Blessing of the Bicycles
Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine 1047 Amsterdam Avenue at West 112th Street, New YorkAll bikers, skaters, scooter-riders, and users of self-propelled vehicles are welcome, along with all who share the road, to the 26th annual Blessing of the Bicycles. Father Patrick Malloy will…
Intrepid Early Morning Openings
Intrepid Museum Pier 86, W 46th Street & Twelfth Ave, New YorkThe 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…
Home Depot Workshop: Blooming Picture Frame
Home Depot West 23rd St Store 40 W 23rd Street, New YorkHammer, glue and paint with help from parents and store associates. This month, make a flower shaped picture frame (a possible Mother's Day present). Receive a certificate of achievement, workshop…
Home Depot Workshop: Blooming Picture Frame
Home Depot New Rochelle 55 Weyman Ave, New RochelleHammer, glue and paint with help from parents and store associates. Projects change monthly. Receive a certificate of achievement, workshop apron and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Also at…
New York (White Plains) CATstravaganza
Westchester County Center 198 Central Ave, White PlainsInternational Judges present, stage and reward the most beautiful cats in the world. Cheer on the champions of the competition as they strut their stuff on the CATwalk. Witness Cat…
Sail Away: An Immersive Discovery Play for Toddlers
The Ailey Studio Theater 405 W 55th Street, New YorkJourney 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…
Book Reading – Once Upon the Sun & Sea
Philippine Center 556 5th Avenue at 46th St, New YorkJoin 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…
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello
Kings Theatre 1027 Flatbush Avenue, BrooklynElmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street sing and dance with fun surprises along the way in a new musical with costumed characters. Say hello to…
Coquí Club: Celebrating Mothers and Caregivers
El Museo Del Barrio 1230 Fifth Avenue at E 105th St, New YorkJoin a bilingual program facilitated by museum educators with storytelling, discussion, and an art-making project. Celebrate Mother’s Day and reflect on the timeless message carried by generations of loved ones.…
Wave Hill Family Art Project
Wave Hill West 249th Street & Independence Avenue, BronxEnjoy nature-inspired art projects among gorgeous gardens and trees overlooking the Hudson River. Themes change weekly. At 11:30am families can enjoy an indoor storytime program, all ages welcome.
Riverkeeper Sweep 2024
Ten Mile Playground Riverside Park at W 148th St, New YorkJoin volunteers to assist with removing litter from Riverside Park and Hudson River shoreline. Help keep the parks clean and connect with fellow New Yorkers. Register at one of our…
6/15 Green Community Spring Festival
6/15 Green Community Garden 274 15th Street, Park SlopeEnjoy live music, a plant sale, bake sale, potluck, children's activities and more at a South Slope community garden.
Big Swim
Asphalt Green 1750 York Ave at East 90th Street, New YorkAsphalt Green hosts a fun day for swimmers of all abilities, ages 6 and older, to experience the thrill of racing in the water. Compete and receive a swim cap,…
Apple Blossom Festival
Hurds Family Farm Address 2187 State Route 32, ModenaMarvel at the beautiful apple blossoms at Hurds Family Farm and enjoy a full day of farm activities including a giant bounce pillow, obstacle course, kids corral playground, nature trails,…
Art and Craft Market
Harbor Island Park Mamaroneck Ave South & Boston Post Road, MamaroneckJoin Village of Mamaroneck Arts Council for an arts and crafts fair just in time for Mother’s Day and graduation season! Along with a bunch of wonderful vendors, there will…
Rotary Club of Peekskill Cherry Blossom Festival & Plant Sale
Peekskill Riverfront Green Park 1 Robin Dr., PeekskillCelebrate the beginning of spring, when the 100 cherry trees along the Riverfront Walkway start to bloom. Highlights include flower pot painting, kids' games, inflatable slides, live music, food trucks…
Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst
Lyndhurst 635 S Broadway, TarrytownShop for one-of-a-kind gift from over 200 craftspeople and makers including original fashions, accessories, jewelry, home décor, furniture, photography, fine art, and functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal,…
Dr. Linda H. Humes Presents Griots in Concert
Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling 898 St. Nicholas Ave at W 155th Street, New YorkSee an in an inspirational and educational show for all ages; a mix of music, song and storytelling. Also explore the museum's new spring exhibits and hands-on art activities all day.…
Family Dance Party with Fyütch and Aura V – Daddy Daughter Music Duo
ShapeShifter Lab 18 Whitwell Place, BrookylnGrammy-nominated Artist Fyütch performs uplifting songs with his 6 year old daughter Aura V. Bring the whole family for an all-ages dance party with a live band and special guest…
Weekends in Bloom
Brooklyn Botanic Garden 100 Washington Avenue, BrooklynCelebrate cherry blossom season and all the spring blooms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with casual, pop-up music and dance performances, morning programming for kids and families in the Discovery Garden,…
Access Mornings at MoMI
Museum of the Moving Image 36-01 35 Avenue at 37 Street, AstoriaOn the first Saturday of each month, families with autistic children can explore exhibitions and participate in workshops that begin before public hours begin. Activities range from hands-on craft-making to…
Spring Swing Kids Concert
St. Ann and the Holy Trinity Church 157 Montague Street, BrooklynJoin a unique family music experience, featuring the talented, bilingual (English/Spanish) wife/husband duo Musiquita. Composer/pianist/singer Jesse Elder and violinist/composer/singer Blanca Cecilia González will be joined by an incredible ensemble, including …
Vital’s The Wizard of Oz
Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street, New YorkEnjoy 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…
Classic Fleischer Cartoons
Nitehawk Cinema Prospect Park 188 Prospect Park West, BrooklynSee family friendly classics at a chic cinema with waiters serving food & drinks during the movie, plus retro video games in the lobby. A block of Max Fleischer cartoons…
Encanto Sing-Along
Jacob Burns Film Center 364 Manville Road, PleasantvilleJoin a special sing-along edition of the beloved Disney movie Encanto. This hit musical tells the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of…
Start with Art/Art Trek
Metropolitan Museum Of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street, New YorkFabulous museum educators engage children in conversations and activities related to a few works in the vast collection. Travel through time and around the world on a museum adventure. Discover…
Whitney Museum Open Studio
Whitney Museum of American Art 99 Gansevoort Street, New YorkAll ages are invited to get creative in the Laurie M. Tisch Education Center. Make art inspired by works on view in the collection and current exhibitions. Each week is…
Healthy Kids Day
JFK Marina & Park 1 John F Kennedy Memorial Drive, YonkersJoin the Yonkers YMCA for family games, a bounce house, activities, fitness, food, crafts, giveaways, snacks, community organizations and more.
This Old House: Cooper Hewitt Edition
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum 2 E 91st Street, New YorkExplore Cooper Hewitt’s historic mansion, built for Andrew Carnegie from 1899-1902 as a family home, and plan a renovation to make it your own. Follow a self-guided scavenger hunt to…
Center for Architecture Family Program: Brooklyn Bridge
Center for Architecture 536 LaGuardia Place, New YorkCelebrate the 141st birthday of the Brooklyn Bridge. Learn how this iconic suspension bridge transformed New York City. Families will then create their own suspension bridges to span one of…
“We Are Still Here!” Lunaapeew/Lenape Celebration Weekend
Museum of the City of New York 1220 Fifth Avenue at 105th Street, New YorkJoin members of the Lunaapeew/Lenape community and the Museum of the City of New York for a weekend of activities celebrating the resilience and cultural heritage of the First People…
Fifth Avenue Blooms Activations
The Maison 550 Madison at E 55th St, New YorkThe 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…
Yonkers Arts Weekend
Hudson River Museum 511 Warburton Avenue, YonkersEnjoy free admission to Hudson River Museum and family-friendly activities, including art workshops that celebrate current exhibitions, the environment, and the thriving arts scene in Yonkers. Enjoy a “Bubble Extravaganza”…
Calhoun Carnival
The Calhoun School 433 West End Avenue at 81st Street, New YorkThe biggest street fair on the Upper West Side features games, music, craft activities and barbecue. A beloved tradition since 1963. Event proceeds support the Annual Tea and anniversary awards…
Jane’s Carousel Day
Brooklyn Bridge Park 99 Plymouth St, BrooklynEnjoy free rides and face painting at Jane’s Carousel.
Smorgasburg Williamsburg
Marsha P. Johnson State Park 90 Kent Avenue at North 7 Street, BrookylnNosh at a Saturday open-air food market in America featuring over 35 local vendors in a waterfront park. At what the New York Times calls “The Woodstock of Eating," try…
Show Up Kids!
Mile Square Theatre 1400 Clinton Street, HobokenSe an internationally acclaimed, entirely unique, semi-improvised performance featuring music and a comedic twist on the traditional "kids’ show". When the main attraction doesn’t show up, the hapless host will…
Free Comic Book Day 2024
Montasy Comics 431 Fifth Ave at E 39th St, New YorkGet 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…
Mandarin Immersion Pop-up Concert in Central Park
Central Park, East 72nd Street Entrance Fifth Ave & E 72nd Street, New YorkCelebrate a beautiful spring day with live guitar performances of favorite Mandarin children’s songs, Featuring an original line up of beloved childhood nursery rhymes and catchy tunes, children will embark…
Workshop: The Art Book for Children
Brooklyn Museum 200 Eastern Parkway, BrooklynPhaidon and the Brooklyn Museum are excited to host author, artist, and art historian Ferren Gipson for an interactive art-making workshop. This program celebrates the updated and expanded edition of…
Print Your Own Mother’s Day Card
South Street Seaport Museum 12 Fulton Street, New YorkJoin the talented designers at Bowne & Co.in creating a festive Mother’s Day card using the Museum’s 19th century historical printing equipment. See the Seaport Museum’s working collection in action…
Kite Day 2024
Davenport Park Davenport Avenue, New RochelleNew Rochelle Parks & Recreation presents the 11th annual Kite Day. Bring a kite and soar to new heights.
Family Day: Symbols, Stories, and Self
Katonah Museum of Art 134 Jay Street - Route 22, KatonahConstruct, create, and reflect alongside artist Damien Davis and explore ideas of self, community, and art. Davis will collaborate with young visitors on a kinetic sculpture project in the KMA…
Woofstock: Badass Spring Fest
President Street President Street btwn 3rd & Nevins, BrooklynJoin Badass Anima Rescue for fun activities for dogs and kids, including a dog agility course, face painting, and a raffle to support fundraising efforts. Adoption opportunities abound. Food &…
Mother’s Day Celebration
Brooklyn Public Library 10 Grand Army Plaza, BrooklynJoin students from Calpulli Community in a festive dance celebration for Mother's Day and Cinco de Mayo. Learn about the traditions and cultures of Mexico, listen to live Mariachi music,…
Music for Autism Concert with Flutist Adam Sadberry & Pianist Lucy Yao
Brooklyn Heights Library 286 Cadman Plaza West, BrooklynSee an autism-friendly, interactive concert developed specifically for autistic individuals and their families. Download a social story with photos from previous concerts to get a sense of what to expect…
Hudson River Museum Family Art & Science Workshops
Hudson River Museum 511 Warburton Avenue, YonkersJoin Hudson River Museum educators for drop-in art-making in a variety of media. Projects change weekly and relate to a current exhibit or season.
Hands-on History: Trekkies, Unite!
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue, QueensWhy in the galaxy is a historic house museum K be dedicating an event to Star Trek? Rufus King’s third great granddaughter, Jane Wyatt, played the human mother of Spock,…
Holi Festival of Colors
Broadway Field Park 1 Broadway, HawthorneJoin Shake it Off and Mayura Dance Academy for Holi Festival of Colors. Enjoy live Bollywood performances by Mayura Dance Academt, DJ sets, good food, bounce houses, music and more.…
Open Hours at Brooklyn Bridge Park Environmental Education Center
Brooklyn Bridge Park Environmental Education Center 99 Plymouth St, BrooklynVisitors of all ages can get to know Brooklyn Bridge Park with rotating monthly educational themes, a 250 gallon aquarium filled with critters from the East River, a 10’ scale…
The Tempest
92nd Street Y 1395 Lexington Avenue between 91st & 92nd Street, New YorkJoin an original musical retelling of Shakespeare’s classic play created just for young audiences. Told through music and dance, 92NY’s retelling of Shakespeare’s timeless story of uncovering family bonds on…
Fancy Nancy The Musical
Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street, New YorkElegant, 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…
Under The Sea Tea Parties
Let's Dress Up Chelsea 261 W 19th Street, New YorkBeloved mermaid, Ariel herself will be make a special appearance at a fancy tea party for songs and photo ops (character brought to you by Face Art by Melissa). Dress…
Family Tours at The Met Cloisters
The Met Cloisters 99 Margaret Corbin Drive, New YorkShare ideas and enjoy hands-on gallery activities that bring medieval works of art to life in a castle-like setting. Recommended for families with children ages 3 to 11 years.
Young People’s Concert: Celebration
Lincoln Center W 65th Street & Broadway, New YorkCelebrate 100 years of Young People’s Concerts with madcap sounds, humor, and surprises — and discover how composers throughout the ages have used these tools to comment on important issues…
Galli Theater: Beauty & The Beast
Galli Theater 72 Warren St, New YorkSee an updated version of a classic fairy tale in an intimate theater. Lost in the woods, a wealthy salesman stumbles upon an enchanted castle inhabited by a once handsome…
Color Wink Studio First Saturday Family Art Making
Sugar Hill Creamery 184 Lenox Avenue between 119th St & 120th Streets, New YorkJoin Color Wink Studio and Sugar Hill Creamery to make some art and enjoy some ice cream. On the first Saturday of every month there will be free drop-in art…
MOCACREATE: Super Small Businesses
Museum Of Chinese In America 215 Centre Street, New YorkCelebrate favorite Chinatown small businesses and making our own. Design a storefront with Teaching Artist Yu Rong using cardboard, fabric, foam, and more. Got the juiciest mangos? The coolest clothes?…
May the 4th Be with You: A Tribute to Star Wars
The Paley Center for Media 25 W 52 Street, New YorkCelebrate 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…
The Kingdom Dance Company
Perelman Performing Arts Center 251 Fulton Street, New YorkJoin The Kingdom Dance Company for an unforgettable interactive dance experience. In celebration of 50 years of hip-hop, a high-energy dance party embraces the culture, music, and moves that have…
Mandarin Immersion Pop-up Concert in Propsect Park
Propsect Park, Meadowport Arch Inside Prospect Park near Carroll Street, BrookylnCelebrate a beautiful spring day with live guitar performances of favorite Mandarin children’s songs, Featuring an original line up of beloved childhood nursery rhymes and catchy tunes, children will embark…
Viva el Cinco de Mayo: Festival of Son
Kupferberg Center for the Arts 153-49 Reeves Ave, FlushingJoin a second annual Cinco de Mayo family celebration featuring world-renowned ensembles such as Mariachi Real De Mexico with special guest José Adán Pérez, Tlen Huicani from Veracruz, Mexico, and…
The Original Cupcake Tour of Greenwich Village
The Original Cupcake Tour 8 Union Square W, New YorkSample the diversity of tasty cupcakes in NYC on a two-hour tour of trendy cupcake shops. All the sweets are included, plus build a custom cupcake.
Wall to Wall Prince
Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New YorkJoin an unforgettable extravaganza of music, film, dance, stories, and more, as an incredible roster of artists pays tribute to the legendary Prince through a nonstop celebration and exploration of…
Star Wars Screening
Rooftop Cinema Club Midtown 60 W 37th St, New YorkCelebrate 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…
Taylor Swift Laser Show
Liberty Science Center 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey CityRock out to Taylor's greatest hits – both past and present, set to stunning high-tech lasers in the biggest planetarium in America. A unique way to experience Swift's different eras.…
And Then, Now
Green-Wood Cemetery 5th Avenue & 25th Street, Brooklyntraverse Green-Wood’s spring landscape to experience moments of music, dance, and reflective conversation. An immersive performative walk explores the significance of reliance—be it on each other, the environment, or our…
Bronx Night Market
Celebrate the Bronx's diverse culture and cuisine and try up-and-coming food concepts. Sample a curated selection of local Bronx and NYC-based food, beverage, arts & crafts, and packaged goods vendors.…
Queens International Night Market: Kids Entrepreneur Day
New York Hall of Science Flushing Meadow-Corona Park, QueensCelebrate Small Business Month at the large, family-friendly open-air night market's 2nd annual Kid Entrepreneur Day. Meet and shop from some of the coolest girl bosses around town. Sample cuisine…
Rena Anakwe’s Lifting the Ground Up
Lincoln Center W 65th Street & Broadway, New YorkJoin a site-specific, public performance art ritual in Hearst Plaza inspired by the element of earth and incorporates sound, visuals, plants, and scent. Through the restoration of native ecology, land…
First Saturday: In Bloom
Brooklyn Museum 200 Eastern Parkway, BrooklynEnjoy engaging and eclectic free art and entertainment for all ages the first Saturday of the month at Brooklyn Museum. Celebrate Spring and Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with…
Annie O Presents at PAC NYC
Perelman Performing Arts Center 251 Fulton Street, New YorkEnjoy an exciting mix of free live performances on the PAC NYC lobby stage. Illustrious Annie Ohayon, music curator and publicist behind the careers of legends like Lou Reed, Peter…
Ice Theatre of New York
Chelsea Piers Pier 62 - 23rd St. & Hudson River Park Chelsea/Meatpacking, New YorkIce Theatre of New York (ITNY) glides into the Chelsea Piers Sky Rink for its 2024 home season performances. Pieces include In Flight Entertainment, an exploration of the circles created…
Illumination NYC
Belvedere Plaza North End Ave & BPC Esplanade, New YorkInteract with 15+ light art installations, interactive pieces, projection mapping, light based performers, a giant stage, DJs and more at a free Festival of Light in lower Manhattan, presented by…
The 24 Hour Plays
The New Victory Theater 209 W 42nd St, New YorkSee a showcase of original short plays conceived, written and rehearsed over a single day and night by seven young playwrights working with professional actors and directors. Earlier this year,…
Star Gazing
Pier I 500 West 70th Street, New YorkJoin Amateur Astronomers Association's expert stargazers for views of the evening skies through their telescopes at Pier I.