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Things to Do in NYC with Kids This Weekend
Thursday, Jan. 29 - Monday, Feb. 2
Looking for events to do with your kids in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly activities to add to your list.
Best Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids
Disney on Ice Presents Mickey's Search Party at the Barclays Center
Prospect Heights, Brooklyn
Thursday, January 29-Sunday, February 1
Embark on a quest with Mickey Mouse and pals as they follow Captain Hook’s treasure map for clues to find Tinker Bell after Hook attempts to capture her magic. Website
K-pop Demon Hunter Movie Night at The Rainbow Play Space
Lower East Side
Friday, January 30
This drop-off movie night includes an evening outing with a K-pop Demon Hunters theme. Kids do crafts, enjoy a pizza dinner, cracker snacks, tons of fun, and, of course, the Kpop Demon Hunters movie on a big wall projection! Costumes are encouraged. Website
Thunderbird American Indian Dance Concert at the Theater for the New City
Lower East Side
Friday, January 30-Sunday, February 8
The 2026 Thunderbird American Indian Dance Concert features dances, stories, and traditional music from native peoples of the Northeast, Southwest, and Great Plains regions. Website
Oshogatsu: New Year’s Celebration at Japan Society
Midtown East
Saturday, January 31
Celebrate the New Year Japanese-style with a riveting Japanese taiko drum performance, and a hands-on drum mini-workshop. Families can then welcome the New Year with exciting and traditional activities like New Year’s calligraphy, lion dancing and other New Year’s-themed crafts. Website
Highlights Puzzle Party at McKinley Park Library
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn – FREE
Saturday, January 31
Brooklyn's McKinley Park Library joins forces with Highlights Magazine for a puzzle party, featuring lots of challenging fun and cool giveaways! Do puzzles with the founder of National Puzzle Day, Jodi Jill, and Highlights staff, and snag giveaways for kids. Website
Philharmonic Families: Brass at Merkin Hall
Upper West Side
Saturday, January 31
Discover the bright, bold sound of the brass family: horn, trumpet, trombone, and tuba! Arrive early to try out orchestral instruments, meet musicians, and craft with teaching artists. Website
Pac-Man Anniversary Family Party at the Paley Museum
Midtown West
Saturday, January 31
Waka Waka your way to a celebration as Pac-Man turns 45! This retro-cool family day is packed with games, creativity, and classic arcade fun, from photo-ops with the world’s favorite hungry hero to hands-on activities and exciting giveaways. Website
Family Concert: Sonia De Los Santos at the Jewish Museum
Upper East Side
Sunday, February 1
Sonia De Los Santos performs songs from her native Mexico in both English and Spanish, along with bilingual versions of American classics such as This Land is Your Land. Playing guitar and jarana, De Los Santos also shares melodies connected to nature for the Jewish holiday of Tu B’Shevat (the birthday of the trees). Website
Celebrate Tu BiShvat at the Brooklyn Children's Museum
Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Sunday, February 1
Ring in the Jewish new year of trees and celebrate nature’s revival. Plant seedlings to take home, enjoy nature-themed storytelling and music, sample traditional fruits, and create art using natural materials. Website
Lunar New Year of the Horse at Kupferberg Center for the Arts
Flushing, Queens
Sunday, January 1
The world-renowned Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company welcomes the Lunar New Year of the Horse with majestic dragons, acrobatic lions, elegant peacocks, twirling ribbons, bamboo instruments, and more. Website
Gabby's Dollhouse Live! at Kings Theatre
Flatbush, Brooklyn
Sunday, February 1
Gabby's Dollhouse takes to the stage with an exciting original story featuring incredible puppets, dynamic staging, a talented live show cast of singer-actor-puppeteers, and songs from the beloved series, including Hey Gabby, You Can’t Spell Meow Without Me, and Sprinkle Party. Website
Broadway Bound Benefit Concert at City Winery
Chelsea
Monday, February 2
Young talent shines alongside Broadway stars as Broadway Bound Kids presents its fourth annual benefit concert, Empower State of Mind. The evening features performances, raffles, auctions, and community spirit, all while supporting tuition-free performing arts programs for NYC students. Website