Kids’ Night Is Back This Summer with Free Broadway Tickets for 18 Shows!
While there’s nothing quite like living in New York City, raising a family here can be expensive. With soaring rent prices, skyrocketing grocery bills, and the daily costs of city life, it often feels like there’s little left in the budget for fun family activities. However, you can treat your kids to a world-class experience without breaking the bank with Kids’ Night on Broadway, a special event that allows children 18 and under to attend a Broadway show for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult.
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This amazing event returns on August 19, giving families the opportunity to enjoy a magical evening in the heart of New York City at a fraction of the usual cost. Broadway shows, typically known for their premium ticket prices, are offering an affordable option to families with kids.
How It Works
When you buy a full-priced adult ticket, your child (18 or under) gets their seat for free. This is an opportunity to introduce your little ones to the wonder of live theater, where storytelling takes on new dimensions, sparking their creativity and imagination.
The event has been a cherished tradition since 1996, and it continues to grow in popularity as more and more families discover the joy of Broadway. With more than 200,000 kids and teens having attended since its inception, Kids’ Night on Broadway is one of the best ways to introduce your children to the magic of live theater.
“New York City is alive during the summer, and Kids’ Night creates a unique opportunity for families to come to Broadway for an evening of fun,” said Jason Laks, President of The Broadway League.
This year’s participating shows are nothing short of spectacular, including classics like The Lion King, Aladdin, and Chicago, along with newer hits like Hadestown, Hamilton, and SIX: The Musical.
Participating shows include:
& Juliet
Aladdin
Buena Vista Social Club
Chicago
The Great Gatsby*
Hadestown
Hamilton
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Hell’s Kitchen
John Proctor is the Villain
The Lion King
Mamma Mia!
MJ
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical
The Outsiders
SIX: The Musical
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
*The performance date for The Great Gatsby will take place on Wednesday, August 20th.
How to Get Tickets
Tickets will be available soon. To be notified as soon as they go on sale, sign up for the free Broadway Fan Club at KidsNightonBroadway.com (you must be 13 or older to join).
Ticketholders are invited to Duffy Square (46th Street and Broadway) on Tuesday, August 19, from 4:30 to 6:15 pm for family-friendly activities and the chance to meet cast members from Broadway shows.
The first 500 people to show their Kids’ Night on Broadway ticket will receive a tote bag and a Krispy Kreme treat, while supplies last, so get there early.
More Ways to Save
Besides the price cut, one of the best parts of Kids’ Night on Broadway is how much the event caters to families. Before the show, you can enjoy exclusive dining deals at a variety of nearby restaurants. Participating spots like Dave & Buster’s Times Square, Ellen’s Stardust Diner, Planet Hollywood, Playwright Celtic Pub, Shake Shack (691 8th Ave.) and many others are offering free kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée.
If you’ve always wanted to treat your kids to a night on Broadway, these deals can help you make it happen.
For more information, show availability, and dining deals, visit KidsNightonBroadway.com.
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