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What's better than rooting for the Yankees as the sun sets over home plate at Yankee Stadium?
46 Best Things To Do in The Bronx with Kids: Why You Should Visit the Boogie Down
Don't sleep on the Bronx the next time you're searching for a kid-friendly outing.
The Bronx Zoo is full of amazing animals and surprises await around every bend of its sprawling grounds.
See Bronx Zoo Like a Local: Top Tips for a Great Visit with Kids
Get the most out of your Bronx Zoo visit with insider tips from a true Bronx local.
Beautiful murals and stunning hands-on exhibits inspired by its home borough welcome visitors at the long-awaited Bronx Children's Museum.
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Inside the New Bronx Children's Museum Now Open in the South Bronx
The long-awaited museum gives Bronx residents its first dedicated children's museum.
The New York Botanical Garden is an iconic living museum where kids can run free and explore. Photo courtesy of NYBG
10 Things to Love About the New York Botanical Garden
Worth the visit any time of year, the NYBG is one of NYC's greenest treasures.
Colorful murals pay homage to the famed Arthur Avenue and its starring roll in pop culture.
Exploring Arthur Avenue: The Bronx's Own Little Italy
For a taste of NYC's "real" Little Italy, you've got to head north.
Grab a picnic and head to Owl's Head Park for the lush green grass! Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
10 Must-Visit Underrated NYC Parks
Looking for some fresh air and wide-open spaces? Try these off-the-beaten-path parks.
The splash pad at Crotona Park includes geysers that shoot straight up, as well as gentle misters for little kids.
Bronx Water Playgrounds and Sprinklers to Cool Off the Kids
Find relief from summer's heat at these water playgrounds in the Bronx.
Play sailor at the island's Nautical Museum.
City Island with Kids: Best Things to Do on This Bronx Isle
Explore NYC's very own nautical village with kids.
Wave Hill with Kids: Nature-Inspired Family Fun in Riverdale
Make a day of this gorgeous, all-encompassing garden-arts-nature preserve.
Rocket Park Mini Golf is an outdoor miniature golf course with nine themed holes that introduces visitors to rocket science concepts. Photo courtesy of NYSCI
12 Places to Play Mini Golf in NYC for Families
NYC boasts plenty of putt-putt spots for city families to play together.
Pelham Bay Park's shady paths are great for scooting, biking, walking, or running.
Pelham Bay Park with Kids: Bike, Hike, Play in the Sand
Get to the Bronx for swimming, sports, and miles of shady cycling and hiking trails.
Let your kids loose to run free on the hiking trails right here in NYC. Photo by Sara M.
Family-Friendly Hiking Trails in NYC to Tackle This Fall
NYC is home to several great family-friendly hiking trails perfect for an autumn stroll.
The NYBG Holiday Train Show is a winter wonderland with enchanting trains and twinkling cityscapes. Photo by the author
All Aboard for These Fun Holiday Train Shows in NYC: NYBG Train Show, Grand Central, and More
From Grand Central to the NYBG and beyond, here's where to see tiny trains this season.
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Beautiful murals and stunning hands-on exhibits inspired by its home borough welcome visitors at the long-awaited Bronx Children's Museum.
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Inside the New Bronx Children's Museum Now Open in the South Bronx
The long-awaited museum gives Bronx residents its first dedicated children's museum.
Grab an outside table on a warm night at Salvatore’s of Soho, located near Wave Hill in the Bronx.
Best Family Restaurants Near the Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden
Kid-friendly spots to grab a bite before or after your trip to the zoo or park.
Pelham Bay Park's shady paths are great for scooting, biking, walking, or running.
Pelham Bay Park with Kids: Bike, Hike, Play in the Sand
Get to the Bronx for swimming, sports, and miles of shady cycling and hiking trails.
Wave Hill with Kids: Nature-Inspired Family Fun in Riverdale
Make a day of this gorgeous, all-encompassing garden-arts-nature preserve.
Orchard Beach Playground is right on the beach!
Orchard Beach with Kids: Swimming, Playgrounds, Sports, and Sun
Swim, play, stroll, and have fun in the sun at Orchard Beach, the only beach in the Bronx.
Starlight Park in the Bronx Reopens After a Stunning Renovation
As a Bronx resident, I can say from firsthand experience that we don't get as many fancy...
Top Seasonal Fun in the Bronx
Walk past stunning lanterns and through tunnels of light at the Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights.
Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights Take Visitors on an After-Dark Safari This Season
The Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights take visitors on a wonder-filled safari full of seasonal treats. READ MORE 
See model trains zooming through a botanical wonderland at the NYBG Holiday Train Show. Photo by Robert Benson Photography/courtesy of the NYBG
NYBG Holiday Train Show: What To Know Before You Go with Kids
The NYBG is luminous during the holidays thanks to these beautiful displays. READ MORE 
Orchard Beach Playground is right on the beach!
Orchard Beach with Kids: Swimming, Playgrounds, Sports, and Sun
Swim, play, stroll, and have fun in the sun at Orchard Beach, the only beach in the Bronx. READ MORE 
See the whimsical snowflake-covered paths and brightly lit trees at NYBG Glow through January 9, 2021.
NYBG Glow Brings Playful Holiday Lights Installation to the Bronx
See the garden in a whole new light this season. READ MORE 
The Green-Wood Cemetery has gorgeous cherry blossoms and amazing views. Photo by Amy Nieporent
Best Places To See Cherry Blossoms in NYC
NYC's flowering cherry trees are an annual delight of spring: Here's where to see them. READ MORE 
The spectacular ropes course at WildPlay Jones Beach gives climbers thrilling views of the beach. Photo by Diana Kim
Unleash the Fun on These Jaw-Dropping Zip Lines and Ropes Courses near NYC
Release your inner daredevil at these treetop-skimming parks. READ MORE 

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Blood Manor isn't for the faint of heart—or those under age 14—as it serves up some serious scares. Photo courtesy of Union Square Advertising
Creepy and Cool Teen-Approved Halloween Events in NYC
Teens deserve their own fun on the season's spookiest holiday.
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There's plenty of free fun to be had when we team up with Brooklyn Bridge Parents to host Playtopia at Atlantic Antic on Sunday. Photo courtesy of Playtopia at Atlantic Antic
Playtopia at Atlantic Antic, Blessing of the Animals, and More Things To Do this Weekend
Mommy Poppins throws a party Sunday, and we've got picks for a full weekend of fun here.
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Jack Skellington and friends are back at the New York Botanical Garden for another seasonal run after dark. Photo by author
Step Into Halloween Town with NYBG’s Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
Kids and adults alike get a kick out of this after-dark attraction at NYBG.
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Hit The High Line in costume to celebrate all things creepy and crawly on Saturday, October 25. Photo by Liz Ligon/courtesy of The High Line
Top Free Halloween Events in NYC in 2025: BAMBoo!, Great PUPkin, Labubu Fest, and More
Here's the best treat of all: A roundup of totally FREE Halloween events for families in NYC.
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When it's too hot to skate, CityPickle's transforms Wollman Rink into a pickleball paradise. Photo by Jody Mercier
Serve Up Some Fun Playing Pickleball, Tennis, and Pingpong in NYC
Kids can break a sweat and a smile at these paddle sports spots in NYC.
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The Children's Aid Society provides free and low-cost after-school classes to kids in New York City.
Free and Cheap After-School Classes in NYC for Kids
Affordable after-school programs do exist is NYC. Find them here.
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