Harvest Festivals, Pumpkin Patches, and Hayrides Right Here in NYC
If you think you need to head out to the 'burbs for an authentic fall harvest experience, we've got good news: You can pick the perfect pumpkin, go on a hayride, ride a pony or meet farm animals, and...
View ArticleHoliday Train Shows in NYC for Kids: Botanical Garden and More
Trains are a way of life for most New Yorkers, but there's something particularly special about the little engines and cabooses that take center stage during the holiday season. The New York Botanical...
View ArticleBest Places to See Cherry Blossoms in NYC
There are few more delightful ways to celebrate the arrival of spring than by viewing the beautiful cherry blossoms flowering all over New York City. Everyone seems to know about the Sakura Matsuri...
View Article7 Fun Party Places for Car- and Train-Obsessed NYC Kids
Long before my kids laid eyes on Pixar movies, they were obsessed with cars. Big ones, little ones, toy ones—as long as they were fast and sleek, they'd want to play with them or, better yet, ride in...
View ArticleNYC Carousels: 13 City Merry-Go-Rounds To Spin You Around
There's something wonderfully nostalgic about kids getting a thrill from a ride on a carousel. There are more than a dozen merry-go-rounds in our city and each offers a unique spin on this traditional...
View ArticleChihuly Glass Sculptures Dazzle at NY Botanical Garden
Step aside spring blooms. There's a new diva hijacking your spotlight this season at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx. It's sparkly, magical, and comes in almost as many eye-popping shades as...
View ArticleHaunted Halloween Houses and Not-too-Spooky Walks for NYC Kids
Looking for a not-too-scary Halloween fright for the kids? A tricked-out haunted house or slightly spooky Halloween trail just might be the right kind of boo for you.Haunted houses long have been a...
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Boo at the Zoo: New Thrills and Attractions at the Bronx Zoo's Halloween Event
Fall has arrived in New York City and with it, a fantastic array of seasonal activities that make saying goodbye to summer feel more like a celebration than a somber farewell. And with Halloween just...
View ArticleThe NYBG Holiday Train Show Returns with Tons of Updates in 2017
We may still be a few weeks away from Halloween, but the trappings of the holiday season have started to creep onto store shelves, and we're already anticipating one of our favorite seasonal...
View Article15 Not-So-Scary Halloween Events in NYC for the Preschool Set
When my son was a baby, I wondered if he'd ever know the joy of trick-or-treating door to door like his suburban counterparts. But over the years, I've learned that NYC really knows how to celebrate...
View ArticleHoliday Workshop Weekend
Event Date: Repeats every day until Sun Dec 10 2017. Saturday, December 9, 2017 - 10:00am to 4:00pmSunday, December 10, 2017 - 10:00am to 4:00pmWebsite:...
View ArticleFeed the Birds Weekend
Event Date: Repeats every day until Sun Dec 17 2017. Saturday, December 16, 2017 Various timesSunday, December 17, 2017 Various timesWebsite: https://www.wavehill.org/events/2017/12/16/Cost: see...
View ArticleRiverdale Temple Kids Arts & Crafts Day and Gift Fair
Event Date: Sunday, November 19, 2017 - 11:00am to 4:00pmWebsite: http://www.riverdaletemple.orgCost: Free admission, craft $5Contact Phone or Email: rivtemple@aol.com or call (718)-548-3800 Editor's...
View ArticleThe New IDNYC Card Perks for Families You Don't Want to Miss
It's no secret that living in New York City and raising kids here isn't cheap. So one of my favorite finds has been the IDNYC program, which, among other things, offers FREE and reduced-price...
View Article7 New Summer Camps for NYC Kids in 2018
There may be snowflakes a flying, but it's officially summer camp searching season in New York City. While the metro area and surrounding suburbs don't lack for choices, there's always something new on...
View ArticleNight at the Museum: 7 NYC Museum and Zoo Sleepovers for Kids
Sleepovers are all the rage—even Governors Island is getting into the overnight game—but while a night of glamping might be on your to-do list, kids will get a big kick out of sleeping over at one of...
View Article16 Great Parks and Playgrounds for NYC Kids' Birthdays
Savvy DIYers know that during the warmer months, New York City's parks make a stunning backdrop for a birthday bash. Granted, this type of party requires more work than booking one of those...
View ArticleBest Places to See Cherry Blossoms as a Family in NYC
There are few more delightful ways to celebrate the arrival of spring than by viewing the beautiful cherry blossoms flowering all over New York City. Everyone seems to know about the Sakura Matsuri...
View ArticleZip Lines, Ropes Courses, and Outdoor Adventure Parks Near NYC
We all need a little excitement in our lives. For some, any of these 13 carousels around New York City will deliver all the excitement in the world. For others, the idea of zip-lining through the air...
View ArticleSee Bronx Zoo Like a Local: Top Tips for a Great Visit with Kids
We've written about the Bronx Zoo often, and with good reason. First opened in 1899, the Bronx Zoo continues to evolve and remains a top destination for local NYC families, tourists, and animal lovers...
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