Spotlight Queens
The TWA Hotel makes JFK a worthy destination for fun things to do in Queens. Photo by the author
Best of Queens, NY: 47 Things To Do in NYC's Largest, Most Diverse Borough
Enjoy all the family-friendly fun this cultural melting pot has to offer.
A top Queens playground, Paul Raimonda Playground offers sprinklers, climbing, and shady seating. Photo by author
The Best Playgrounds in Queens
There's a playground for everyone in Queens, from a modern ropes web to an kid-sized Ferris wheel.
Connected Worlds mesmerizes children with its interactive features and fun animations.
Visiting NYSCI with Kids: Guide to the Best Things To Do and See
This Queens science spot is worth traveling to.
An Andean bear cub gets his bearings on a branch. Photo by Julie Larsen Maher/courtesy of WCS
Queens Zoo: Full of Surprises for Little and Big Kids
Families will find that this small zoo packs a punch.
LIC Welcomes Playday, an Art Center for Kid Creators
The new Queens spot is even worthy of a trip from another borough.
Play under the iconic Pepsi Cola sign. Photo by Sidney Ng
45 Fun Things to Do with Kids in Long Island City, Queens
Head to the family-friendly Queens neighborhood of Long Island City for loads of waterfront fun and...
The iconic Unisphere is always a draw. Photo by Julienne Schaer for NYCgo
Top 35 Things to Do in Flushing, Queens with Kids
We've rounded up the top things to do, including parks, pools, and play spaces.
Queens Botanical Garden: Festivals, Classes, and Family Fun
Turns out, there is no "prime" season, because there's always something happening at this Queens...
Part garden, part outdoor art museum, Socrates Sculpture Park in Long Island City, Queens is free and open to the public every day, year-round.
Socrates Sculpture Park: A Hidden (and Free) Gem in Queens
Free and open year-round for views, public art, and family events, Socrates is a must-visit.
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Places to Play in Queens
Gantry Plaza State Park has plenty of eye candy for parents to enjoy while kids climb and play. Photo by Sydney Ng
Long Island City Waterfront with Kids: 20 Fun Things To Do
Stunning views and family-friendly fun await at this waterfront enclave.
Socrates Sculpture Park is hands-on and kid-friendly!
Queens Art Crawl With Kids: Noguchi, MoMA PS1, Socrates Sculpture Park
Take the kids on a tour of three incredible, kid-friendly art experiences in Long Island City.
The kid-friendly splash pad at the Fountain of the Fairs is made even sweeter when the ice cream truck cruises by.
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See the Mega Splash Pad in Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Be warned: The magical mist is hard to resist on a hot summer day.
The Amazing Maize Maze is waiting to be explored at the Queens County Farm Museum.
NYC's Only Corn Maze and More Fall Fun Await at the Queens County Farm Museum
Trek through the Amazing Maize Maze, and enjoy more fun at NYC's only working farm.
Make different stops along the east side of Manhattan on the NYC Ferry. Photo courtesy of the NYC Ferry
10 NYC Ferry Rides with Kid-Friendly Stops to Explore
Take a day trip on the water with these NYC Ferry rides to popular stops for families.
Big kids can burn off plenty of energy at the multi-level Astoria Heights Playground. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
Queens Parks and Playgrounds Cool Enough for Big Kids
Think your kids have outgrown the playground? Not with these big-kid approved picks.
Best of Queens
Part garden, part outdoor art museum, Socrates Sculpture Park in Long Island City, Queens is free and open to the public every day, year-round.
Socrates Sculpture Park: A Hidden (and Free) Gem in Queens
Free and open year-round for views, public art, and family events, Socrates is a must-visit. READ MORE 
Enjoy family-friendly programs and explore different aspect of forest life at the Queens Botanical Garden located within Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Photo by Gennessey Palma
Visiting Flushing Meadows Corona Park with Kids: 25 Things To Do in Queens' Largest Green Space
This green space is kid heaven, with a zoo, rides, museums, playgrounds, and the famous fountains. READ MORE 
An Andean bear cub gets his bearings on a branch. Photo by Julie Larsen Maher/courtesy of WCS
Queens Zoo: Full of Surprises for Little and Big Kids
Families will find that this small zoo packs a punch. READ MORE 
Queens Botanical Garden: Festivals, Classes, and Family Fun
Turns out, there is no "prime" season, because there's always something happening at this Queens... READ MORE 
Experience the Magic of the Muppets at the Jim Henson Exhibit
Share the master puppet legacy with your kids. READ MORE 
Queens Amusement Park: Fantasy Forest in Flushing Meadows
Fantasy Forest at the Flushing Meadows Carousel, the only amusement park in Queens, adds a new... READ MORE 

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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
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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
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Free and Cheap After-School Classes in NYC for Kids
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Come nose-to-nose with the adorable aardvark at the Home for Retired Playground Animals in Queens.
Hidden Gem in NYC: Home for Retired Playground Animals in Flushing Meadows Park
It's hard to resist the nostalgic pull of this Queens hidden gem.
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Try your hand at corn husking and more analog entertainment during the Corn Fest at the Queens County Farm Museum. Photo courtesy of the Queens County Farm Museum
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