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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.

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Summer Streets Makes Its Way to Manhattan

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14 Fun Carousels for Kids in NYC, Long Island and Westchester

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A Year of Fun: A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Across NYC and Beyond

By Shara Levine
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3 Amazing Family-Friendly Candlelight Concerts at Edge

By Jana Beauchamp
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5 Whale Watching Tours Near New York City

By Sara Marine Frommell and Danielle Ramos
Where to Celebrate Shark Week in NYC, Long Island & Beyond: Great Events, Live Cams, and Family Fun
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Where to Celebrate Shark Week in NYC, Long Island & Beyond: Great Events, Live Cams, and Family Fun

By Danielle Ramos and Kaitlyn Riggio
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Family-Friendly Malls in and Around NYC

By Náosha Gregg
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Yummy Kid-Friendly Restaurants in NYC

By Náosha Gregg
The Best Bike Trails for Kids Around NYC and on Long Island
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12 Awesome Bike Trails for Kids in the NYC Area

By Jessica Allen
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Water Parks Near NYC: Splash into Summer Fun!

By Náosha Gregg & Kaitlyn Riggio
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Swim Safety for Children with Disabilities: How the Right Lessons Can Save Lives

By Danielle Ramos
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2025 Guide to NYC Neighborhoods: Brooklyn

By Náosha Gregg
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2025 Guide to NYC Neighborhoods: Queens

By Adrienne Farr
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2025 Guide to NYC Neighborhoods: Manhattan

By Mia Salas
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12 Best River Tubing & Lazy River Adventures Near NYC!

By Maya Laidler and Alexa Lutter
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Free Summer Activities for Kids at Bryant Park!

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

By Danielle Ramos

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