24 Aug 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.

August 29

Making Moves: Community Art Party on the High Line
On the High Line at 14th Street
Free

Join us for a creative energy boost at Making Moves, a community art party. Dance on the High Line to a live DJ lineup with Saint James Joy and more, move with New Victory Theater, and groove alongside collaborative art activities led by High Line Teaching Artists. Explore hands-on activities with community partner Infirnity, or simply vibe to the music. Kids and adults alike can enjoy the creative magic – there is something for everyone.

August 29

MOCACREATE: Qixi for You & Me with Teaching Artist Yu Rong
Museum of Chinese in America, 215 Centre Street, New York, NY 10013
Free with admission

We’re celebrating Qixi, the most romantic holiday on the Chinese Lunar Calendar. On this night, Niulang and Zhinü, the cowherd and weaver girl, are able to meet for just one night. Learn to weave just like Zhinü, and make a beautiful bridge to help us reunite the starry lovers!

August 29 & 30

Family Art Project: Rolling Out the Landscape
Wave Hill, 4900 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
With admission

Experience Wave Hill’s seasonal landscape through sketching and painting. Then, transform your scenic art into a scroll that can be unfurled whenever you wish. At 11:30am families can enjoy a storytime program in the Gund Theater. All ages welcome.

August 30

Kosher Wonderland at the Jewish Children’s Museum
Jewish Children’s Museum, 792 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Museum Admission ($19 per child $17 per adult)

Back by popular demand. Step into a magical world of giant treats and kosher adventures! Kids will explore kosher food and brachos through hands-on stations and whimsical scenes. This limited-time summer 2026 exhibit brings Jewish learning to life in a fairytale setting—don’t miss the fun! A deliciously fun journey for the whole family!

August 30

Corn Fest at Queens County Farm Museum
Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Queens, NY 11004
Free

Come celebrate the grand opening of the Amazing Maize Maze at Corn Fest! The event will be jam packed with a-maize-ing activities, games, and food that will delight visitors of all ages. The maze will be open for its first explorers with ticketed access!

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 August 24, 2026)