Your Awesome New York Kids Weekend: June 10-12

Your Awesome New York Kids Weekend: June 10-12

Get ready for another awesome weekend in NYC! Get your tickets for Blue Man Group, take your family to any of the fun events going on to celebrate Pride Month, or enjoy the beautiful nature in the city.

Are you looking for more fun activities to do with the family this spring? Check out NYC Spring Bucket List: The Ultimate Insiders Guide for Families

Get Tickets to Blue Man Group

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Blue Man Group is offering a Father’s Day discount!  Score 2 Tickets for $89!  Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter, and surprises. Ticket offer available on select performances through 2022.  Buy your Blue Man Group tickets today before this special deal expires 6/19!

Go to A Family Festival 

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Now that summer is almost here that means that carnivals and festivals are coming back in season! Whether you are looking to ride some carnival rides or are looking to listen to a concert or eat some delicious food, there is something for everyone at a family-friendly festival.

Celebrate Pride Month

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The start of June also means the start of Pride Month! Here in NYC, there are so many activities and events happening throughout the month that families can do to celebrate while also learning about the history of the LGBTQ+ community.

Grand Central Terminal x New York Transit Museum’s Building The Bronx 

New York Transit Museum Gallery Annex & Store | Details 

Learn more about ​​The Bronx and how the borough’s transit history has evolved! This exhibit is on display at Grand Central Terminal and will show how transit went from horses to railroads to the arrival of the subway and so much more that has been incorporated over the last 350 years. The New York Transit Museum will also be showcasing photographs and objects from its  extensive collections so guests can celebrate the cultural diversity of The Bronx.

Enjoy Nature Around NYC

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Here in NYC, there are places you can go where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Walk around to admire the beautiful views of the water and flowers or explore some of the many monuments and statues. Regardless of which escape you choose to go to, New Yorkers will have some time to relax and spend some quality time in nature.

Seaport Discovery: Exploring Our Waters with Eric Carle

South Street Seaport Museum, 12 Fulton Street, New York | Details

Designed specifically for children aged 2-7, this exhibit will have fun murals that families can look at that will also take you into Carle’s book A House for Hermit Crab and the cargo-ship adventures of 10 Little Rubber Ducks. Not only are there a ton of activities in store for visitors, but after going through the discovery room, you will also be able to explore the rest of the South Street Seaport Museum. This experience is $5 for ages 1-12 and free for accompanying adults.

Go Mini Golfing

Citywide | Details

Mini golf is a fun activity to do with the whole family this spring and summer! New Yorkers can indulge in some competitive fun at the many mini golf courses that are scattered around the city. 

Mickey & Friends x CAMP: An Extra Big Adventure

110 5th Avenue, Chelsea | Details

For all of the Disney fans, there is a fun experience coming to New York! Starting May 28th, guests can head over to CAMP to climb, zip, slide, bounce, dance, and work together to save the day of this Disney adventure. This experience is both interactive and larger than life, making it the perfect activity to do with the kids this weekend. Tickets start at $24 on weekdays and $38 on weekends  and advanced registration is required. 

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Cucu's PlayHouse

<div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Interactive, live-streaming music and movement class in Spanish for babies, toddlers and preschoolers!<br />Join us every day from Monday through Saturday at 1:30 pm EST to sing, dance and play together while learning Spanish from your home.</div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">This class is part of a Spanish Immersion Program where your child will be introduced to basic concepts like the animals, colors, numbers and letters. All of these through the universal language of Music. Each session is fun, interactive and engaging.<br />A selection of Children Songs in Spanish guides the class from start to finish. Activities are related to the lyrics, in order to familiarize the children with the words and their meanings. Some of the songs encourage the children to dance. Nilda uses puppets, musical instruments, and props to teach children basic vocabulary through action and interaction, rather than through translation.</div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"><br />The classes are streamed on Zoom's webinar platform. Participants (children, parents, nannies) are able to join the video from their homes and interact with us in real-time, it is a fun and engaging experience.</div>

The Wild Center

<p>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.<br /><br /></p> <p>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.<br /><br /></p> <p>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.<br /><br /></p> <p>The rest of the campus features more ways to explore. Check out Patrick Dougherty’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.</p>

Speakitaly NYC

<p>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.  Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>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… Who doesn’t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history & in the arts?</p> <p>Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor’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!"</p>