Free and Low-Cost After-School Programs in New York City for Kids and Families

Mommy Poppins 8/15 7:00P Jody Mercier

There are tons of low-cost after-school programs for sports, arts, and academics with offerings across all five boroughs. Find a great NYC program for your kids, no matter their age or interest. After a summer of expensive entertainment, we could...

A Perfect Day in Warwick, New York, with Kids: A Hudson Valley Day Trip Itinerary

Mommy Poppins 8/8 7:00P Samantha Woods

Plan a perfect family day trip to Warwick, New York. Discover the best local farms, parks, and kid-friendly dining in this scenic Hudson Valley enclave. Just over an hour from New York City, Warwick, New York, is the kind of small town that makes...

2026 U.S. Open Fan Week: How to attend for free and see Roger Federer on the court

NBCNewYork.com (Entertainment News) 7/31 7:47A Julia Elbaba

Fan Week is returning to New York City, bringing a week of free, high‑energy tennis to the iconic grounds of the U.S. Open from Aug. 23-29.

NYC Heat Wave Survival Guide: Free & Fun Ways To Keep Kids Cool

Mommy Poppins 7/30 7:00P Diana Kim

Struggling with an NYC heat wave? Discover the best free and fun ways to keep kids cool this summer in NYC. As summer weather sizzles, we're searching for the best things to do to beat the heat in New York City. There's no denying the heat and...

Best Things To Do with Kids in NYC in August 2026, From to Mommy Poppins Editors

Mommy Poppins 7/25 7:00P Drew Kristofik

There's still plenty of summer fun to be had, and this jam-packed list of the best things to do in August proves it. Summer's not over, and there are so many fun things to do in New York City this August! Enjoy outdoor movies and concerts, summer...

City of Water Day, Fearless Girl Block Party, and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids

Mommy Poppins 7/21 7:00P Drew Kristofik

These are the best things to do in New York City with kids all weekend long. Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list. This weekend, the whole town...

WABC-TV’s ‘Eyewitness News’ announces major shakeup in its roster of reporters

NYPost.com (Media) 7/20 3:56A Ariel Zilber

A longtime fixture of New York City television news has quietly signed off.

‘Stranger Things’ star Millie Bobby Brown surprises adorable NYC kids with acting lesson: ‘She’s so...

NYPost.com (Entertainment) 7/17 4:58A Xavier Serrano

Millie Bobby Brown surprises the students of PS 84 on New York City's Upper West Side with an unforgettable lesson in the art of acting for film.

20 Best NYC Parks and Playgrounds for Summer Birthday Parties

Mommy Poppins 7/11 7:00P Jody Mercier

Planning a summer birthday party in NYC? Discover the best parks and playgrounds for kids' celebrations. From permit-friendly spaces to spots with great amenities, find the perfect outdoor venue for your child's next big day. Savvy DIY parents...

Tinder activity surges by 34% in NYC, NJ during World Cup — and most lovebirds are international

NYPost.com (Living) 7/4 2:00A Angela Barbuti

They're trying to score. Tinder users in New York City and New Jersey are having a ball benefiting from the influx of visitors to MetLife Stadium for the World Cup.

A fairytale at MSG: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding set to take place

NBCNewYork.com (Entertainment News) 7/3 7:45A Kimberlee Kruesi | The Associate

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding is set for Friday at Madison Square Garden. It is expected to be an elaborate event inside the iconic New York venus. A city permit obtained by The Associated Press shows the wedding is scheduled to start at...

Swifties swarm NYC as Madison Square Garden is abuzz ahead of Swift-Kelce wedding

NBCNewYork.com (Entertainment News) 7/3 7:04A Kaitlyn Huamani | The Associated

Scores of Taylor Swift fans and inquisitive passersby are braving the New York City heat to satiate their curiosity about what many are calling the wedding of the century and the American equivalent of royal nuptials.

Best Water Parks for Toddlers near NYC

Mommy Poppins 7/2 7:00P Jody Mercier

Discover the best water parks near NYC for toddlers and preschoolers. From gentle splash zones and zero-depth entry pools to stress-free day-pass options, these top our list. When temperatures soar, there are always New York's FREE neighborhood...

4th of July Weekend 2026 in NYC: Fireworks, Festivals, and More Things To Do with Kids

Mommy Poppins 6/30 7:00P Drew Kristofik

Here are the family-friendly events we're looking forward to during this long 4th of July weekend, from fireworks to street fests and America 250 celebrations. Looking for the best things to do in New York City this 4th of July weekend? Here are...

Best Things To Do with Kids in NYC in July 2026, from Mommy Poppins' Editors

Mommy Poppins 6/27 7:00P Drew Kristofik

Cue the fireworks, because July is here, bringing with it tons of 4th of July fun, America's 250th birthday, and plenty more family-friendly things to do in New York City. Cue the fireworks, because July is here, bringing with it tons of 4th of...