Nintendo Summer of Play Tour Races to NYC

The Nintendo Summer of Play Tour Pops Up in Manhattan

Nintendo is celebrating family summer gaming during The Nintendo Summer of Play tour! Various cities across the U.S. will get the chance to participate in this free event, and this weekend it’s our turn when the tour comes to New York City.

Guests will get to explore the worlds created by Nintendo Switch games through a variety of summer-themed activities like the chance to play Nintendo Switch games, photo ops with beloved characters, and the opportunity to win prizes!

Play games, including the new The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate, and Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze while sitting in a barrel on either a Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Light, or the new Nintendo Switch OLED.

There are activities for the little ones as well like putting together a large puzzle on a magnetic board and playing with spinning blocks featuring some of your favorite (and not so favorite) characters.

During the event, families are invited to take pictures around the campfire with Isabelle and Tom Nook from the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game, in front of an oversized garden scene from the upcoming Pikmin™ 4 game (launching July 21), and more.

With plenty of staff around that are all too happy to take photos of you and your crew, no one will be left out of the summer memories that you are sure to make.

When visiting The Nintendo Summer of Play tour, you will receive a free Nintendo Summer of Play passport, which will be stamped after participating in various activities.

Take a picture with Pikachu? That’s a stamp! Play an exhilarating round of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? That’s a stamp! Complete all six missions and you are on your way to the Nintendo Switch crane machine to try your luck at picking up Nintendo goodies.

But everyone’s a winner: even if you don’t get a prize from the machine, you’ll come away with a Mario, Luigi, or Princess Peach crown to wear (while supplies last).

For checking in with My Nintendo at the event, Nintendo Account holders will also receive a free gift (while supplies last) and 100 My Nintendo™ Platinum Points to redeem for fun rewards on my.nintendo.com.

Plus, if you’re looking to bring the fun of the Nintendo Summer of Play tour home, you’ll receive a special GameStop coupon (while supplies last), which gives you $10 off a purchase of $75 or more on select Nintendo video games and accessories.

If you ever wondered what you would look like in a hat and mustache like Mario, this is your chance to find out. Stop by the Play Nintendo Mushroom Kingdom Yourself Photobooth for a digital keepsake where you can alter your photo and see yourself transformed into Mario, Luigi, Wario, Princess Peach, or Bowser.

Remember, The Nintendo Summer of Play Tour is here this weekend only! Don’t miss out on this unique and immersive opportunity to experience the world of Nintendo Switch like never before.

Where is the Nintendo Summer of Play tour?

The Nintendo Summer of Play tour is an indoor experience located at 60 10th Avenue at the corner of 14th Street and 10th Avenue in the Meatpacking District.

What are the dates and hours of the Nintendo Summer of Play tour?

Thursday, June 29, 12-8pm; Friday and Saturday, June 30 and July 1, 10am-8pm; Sunday, July 2, 11am-7pm.

For more information visit www.nintendo.com/events/play-events and follow @NintendoAmerica on Instagram and Twitter.

Psst… Pop in the City, the bounciest pop up of the summer, pops back into Manhattan this year! Here’s how you can get in on the fun.

New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes

Summer Game Camp There are many who do not feel safe sending their children back out into the world with summer camp, this year. To serve those parents and keep the children connected and stimulated during this challenging time, we are offering NYSP Digital Summer Camp. The name of the game with NYSP Summer Camp is community. We have made a large effort to make our camp feel like a living space, with features including &ndash; - Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers! - Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more! - Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch! - A digital campus! - Moderated chat hours! &nbsp; Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more! Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm &nbsp; Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons &amp; Dragons No experience is required to join one of our Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our game masters have pre-made character sheets, so you'll be able to start playing the game right away! We adapt the rules of traditional Dungeons &amp; Dragons to make them more approachable to children of various ages. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop!&nbsp; &nbsp; Public games meet once per week, with different groups every time. Private games meet 1 to 2 times per week with the same group of kids. Since the players and the storyteller in the group are consistent, this enables us to tell epic tales of adventure together! &nbsp; Dungeons &amp; Dragons Junior No experience is required to join one of our drop-in Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our Dungeons &amp; Dragons Jr. game provides a D&amp;D storytelling experience without character sheets. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop! A great way to introduce young children to D&amp;D so they can eventually move onto the main game.

Advantage QuickStart Tennis

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The Wild Center

The Wild Center, nestled within the breathtaking landscape of New York's Adirondack Park, offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature. As visitors approach the Center, they are greeted by the Adirondack Mountains towering in the distance, setting the stage for an immersive adventure. Upon entering the 34,000-square-foot exhibit hall, guests are enveloped in a world of wonder and discovery. Interactive exhibits like Planet Adirondack and Climate Solutions invite exploration, allowing visitors to delve into the rich biodiversity of the Adirondack region. The indoor experience also includes an opportunity to soar on Birdly--a one-of-a-kind VR experience. Also, get up close with an animal ambassador during one of many live animal encounters throughout the day. In addition to its indoor exhibits and programs, the Wild Center also boasts 115-acres of extensive outdoor amenities. One of the highlights in the award-winning Wild Walk. Visitors walk up a trail of bridges to the treetops of the Adirondack forest, 40 feet off the ground. Along the way, interactive exhibits provide insights into the flora and fauna that call the Adirondacks home, from songbirds to black bears. The rest of the campus features more ways to explore. Check out Patrick Dougherty&rsquo;s Stickwork sculpture, an all natural installation of woven sticks that will spark your imagination and nostalgia. Immerse yourself in Forest Music, take a naturalist-lead canoe trip, or get your roll on with Raquette River Roll, a brand-new, oversized, all-natural ball run experience opening in June 2024.