Things to do this summer with kids

Sure, 2020 has thrown us a curveball, but these summer activities will make the season all the more enjoyable in NYC

Summer activities for kids in New York City

Things to do

Summer activities for kids in New York City

Summer 2020 will be a bit different than years past, but we're here to help families enjoy it to the fullest. Read on for ways to keep the kids busy and...

What you can/can't do in New York City right now

Things to do

What you can/can't do in New York City right now

The latest rules and regulations.

Virtual camp offerings

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Virtual camp offerings

All the fun right at home!

Update on day camps

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Update on day camps

A look at NYC's go-to programs.

Update on NYC schools

Things to do

Update on NYC schools

Find the latest news right here.

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Outdoor summer activities

Things to do

Fun bike paths for families in NYC

Fun bike paths for families in NYC

Training wheels welcome at these locations!

Things to do

Hiking trails in NYC and beyond

Hiking trails in NYC and beyond

Great spots for hikers with little legs.

Travel

Your guide to the fruit-picking season

Your guide to the fruit-picking season

Expect changes at your local farms this year.

Things to do

2020 Farmers market guidelines

2020 Farmers market guidelines

How to safely snag fresh fruits and veggies.

Things to do

A guide to New York beaches

A guide to New York beaches

Here are the do's and dont's of the season.

Things to do

NYC playgrounds are reopening

NYC playgrounds are reopening

The big day is June 22.

Drive-in experiences

Drive-in movie theaters near New York City

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Drive-in movie theaters near New York City

Take a trip back in time with an old-school movie night at a drive-in theater. Summer 2020's latest trend is popping up all throughout NYC—and beyond!

Six Flags' Safari Adventure

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Six Flags' Safari Adventure

It's a socially distanced zoo visit!

The Parking Lot Social

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The Parking Lot Social

A drive-in family fest is Brooklyn-bound.

Uptown Drive-In Festival

Things to do

Uptown Drive-In Festival

Yankee Stadium is hosting summer's coolest event.

Find a fair food drive-in

Restaurants

Find a fair food drive-in

Why yes, we do fancy some funnel cake.

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Things to do this summer

Things to do

NYPL's summer reading program

NYPL's summer reading program

Explore the "Quest for Adventure!"

Music

Fun summer songs for kids

Fun summer songs for kids

Sand, surf and sunshine await!

Movies

2020 family movies

2020 family movies

Here's what's on the list!

Restaurants

Delightful ice cream shops in NYC

Delightful ice cream shops in NYC

Sundaes not required, but encouraged.

Kids

Popsicle recipes to try at home

Popsicle recipes to try at home

Dessert is served!

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Picnic spots for NYC families

Picnic spots for NYC families

No restaurant, no problem.

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Travel guidelines

Camping guidelines

Open national parks

Strawberry picking in NY

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