Your Awesome New York Kids Weekend: May 13-15

It’s never too early to start planning for another awesome weekend in NYC! Visit Smorgasburg and grab some delicious food, watch Encanto with the kids at Rooftop Cinema Club, or plan a camping trip with the family.

Are you looking for more fun activities to do with the family this spring? Check out NYC Spring Bucket List: The Ultimate Insiders Guide for Families

Read A Book to Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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There’s no better way to learn about the history and culture of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders than by reading! There are books out there for all ages that will give readers some amazing stories while also celebrating all of the amazing things people in the AAPI community have done!

Get Tickets to Stranger Things: The Experience

Duggal Greenhouse at the Brooklyn Navy Yard | Details

Calling all Stranger Things fans! You are not going to want to miss this awesome experience opening this weekend in Brooklyn. Guests will have the opportunity to bring this TV show to life by traveling through some of the most iconic places. Stranger Things: The Experience will be open through July 17th and tickets can be purchased on their website.

Visit Smorgasburg

Multiple Locations | Details

Enjoy some delicious food when you bring the family to Smorgasburg! With locations in Jersey City, Williamsburg, World Trade Center and Prospect Park, visitors will spend the day trying out diverse foods while also enjoying the nice weather. Smorgasburg will be open every weekend from now until October 2022.

Visit Candytopia

111 West 32nd Street, Midtown | Details

Give you and the family an amazing candy-filled experience this weekend! Guests will have the chance to explore a dozen rooms while also trying out a ton of candy. Tickets are $36 for adults, $29 for kids ages 4-12 and free for kids 3 and under. Make sure to grab your tickets before Candytopia closes on July 31st.

Watch Encanto at Rooftop Cinema Club

60 West 37th Street, Midtown | Details

On May 14th, spend a night under the stars while watching the beloved Disney movie Encanto! Located at The SkyLawn Rooftop Bar at Embassy Suites in Midtown Manhattan you can watch the story of the Madrigals as one of them discovers the magic surrounding the Encanto Doors will open 30 minutes before screening and tickets start at $21.50 for adults and $13.75 for children 12 and younger.

Astoria Spring Festival

31st Street, Astoria | Details

This annual Spring Festival is back for families to enjoy on May 15th! Enjoy all of the fun food options and great shopping, while the kiddos run around and try out all of the rides. This festival is free and is open to the public from 11am-6pm.

Try A New Pizza Spot

Citywide | Details

We all know as New Yorkers that our pizza is some of the best. Yes there is probably a pizza place located on every corner in the city, but have you ever wondered where you can get some of the best pizza? Spend the day trying out new pizza spots and hopefully you will find one that you can make your regular spot.

Go Camping with The Family

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During the winter we have all been stuck inside and now that the weather is warm, what better way to get outside and explore than by going camping! Not only is this a fun activity for the family to try, but it can also be a nice change of scenery from the constant streetcar honks and city sounds that we hear everyday. Find a campsite that is perfect for you family and go on this fun and memorable adventure!

The Wild Center

<p>The Wild Center, nestled within the breathtaking landscape of New York's Adirondack Park, offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature. As visitors approach the Center, they are greeted by the Adirondack Mountains towering in the distance, setting the stage for an immersive adventure.<br /><br /></p> <p>Upon entering the 34,000-square-foot exhibit hall, guests are enveloped in a world of wonder and discovery. Interactive exhibits like Planet Adirondack and Climate Solutions invite exploration, allowing visitors to delve into the rich biodiversity of the Adirondack region. The indoor experience also includes an opportunity to soar on Birdly--a one-of-a-kind VR experience. Also, get up close with an animal ambassador during one of many live animal encounters throughout the day.<br /><br /></p> <p>In addition to its indoor exhibits and programs, the Wild Center also boasts 115-acres of extensive outdoor amenities. One of the highlights in the award-winning Wild Walk. Visitors walk up a trail of bridges to the treetops of the Adirondack forest, 40 feet off the ground. Along the way, interactive exhibits provide insights into the flora and fauna that call the Adirondacks home, from songbirds to black bears.<br /><br /></p> <p>The rest of the campus features more ways to explore. Check out Patrick Dougherty&rsquo;s Stickwork sculpture, an all natural installation of woven sticks that will spark your imagination and nostalgia. Immerse yourself in Forest Music, take a naturalist-lead canoe trip, or get your roll on with Raquette River Roll, a brand-new, oversized, all-natural ball run experience opening in June 2024.</p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student&nbsp;musicians (Ages 10-18) in a non-competitive environment and provides band and individual performance opportunities in support of community and charitable causes.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Rock Band Classes</div> <div>Private Music Lessons</div> <div>Summer Camp</div> <div>Digital/Audio Production</div> <div>Songwriting and Recording Workshops</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Oh and hey parents, we are now offering private music lessons and our rock band program for adults too. Reach out to us for more information.&nbsp;</div>

Broadway Dance Center Children and Teens

<p dir="ltr">With more than 35 years of experience, Broadway Dance Center Children &amp; Teens provides young movers ages 3-18 with exceptional training. BDC delivers the finest all-around dance experience for students by offering a wide variety of styles and levels, performance opportunities, and the highest caliber dance instruction that only New York City and BDC Children &amp; Teens can provide.</p> <p dir="ltr">This studio is so much more than a training course for young dancers; it is a diverse, family-friendly community for budding creatives. It has an exemplary faculty who follow the vision to not only develop a dancer&rsquo;s love and ability in dance, but to do so in a nurturing and supportive way.</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-16583089-7fff-d8a9-61c2-8f689f7348b2"></span></p>

Your Awesome New York Kids Weekend: May 13-15