29 Jun Things to Do With Kids in NYC This Weekend

If you are looking for things to do with kids in NYC this weekend, then we’ve got the perfect round-up of activities and events taking place. Explore the best of what the city has to offer and create family-friendly memories that will last a lifetime.

July 4

Summer Social: July 4th!
The Tang Wing for American Democracy at The New York Historical, 170 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024
Free with Museum admission | Free admission 17 and under

Happy semiquincentennial! It’s the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States of America and we are marking the day with artmaking, games, live music, singing, and dancing. Come join us to reflect on 250 years of history and get ready to take on the next 250!

July 4

Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks
East River at the Brooklyn Bridge
Free

Celebrate Independence Day at New York City’s iconic Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. Marking its 50th anniversary, this year’s dazzling display will light up the sky above the Brooklyn Bridge and East River, featuring thousands of fireworks, live entertainment and patriotic celebrations.

July 4 & 5

Fleet Week NYC 2026
New York Harbor and locations citywide
Fee

Fleet Week NYC returns with a historic twist in 2026, moving to July as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. Visitors can tour naval vessels, meet service members, watch the spectacular Parade of Ships, and enjoy military demonstrations, cultural events, and waterfront festivities. This year’s event will coincide with the Sail4th 250 celebration, bringing tall ships and naval vessels from around the world to New York Harbor for a once-in-a-generation maritime spectacle.

July 4 & 5

Family Art Project: Blossom Up Your Garden Flag
Wave Hill, 4900 Independence Avenue (at West 249th Street), Bronx, NY 10471
With admission

Which flower represents you? Make your own pigments with flowers like yellow marigolds and crimson hibiscus. Then, grab your brush and use the paint you made to create decorative garden flags. At 11:30am families can enjoy a storytime program in the Gund Theater, all ages welcome.

July 4 & 5 (+ 6 & 7)

Celebrating America’s 250 at Intrepid Museum
Intrepid Museum, Pier 86, W 46th St and 12th Ave, New York , NY 10036
Free with admission

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the Intrepid Museum, July 3–7, 2026! Throughout the weekend, enjoy musical performances and explore a variety of military displays, activities, and demonstrations from the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Naval Research, and more.

For more things to do with kids in NYC this weekend and beyond, please check out other events by visiting our calendar >>

Please always check ahead with the venue/organizer for each event to make sure there are no cancelations.

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(Updated June 29, 2026)