Family-Friendly Events in New York City

Discover family-friendly events and activities for all ages in New York City.

316 events found

Do you enjoy arts and crafts? Want to make something with fellow enthusiasts? Then join us Thursday afternoons beginning at 3:00 p.m.-4:30pm All supplies will be provided. Best for ages 4-12 and caregivers.
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Kips Bay Library, Children's room
Afternoon DIY crafting for kids ages 4–12 and their caregivers at Kips Bay Library's Children's Room — all supplies provided, drop-in creative session Thursdays 3:00–4:30 PM.
Early Literacy Open Play
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Charleston Library
In-person unstructured Early Literacy Open Play at Charleston Library for children (best for ages 0–3) and caregivers to explore play materials, socialize, and extend learning—no registration required; not a storytime.
Sensory Play
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Spuyten Duyvil Library
Hands-on sensory program at Spuyten Duyvil Library where caregivers and children (ages 1–3) play, read, and interact guided by library staff to support early literacy and social development.
This event will take place in person at the Spuyten Duyvil Library. No tech allowed in this entertaining after school club! Join library staff as they guide children (and their grown-ups!) through the strategy and fun of educational board games every Thursday afternoon! Are you a Pokémon fan too? Come meet up with other players to show off, trade cards, and Pokébattle! For ages 5 and up.
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Spuyten Duyvil Library
In-person after-school board game club at Spuyten Duyvil Library for ages 5+, featuring educational games, strategy coaching, and Pokémon trading/battles — no tech allowed.
We are pleased to invite you to an upcoming sessionfocused on hands-on engegement and the the joy of reading. This event is open to individuals of all ages. Turn coloring time into reading success! Our Reading & Coloring Activity Pages combine creative fun with structured literacy practice to help young learners build confidence while they color.
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Kingsbridge Library
Hands-on reading & coloring session at High Bridge Library combining creative coloring with structured literacy practice to build young learners' confidence; open to all ages.
Open Play
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Van Cortlandt Library
Join a free in-person playdate at the Van Cortlandt Library for caregivers and young children to explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a warm, social setting.
Process Art: Fine Motor Skills
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Clason's Point Library Online
In-person library art session for young children to explore colors, shapes and fine motor skills through open-ended creative activities and selected books, with bilingual (English/Spanish) elements.
Ready to create, illustrate, and share? Join our Collage & Zine Club! It’s the perfect place to cut loose and explore your ideas. What We'll Do: Make Collages: Transform old magazines into new visual art. Create Zines: Create your own mini-booklets, sharing your unique stories, art, or opinions. We Provide ALL the Supplies: Magazines, paper, and cardstock Scissors and glue sticks Markers and other coloring tools Just bring your imagination!
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Muhlenberg Library, Community Room
Make collages and DIY zines using provided magazines, paper, scissors and markers at the Muhlenberg Library Collage & Zine Club — first-come, first-served on 2026-03-05.
STEAM Time: LEGO Lounge
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Baychester Library
Hands-on LEGO building session at Baychester Library where children can follow prompts or LEGO manuals to build structures using provided sets.
STEAM TIME: Perler Bead Pixel Art
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Epiphany Library
Hands-on Perler bead pixel art program for kids ages 5–10 at Epiphany Library; supplies provided, limited to 12 participants, first-come first-served in the 3rd-floor program room.
Teen Movie Day: Women's History Month
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Wakefield Library
Join Wakefield Library's Teen Movie Thursday on Mar 5 for a screening and group discussion celebrating Women's History Month, with weekly 3 PM films aimed at teens.
This event will take place at Bronx .Library Center. Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child’s learning through play! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Central del Bronx. Únase a nosotros para una cita para jugar en l…
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Bronx Library Center, Children's Room
Free open playdate at Bronx Library Center Children's Room for caregivers and young children to explore developmentally appropriate play materials, socialize, and extend learning through play.