Things to Do with Kids in Upper East Side, Manhattan

Met Signs Tour—Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Explore works of art through engaging conversations in the galleries.

Art Cart

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 5:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Art Cart

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Family Afternoon—Color and Light Art Fun

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12)

Come ready to look, imagine, and create! Drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Recommended for children ages 3–11 years.

Violet’s Magic Glasses

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Filled with lively songs, colorful characters, and plenty of humor, Violet’s Magic Glasses is a joyful new musical about learning differences, friendship, perseverance, and finding your own way to shi...

Seussical™ – Theatre Young Audiences

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 4:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Seussical™ – Theatre Young Audiences is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza!

Dig & Create: Free Family Drop-In Program

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 6:30 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Adults (18+)

Explore archaeology and art-making during this duo of free programs for families on select Sundays. Discover artifacts across time in our simulated archaeological dig using trowels and brushes to unco...

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Shababa Jackson Heights

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7:15 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: Baby (0-1), Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8)

Joyful family celebrations in Jackson Heights!

Shabbat B’ivrit (Hebrew Speaking Shabbat Dinner) & Shabbat B’Ivrit After Dark

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Shabbat dinner for Hebrew Speaking Families.

Shabbat B’ivrit (Hebrew Speaking Shabbat Dinner)

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Shabbat dinner for Hebrew Speaking Families.

Violet’s Magic Glasses

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Seussical™ – Theatre Young Audiences

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 4:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Seussical™ – Theatre Young Audiences is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza!

Art Cart

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 5:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Violet’s Magic Glasses

Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

After School Art Explorers: Free Drop-In Program

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Adults (18+)

Preschoolers and elementary school-aged children are invited to explore and create during these drop-in Tuesday afternoon sessions. Inspired by artworks on view, families will encounter a variety of a...

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Stroller Hour

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 4:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

One Saturday each month, families with children ages 5 and under are invited to explore the museum before it opens to the public. Registration is required.

Art Cart

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 5:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Art Cart

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Discoveries (Ages 5–13)—Radical Rendering

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17)

Join us for workshops to talk about and make art!

Fables and Tales—Celebrating Indigenous and Native American Heritage Month

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Sing, dance, listen, and play—it's time for Fables and Tales!

Discoveries (Ages 14–22)—Radical Rendering

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Join us for workshops to talk about and make art!

Violet’s Magic Glasses

Sunday, November 22, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Family Concert: The Pop Ups + Princess Backpack and Benjamin

Sunday, November 22, 2026 at 6:30 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Adults (18+)

Catch the pop grooves and high energy of the Grammy-nominated band The Pop Ups and the joyful, inventive sounds of Princess Backpack and Benjamin along with the rollicking fiddle of Melody Allegra. He...

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Stroller Hour

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 4:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

One Saturday each month, families with children ages 5 and under are invited to explore the museum before it opens to the public. Registration is required.

Art Cart

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 5:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Annie

Sunday, November 29, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Annie

Sunday, November 29, 2026 at 5:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

After School Art Explorers: Free Drop-In Program

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 9:30 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Adults (18+)

art crafts

Teen Tuesdays

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: Teen (13-17)

Drop in for FREE Teen Tuesdays—a monthly hangout where teens come together through art!

art crafts

Art Cart

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 5:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Art Cart

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Annie

Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Annie

Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Hanukkah Family Day

Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 6:00 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Adults (18+)

Enjoy the festival of lights through art and live music at the Jewish Museum! Dance to the original pop tunes of Grammy winner Joanie Leeds. See a dazzling display of more than 130 Hanukkah menorahs f...

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Glow-In-The-Dark Chanukah Family Dinner

Friday, December 11, 2026 at 7:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Join us for a magical night of music, latkes, and light!

Annie

Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Stroller Hour

Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 4:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

One Saturday each month, families with children ages 5 and under are invited to explore the museum before it opens to the public. Registration is required.

Annie

Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Art Cart

Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Annie

Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Annie

Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

After School Art Explorers: Free Drop-In Program

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 9:30 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Adults (18+)

art crafts

Shabbat B’ivrit (Hebrew Speaking Shabbat Dinner)

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Shabbat dinner for Hebrew Speaking Families.

Shabbat B’ivrit (Hebrew Speaking Shabbat Dinner) & Shabbat B’Ivrit After Dark

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Shabbat dinner for Hebrew Speaking Families.

Annie

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Annie

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Art Cart

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 5:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Art Cart

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Annie

Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 12:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Annie

Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

Dig & Create: Free Family Drop-In Program

Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 6:30 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Adults (18+)

art crafts

ShirLaLa Family Concert

Friday, December 25, 2026 at 6:30 AM

📍 Jewish Museum

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Hear the sweet and soulful sounds of Shira Kline , also known as ShirLaLa, in concert as she captivates audiences through vibrant song, playful stories, and dance. Enjoy her rich repertoire of lively ...

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Art Cart

Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 5:30 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Art Cart

Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Guggenheim

Ages: All ages

Every Saturday, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore works on view through artmaking in the galleries. Drop-in; free with museum admission.

art crafts

Monday Painting Lab (Ages 5–8)

Monday, January 4, 2027 at 10:30 AM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Kid (4-8)

Mix your own paints and learn various techniques used in works of art in The Met collection.

Hello, Met! (Ages 2–4)

Wednesday, January 6, 2027 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8)

Dive into stories, songs, and art activities connecting to The Met collection and the world around you!

Thursday Painting Lab (Ages 5–8)

Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 10:30 AM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Kid (4-8)

Mix your own paints and learn various techniques used in works of art in The Met collection.

Friday Stories and Glories: World Mythology (Ages 5–8)

Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Kid (4-8)

Jump into stories, mythology, and folklore from around the globe during this interactive in-gallery program.

Myths and Making: Ancient Greece and Rome (Ages 9–12)

Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 7:00 PM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Preteen (9-12)

Explore connections between art and literature through readings from classical authors, role play, and sketching.

Painting Lab (Ages 9–12)

Friday, January 8, 2027 at 10:30 AM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Preteen (9-12)

Mix your own paints and learn various techniques used in works of art in The Met collection.

Saturday Stories and Glories: World Mythology (Ages 5–8)

Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 5:30 AM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Kid (4-8)

Jump into stories, mythology, and folklore from around the globe during this interactive in-gallery program.

Drawing Adventures (Ages 5–8)

Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 5:30 AM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Kid (4-8)

Experiment with drawing techniques! Learn about composition, color, texture, and materials.

Material Exploration (Ages 5–8)

Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 5:30 AM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Kid (4-8)

Discover art in The Met Collection! Experiment with diﬀerent materials and learn about art concepts.

Drawing in the Galleries (Ages 9–12)

Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 8:30 AM

📍 The Met Fifth Avenue

Ages: Preteen (9-12)

Build drawing skills, including observation, composition, perspective, and shading.

Shabbat B’ivrit (Hebrew Speaking Shabbat Dinner)

Friday, January 22, 2027 at 7:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Shabbat dinner for Hebrew Speaking Families.

Shabbat B’ivrit (Hebrew Speaking Shabbat Dinner) & Shabbat B’Ivrit After Dark

Friday, January 22, 2027 at 7:30 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Shabbat dinner for Hebrew Speaking Families.

92NY Community Chorus Winter Recital

Saturday, January 23, 2027 at 5:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Join us for the winter performance of the Broadway 92NY Chorus!

Broadway 92NY Chorus Winter Recital

Sunday, January 24, 2027 at 3:00 AM

📍 92NY - Lexington Avenue

Ages: All ages

Join us for the winter performance of the Broadway 92NY Chorus!

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