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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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Fall Pumpkin-Picking Spots In and Around Westchester

By Serena Norr
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Best Hayrides Near New York City to Visit This Fall

By Katarina Avendaño, Jana Beauchamp & Erin Yoon
How music and the guitar saved my son's life
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How Music Saved My Son’s Life

By Jeannine Cintron
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Things to Do with Kids

9/11 Memorial Events for Kids and Families

By Shara Levine
Big Bounce America
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Big Bounce America is Coming to Queens This Fall!

By New York Family
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Westchester

The 7 Best Picnic Spots for Families in NYC

By Oceane Goriou
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Bluey is Coming to NYC with CAMP!

By Marina Dunbar
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Play & Recreation

Best Spots for Fall Leaf Peeping in Long Island

By Marina Dunbar
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Culture & Attractions

Best Children’s Museums on Long Island

By Thalia Fernandez
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Culture & Attractions

Best Children’s Museums in New York City (that kids will love)

By Bella Kjellen
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Culture & Attractions

Your Family Guide to Coney Island

Kaitlin Ahern
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Fun at Home

16 Extremely Fun Board Games for Family Game Night

By Campbell Schouten & Marina Dunbar
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Play & Recreation

US Open Events & Where to Watch in NYC: The Ultimate Tennis Fan Guide

By Marina Dunbar & Thalia Fernandez
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15 Sunflower Fields Near New York City

By Kaitlyn Riggio & Thalia Fernandez
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By New York Family
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The World’s Largest Rubber Duck Returns to New York

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Culture & Attractions

6 Best Escape Rooms on Long Island

By Kaitlyn Riggio
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7 Family-Friendly Zip Line Spots Near NYC

By Marta Rybczynski
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New York Escape Rooms For Families

By Kaitlyn Riggio & Oceane Goriou
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Carnivals, Festivals and Parades In and Near NYC: August 2024

By Shara Levine

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