Winter Fun Guide 2015: Indoor Games

Even more winter fun:
For our 2015 guide to sledding, click here.
For our 2015 guide to ice skating, click here.
For our 2015 guide to tea and hot chocolate, click here.
For our 2015 guide to winter carnivals, click here.
For our 2015 guide to museums, click here.
For our 2015 guide to crafts and creative workshops, click here.

SPiN New York
Ping pong fiends can choose among 17 tables at the chic SPiN New York ping pong lunge, and refuel with farm-to-table cuisine. 48 East 23rd Street, newyork.spingalactic.com
Brooklyn Bowl
On Saturdays and Sundays, Brooklyn Bowl is open until 6pm for Family Bowl, when all ages can enjoy the venue’s 16 lanes and Blue Ribbon-catered food. 61 Wythe Avenue, Brooklyn, brooklynbowl.com
Lucky Strike Bowling
With more than 20 locations around the country, Lucky Strike bowling boasts 26 state-of-the art lanes and 11 billiard tables/ping pong tables, plus a “Luxe Lounge” that also serves as a private event space. 42nd Street and 12th Avenue, bowlluckystrike.com
Chinatown Family Fun Center
Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center was once famous for its dancing and tick-tack-toe chickens. Though the chickens are now retired, the arcade hosts a variety of family-friendly games. 8 Mott Street, chinatownfair.biz
Funtopia USA
Queens’ Funtopia USA is a veritable indoor-play wonderland that counts bumper cars, bowling, a three-level playground, and laser tag among its offerings—and it’s open seven days a week. 66-26 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, Queens, funtopiausa.com

The Music Institute of Long Island

Established in 1990, the Music Institute of Long Island (MILI) is a classical music school staffed by exceptional instructors from many of the most prestigious conservatories and graduate music schools in the United States and Europe. Long Island&rsquo;s foremost musical academies, its instrumental programs include violin, viola, cello, piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone and voice classes. MILI has been voted # 1 BEST MUSIC SCHOOL Consistently.&nbsp; They teach the Traditional, Suzuki, and ABRSM methods. Students participate in All-National, All-Eastern, All-State, youth orchestras, and score highly in NYSSMA and Royal Academy Music Festivals. First prize winners of competitions earn solos at Carnegie Hall and with orchestras. MILI offers Fall/Spring semesters plus Summer Sessions. Semesters include 15-17 weeks of private lessons, solo recitals with a final GALA Concert featuring chamber music. About the Directors: Carol &amp; Geri Kushner: The sisters are violinists, violists, chamber coaches &amp; performers. They believe in instilling the love of music, &nbsp;fostering proficiency, success, confidence &amp; believe all MILI students achieve success. Degrees BM, MM (+), K-12 certifications, attended Manhattan School of Music, Queens College &amp; Stonybrook University.They have been adjunct professors at Syracuse University, Aaron Copland School of Music Pre-College &amp; Five Towns Colleges, Stonybrook University &amp; have taught in L.I. public schools.

Elf the Musical

They'll sing loud for all to hear. You can bring the Christmas cheer. Start decking the halls, people &ndash; it's Elf The Musical! After a decade away, the beloved holiday classic is back on Broadway for a strictly limited run. Whether you&rsquo;re searching for the perfect stocking stuffer or a festive outing for the whole family, this family-friendly show is packed with joy, laughter, and snow-covered magic. A musical comedy adaptation of the hit 2003 film, Elf The Musical follows Buddy the orphan who, after being raised by elves at the North Pole, embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and help the people he meets rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. Academy Award&reg; nominee Sean Astin ("Lord of the Rings") is Santa Claus alongside Tony Award&reg; nominee Grey Henson as Buddy, Drama Desk Award nominee Ashley Brown as Emily, and rising star Kayla Davion as Jovie. Plus, keep an eye out for social media celebrity Kalen Allen &ndash; known for his appearances on "The Ellen Show" &ndash; as the hilarious store manager. Called &ldquo;a slickly irresistible and fizzily enjoyable confection of a show&rdquo; (Time Out), this holly-jolly hit is one you won't want to miss. Through January 4 only!

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

Monstrous Family fun returns with Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort! &nbsp; The signature children&rsquo;s Halloween event kicks off October 3rd&nbsp;when the Park transforms into a bewitching party filled with candy, seasonal shows, and Halloween themed LEGO characters. The event runs on all operating dates in October, with all festivities included in general admission. Meet LEGO Monster characters like Spider Lady and Wacky Witch and make your way to the treat stations around the Park. Don&rsquo;t forget your costumes! &nbsp; New for 2024: Monster Party Nights at LEGOLAND New York Hotel! Book a Brick-or-Treat overnight package in October to enjoy extra sweet Halloween-themed fun after a day in the Park. Hotel guests will have the opportunity to eat breakfast with a Monster, participate in themed crafts and LEGO builds, rock out at the Monster Dance Party each night, and more! &nbsp; AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort, the ultimate LEGO&reg; theme park destination, for kids ages two through twelve and their families. Ride, climb, and build your way through seven LEGO themed lands. &nbsp;