Central Park has some great hills for a fast ride. Photo by Jody Mercier
Best Sledding Hills in NYC
Pillow Fort photo by Seamus McCauley via Flickr 2 .0
Snow Day Activities: 55 Fun Things To Do on a Snow Day Indoors
Free activities for Kids in NYC include the Children's Museum of the Arts, which has pay-what-you-wish Thursdays from 4-6pm. Photo courtesy of the museum
GUIDE
Free Things To Do in NYC with Kids Guide
Discover the NYC-themed play space hidden inside the Toys
39 Free Things To Do Indoors in NYC: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days
Galactic snow tubing at Camelback offers an LED light show come nightfall.
Best Snow Tubing near NYC for Families
Museo del Barrio's The Three Kings Day Parade takes over the streets of East Harlem Photo by Mommy Poppins
Top Things To Do with Kids in NYC in January 2026, from MP Editors
There's always a cool new piece of public art to see and interact with in NYC. Photo by Jody Mercier
100 Free Things To Do in NYC with Kids
Hit the ice at the scenic Mohonk Mountan House, which offers winter day passes to enjoy its spectacular resort amenities. Photo courtesy of the venue
23 Fun Winter Day Trips from NYC
Bryant Park's Bumper Cars are a mainstay of late-winter fun in the park. Photo by Janet Bloom
Ultimate Winter Bucket List: 47 Best Things To Do with Kids in NYC
Stranger Things: The First Shadow plays at the Marquis Theatre and gives the popular Neflix show a prequel. Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman
Best Broadway Shows for Kids and Families in 2025
Kids as young as 14 can apply for an eco-focused internship at Alley Pond Park in Queens. Photo courtesy of the Alley Pond Environmental Center
Best Museum Programs in NYC for Teens
See the skyline from a whole new vantage point on the Roosevelt Island Tram. Photo courtesy of NYCGo
Ultimate New York City Bucket List: 100 Things To Do in NYC with Kids Before They Grow Up
Winter fun for kids in New York City: Building a snowman is just the start of fun things to do with kids in NYC during winter
GUIDE
NYC Winter Vacation Guide: Best Getaways and Activities for Families
The 2025-2026 public school year for NYC kids starts on Thursday, September 4.
Here's the NYC Public School Calendar for 2025-2026
Get ready for back to school with all the right supplies, classes, and tips.
GUIDE
Back-to-School Guide 2025-2026
The Ausable Chasm has been described as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks and it's one of our top 100 things to do in New York State with kids. Photo by Anna Fader
Ultimate New York Bucket List: 100 Things To Do with Kids in NY State
Diving into the sprinkle pool at the Museum of Ice Cream is a great way to cure rainy day blues. Photo by Jody Mercier
47 Fun Indoor Activities in NYC for a Rainy Day
Vinland Playground got a fresh upgrade in Bay Ridge. Photo by NYC Parks/Daniel Avila
Jaw-Dropping New Playgrounds in NYC to Explore with Kids Now
Summer camps help kids develop social skills and have fun
GUIDE
NYC Summer Camp Guide
The Peninsula New York rolls out the red carpet for kids—and their grown ups!
Family-Friendly Hotels in New York City with Perks for Kids
Climb on platforms dangling from ropes at Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier
NYC's Best Playgrounds: 21 Parks Worthy of a Subway Schlep
Brooklyn's Flying Apple offers action-packed fun for kids of all ages.
24 Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in NYC
Discover the NYC-themed play space hidden inside the Toys
39 Free Things To Do Indoors in NYC: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days
Photo courtesy of PLAY Greenpoint.
GUIDE
Guide to Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in NYC
Visit the 180 Pool at the Crystal Springs Resort. Photo courtesy of the resort
14 Family-Friendly Weekend Getaways near NYC
Kids' classes like art lessons can help your NYC child grow and develop
GUIDE
Guide to NYC Classes for Kids
For an only-in-NYC experience, head to the Top of the Rock to enjoy the view. Photo by Jody Mercier
Best Attractions and Things To Do near NYC that are Kid-Friendly
Tea Around Town combines a sumptuous meal with a unique view NYC landmarks! Photo by Jody Mercier
25 Best NYC Tours for Families: From Boat Rides to Free Walking Tours and More
The American Museum of Natural History's blue whale is an NYC icon, and the entire museum is one of the best children's museums in NYC. Photo by R. Mickens/courtesy of AMNH
Best Museums for Kids in NYC: Children's Museums and Family-Friendly Museums in NYC
GUIDE
Guide to Kids' Birthday Parties in NYC
Registration is now open for the reasonably priced summer camps at YMCA locations in NYC.
Best Free and Cheap Summer Camps in NYC for Kids
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has 75 animal exhibits and is home to more than 7,000 animals. Photo courtesy of the aquarium
Best Aquariums to Visit from the NYC Metro Area with Kids
Get a Broadway-caliber serenade during a birthday dinner at Ellen's Stardust Diner.
Best Fun Restaurants for Kids' Birthdays in NYC
Get a birds eye view of the skyline from the Edge observation deck at Hudson Yards. Plan a visit near sundown to watch the city lights come to life. Photo by Jody Mercier
3 Days in NYC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
Feed a crowd with extra large, classic, New York-style pizza slices without breaking the bank. Photo by Jody Mercier
NYC on a Budget: Cheap Things To Do and Money Saving Tips for Families
These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day
Kids can see the masterpieces and get hands-on with art during a free visit to MoMA on Friday evenings. Photo by Jody Mercier
Free Museum Days (and Always-Free Museums) in NYC
Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting. Photo by Sara Marentette
Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects
No visit to NYC is complete without an up-close encounter with the Statue of Liberty. Photo by Jess Laird
40 Best NYC Attractions to Do with Kids Right Now
Teach 'em to tie during downtime.
65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age
GUIDE
NYC Kids Summer Guide: 728 Best Festivals, Deals, Activities & Free Things to Do
Take a hike with your little one on a family day trip from NYC.
GUIDE
Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for NYC Kids
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
67 Easy Science Experiments for Kids To Do at Home
Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier
GUIDE
Playgrounds & Parks NYC Guide
Suncatcher_Liz Baill @creativishmom
GUIDE
Crafts for Kids Guide: Thousands of Craft Ideas
Explore modern humanity through all-new world-wandering exhibitions at Mmuseumm.
Weird, Wacky, and Wonderful Under-the-Radar Museums in NYC that Kids Love
Tackle hands-on math problems during MoMath's Winter Math Festival, which kicks off this week. Photo courtesy of MoMath
Mommy Poppins Winter Fest, Puzzle Day, Pac-Man, and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend

Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Festivals, Trains, Grandparents Day September 7-8

Superhero Saturday. Photo courtesy of Please Touch Museum
Superhero Saturday. Photo courtesy of Please Touch Museum
9/4/19 - By Kristen Sullivan

Philly kids are adjusting to the new school year and acclimating to a different routine, but that doesn't mean family fun has to end. After all, summer technically lasts until mid-September. Why not spend part of the weekend with activities found in the Mommy Poppins's event calendar?

Start off by attending a festival. There are opportunities to appreciate the culture of Poland and Brazil, learn about the impact of honey bees, or pretend to be a superhero. Foodies can enjoy good eats at the Mushroom Festival or Whoopie Pie Festival while music lovers rock out to tunes at Haverford Music Festival. Other noteworthy experience include Caln Community Day, Doylestown Art Festival, Bryn Mawr Day, and Brandywine Festival of the Arts.

Don't forget that Sunday is Grandparents Day! Take Granny and Pop to a museum to learn about family trees, an arboretum to see Thomas the Tank Engine, or the pier for some fishing. No matter how you spend your weekend, make it a great one.

OUR LATEST VIDEOS

Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Weekend at the Morris Arboretum. Photo by Marie Ingegneri
Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Weekend at the Morris Arboretum. Photo by Marie Ingegneri

Things to Do All Weekend

Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Weekend

Philadelphia, PA
Visitors can always see Thomas the Tank Engine chugging along in his own section of Morris Arboretum's Garden Railway. But a few weekends a year Thomas and his friends are featured on all the tracks, turning the entire railway into the island of Sodor. READ MORE

Brandywine Festival of the Arts

Wilmington, DE
Visitors can enjoy seeing the beautiful artwork created by the artisans at this annual rain-or-shine festival held at Brandywine Park.Admission is good for both days of the festival. There is a special tent with kids' activities. READ MORE

Mushroom Festival

Kennett Square, PA
Kennett Square's annual mushroom festival promises culinary events, growing exhibits, children’s entertainment, vendors, and mushroom art. Don't miss the fall fun. READ MORE

Doylestown Art Festival

Doylestown, PA
This rain or shine event features live music, art, and delicious food. There are children's activities such as tile-rubbing at Mercer Museum, pottery demos,and art related activities at Michener Art Museum. READ MORE

Things to do on Saturday, September 7, 2019

Superhero Saturday

Philadelphia, PA
Guests to Please Touch Museum can expect a spectacular day filled at its superpowered-themed Family Festival. Grown ups and kids alike can enjoy the Museum's many activities. All activities are included with paid admission. READ MORE

Annual Caln Community Day

Thorndale, PA- FREE
Hatt's True Value Hardware and the Downingtown Library present the 13th annual Caln Community Day. Guests can expect live entertainment, food, free mini golf, an escape room, bounce houses, obstacle course, pie eating contest, vendors, and fireworks. READ MORE

Bryn Mawr Day

Bryn Mawr, PA- FREE ADMISSION
Families can enjoy this free event which features fire truck rides, face painting, circus performers, stilt walkers, and a petting zoo. READ MORE

Whoopie Pie Festival

Strasburg, PA
2022 information is being confirmed. Take a ride to Hershey Farm Restaurant & Inn for its annual Whoopie Pie Festival featuring over 400 different flavors of Whoopie Pie, games, bounce houses, face painting, and interactive exhibits. Admission is free; however, VIP packages are available. READ MORE

Wings N' Wheels

Blue Bell, PA
It's the annual Wings N' Wheels event! Families can enjoy a wings, wheels, and aviation history, including unique displays of vintage and military aircraft, new planes and classic and antique cars at Wings Field. READ MORE

Public Star Parties

King of Prussia, PA- FREE
Experience the nighttime sky at Norristown Farm Park. DVAA members set up telescopes for visitor viewing as Jupiter and Saturn are showcased. Guests can bring their own binoculars or telescopes. READ MORE
Family Day at the National Museum of American Jewish History. Photo courtesy of the museum
Family Day at the National Museum of American Jewish History. Photo courtesy of the museum

Things to do on Sunday, September 8, 2019

Family Day at the National Museum of American Jewish History

Philadelphia, PA- FREE
National Museum of American Jewish History's Family Days offer guests the chance to enjoy educational and public programs, hands on projects, story times, and family-friendly activities for free. READ MORE

Grandparents Day at DCM

Wilmington, DE
Enjoy the DCM with Grandma and Grandpa at this special grand event. Learn, discover and share a day of play and investigation. Visitors can expect special programming, live music, and photo ops. READ MORE

Brazilian Day Festival

Philadelphia, PA- FREE
Visitors to the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing celebrate Brazil's Independence Day with food, music, and dance. The Brazilian Day Festival is presented as part of the PECO Multicultural Series.   READ MORE

PECO Family Jams at Magic Gardens

Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens invites families to get creative together on the second Sunday of every month. Each month features a different theme and art project inspired by the iconic gardens, which are covered by magical mosaics and found objects. READ MORE

Places featured in this article: