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Prospect Park comes alive with the BRIC! Celebrate Brooklyn music festival each summer.
Best of Brooklyn: 50 Things To Do in the Family-Friendly Hipster Haven
From parks and playgrounds to eats and culture, Brooklyn has it all.
Get a birds eye view of the skyline from the Edge observation deck at Hudson Yards. Plan a visit near sundown to watch the city lights come to life. Photo by Jody Mercier
3 Days in NYC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
You can take a big bite out of the Big Apple in a short time with these tips.
Brooklyn Bridge Park is a massive green space that offers tons of family activities—and unbeatable city views. Photo courtesy of Brooklyn Bridge Park
Brooklyn Bridge Park: 35 Top Things To Do With Kids
Brooklyn's waterfront wonderland is filled with family-friendly amenities and programming.
Kids can climb the walls—and more—at the Play Lab, one of our top picks for the best indoor playgrounds in Brooklyn.
Best Indoor Playgrounds in Brooklyn
Brooklyn boasts plenty of indoor play zones for energetic kids to get their sillies out.
Visit the rides along the Coney Island boardwalk. Photo by Julienne Schaer for NYCgo
Best Things to Do in Coney Island With Kids: Luna Park, Aquarium, Beach, Mermaids
There's always something to do on Coney Island in the summer.
Cool off at the monumental splash pad at LeFrak Center in Prospect Park. Photo by Michael Moran for the Prospect Park Alliance
Prospect Park in Brooklyn: 25 Best Things to Do with Kids
Prospect Park in Brooklyn goes far beyond fantastic playgrounds; visitors can bike, skate, picnic...
Sunset Playground. Photo by Malcolm Pinckney for NYC Parks
Brooklyn Playgrounds Cool Enough for Your Big Kids
When your little ones aren't so little anymore, it's time to seek out bigger playthings.
Great eats and outdoor fun await at Greenwood Park. Photo courtesy the venue
Brooklyn and Queens Beer Gardens Where Kids Are Welcome
NYC's best beer gardens and halls where families can raise their glasses.
At Good Day Play Cafe, parents and caregivers can sit back in the cafe at still keep an eye on their kiddos in the play space. Photo by Louise Trapasso
Play Cafes in Brooklyn and Queens Where Families Can Nosh and Play
Enjoy your caffeine jolt and a nosh while the kids play.
Parents and kids alike flock to Vanderbilt Playground for its separate jungle gyms for big and little kids, which keeps mixed-age siblings happy.
Best Playgrounds in Brooklyn's Prospect Park (Ranked!)
Which ones offer the most bang for the buck? We ranked them!
City Point Brooklyn's outpost of CAMP hosts Cosmic Camp, which allows families to tackle an intergalactic adventure. Photo by author
City Point Brooklyn and DeKalb Market Hall: Where to Eat, Shop, and Play with Kids
This amenity-packed destination has plenty of eats and entertainment for a fun day out.
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Cool off at the monumental splash pad at LeFrak Center in Prospect Park. Photo by Michael Moran for the Prospect Park Alliance
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Eat on the rooftop at Fornino on Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 6. Photo by Lisa Seibold-Winder
Best Outdoor Dining in Brooklyn at Family-Friendly Restaurants
We've rounded up our favorite Brooklyn eateries with space for al fresco meals.
The sea lion enclosure is one of the first exhibits you'll see! Photo by Julie Larsen Maher for WCS
Prospect Park Zoo: Best Things to Do at the Brooklyn Zoo
Located on the beautiful grounds of Prospect Park, this zoo is the perfect destination for budding...
City Point Brooklyn's outpost of CAMP hosts Cosmic Camp, which allows families to tackle an intergalactic adventure. Photo by author
City Point Brooklyn and DeKalb Market Hall: Where to Eat, Shop, and Play with Kids
This amenity-packed destination has plenty of eats and entertainment for a fun day out.
Wave hello to Bruiser, the talented sea lion and star of the Aquatheater show at the New York Aquarium.
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Visiting the New York Aquarium With Kids: Top Things To Do and See
Sharks, sea lions, and more sea creatures await at this Coney Island institution.
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Make different stops along the east side of Manhattan on the NYC Ferry. Photo courtesy of the NYC Ferry
10 NYC Ferry Rides with Kid-Friendly Stops to Explore
Take a day trip on the water with these NYC Ferry rides to popular stops for families. READ MORE 
Head to Time Out Market for Fornino's delicious pizza and a lovely view of Manhattan from the Brooklyn waterfront. Photo courtesy of Fornino
Kid-Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in NYC for Dinner With a View
Cap a summer day with dinner on the water at one of these kid-friendly spots. READ MORE 
Dyker Heights at Christmas: Taking Kids to the Mind-Blowing Dyker Lights Displays in Brooklyn
For years I'd been hearing about the awesome Christmas displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. I'd... READ MORE 
At Good Day Play Cafe, parents and caregivers can sit back in the cafe at still keep an eye on their kiddos in the play space. Photo by Louise Trapasso
Play Cafes in Brooklyn and Queens Where Families Can Nosh and Play
Enjoy your caffeine jolt and a nosh while the kids play. READ MORE 
Dress warm for an alfresco skate at Industry City.
17 Things To Do with Kids at Industry City
Eat, dance, skate, play, and explore art with kids at this Sunset Park hot spot. READ MORE 

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Kids can hit the courts, get close to the pros, enjoy clinics, giveaways, and more during Saturday's Arthur Ashe Kids Day at the US Open.
Arthur Ashe Kids' Day and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids
Tap into a weekend of fun with plenty of tennis, history, music, and movies on the menu.
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Say cheese—or plain, if you please—when ordering a slice at one of these NYC pizza restaurants. Photo by author
Best Pizza in NYC: The Top Slice Joints for Families
From iconic spots to neighborhood standbys, here are the best slice joints for families.
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The Children's Aid Society provides free and low-cost after-school classes to kids in New York City.
Free and Cheap After-School Programs in NYC for Kids and Teens
Affordable after-school programs do exist is NYC. Find them here.
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The Brooklyn Museum is a premier art museum, with floors of treasures and outdoor art, too.
Brooklyn Museum Guide For Kids - Everything You Need to Know Before Your Family Visit
This jewel in Prospect Heights is worth a visit for locals and tourists alike.
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Take a high-flying lesson in trapeze alongside the Hudson River at the New York School of Trapeze.
Extreme Sports and More Thrilling Activities for Kids near NYC
Fuel your kid's sense of adventure, need for speed, and more with these extreme sports.
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Kids can get up close to live insects at AMNH's new Gilder Center. Photo by Drew Kristofik
AMNH and More Places to Get Scientific in NYC
Dive into these STEM-friendly spots with your science-loving kids.
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