Summer for the City at Lincoln Center
Enjoy free outdoor performances and silent discos on the massive outdoor dance floor as the evening cools down.
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Things to do in New York, NY with kids
Family activities in New York, NY right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
10 hand-picked things to do in New York, NY right now · 5 with confirmed dates
How we pick family-friendly spots
- Stroller- and toddler-friendly venues with room to move
- Weekend and daytime timing that works around nap windows
- Kids-eat-here restaurants over date-night-only rooms
📅 This Weekend in New York, NY
Curated picks for July 17–19
Smorgasburg at Marsha P. Johnson Park
The ultimate open-air food market. Head there early Saturday to grab a peach-glazed donut or fresh corn elote before the heat peaks.
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Shakespeare in the Park
The quintessential NYC summer experience. Pack a light blanket and enjoy world-class theater under the stars at the Delacorte.
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☀️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
DAYDREAM | Air Becomes Art - Balloon Museum
Live at Balloon Museum NYC.
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Oh, Mary! at Lyceum Theatre
A sharp, hilarious dark comedy that's become the talk of Broadway. Perfectly air-conditioned for a humid Thursday afternoon.
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✨ New & Notable
Current buzz and seasonal highlights
Union Square Greenmarket Peach Season
It’s peak stone fruit season. Look for vendors like Locust Grove or Phillips Farms for the best Hudson Valley peaches, perfect for a summer snack.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within 3 hours
Art & Nature in Beacon, NY
Take the Metro-North up for a weekend of culture at Dia Beacon and hiking Mount Beacon. It's cooler by the river and feels worlds away from the city grind.
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Beachside Calm on Shelter Island
Escape the city humidity for a weekend of biking the quiet island roads and cooling off at Crescent Beach. Accessible via the Greenport ferry.
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🍸 Eat & Drink
Cool spots for a hot summer day
Dante NYC
The gold standard for a mid-afternoon Negroni. The Greenwich Village location offers a perfect breezy sidewalk vibe for people-watching.
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The Fulton
Jean-Georges’ seafood spot right on the East River. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer harbor breezes and stunning views of the Brooklyn Bridge.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in New York, NY with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include DAYDREAM | Air Becomes Art - Balloon Museum, Oh, Mary! at Lyceum Theatre, and Summer for the City at Lincoln Center. WonderKit refreshes this New York, NY guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in New York, NY?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in New York, NY, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in New York, NY this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in New York, NY" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in New York, NY. Updated daily.
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