For a guide to free family fun happening this weekend, click HERE!
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IndieCade East 2016 at the Museum of the Moving Image
Calling all gamers! This weekend the Museum of the Moving Image in Queens will host IndieCade East 2016, one of the country’s largest events dedicated to independent video games. Families can play dozens of new and unreleased games in the “Strange Arcade” games showcase and attend creator panels and talks. There will also be an eSports Showcase where players can compete in video sports game competitions throughout the weekend. (Friday-Sunday) -
"Meet me at the Fountain" at Lincoln Center
Now’s your chance to join a secret crime-fighting team and help stop a plot to sabotage an opera diva! “Meet Me at the Fountain,” is an immersive and interactive performance taking place across the entire Lincoln Center campus. Audiences young and old will embark on an exciting adventure as they keep Lincoln Center’s stages safe! (Saturday and May 21 & 22) -
Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival a the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Celebrate the end of Hanami, the Japanese commemoration of the cherry blossom season, at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s annual Sakura Matsuri Festival. The weekend will be comprised of more than 60 events and performances including music, dance, workshops, exhibitions, and vendors of Japanese fashion, food, art, and more! Enjoy a day of exploration against the backdrop of beautiful cherry trees in full bloom. (Saturday-Sunday) -
9th Annual Street Games in Thomas Jefferson Park
Head to Harlem this Saturday, when NYC Parks and the Walt Disney Company will host the 9th Annual Street Games in Thomas Jefferson Park! The Street Games event re-introduces old-school city games to kids. Participants can join rousing games of stickball, street hockey, ultimate frisbee, wheelchair basketball, and more! Local radio stations will spin jams throughout the day, and kids will enjoy live performances by a hip-hop breakdancer, a yo-yo master, and the Dance Theater of Harlem. (Saturday) -
The Big Family Quiz Thing at Symphony Space
Test your family’s trivia smarts at the Big Quiz Thing at Symphony Space! Over the course of six rounds, kids and parents will get to show off their knowledge of history, sports, art, animals, geography, pop culture, and more. There will be prizes for the winners! Running time is approx 120 minutes. (Sunday) -
Folklore Family Day: Celebrating Children's Day at the Japan Society
Immerse your family in the enchanting world of Japanese folktales at the Japan Society. The day will be filled with amishibai storytelling, and guests can take in the popular Hanakappa: "Adventure in the Butterfly Kingdom" animation, and try hands-on crafts including shodo (calligraphy) and origami. Kids can show off their athleticism at karate workshops led by instructors from Japan Karate Association’s New York Dojo. And parents shouldn’t miss the special storytelling workshop led by Master Storyteller Tara McGowan, who will teach you how to tell a better, more engaging story. There’s something for everyone at this year’s festival! (Sunday) -
"Curious George: The Golden Meatball" at the Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College
Join Curious George in this fun-filled musical as he goes on a mission to help his chef friend win the world-famous Golden Meatball Contest. Approximately 50 minutes in length, recommended for grades Pre K-3. (Sunday) -
15th Annual Irish Dance Festival: at Pier I in Riverside Park South
Sample some of New York’s famous Irish traditions with this annual festival put on by the Irish Arts Center. Enjoy some high-stepping with traditional Irish music and cultural workshops that the whole family will love. (Sunday) -
Annual Children's Festival at the National Museum of the American Indian
Learn about the native people of the Great Plains at the National Museum of the Americna Indian’s Annual Children’s Festival! Play games like ring and pin game or hoop throw, listen to stories inside an authentic tipi, make a plains magnet and find out the importance of the bison to the American Indian culture. There is even a dance segment for all those active learners! (Saturday-Sunday) -
New York Theatre Ballet: "Alice-in-Wonderland Follies" at 92Y
The New York Theatre Ballet is bringing “The Alice-in-Wonderland” Follies, with choreography by Keith Michael, to the 92Y. Follow Alice’s adventures through Wonderland in this whimsical ballet! (Sunday) -
10 Great Events for May
Spring Fling at Lincoln Center, “Where the Wild things Are,” the New York Baby Show, and more! -
Family Fun for Mother's Day
Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, May 8! It’s time to take a few days to celebrate the mom in your life, and as always, New York City has a myriad of options. Pick mom’s favorite, and give her a day to remember.
