Things to Do This Weekend in NYC with Kids
We’re back with another round-up of weekend activities for NYC families! Discover the best family-friendly activities and events happening in New York this weekend.
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Lyons Recreation Center Game On Teen Night
Kids between the ages of 14 and 18 are invited to join an exciting opportunity to meet new friends and engage in a variety of fun activities. Families will have the chance to explore and enjoy different board games, where they can test their skills, strategy, and teamwork.
Lyons Pool Recreation Center | Details
January 17, 7 pm – 8 pm
Dead as a Dodo
“Dead as a Dodo” is a captivating musical adventure that combines puppetry, humor, and impressive visual effects. The story follows two skeleton friends, a Dodo and a boy, who are trapped in the underworld, relentlessly digging for fresh bones to prevent their ancient forms from deteriorating and disappearing. One day, an extraordinary event occurs when the Dodo begins to sprout feathers, triggering a wave of transformation that disrupts the established order of the dead. As the Dodo transforms further, fear and chaos ensue, forcing the two friends to flee and fight to stay together amid an epic struggle between life and death.
Baruch Performing Arts Center | Details
Tuesdays – Saturdays, 7 – 8 pm
Saturdays and Sundays, 3 – 4 pm, through Feb. 9
The Museum of Modern Art Presents- Projects: Marlon Mullen
The Museum of Modern Art presents “Projects: Marlon Mullen,” the artist’s first major solo exhibition, highlighting his distinctive paintings that engage with the realm of art through the lens of magazines and art publications. For almost four decades at the NIAD Art Center in Richmond, California, Mullen has transformed glossy covers and pages into vibrant paintings, employing acrylic on canvas to reimagine and rearrange visual elements. His work skillfully blurs the boundaries between original imagery and artistic reinterpretation, inviting viewers to engage with contemporary art on his own terms.
The Museum of Modern Art | Details
through April 20, all day
Community Skate at The Park
Join fellow community members for an engaging 90-minute skate session at Northwell Presents The Park at UBS Arena. It’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate and have fun together. Parking is complimentary for guests attending Community Skate Days in the nearest parking areas, making it even more convenient.
UBS Arena | Details
Jan. 3 – Feb. 23, various
MLK Day of Service
Volunteers are invited to join the Urban Farm team in creating seed packets, an engaging activity that contributes to the farm’s community outreach. Participants will place seeds into packages and label them clearly, all while enjoying complimentary hot chocolate and light snacks. Each growing season, the Urban Farm distributes hundreds of these popular seed packets at its welcome table during weekend Open Hours, often resulting in a high demand that makes it challenging to keep the table stocked.
Visitors may find a variety of seeds, including rice, lotus, carrot, and lettuce, some of which are surplus seeds that were previously purchased, while others are carefully saved from the Urban Farm’s own plants. Those interested should be sure to register in advance and arrive early to sign in. The event takes place at the East Entrance of Icahn Stadium.
Icahn Stadium | Details
Jan. 18, 9:30 – 11:30 am & 12:30 – 2:30 pm
Superheroes of the Sky
Join Jim on a captivating walking tour as he shares his expertise while feeding Birds of Prey. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the incredible adaptations these magnificent creatures have developed to thrive in the wild. Families will have the chance to see and discover fascinating facts about the Bald Eagle, Turkey Vultures, owls, hawks, and more.
Sweetbriar Nature Center | Details
January 18, 11 am – noon
Musical Explorers Family
Join an engaging concert that takes children on a journey through global music. Internationally acclaimed singer Emeline Michel introduces Haitian song traditions, while award-winning artist Martha Redbone brings Southeastern songs and social dances to life. Beloved Musical Explorers artists Sbongiseni “Bongi” Duma and Tshidi Manye enchant audiences with South African Zulu music.
Carnegie Hall | Details
Jan. 18, noon – 1 pm & 3 – 4 pm
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