On February 13 and 14, the north hall of the Javits Center will turn into a wonderland of toys and fun for kids of all ages. While Toy Fair, the big trade industry show, is typically closed to the general public, its new sister show Play Fair is all about getting kids involved in the fun. The two days are jam-packed with exclusive toys, programming, and appearances by personalities such as Peppa Pig, the cast of Nickelodeon’s Game Shakers and Make It Pop, bestselling children’s author Jon Scieszka, and more.
To help you navigate the plethora of activities and celebs, here’s a sampling of the weekend’s highlights:
Hasbro’s Starbuilders Light Saber Training: “Star Wars” fans can become master Jedi at these training sessions on the main Toys “R” Us Stage. Saturday at 1pm, Sunday at 3:30pm.
The Nickelodeon Booth: Nick fans will go nuts at this sponsor’s elaborate booth set-up, featuring a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle obstacle course and meet-and-greets with beloved characters such as Dora, Saban’s Power Rangers Dino Super Charge, SpongeBob Squarepants, and more. All day Saturday and Sunday.
Meet author John Scieszka: John Scieszka, the bestselling author of The Stinky Cheese Man and The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, will discuss his Frank Einstein science book series for kids. His mainstage presentation will include experiments, explosions, and even robots, and afterwards Scieszka will sign copies of Frank Einstein. Saturday at 11:30pm; signing at 12:15.
Learn from a LEGO Master Builder: LEGO Master Builder Erik Varszegi will share his techniques with Toy Fair attendees during his Saturday presentation and following meet-and-greet. Plus, at the LEGO booth, young builders will be able to create the structures of their dreams at the LEGO Build Station and race cars at the LEGO race ramps. Saturday at 12:15pm
Play Fair will run from 9:30am-7pm on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $30 per morning or afternoon session (9:30am-1:30pm or 3-7pm); weekend experience passes are $145. Family four-packs for the same session are available for $110.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit playfairny.com!
