Best Things to Do in New York City – Events & Attractions

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The five boroughs of New York have it all: amazing restaurants, incredible theater, awesome street fairs, championship sports teams, can’t-miss attractions and year-round events. Here’s how to make the most of your trip to NYC.

🔹 ManhattanTimes Square, Chelsea Piers, Hudson Yards, Rockefeller Center, Broadway, Chinatown, K-Town, Madison Square Garden, The High Line, Little Italy, Ellis Island / The Statue of Liberty, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Roosevelt Island, Central Park, Battery Park, The Plaza New York, The Shops at Columbus Circle, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, World Trade Center Oculus, Empire State Building, Delmonico’s, Eataly, Solstice in Times Square (yoga), St. Patrick’s Cathedral, The Museum of Modern Art, The Intrepid Museum, the American Museum of Natural History, Children’s Museum of Manhattan, National Museum of Mathematics, the Museum of Ice Cream, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, NYC Village Halloween Parade, The Feast of San Gennaro, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
🔹 Staten Island – Staten Island Zoo, Historic Richmond Town, Staten Island Children’s Museum, Staten Island Museum, Chinese Scholar’s Garden at the Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, South Beach, The Interpretive Center at Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve,Staten Island Ferry
🔹 Brooklyn – Luna Park, Coney Island, New York Aquarium, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Williamsburg, Barclays Center, L&B Spumoni Gardens, Brooklyn Bridge Park
🔹 The Bronx –
Yankee Stadium, Bronx Zoo, Arthur Avenue, Arthur Avenue Market, New York Botanical Garden, Bronx Children’s Museum, The Hip Hop Museum (opening 2026), The Bronx Beer Hall, Wave Hill gardens 
🔹 Queens –
CitiField, Museum of the Moving Image, Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens Botanical Garden, Queens Museum, Louis Armstrong House, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens Night Market

Whether you’re searching for “things to do in NYC this weekend,” kid-friendly activities or seasonal events, we’ve got you covered. Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings and plan your perfect New York adventure!

Best Things to Do in New York City

Head to NYC for A Week of Sea, Air and Space Fun During Kids Week

The Intrepid museum’s weeklong program will teach 'em where to find science in their everyday lives.

How to Get 2-For-1 Tickets to Off-Broadway Shows This Month

On the heels of special deals offered during Broadway Week and Kids Night on Broadway, you can now score another 2-for-1 deal during NYC...

Get Great Deals on Broadway Shows with Kids’ Night

Buy one adult ticket and get a kid ticket totally free.

Bumper Cars on Ice Are Back at Bryant Park

If you’ve never bundled up the kids for a wintry day in NYC, now’s the time to do it. The super popular Bumper Cars...

It’s a Huge Month For Discounts in NYC. Here’s How to Take Advantage of The Deals

The holiday season is always a popular time to visit NYC - but January is also pretty great thanks to the many deals on...

It’s Time to Get Your 2-for-1 Broadway Week Tickets

Broadway tickets don’t have to break the bank this season, check out these two for the price of one and free kids deals!

Where to Take a Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride In and Around New Jersey

The thought of riding in a carriage pulled by a horse reminds us of a Hallmark movie. There are a few spots in the...

The Ultimate Guide to Holiday Attractions in NJ, NY and PA

From glittering lights and vintage train rides to holiday markets and decked out Christmas homes, we've rounded up the season’s best happenings in New...

Our Mega Guide to Holiday Lights in New Jersey

'Tis the season for holiday lights! Whether you're looking for a drive-through experience with millions of lights or want to stroll through a spectacular...

‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show’ Is Worth a Trip Into NYC With Your Littles

Chances are, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle is a staple on your toddler's bookshelf. If your child is obsessed with the classic...

Big Apple Circus Returns to NYC With a 9-Week Holiday Run

If you plan to visit Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, Union Square or especially Columbus Circle during the holiday season, add the Big Apple Circus...

Broadway Announces First-Ever New Jersey Night

Seeing a Broadway show is always special—but next month, theatergoers will have extra reason to cheer when the Broadway League hosts its first-ever New...

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  • Adapt/Evolve

    Adapt/Evolve at FIT Art and Design Gallery

    FIT Art and Design Gallery 227 W 27th St, New York, NY, United States

    Adapt/Evolve is a multidisciplinary exhibition at the FIT Art and Design Gallery that considers various approaches to designing for accessibility as well as adaptive design’s relationship to culture and society. […]

    Free
  • Blank Canvas

    Blank Canvas

    Katie Murphy Amphitheater | Fred P. Pomerantz Art and Design Center 300 7th Avenue, New York, United States

    The Spring 2025 Fashion Design AAS Exhibition, titled "Blank Canvas," empowers students to showcase their technical expertise and artistic vision. "Blank Canvas" illuminates the intersection of craftsmanship and creativity. The […]

    Free
  • JUST DESSERTS: A Musical Bake-Off!

    AMT Theater 354 West 45 St., New York, NY, United States

    JUST DESSERTS: A Musical Bake-Off follows five contestants battling it out for baking glory—with songs, sass, and surprises baked right in. While characters in the show compete onstage for “Best […]

  • Shark Week 2025

    Shark Week 2025 at THE BEAST Midtown

    THE BEAST Midtown is partnering with Discovery’s Shark Week for exclusive giveaways, deals, and nonstop thrills from July 20 to 26. Open Tuesdays to Sundays (closed Mondays) from 11 am […]

    $34
  • Winter Break Fun at Nanuet Town Centre

    Nanuet Town Centre 5101 Fashion Drive, Nanuet, NY, United States

    Families looking for ways to keep kids entertained during Winter Break can head to Nanuet Town Centre for a full week of free indoor activities. Monday, February 16 1-4 pm […]

  • S’Cool Sounds Percussion Workshop

    Staten Island Children’s Museum - Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M , Staten Island, NY, United States

    This is a hands-on introduction to rhythmic traditions from around the world. This workshop will focus on handheld percussion. Attendees will learn to play different rhythms using key musical elements. […]

    included with admission
  • BubbleMania: Science, Art & Comedy! with Casey Carle

    Staten Island Children’s Museum - Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M , Staten Island, NY, United States

    This high-energy stage show combines his eye-popping skills with fun science … from fog-filled bubble sculptures and gobs of funky foam to cube-shaped bubbles and bubbles that trap a human […]

    included with admission
  • The Art of a Healthy Smile

    Staten Island Children’s Museum - Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M , Staten Island, NY, United States

    Marcia Greene, DDS, teaches children about healthy dental habits and leads a creative art project inspired by teeth.

    included with admission
  • Zumba Kids

    Staten Island Children’s Museum - Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M , Staten Island, NY, United States

    Zumba Kids classes bring high-energy fun with kid-friendly routines inspired by original Zumba choreography. An instructor will break down the steps, add games, and create an engaging, active experience.  

    included with admission
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