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Queens

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

By Danielle Ramos

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Bronx Times

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company celebrates Lunar New Year at Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

Things to do in Port Jefferson, New York

Culture & Attractions

10 Fun Things to Do in Port Jefferson With Kids: A Family Guide for a Day Out

By Soe Kabbabe

Free & Cheap Activities

Join us at the 2nd Annual Bronx Charter School Fair on Saturday 2/‌28!

By New York Family

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Things to Do with Kids

10 Great Mid-Winter Break Events and Activities in Westchester

By Shara Levine

2026 Dinosaur Museum NYC Guide: mom and daughter exploring dinosaur exhibits

Queens

2026 Dinosaur Museum NYC Guide: Best Exhibits & Activities Near You

By Alexa Lutter & Soe Kabbabe

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Midwinter Break in NYC: 22 Fun Outings for Kids and Families

By Shara Levine & Danielle Ramos

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Fun Family Activities for Midwinter Break on Long Island 2026

By Shara Levine

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

Portrait little teenage girl playing pickleball game, pickleball yellow ball with paddle in hands, outdoor sport leisure kids activity

Queens

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

Culture & Attractions

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.

42 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

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8 Fun Valentine’s Day Events Across Westchester

By Shara Levine

Merenguando en Familia Winter Break Family Day: Illustration of the Dominican Republic flag

Culture & Attractions

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

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

Culture & Attractions

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

Culture & Attractions

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

By Soe Kabbabe

Cover of children's book celebrating lunar new year, called The Fire Horse's Great Gallop depicting a fantastical and smiling animated horse

12 Lunar New Year Books To Help Celebrate With Your Kids

By Vered Ornstein & Danielle Ramos

Figure skating or rhythmic gymnastics winter Olympics competition or challenge for women. Isolated girl on ice rink dancing and performing movements. Vector cartoon character in flat style, 2026 winter Olympics

Queens

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

By Danielle Ramos