The sharks are taking center stage at the New York Aquarium this summer during Shark Party, a brand new, multi-week, family-friendly event featuring educational presentations, live entertainment, and hands-on activities dedicated to these remarkable ocean dwellers. Partygoers get to spend the day with 5,000 incredible...
Planning ahead for the school year? Here's a helpful look at the 2025–2026 NYC Department of Education (DOE) school calendar so you can stay on top of holidays, breaks, and important dates throughout the academic year. General info: This calendar applies to all NYC public schools...
With NYC in the grip of another heatwave, finding a place to cool down can feel like a challenge - but there's one elevated escape that’s beating the heat in style: the High Line. According to a new study by Climate Central, as reported by Fast...
Ready, Set, Splash! New York City is eagerly gearing up for summer fun: more than 50 outdoor pools across the five boroughs open their gates on Friday, June 27, 2025, welcoming families and swimmers of all ages for free daily dips – just in time to...
Even when school is out, anyone who’s 18 years old or younger can still enjoy breakfast and lunch! The 2025 Free Summer Meals Program is here for everyone all across New York City, and it's totally free. NYC families can find meals at specific places...
Pier 57’s Discovery Tank at Hudson River Park is a vibrant, interactive learning hub perfect for curious kids and families in NYC. Located in the heart of Chelsea at 25 11th Avenue, it’s free and open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. What is the Discovery Tank? A technology-powered gallery and...
Streaming Now through July 4, 2025 TADA! Youth Theater, a unique Drama Desk award-winning nonprofit youth theater, presents a virtual event to watch its most recent live production via online streaming. TADA!'s original musical production of Game Changers, the second show of TADA!’s 40th Anniversary season,...
The six-week summer arts camp runs from July 1 to August 8 for youth aged 4-13 Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching youth about dance, music, and the culture of the African Diaspora for over 24 years, has announced the return...
Pride Month in New York City bursts with family‑focused events designed to educate, inspire, and celebrate diversity. Here are the top free or low‑cost kid‑friendly events you can attend this June: 1. Inclusive Pride Family Day: Celebrate YOU! When: Sunday, June 22, 1 – 4 pm Where: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space...
Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Time: 6pm–9pm Location: Fifth Avenue from 82nd to 110th Street Cost: Free Each year, New York City families get a rare treat: the chance to visit some of the city’s most famous museums for free — all in one evening. The Museum Mile Festival...