooklyn

15 Things to Do with the Kids This Weekend in NYC

By Danielle Ramos
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Long Island

Where to Play Pickleball in NYC: Indoor, Outdoor & Free Courts

By Danielle Ramos
Brooklyn Botanic Garden February Break Discovery Days: Girl standing in front of plants
Free & Cheap Activities

Brooklyn Botanic Garden February Break Discovery Days: A Fun Nature Escape for Families

By Soe Kabbabe
Dancers dressed in red holding a traditional lion for the Lunar New Year Lion Dance.
Queens

41 Family-Friendly Events to Celebrate Lunar New Year in NYC

By Shara Levine
Little boy lying on the floor with Lego pieces all around him
Rockland

Valentine’s Day LEGO Sets To Get Your Kids

By Joey LaBelle
A flat illustration of two seniors walking toward a woman with a stroller and child in a snowy city park.
Free & Cheap Activities

10 Best Free Kids & Family Activities in NYC: Feb 11– Feb 17

By Shara Levine
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Things to Do with Kids

8 Fun Valentine’s Day Events Across Westchester

By Shara Levine
Merenguando en Familia Winter Break Family Day: Illustration of the Dominican Republic flag
Free & Cheap Activities

Merenguando en Familia Winter Break Family Day: Fiesta, Latin Traditions & Dominican Culture

By Soe Kabbabe
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Bronx Times

Ready, set, slam! BronxWrites young poets compete at the Bronx Music Hall 

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Brooklyn

NYC February Mid-Winter Break Week Survival Guide: Indoor and Low-Cost Things to Do With Kids

By Danielle Ramos
The New York Irish Center Mid-Winter Children’s Festival: Girls having fun wearing Irish colors
Queens

The 2026 New York Irish Center Mid-Winter Children’s Festival: A Celebration of Irish Culture & Family Fun in Queens

By Soe Kabbabe
Long Island Maritime Museum: Girl in a sea-inspired location
Long Island

Long Island Maritime Museum: Mid-Winter Break & Family Fun on Long Island

By Soe Kabbabe
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Entertainment

12 Lunar New Year Books To Help Celebrate With Your Kids

By Vered Ornstein & Danielle Ramos
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The Bronx

Join us at the 2nd Annual Bronx Charter School Fair

By New York Family
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Things to Do with Kids

How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics in NYC With Kids: Best Viewing Spots & Fun Family Events

By Danielle Ramos
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Brooklyn

Maple Sugaring in New York: Best Maple Farms & Tapping Experiences

By Alexa Lutter & Danielle Ramos
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Long Island

Fun Long Island Valentine’s Day Events for Families

By Shara Levine
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Brooklyn

5 of the Best Go-Karts Near NYC for Kids & Families

By Soe Kabbabe
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The Bronx

Family-Friendly Valentine’s Day Events in NYC

By Shara Levine

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