Your Awesome New York Kids Weekend: May 6-8

Your Awesome New York Kids Weekend
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Your Awesome New York Kids Weekend: May 6 – 8

Get ready for another awesome weekend! Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Janes’ Carousel, get tickets for Stranger Things: The Experience, or bring your kids to visit Legoland New York.

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

Reserve A Table for Mother’s Day Brunch

Citywide | Details

This Mother’s Day, make the women in your life feel special by taking them out to a nice brunch! Whether you are looking for a laid back atmosphere or are looking to get all dressed up and have a fancy outing, take advantage of the many Mother’s Day specials that restaurants are offering this year!

Get Tickets to Stranger Things: The Experience

Duggal Greenhouse at the Brooklyn Navy Yard | Details

Calling all Stranger Things fans! You are not going to want to miss this awesome experience opening this weekend in Brooklyn. Guests will have the opportunity to bring this TV show to life by traveling through some of the most iconic places. Stranger Things: The Experience will be open through July 17th and tickets can be purchased on their website.

Play Games at A Kid-Friendly Arcade

Citywide | Details

If you are looking for a fun inside atmosphere, try visiting an arcade! There are many kid-friendly locations around the city where kids can play some fun games and maybe even win a prize or two that they can bring home!

Try A New Pizza Spot

Citywide | Details

We all know as New Yorkers that our pizza is some of the best. Yes there is probably a pizza place located on every corner in the city, but have you ever wondered where you can get some of the best pizza? Spend the day trying out new pizza spots and hopefully you will find one that you can make your regular spot.

Celebrate The 100th Anniversary of Jane’s Carousel

Dock St. Entrance at Brooklyn Bridge Park | Details

Jane’s Carousel has been a staple for many New Yorkers throughout the summer and now you can celebrate how it has continued to bring joy to visitors for 100 years! In order to commemorate this special day, guests will be able to get free carousel rides and face painting from 11am-6pm. 

Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace

The Rink at Rockefeller Center | Details

From now until October 2022 families will be able to skate on the Rockefeller Center Rink- but maybe not how you think you might skate.  Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace will be transforming the iconic rink into a rollerskating rink and will bring families back to 1979 when the rink first opened! Make sure to grab your tickets online to boogie the night away!

Visit  A Pop-Up Shop

Citywide | Details

Pop-Up shops are a fun activity to do with the entire family and are sure to make the day feel a little more special! Whether you are looking for a pop-up where you can shop and check out new products or one where you can tour different exhibits and displays, there is a shop around NYC for everyone to enjoy.

Visit Legoland

One Legoland Blvd, Goshen, NY | Details

Experience a whole new world when you take your kids to Legoland New York! Spend some time exploring the seven different lands within the theme park and try out all of the attractions and food they have to offer. If you are looking to make this trip a multiple day affair, book a stay at the resort’s own hotel and continue with all of the Lego fun!

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Studio E Art Classes

<p>Art, drawing, illustration, painting, and pottery.  Studio E Art Classes for ages 2 ½ to adult offers a creative space to find joy and rest in the creative arts. 7-week sessions are available for all classes, or just drop into a class to give it a try.</p> <p>Studio E Art is a great place to schedule a birthday party, celebration, scout troop activity, fundraiser and more.  Summer camps for children and tweens are available for half or full day in art or pottery.</p> <p>Find a complete list of classes, descriptions, and times on our <a href="https://studioeartclass.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>, or give us a call at 631-744-4001</p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-bc02a8ce-7fff-3ce7-fefb-13163f0a79b6"></span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-2e621915-7fff-f490-fe96-ea466c05ebda"></span></span></p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-eef1d235-7fff-f52c-632b-0a2c03581014"></span></p>

Chickenshed NYC

<p style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1.3em; margin-top: 0px; caret-color: #515151; color: #515151; font-family: nimbus-sans, sans-serif;">Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that began in the UK in 1974. Chickenshed NYC is a young organization bringing that same ethos and unique methodology to the USA. Chickenshed’s mission is to create entertaining and outstanding theatre that celebrates diversity and inspires positive change.</p> <p style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1.3em; margin-top: 0px; caret-color: #515151; color: #515151; font-family: nimbus-sans, sans-serif;">Chickenshed's model of Inclusive Theatre is based in the belief that everyone can flourish when everyone is included. At Chickenshed everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and together we produce remarkable theatre. We want to break down barriers between people to create a world without labels and where differences no longer divide. At Chickenshed, support is given to those who need it, and given by those who can . We believe that creative activities, self-expression and performance should be available to anyone who has the desire, no matter their background or circumstances. We know that when everyone has the opportunity to shine, amazing things happen.</p> <p style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1.3em; margin-top: 0px; caret-color: #515151; color: #515151; font-family: nimbus-sans, sans-serif;">Chickenshed NYC provides programming for little ones, children and youth through semester-long activities and performances.</p>

BAMkids

<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">BAMkids presents adventurous art and ideas for young audiences, igniting the imaginations of creative kids ages 3—11 with a fun and engaging lineup of workshops, movie matinees, and live performances from around the world.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{"><span style="background-color: #ffffff;">BAM Education connects learning with creativity, engaging imagination by encouraging self-expression through programs for students, teachers, and audiences of all ages. Explore the programs on their website to learn more about their opportunities for creative online engagement!</span></span></p>