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

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

Kids Create : Earth Day Craft

Book Adventures: Earth Day Edition

Kids Game Night

After School Homework Help

School-Age Read Aloud

Books & BINGO: Spring!

S.T.E.A.M. Hour: Earth Day Slime

DIY Fabric Painting Series: Tote Bags (Online Registration Required)

NYPL Green: Pollinator Puppet-Making with Esther Crow

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