Play & Recreation Archives – New York Family

Little Girl Swinging At Playground Outdoors In Summer. 15 NYC Playgrounds Kids Will Never Want to Leave

Things to Do with Kids

15 NYC Playgrounds Kids Will Never Want to Leave

By Danielle Ramos

Mad Science LIF

Long Island Family’s Biggest Family Expo is Sunday, March 15th!

By New York Family

Sensory Toys for Autism & Special Needs Kids: Girl Playing with a Fidget Toy

8 of the Best Sensory Toys for Autism & Special Needs Kids

By Soe Kabbabe

Girls’ Time: Adorable & Fun Things to Do with Daughters in NYC

Girls’ Time: 9 Adorable & Fun Things to Do With Daughters in NYC

By Soe Kabbabe

Fresh snow edible treats for kids. Kids eating snow ice cream after a snowstorm

11 Fresh Snow Edible Treats That Feel Like Winter Magic

By Soe Kabbabe

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Elementary to High School

The Ultimate Camp Fair is back in Park Slope on Sunday, March 8th

By New York Family

Music Activities for Kids in NYC: Girl playing the violin

Culture & Attractions

12 Awesome Music Activities for Kids in NYC: Concerts, Broadway & Live Performances

By Soe Kabbabe

Aviation Activities for Kids Near NYC: Museums, Plane Watching & More - Kid playing with an airplane toy in front of an airplane engine

Culture & Attractions

10 Cool Aviation Activities for Kids Near NYC: Museums, Plane Watching & More

By Soe Kabbabe

A young child leaving school with a backpack for February mid-winter break NYC

Free & Cheap Activities

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

By Danielle Ramos

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

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

Culture & Attractions

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

By Alexa Lutter & Soe Kabbabe

Adorable Quiet Play Ideas for Kids That Encourage Calm, Creativity & Confidence: Little girl making bracelets with rubber bands

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

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

Little boy lying on the floor with Lego pieces all around him

Valentine’s Day LEGO Sets To Get Your Kids

By Joey LaBelle

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

Free & Cheap Activities

Merenguando en Familia Winter Break Family Day: Fiesta, Latin Traditions & Dominican Culture

By Soe Kabbabe

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

Best Go-Karts Near NYC for Kids & Families: Kid go-karting indoors.

5 of the Best Go-Karts Near NYC for Kids & Families

By Soe Kabbabe

Black mom and daughter with a big cush heart

9 Fun and Unique Mom and Me Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in NYC

By Soe Kabbabe