New York Family: Family-Friendly New York | New York Events and Attractions for Kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx and QueensNew York Family: Family-Friendly New York | New York Events and Attractions for Kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx and Queens
  • Digital Editions
    • New York Family
    • Brooklyn Family
    • Queens Family
    • Bronx Family
    • Westchester Family
    • Long Island Family
    • Rockland Parent
    • Ultimate Guide to Summer Camp
    • Ultimate Guide to Afterschool Programs
    • Ultimate Guide to Fall/Winter Fun
    • Ultimate Guide to Schools
    • Annual Guide to NYC
    • New York Special Child
    • Westchester Special Child
  • By Region
    • Brooklyn
    • Queens
    • The Bronx
    • Manhattan
    • Staten Island
    • Westchester
    • Long Island
    • Rockland
  • Things to Do with Kids
    • Family Events Calendar
    • Post an Event
    • Play & Recreation
    • Attractions & Museums
    • Fun at Home
    • Free & Cheap Activities
    • Find an Activity
    • New York Family Events
  • Education
    • After-School Programs
    • Daycare & Preschools
    • Elementary to High School
    • Admissions
    • Find a School
  • Camps
    • Day Camps
    • Sleepaway Camps
    • Camp Fairs
    • Find a Camp
  • Lifestyle
    • Health & Wellness
    • Food
    • Home & Real Estate
    • Shop & Style
    • Entertainment
    • Celebrations
    • Plan a Party
  • Parenting
    • Pregnancy & Childbirth
    • Babies & Toddlers
    • Tweens & Teens
    • Mamas We Love
    • Special Needs
    • Find a Nanny
    • Special Needs Resources
  • Family Travel
    • Getaways
    • Day Trips
    • Plan a Trip
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
Facebook Twitter Instagram Threads
New York Family: Family-Friendly New York | New York Events and Attractions for Kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx and QueensNew York Family: Family-Friendly New York | New York Events and Attractions for Kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx and Queens
  • Digital Editions
    • New York Family
    • Brooklyn Family
    • Queens Family
    • Bronx Family
    • Westchester Family
    • Long Island Family
    • Rockland Parent
    • Ultimate Guide to Summer Camp
    • Ultimate Guide to Afterschool Programs
    • Ultimate Guide to Fall/Winter Fun
    • Ultimate Guide to Schools
    • Annual Guide to NYC
    • New York Special Child
    • Westchester Special Child
  • By Region
    • Brooklyn
    • Queens
    • The Bronx
    • Manhattan
    • Staten Island
    • Westchester
    • Long Island
    • Rockland
  • Things to Do with Kids
    • Family Events Calendar
    • Post an Event
    • Play & Recreation
    • Attractions & Museums
    • Fun at Home
    • Free & Cheap Activities
    • Find an Activity
    • New York Family Events
  • Education
    • After-School Programs
    • Daycare & Preschools
    • Elementary to High School
    • Admissions
    • Find a School
  • Camps
    • Day Camps
    • Sleepaway Camps
    • Camp Fairs
    • Find a Camp
  • Lifestyle
    • Health & Wellness
    • Food
    • Home & Real Estate
    • Shop & Style
    • Entertainment
    • Celebrations
    • Plan a Party
  • Parenting
    • Pregnancy & Childbirth
    • Babies & Toddlers
    • Tweens & Teens
    • Mamas We Love
    • Special Needs
    • Find a Nanny
    • Special Needs Resources
  • Family Travel
    • Getaways
    • Day Trips
    • Plan a Trip
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
Facebook Twitter Instagram Threads
New York Family: Family-Friendly New York | New York Events and Attractions for Kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx and QueensNew York Family: Family-Friendly New York | New York Events and Attractions for Kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx and Queens
  • Digital Editions
  • New York Family
  • Brooklyn Family
  • Queens Family
  • Bronx Family
  • Westchester Family
  • Long Island Family
  • Rockland Parent
  • Ultimate Guide to Summer Camp
  • Ultimate Guide to Afterschool Programs
  • Ultimate Guide to Fall/Winter Fun
  • Ultimate Guide to Schools
  • Annual Guide to NYC
  • New York Special Child
  • Westchester Special Child
  • By Region
  • Brooklyn
  • Queens
  • The Bronx
  • Manhattan
  •  
  • Staten Island
  • Westchester
  • Long Island
  • Rockland
  • Things to Do with Kids
  • Family Events Calendar
  • Post an Event
  • Play & Recreation
  • Attractions & Museums
  •  
  • Fun at Home
  • Free & Cheap Activities
  • Find an Activity
  • New York Family Events
  • Education
  • After-School Programs
  • Daycare & Preschools
  • Elementary to High School
  • Admissions
  • Find a School
  • Camps
  • Day Camps
  • Sleepaway Camps
  • Camp Fairs
  • Find a Camp
  • Lifestyle
  • Health & Wellness
  • Food
  • Home & Real Estate
  • Shop & Style
  • Entertainment
  • Celebrations
  • Plan a Party
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy & Childbirth
  • Babies & Toddlers
  • Tweens & Teens
  • Mamas We Love
  • Special Needs
  • Find a Nanny
  • Special Needs Resources
  • Family Travel
  • Getaways
  • Day Trips
  • Plan a Trip
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
    • Facebook Twitter Instagram Threads
New York Family Ultimate Camp Fairs & Charter School Expos | Register Today!

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.

Tall suspension bridge tower over a park with green grass, autumn trees, and a second arched bridge visible in the distance under blue sky.
Queens

2025 Guide to NYC Neighborhoods: Queens

By Adrienne Farr
2025 Guide to NYC Neighborhoods: Manhattan
Manhattan

2025 Guide to NYC Neighborhoods: Manhattan

By Mia Salas

Relevant Directory Listings

See More

Center for Performing Arts and Dance NYC

CPAD NYC believes after school should be more than just a place to pass the time, it should be a space where kids thrive, explore, and discover who they are.

This Is Cooperstown

America's best small town for the arts, baseball, outdoor activities, and beer!

Dedimus Potestatem

Educational programs for world leaders

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND New York Resort

ChatGPT said: Group of friends wearing life jackets enjoying a lake swim, giving high-fives near a wooden raft with lush green hills behind.
Play & Recreation

12 Best River Tubing & Lazy River Adventures Near NYC!

By Maya Laidler and Alexa Lutter
Free Summer Programs at Bryant Park
Things to Do with Kids

Free Summer Activities for Kids at Bryant Park!

By Alexa Lutter
Your Family’s Guide to the 2025 Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in NYC
Things to Do with Kids

Your Family’s Guide to the 2025 Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in NYC (Plus How to Score Free Tix!)

By Danielle Ramos
A boy with wet hair rests his arms on the side of a swimming pool, looking at the camera while enjoying time in the water.
Things to Do with Kids

NYC Public Pools Are Now Open for the Summer Season!

By Jenna Fanelli and Danielle Ramos
pexels-johnpaultyrone-450301
Things to Do with Kids

Family-Friendly 4th of July Events in NYC and Long Island

By Shara Levine
School’s Out! Fun Things to Do in NYC with Kids This Summer
Things to Do with Kids

School’s Out! Fun Things to Do in NYC with Kids This Summer

By Donna Duarte-Ladd and Danielle Ramos
Central Park’s Stunning New Gottesman Pool Opens Friday
Things to Do with Kids

Central Park’s Stunning New Gottesman Pool Opens

By Danielle Ramos
pexels-rafael-mendoza-1129216-2380163
Westchester

New York Area Festivals, Carnivals, and Fairs: July 2025

By Shara Levine
Tips for Staying Hydrated This Summer
Things to Do with Kids

How to Stay Hydrated in Summer: Easy Tips for Kids and Adults to Beat the Heat

By Marina Dunbar
Beat the Heat! How to Stay Cool in and Around NYC During a Summer Heat Wave
Play & Recreation

How to Stay Cool as Dangerous Heat Wave Hits New York

By Alexa Lutter and Danielle Ramos
Relaxing Summer Reads for Kids of All Ages
Fun at Home

Relaxing Summer Reads for Kids of All Ages

By Courtney Ingalls and Bella Kjellen
Pick Your Own Farms
Play & Recreation

The Ultimate Guide to Pick-Your-Own Farms

By Alexa Lutter
10 Great Peach Picking Places Near NYC
Play & Recreation

10 Great Peach Picking Places Near NYC

By Courtney Ingalls
meccay-03938 – Copy
Sponsored

Outdoor Family Adventures in the Lake George Area

By New York Family's advertising partner
fp-activate-2-2025-06 (1)
Culture & Attractions

Activate: The One Family Activity My Kids Actually Agreed On

By Shara Levine
Anne Frank The Exhibition
Culture & Attractions

Anne Frank The Exhibition at The Center for Jewish History Is a Must-See

By Shara Levine
pexels-thomas-wilson-1334312084-26604254
Things to Do with Kids

Juneteenth Events for Families in NYC and on Long Island

By Shara Levine
Movie Nights Are Back at Bryant Park!
Manhattan

Movie Nights Are Back at Bryant Park Starting Tonight

By Danielle Ramos

Posts navigation

Older
Newer

Things to do with kids in NYC

Post an Event

FAD Market returns to Empire Stores in D
Tomorrow, 11 am

FAD Market: Holiday Pop-up [Dumbo]
Empire Stores

Step into the magic of the season at Pal
Tomorrow, noon

Meet Santa and Other Beloved Holiday Characters at PaleyLand
The Paley Museum

The magic of the holiday season comes al
Tomorrow, all day

Photos with Santa at Kings Plaza
Kings Plaza Shopping Center

The magic of the Big Apple Circus is bac
Tomorrow, all day

Big Apple Circus at Lincoln Center
Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center

Take photos that will bring you memories
Tomorrow, all day

Macy’s Santaland
Macy’s Herald Square

FAD Market is bringing the holiday spiri
Dec. 20, 11 am

FAD Market: Holiday Pop-up [Cobble Hill]
St. Paul

Get ready for a musical experience, ripp
Dec. 20, 11 am

Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are In A Play!”
Atlantic Stage 2

Join Marble Collegiate Church for a memo
Dec. 24, 6:15 pm

Experience Christmas Eve at Marble Collegiate Church
Marble Collegiate Church

View All Events…

Subscribe

Get the latest NYC family fun and news straight to your inbox!

Subscribe Now


New York Family December 2025

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter Signup
  • Current Issue
  • Summer Fun 2025
  • Magazine Archive
  • Facebook Twitter Instagram Threads
  • © Queens Family Media LLC 2025. A division of Schneps Media.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Sections
  • Camp Fairs
  • Calendar
  • Directory
  • Subscribe