Happy July Fourth weekend! Of course we’d have to start off this weekend planner with the 37th Annual Macy’s 4th of July fireworks, which start at 9pm on Thursday. Don’t miss our report on the best viewing spots in the city, including ticketed experiences (think family-friendly entertainment and food) and even cruises.
Other family festivities encompass the reopening of our iconic Statue of Liberty, a hands-on vintage ice cream making experience, and new family theater performances–but we’ll keep it brief so you can kick back with plenty of time to celebrate.
Have a cool and patriotic July 4th at the DiMenna Children’s History Museum, where families can crank out ice cream from 18th and 19th century machines. Yum!(Thursday)
After damages from Hurricane Sandy, the Statue of Liberty, arguably the most iconic attraction in the city, has reopened! Get the scoop right here. (Thursday-Sunday)
For a crafty, low-key afternoon after 4th festivities, kids can enjoy making fishy friends and colorful wind chimes to catch the best breezes of summer. Get creative! (Friday)
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang return to the stage in the revived “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at the Old Stone House in Brooklyn. Whatta classic. (Saturday & Sunday)
Meet the Monkey King, the Dragon Prince, Pigsy, and other characters on an adventure through India in “Monkey King Goes West,” a retelling of the Chinese classic at Lincoln Center. Get cultured! (Saturday & Sunday)
Catch the tunes of Elizabeth Mitchell, groove along with the ASE Dance Theater Collective, and enjoy much more entertainment at the SummerStage Kids’ Global Family Day in Central Park. Rock on! (Sunday)
Tales of gold, courage, and identity come to life as Literally Alive’s “Treasure Island” musical sets sail at Players Theater. Say “arrrr” (Sunday)
Jam with Monkey Monkey Music, known for their educational but fantastically energetic programs, as a part of Central Park’s A Clearing in the Forest series. Jump in! (Sunday)
What better way to embrace African culture than through a day of dance at the 14th St. Y? Partake in family yoga, dance to drum beats, and jump into Zumba. Get moving! (Sunday)
