Midtown
International Sculpture Day Seagram Plaza 375 Park Avenue between 52nd & 53rd Streets,
View Jorge Otero-Pailos' Analogue Sites, join family-friendly art activities, and enjoy music by Bobby Harden and his Soul Purpose Band. Presented by the Fund for Park Avenue.
Barbie at the Paley Museum The Paley Center for Media 25 W 52 Street,
Barbie fans of all ages can celebrate her whimsical world with special screenings of Barbie: A Touch of Magic, Barbie “Brooklyn” and Barbie “Malibu” giveaways (one per child under 12, while supplies last), fun Instagram Barbie moments, plus the opportunities to play the latest Barbie video game Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures and win a Barbie dreamhouse,…
🎟 $21.50/ages 12+, $17.50/students & seniors, free/ages 11 & under
En Familia Matinee New York City Center 131 W 55th Street,
Dive into the rich tapestry of Latin American culture with Eduardo Vilaro, Ballet Hispánico’s Artistic Director & CEO, as he leads an interactive and dynamic exploration of contemporary dance. Experience the essence of classic pieces from the Company’s repertoire in an afternoon of interactive fun and engagement. ⏱️ 75 minutes, no intermission.
🎟 $20
Pinkalicious The Musical Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street,
Vital Theatre Company's cheery musical based on popular children's book Pinkalicious features a spunky pink-lover who eats so many pink cupcakes she changes colors. 🎟 Save 30-40% through Groupon.
🎟 $49.50-$59.40
Family Art Class: Dog Mosaics American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog 101 Park Ave at West 41st Street,
Create a dog themed mosaic using natural materials such a air dry clay and dried beans, led by art educator Jessica Ressler. Take inspiration from the famous dog mosaics from Pompeii. This class is designed for adults working with kids ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.…
🎟 $55/adult-child pair
Midtown Concerts St. Malachy's – The Actors' Chapel 239 W 49th Street,
Enjoy free weekly performances by over 40 different professional ensembles & artists. Performers of music of the 18th century and earlier are chosen by a panel of early music specialists from the metropolitan area.
Bryant Park Dance Party Bryant Park 42nd Street & Fifth Avenue,
Learn dances in a variety of styles with free dance instruction, live music, and social dance. Open to all with no reservations or waiting list; just walk up and join the party. This year's series showcases New York City's signature brand of Salsa and R&B with Uptown Royalty (5/1); hits from Disco’s golden era from…
Feel Good Foods Diner Feel Good Foods Diner 140 W 31st St,
Enjoy free food at a pop up diner even. Sample a selection of your gluten free favorites from Feel Good Foods along with some top secret menu items that the community has been asking for. Reservations are encouraged, but walkins will be taken on a first come, first served basis.
Ribbon Dancing Bryant Park 42nd Street & Fifth Avenue,
Wave long ribbons in the air to create rainbows, waterfalls, dragons and ocean waves. Ribbon Dancing is as visually stunning as it is fun and easy to learn. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Ribbons will be available to borrow, but participants may also bring their own. Classes meet on the Upper Terrace of…
MoMA UNIQLO NYC Nights Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) 4 W 53rd Street,
MoMA stays open late on the first Friday of every month with free admission for New Yorkers. Enjoy music by DJs from The Lot Radio, along with beer, cocktails, and more at a pop-up bar. Explore in the galleries, get creative with drop-in drawing sessions, play in the Art Lab and see a film in the…
Condiment Wars: A Wrestling Match featuring EWA and Choke Hole TSq Plaza 45-46 Broadway betweenW 45th & 46th Street,
Experience athletic theater and the art of aggression in the most absurd fashion — a wrestling extravaganza at the foot of the Hot Dog in the City! EWA wrestling group pits toppings against toppings in the ultimate tongue-in-cheek smackdown. Headlining the pageantry are the drag wrestling queens of Choke Hole, who take down masculinity, corporate…
Intrepid Early Morning Openings Intrepid Museum Pier 86, W 46th Street & Twelfth Ave,
The Intrepid Museum opens its doors early for autistic children (ages 3-18) and their families so they can experience the Museum in a sensory-friendly environment. Educators lead short, interactive tours designed for all learners, as well as drop-in art activities and structured social/play opportunities. Register online in advance.
Sail Away: An Immersive Discovery Play for Toddlers The Ailey Studio Theater 405 W 55th Street,
Journey with Treehouse Shakers on an oceanic discovery play for toddlers ages 18-24 months. Specifically tailored to the very early walkers, this mobile exploration experience piece is for toddlers who want to wiggle, move, walk and run, in a fully immersive first-time play experience. Three performers - dancers, puppeteers and play-makers - lead an exploration…
🎟 $42/toddler + caregiver
Book Reading – Once Upon the Sun & Sea Philippine Center 556 5th Avenue at 46th St,
Join an enchanting day of stories honoring Philippine cultural heritage with a book reading & signing of Once Upon the Sun & Sea: Indigenous Stories and Folk Tales from the Philippines by authors Jo Tiongson-Perez and Denise Orosa. Also enjoy welcome remarks by Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and an eagle mask-making activity. Pre-order a…
Vital’s The Wizard of Oz Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street,
Enjoy a new take on a classic tale adapated by acclaimed Vital Theatre Company. Rediscover the joy of following the yellow brick road with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion, and munchkin puppetry, as they travel through a re-imagined world of Oz.
🎟 $59.50-$69.50
Fifth Avenue Blooms Activations The Maison 550 Madison at E 55th St,
The Van Cleef & Arpels Maison Garden hosts special treats, live performances, and children’s activities on May weekends in conjunction with installation Fifth Avenue Blooms. From 11 am-4 pm, watch live painting with The New York Academy of Art and pick up special treats and flowers from a cart. At 12 pm & 2 pm,…
Free Comic Book Day 2024 Montasy Comics 431 Fifth Ave at E 39th St,
Get free special edition comic books at local stores. Titles available in 2024 include Disney's Encanto and Turning Red, Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire with Splatoon, Unicorn Crush, Witches of Brooklyn, Spidey and his Amazing Friends, Asterix, Doctor Who, The Loud House, Malificent, Monster High, The Night Librarian, Snoopy Beagle Scout Adventures and many others. Also enjoy special discounts for Star Wars day. Manhattan locations include…
Fancy Nancy The Musical Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street,
Elegant, energetic book character Fancy Nancy comes to life in an hour-long musical from Vital Theatre Company. Fancy Nancy and her friends, Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel are going to be performing in their very first show, "Deep Sea Dances." Nancy is positive, that's fancy for 100 percent sure, that she and Bree will be…
🎟 $49.50
May the 4th Be with You: A Tribute to Star Wars The Paley Center for Media 25 W 52 Street,
Celebrate Star Wars Day on May 4th with the screening of three treasures from the Paley Archive. See the original cast of Star Wars on The Muppet Show, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Star Wars, and a special in-depth look at the Star Wars legacy from the History Channel.
🎟 $20, $16/students, free/ages 1 & under
Star Wars Screening Rooftop Cinema Club Midtown 60 W 37th St,
Celebrate Star Wars Day with special themed screenings of the original late 70s/early 80s trilogy. Before the film and enjoy Star Wars trivia, photo ops, and a costume contest. Starting at 4 pm, settle in and watch Star Wars: A New Hope on a big screen under the stars. Stick around for screenings of the…
🎟 $35