Top Things to Do with Kids

You want a museum that actually grabs your kid’s attention, not one where they’re bored in ten minutes — and in New York, the difference between a hit and a miss usually comes down to age and temperament. SoHo Times Square Chelsea Flatiron Midtown Rainy Day A lot of these places look incredible on Instagram […]

You want a New York experience that actually works for ages 5 to 12 — no one zoning out, no one asking when it ends. A live magic show hits that better than almost anything else in this city, and I’ve got the one I’d book first. Day Trip Family-Friendly Indoor Activity 60 Minutes All […]

If your kid has been asking to see a show in New York but a Broadway ticket feels like a gamble on whether they’ll actually sit through it, the off-Broadway scene is where you want to be looking. It’s cheaper, shorter, and often way more interactive — but the real question is which show actually […]

Live magic shows are one of those rare New York experiences that actually work for everyone in your group at once — your 6-year-old, your 12-year-old, and you. And they cost less than half what you’d pay for a Broadway ticket. Family-Friendly Indoor Activity Midtown Off-Broadway Kid-Approved Rainy Day The first time I read the […]

You want to paint pottery with your kid in New York City, and you’re picturing a calm afternoon and a finished piece to bring home. The reality involves about two hours of painting, a two-week kiln wait, and a cost anywhere from free to $65 per person — but the right studio makes the whole […]