The Secret World of Elephants
American Museum of Natural History 200 Central Park West at W 79th Street, New York
Bessie’s Big Shot
Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre Central Park at W 79th Street & West Drive, New York
Little New-Yorkers
New-York Historical Society 70 Central Park West at 77th Street, New York
David Rubenstein Atrium Concerts
David Rubenstein Atrium Broadway between W 62nd & 63rd Streets, New YorkWeek of Events
The Secret World of Elephants
How do elephants “hear” with their feet? Use the 40,000 muscles in their trunks? Or reshape the forests and savannas they live in, creating an environment upon which many other species rely? Learn new science about both ancient and modern elephants, including elephants’ extraordinary minds and senses, why they’re essential to the health of their…
Metropolitan Opera/ABT Rush Tickets
Get $25 rush tickets online for Metropolitan Opera and American Ballet Theatre performances. Available online, first-come, first-served, same day at noon for Monday through Friday evening performances, four hours before curtain for matinees and at 2 pm for Saturday evenings. Create an account and log on before the tickets go on sale, they go quickly.…
Tulip Festival
Admire over 100 varieties of tulip and other flowers in a charming community garden, open to all from dawn to dusk. Frequent visitors will see the tulip display changing every few days, as some varieties fade and others come into bloom. Learn about gardening and enjoy other activities April 13-14 and April 20-21, 10 am-4…
Bessie’s Big Shot
See a fun and high-flying, family-friendly adventure at the historic, cozy Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre. Marionettes and music tell the story of Bessie the cow, who dreams of joining the circus. But can she lift more than Ziegfried, the strongest man in the world? Fly on the trapeze high above the crowd? Come root Bessie…
Discovery Squad Tours
On select Sunday mornings, autistic children and their families can attend a 40-minute tour led by specially trained tour guides, then spend some time exploring activities related to the Museum halls, before the Museum opens to the public. Families are invited to stay after the tour and enjoy the Museum when it opens to the…
Little New-Yorkers
Little New-Yorkers
Join museum educators in the lovely children's library for story time and crafts. Each class includes a special hello song, silly dances and games, a story book reading, and a craft to do after the story. Themes related to New York history and current exhibits change monthly.
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Explore a gigantic, whimsical labyrinth formed out of 19 egg-shaped domes, twisting and turning into the tunnels of a maze.. Translucent elements throughout create mysterious sight-lines and viewpoints. The 600-piece pattern of the main dome ceiling was loosely inspired by Rome’s Pantheon with its radiant oculus mimicking the sun and the Gustave Doré drawing of…
A Musical Tour of the Passover Haggada
A Musical Tour of the Passover Haggada
Join Elad Kabilio and the MusicTalks ensemble for an upbeat performance featuring the songs of the Passover Haggadah reimagined. From a Broadway twist on "Dayenu" to the Ladino version of "Chad Gadya," this performance will celebrate the holiday of freedom with a sing-a-long, dancing, and exciting beats.
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Explore a gigantic, whimsical labyrinth formed out of 19 egg-shaped domes, twisting and turning into the tunnels of a maze.. Translucent elements throughout create mysterious sight-lines and viewpoints. The 600-piece pattern of the main dome ceiling was loosely inspired by Rome’s Pantheon with its radiant oculus mimicking the sun and the Gustave Doré drawing of…
David Rubenstein Atrium Concerts
David Rubenstein Atrium Concerts
Lincoln Center presents weekly free concerts with artists from across the globe and community events for all in a spacious, welcoming atrium. Programming is for all ages (though some content is more mature, see the schedule), with room to dance in the back. Enter for shows on Broadway between W 62nd & 63rd St. No…
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Explore a gigantic, whimsical labyrinth formed out of 19 egg-shaped domes, twisting and turning into the tunnels of a maze.. Translucent elements throughout create mysterious sight-lines and viewpoints. The 600-piece pattern of the main dome ceiling was loosely inspired by Rome’s Pantheon with its radiant oculus mimicking the sun and the Gustave Doré drawing of…
TREE By Théâtre Motus
TREE By Théâtre Motus
Babies and toddlers will be mesmerized by Motus' TREE, a fully interactive, multi-sensory universe, wrapped in soft light, music, and silence, where five characters interact with little ones. Settle into a cozy nest with the mama bird brooding her luminous eggs. The magical world of the tree opens up with its soft or rhythmic music. …
Little New-Yorkers
Little New-Yorkers
Join museum educators in the lovely children's library for story time and crafts. Each class includes a special hello song, silly dances and games, a story book reading, and a craft to do after the story. Themes related to New York history and current exhibits change monthly.
David Rubenstein Atrium Concerts
David Rubenstein Atrium Concerts
Lincoln Center presents weekly free concerts with artists from across the globe and community events for all in a spacious, welcoming atrium. Programming is for all ages (though some content is more mature, see the schedule), with room to dance in the back. Enter for shows on Broadway between W 62nd & 63rd St. No…
Healthy Kids Day
Healthy Kids Day
Join the West Side YMCA for family games, a bounce house, activities, fitness, crafts, giveaways, snacks, a Scholastics Book Fair and more. Meet summer camp directors and learn about in-person camps
Car-Free Earth Day
Car-Free Earth Day
This annual car-free event hosted by NYC DOT features a variety of programming at locations citywide to promote activism and education surrounding climate change, sustainability, and other relevant topics. Select streets transform into public plazas and car-free lanes for pedestrians, cyclists and scooters. Enjoy live music, dance performances, sports, art-making and more.
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Explore a gigantic, whimsical labyrinth formed out of 19 egg-shaped domes, twisting and turning into the tunnels of a maze.. Translucent elements throughout create mysterious sight-lines and viewpoints. The 600-piece pattern of the main dome ceiling was loosely inspired by Rome’s Pantheon with its radiant oculus mimicking the sun and the Gustave Doré drawing of…
Young People’s Concert: Composing Inclusion
Young People’s Concert: Composing Inclusion
Join New York Philharmonic for a multimedia, interactive concert filled with storytelling, music, and fun. Featuring students from the Juilliard Pre-College Orchestra, this concert will celebrate the creativity of young musicians with newly commissioned works for professional and youth orchestras. Before the show, try out orchestral instruments and engage in crafting and interactive workshops on…
TREE By Théâtre Motus
TREE By Théâtre Motus
Babies and toddlers will be mesmerized by Motus' TREE, a fully interactive, multi-sensory universe, wrapped in soft light, music, and silence, where five characters interact with little ones. Settle into a cozy nest with the mama bird brooding her luminous eggs. The magical world of the tree opens up with its soft or rhythmic music. …
David Rubenstein Atrium Concerts
David Rubenstein Atrium Concerts
Lincoln Center presents weekly free concerts with artists from across the globe and community events for all in a spacious, welcoming atrium. Programming is for all ages (though some content is more mature, see the schedule), with room to dance in the back. Enter for shows on Broadway between W 62nd & 63rd St. No…
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Architects of Air’s Daedalum
Explore a gigantic, whimsical labyrinth formed out of 19 egg-shaped domes, twisting and turning into the tunnels of a maze.. Translucent elements throughout create mysterious sight-lines and viewpoints. The 600-piece pattern of the main dome ceiling was loosely inspired by Rome’s Pantheon with its radiant oculus mimicking the sun and the Gustave Doré drawing of…
New-York Historical Society Sunday Story Time
New-York Historical Society Sunday Story Time
This weekly program in a charming children's library includes the reading of a New-York-themed book, a related craft project and silly dances and games. Books change weekly and are often related to current celebrations and seasons. This month features books related to Women's History Month.
TREE By Théâtre Motus
TREE By Théâtre Motus
Babies and toddlers will be mesmerized by Motus' TREE, a fully interactive, multi-sensory universe, wrapped in soft light, music, and silence, where five characters interact with little ones. Settle into a cozy nest with the mama bird brooding her luminous eggs. The magical world of the tree opens up with its soft or rhythmic music. …