The Best Holiday Break Activities in NYC!

The Best Holiday Break Activities in NYC!

New York City kids are about to start their holiday break, which means they will be able to spend some much needed time relaxing, making memories with family, and just having fun! Make this holiday break worthwhile with these fun activities you can do around NYC.

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The PAW Patrol™ Experience at CAMP’s Hudson Yards

Suite up and get ready to help out your favorite pack of pups at The PAW Patrol Experience! Visit the CAMP Store at Hudson Yard to explore this one-of-a-kind shopping experience that your kids will love. Kids of all ages will explore different themed environments that are from PAW Patrol and will take part in a wide variety of games and activities.

Meatpacking District Holiday Light Display

For the first time ever, the Meatpacking District will be lighting up their cobblestone streets for the holiday season! Walk around the district with the family to find 10 different light displays that are made with colorful neon lights, larger-than-life snowmen and so much more.

Watch Sing 2

One of the most highly anticipated kids movies of the year will be hitting the big screen during the winter break! Sing 2 brings back Buster Moon and his all-star cast of performers as they get ready to take the stage at the entertainment capital of the world. The movie comes out everywhere on December 22nd and tickets are on sale now.

Sign up for A Holiday Break Camp

This break is a great time for kids to participate in some fun activities and signing them up for a camp is just a way to achieve that! All across the city, different companies and organizations are putting on holiday break camps that will suit all different kinds of interests your kids might have while keeping them occupied all week long.

The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays Music of Phish for Kids & More

Bring the kids to this family concert series that is sure to get them up and dancing! The Rock and Roll Playhouse puts on shows to target families with kids of all ages and gives them an experience that is not only fun, but also teaches them the history of rock music! The show will take place at Brooklyn Bowl on January 2nd at 12pm. Tickets are $15 for all guests, Children under 1 are free.

Stream Holiday Movies

Sometimes during the break, you and your kids are not going to want to leave the house, yet want to find something fun to do at home. The best way to have fun while also relaxing is by turning on your favorite streaming service and watching a holiday movie! Pick from the many holiday favorites and enjoy one last watch before the season is over.

Explore the LuminoCity Festival

This holiday lights art park is sure to add some much needed happiness to your holiday break. LuminoCity Festival is open until January 9th and gives your family the opportunity to take a self-guided tour of the many beautiful light sculptures. These larger than life light art displays are not only fun for kids to observe, but it also brings parents back to when they were kids and how they were enchanted by the thoughts of the holiday season.

Visit Lightscape at Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Explore the Brooklyn Botanic Garden like you never have before. Once the sun goes down, the magical lights of Lightscape illuminate the garden to celebrate the beauty of nature in winter. Not only are you able to admire the light displays but you will also be able to take a look at pieces from local artists. Lightscape is open until January 9th and tickets are $34 for adults and $18 for kids.

Donate to the CAMP x Ally Toy Vault

It’s the season of giving and there is no better time to teach your kids the importance of spreading kindness and giving back to their community. CAMP Stores are partnering with Ally for their 2nd annual CAMP x Ally Toy Vault! This interactive experience at the company’s 5th Avenue location allows your kids to purchase a toy from a preselect group that they will donate to the Toy Vault. Those toys will be distributed to organizations around the country that help children in need.

Color Me Mine

Color Me Mine Upper West Side proudly stands as a minority woman-owned studio, and we've been an integral part of the Color Me Mine franchise system since 2018! Pottery painting isn't just an activity; it's a captivating and inclusive experience that transcends age and skill levels. At Color Me Mine Upper West Side, we extend a warm invitation to dive into a realm of creativity, self-expression, and connection. Families, friends and teams grow stronger bonds when they create memories together, and at Color Me Mine, we're here to help facilitate those moments. Whether you're seeking a delightful family outing, a unique date night, or a solo adventure, our paint-your-own-pottery studio offers boundless possibilities. Step into our welcoming space in the heart of Lincoln Center and unleash your inner artist. Create unforgettable memories as you craft beautiful ceramic masterpieces to cherish for many years to come. Color Me Mine Upper West Side is also the preferred venue for celebrations of all kinds. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a baby or bridal shower, a team-building event, a gathering for college groups, an enriching field trip, or an adventure with scouts, we've got you covered. Our versatile space and passionate team provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories and fostering creativity in every guest. Join us at Color Me Mine Upper West Side, at 177 Amsterdam Avenue in New York City where every visit promises a fun journey of color, joy, and artistic exploration!

Speakitaly NYC

SPEAKITALY NYC offers stimulating and entertaining lessons for children 0 to 16 years through a wide combination of activities based on the communicative approach anchored in the Common European Framework of Reference: active learning (group work, role plays, etc.) and practice exercises aimed to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Kids will start speaking and using Italian in a very natural way.&nbsp; Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress.&nbsp; Our method is driven by a didactic method that is the result of constant updates, professional certifications and more than 10 years of experience in working with non-native speakers from different native languages and levels of knowledge. Our aim is to develop a range of Italian language skills while improving accuracy that will enable the students and participants to interact without stress or feeling rushed. We want to help those in the community really embrace not only the true culture in Italy but the Italian culture within New York City&hellip; Who doesn&rsquo;t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history &amp; in the arts? Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor&rsquo;s heritage and culture. Raffaella, the founder said: "We see language awareness and intercultural sensitivity as the milestones for an inclusive society. Italian, like all other languages, is an enrichment and a growth in every way. Vi aspettiamo!"

The Best Holiday Break Activities in NYC!