Rock and Roll Playhouse: Blink-182
The Rock and Roll Playhouse brings Blink-182 songs to Starland Ballroom for a family-friendly live show. Kids and parents will enjoy high-energy, kid-ready renditions of pop-punk favorites in a lively NYC venue, offering familiar tunes reimagined for all ages.
Second Sundays: April 2026
Second Sundays at Pioneer Works is a community cultural day of art, music, workshops and family-friendly activities offering open studios and performances for visitors of all ages.
BAMkids Winter/Spring 2024
BAMkids at the Brooklyn Academy of Music offers a family-friendly program of performances and workshops for children on April 20, 2026, featuring engaging, age‑appropriate arts experiences.
Sculptures in Step
Hands-on sculpture sessions in the Makerspace at the Children's Museum of Manhattan invite all ages to create dynamic sculptures across weekend and weekday slots, blending play, texture, and collaborative art in a family-friendly setting.
Drawing Little and Big Art
Hands-on drawing workshop for kids and families at the Children's Museum of Manhattan. Explore different drawing tools across multiple sessions on Apr 23–24, Apr 25–26, and Apr 28–30 on the 3rd Floor PlayWorks—designed for all ages.
Colorado Rockies at New York Mets
MLB regular season game: the Colorado Rockies visit the New York Mets at Citi Field — a family-friendly outdoor ballpark experience for fans of all ages.
Rising NYRR Spring Jamboree Presented by TCS
Kids and families are invited to a free morning of track and field at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island, kicking off at 9 AM. The Rising NYRR Spring Jamboree, presented by TCS, offers age-appropriate running events and stadium-side fun in an iconic outdoor sports venue.
GOLDEN: A K-Pop Kids Party!
GOLDEN: A K-Pop Kids Party! at Racket turns New York into a neon-packed playground of kid-friendly dance, glittery outfits, and buzzy K-Pop hits, inviting families to sing along, learn a few moves, and sparkle on the dance floor.
Markets for Makers – Brooklyn Spring Market 2026
Markets for Makers returns to Industry City in Brooklyn for a two-day craft market with 90+ makers, DIY stations, photo walls, and snacks, inviting shoppers to discover handmade goods April 25–26, 11am–5pm.
Seaport Kids: B is for Bibliophile
Join Seaport Kids for B is for Bibliophile at McNally Jackson Seaport in NYC. A kid-friendly reading session and book-loving hangout, this cozy event invites young readers to discover stories and author-approved fun in a welcoming bookstore.
Colorado Rockies at New York Mets
MLB regular season game: the Colorado Rockies visit the New York Mets at Citi Field — a family-friendly outdoor ballpark experience for fans of all ages.
The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays: Music of Harry Styles + More
Family-friendly live show at Brooklyn Bowl where The Rock and Roll Playhouse performs the music of Harry Styles and other pop favorites with kid-focused singalongs and high-energy covers.
Orchid Basics Q&A
Join expert NYBG volunteers for an Orchid Basics Q&A at the VisitNYBG Shop. Get practical tips on selecting orchids, caring for them at home, and troubleshooting common problems, while browsing the shop’s orchid collection.
Fly By Design: Family Program for Children
Explore how flight evolves from past to future at the Intrepid Museum with a family-friendly program for children. Fly By Design invites kids and caregivers to explore aircraft design through hands-on activities, demonstrations, and museum displays. An inspiring STEM experience.
Kids N' Comedy Show
Teen comedians ages 13–18 perform original stand-up at Gotham Comedy Club; doors open 30 minutes prior, seating is shared (purchase full table if you want private seating) and there is a one-item minimum.
Colorado Rockies at New York Mets
MLB regular season game: the Colorado Rockies visit the New York Mets at Citi Field — a family-friendly outdoor ballpark experience for fans of all ages.
Poetry Café: Ode & Celebration Poems with Ellen Hagan & David Flores
Join poets Ellen Hagan and David Flores for a kid-friendly Poetry Café at the New York Society Library, a poetry-writing workshop where young readers explore ode and celebration poems in a welcoming, library setting.
Collective Star Mural with Make-A-Wish
Create a collaborative star mural at the Children's Museum of Manhattan in honor of Make-A-Wish Day. Two sessions on the 1st floor (10:30–12:30 and 2:00–4:15) invite all ages to contribute to a shared artwork within Inside Art.
Watercolor Wishes
Join Watercolor Wishes at the Children's Museum of Manhattan for a hands-on art session on the 3rd Floor PlayWorks. Kids and families use brushes to craft a watercolor dream scene in an inviting, all-ages setting. No prior experience required—just a splash of color and imagination.
Disney’s The Lion King
Disney’s The Lion King stage musical at Minskoff Theatre (NYC) delivers a spectacular Broadway experience for families and theatre fans.
International Dance Day Jazz Party!
International Dance Day Jazz Party at the Children's Museum of Manhattan. A 25-minute family-friendly jazz performance on the 1st floor for all ages, inviting kids and caregivers to tap, wiggle, and celebrate music in a playful museum setting.
Summer on the Hudson
A summer-long series of free outdoor cultural events along the Hudson River — concerts, movies, fitness classes and family activities running May through September in NYC parks.
Silhouettes in Silk: Costume Design Studio
Hands-on costume-design workshop for families at the Children's Museum of Manhattan. Explore silk silhouettes and traditional ao dai/ao gam costumes, then design wearable art in the Makerspace during May 1–3 (multiple sessions daily).
Filipino Inspired Banig Mat Weaving
Hands-on Banig mat-weaving workshop for kids at the Children's Museum of Manhattan. A Filipino-inspired craft on the 3rd-floor PlayWorks, designed for ages 4 and younger. Sessions Fri May 1 2:45–3:45 pm and Sat–Sun May 2–3 with 11:15 am–12:15 pm and 2:45–3:45 pm.
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