Question 1

What are the best free things to do with kids in NYC this weekend?

Accepted Answer

Every weekend NYC offers 100+ free family events. Top picks include library storytimes, museum free hours (CMOM, Brooklyn Children's Museum, AMNH pay-what-you-wish), park nature programs, and seasonal festivals. NYC Kids Week curates the best events and sends a free Thursday newsletter.

Question 2

What can I do with a toddler in NYC for free?

Accepted Answer

Free toddler activities in NYC include baby lapsit storytimes at 200+ library branches, sensory play programs, park playgrounds with sprinklers (summer), nature programs at Prospect Park and Central Park, and free museum hours for under-5s at many venues.

Things to Do With Kids in NYC This Weekend

Brain Games for Kids

Movie Monday - Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)

Chess Hour

Teen Art Cart

Playtime-Birth-Kg.

Ready Set Kindergarten

Build with Lego & Duplo

Kids Explore-Study Hall

Homework Help

Story and Craft

R.E.A.D to Tyler

NYPL Green: Earth Week!

Game On!

Innovation Stations: Robotics and Coding Workshop

Homework Help

Game On

Chess Class with Vladimir Mazo

Kids Create

Chess Workshop

Game Time for Kids

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