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Space & Science Festival at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
This weekend, join the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum for its fifth annual Space & Science Festival! This four-day celebration of the galaxy will feature tours, pier displays, presentations, Trek Talks, and more. Families will especially love the free screening of “Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home” (rated PG) on Thursday evening and Family Astronomy Night on Friday evening, during which all ages can view the stars using the museum’s telescopes and listen to the space exploits of astronaut Lee M. Morin. (Thursday-Sunday) (Image via intrepidmuseum.org) -
"Phantom Boy" Screenings at the IFC Center
This Friday, make your way over to the IFC Center in Greenwich Village to view “Phantom Boy.” This exciting and highly anticipated new film, billed as a “stylish noir caper” about a boy who is able to leave his body and explore NYC streets as a ghostly apparition, is sure to keep you on the edge of your seats. Plus, once the movie ends, the audience will get an exclusive opportunity to carry out a Q&A session with the director. (Friday-Sunday) -
City of Water Day
Hop on a boat during the 9th annual City Of Water Day Festival! This family-friendly event takes place along the New York and New Jersey waterfronts. As the region’s largest harbor festival, the celebrations span from Governors Island to Maxwell Place Park in Hoboken, NJ, and dozens of other locations in the New York Harbor. Enjoy free boat tours on small and large vessels, including tall ships and tugboats; kayak, paddle, and row; and be sure not to miss the Children’s Activities Fair and Waterfront Activity Fairs, which are lots of fun for the whole family. (Saturday) (Photo courtesy of City of Water Day) -
Louis Armstrong's Wonderful World in Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Come out to Flushing, Queens for this annual celebration of American jazz icon Louis Armstrong. You’ll see trees of green and skies of blue while you jam to classic jazz and blues played by Kermit Ruffins, Dr. John, and Soulive. General attendance is free via the online registration on the site, but you can also purchase Preferred Access tickets for a VIP experience. There will be face painting and stilt walkers for the kids, so it’s a party the whole family will enjoy! (Saturday) -
The Rubin Museum Block Party 2016
Join The Rubin Museum this Sunday for its epic Block Party! The museum will celebrate its latest exhibit “Nepalese: Seasons: Rain and Ritual” with an afternoon of free family-friendly activities, live performances, and food. Children can get creative with arts and crafts such as mask-making and flower garland-making, receive henna tattoos, participate in museum tours and family gallery searches, and relax during an outdoor family yoga session. There will also be performances from Sonam Rinzin, Brooklyn Raga Massive, and others. (Sunday) (Image via rubinmuseum.org) -
The Kidz Bop Kids' Life of the Party Tour at the Ford Amphitheater
Join the Kidz Bop Kids at the recently opened Ford Amphitheater on Coney Island this Sunday for their Life of the Party tour! The popular children’s music group that covers hit pop songs will sing favorites from “Kidz Bop 32” such as “My House,” “Love Yourself,” “Hide Away,” and “Never Forget You.” Ages 6 and up will love seeing Ashlynn, Grant, Matt, and Sela live in concert. (Sunday) -
SummerStage Family Day in St. Mary's Park
Head up to St. Mary's Park in the Bronx for a fantastic day out at SummerStage Family Day! The lineup includes The Legacy Women, who will perform traditional Puerto Rican and Dominican music; Recess Monkey (pictured above), a band that combines kid-friendly music with indie-pop jams; and more. Plus: Double Dutch Dreamz will host a jump rope bonanza, where you can join in the fun whether you’re a first-timer or an expert. (Sunday) (Image via recessmonkeytown.com) -
Hot Peas 'N Butter in Brooklyn Bridge Park
Get on your feet and dance along with Hot Peas ‘N Butter, a family music band that focuses on multicultural values and catchy, fun songs. Join them in Brooklyn Bridge Park for an hour of fantastic music that kids of all ages will love. Private Picassos will put on some family-friendly activities starting at 11am and the concert will begin at noon! (Sunday) (Image via Hot Peas 'N Butter on Facebook) -
Sprinklerfest at Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
Celebrate summer with an afternoon full of music, food, activities and more at the Snug Harbor Cultural Center! This family-friendly event is great for kids of all ages looking for a fun summer atmosphere just to play in. This Friday come out to Staten Island with the entire family. (Friday) (Image via silive.com) -
10 Great Events for July
The New-York Historical Society’s Summer of Hamilton, “Star Trek” at the Intrepid Museum, The Hills Open on Governors Island, and more! (Image via nyhistory.org) -
2016 Summer Family Fun Guide
There’s no time like summer for turning New York City–and its Tristate environs–into a playland for family fun. Use our comprehensive guide to summer activities and events to make the most of the warm months! (Photo by Daniel Avila/NYC Parks)
