4 Family-Friendly International Yoga Day Events In NYC

The third annual International Yoga Day is June 21, so lay down your yoga mat and get moving! Keep calm and breathe on with the kids at these family-friendly yoga events happening around NYC.

Solstice in Times Square

On the longest day of the year, channel your inner calm with this free event in Times Square! Solstice in Times Square: Mind Over Madness Yoga presented by Aerie will include classes will be taught by Douglass Steward, Catherine Gignac, Jen Lobo, and more. Each person is allowed to attend one class, and classes run all day from 7:30am to 8:30pm. Yoga mats and water will be provided along with other freebies. Tickets are free but registration is required. Children must be at least 10 years old and accompanied by a guardian. timessquarenyc.org

Yoga and Meditation Sessions at Battery Park

Need some yoga before the official International Yoga Day of the year? The Consulate General of India will present a celebration of International Yoga Day on Monday, June 19 at Castle Clinton in Battery Park from 5 to 8:30pm. Free 30-minute yoga and meditation sessions will be led by the Hindu Temple of North America, Mallakhamb Federation, Urban Yogis, and more. A performance by the band Butterthief will conclude the event. Admission is free but registration is encouraged. nyc.com

Yoga Session with Yoga Masters

Join the UN for The International Day of Yoga on June 20 for a special yoga session on the North Lawn of the UN premises. Swami Sivadasananda of Sivananda Yoga Retreat and Swami Chidananda Saraswati and Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati of Parmarth Niketan will lead the yoga session. There will also be a musical yoga performance and special yogic meals will be served. pminewyork.org

Conversation on Yoga for the Health

Come listen to a panel of experts discuss the importance of yoga for health! Speakers include Dr. Nata Menabde, Executive Director of the World Health Organization in New York, Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji and Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswatiji of Parmarth Niketan of Rishikesh, India, Anupam Kher, an Indian actor, among others. The event will be held in the ECOSOC Chamber in the UN Headquarters in New York on June 21 from 10:30am to 12:30pm. pminewyork.org

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Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

Monstrous Family fun returns with Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort! &nbsp; The signature children&rsquo;s Halloween event kicks off October 3rd&nbsp;when the Park transforms into a bewitching party filled with candy, seasonal shows, and Halloween themed LEGO characters. The event runs on all operating dates in October, with all festivities included in general admission. Meet LEGO Monster characters like Spider Lady and Wacky Witch and make your way to the treat stations around the Park. Don&rsquo;t forget your costumes! &nbsp; New for 2024: Monster Party Nights at LEGOLAND New York Hotel! Book a Brick-or-Treat overnight package in October to enjoy extra sweet Halloween-themed fun after a day in the Park. Hotel guests will have the opportunity to eat breakfast with a Monster, participate in themed crafts and LEGO builds, rock out at the Monster Dance Party each night, and more! &nbsp; AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort, the ultimate LEGO&reg; theme park destination, for kids ages two through twelve and their families. Ride, climb, and build your way through seven LEGO themed lands. &nbsp;

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

At The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurt, we specialize in unique, educational classes that revolve around active play. We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst to find the one that&rsquo;s just right for your child.&nbsp;

British Swim School - Manhattan

The premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults.&nbsp; British Swim School uses gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School&rsquo;s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Come see the British Swim School difference!