Columbus Day for kids and families in NYC

Columbus Day for kids in NYC means enjoying fall happenings with your family. Mark your calendars for Oct 8, 2018.

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Allie Early

Danielle Valente

Wednesday September 19 2018

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As the saying goes, "In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue." His journey more than likely means a three-day weekend, so we'll happily act as your guide to Columbus Day for kids and families in NYC.

If you have an extra 24 hours of freedom, you'll want to use it wisely by exploring the best things to do in fall with kids—from stopping at the best spots for apple picking in NY, going pumpkin picking near NYC and watching these ghoulishly good scary movies for kids (Halloween is right around the corner, after all), you'll enjoy that bonus time away from your typical schedule.

What seasonal happenings are you most looking forward to?

What is Columbus Day?

This national holiday, which is recognized each year on the second Monday of October, commemorates Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas.

When is Columbus Day?

This year, Columbus Day falls on Oct 8.

Columbus Day for kids

Columbus Day for kids in New York City

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