News & Openings in NYC

Something new is always opening in New York City, which is what makes this city such a fantastic place to live! Check out all the new openings and best things to do in NYC right now with kids. We've rounded up the best new exhibits, parks, theme parks, entertainment venues, outdoor art, and NYC restaurants opening now across the city. Visit our News & Openings Guide for NYC to see the latest.

New Openings for Kids in NYC
The American Museum of Natural History debuted the Gilder Center last spring. Photo by Jody Mercier
The Coolest New Stuff for Families in NYC Metro Area – Our 2023 Review
There are a variety of hands-on stations at the 81st Street Studio, the new STEM and art-inspired play space at The Met.
New Art-and-Play Space Opens at Metropolitan Museum of Art
There's plenty of action in the 40,000-square-foot Complete Playground.
Massive New Indoor Play Space Complete Playground Opens in FiDi
Invisible Worlds is one of the new exhibitions at the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation set to open at the American Museum of Natural History on Thursday, May 4.
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AMNH's Gilder Center Opens Bringing Butterflies, Bugs, and More Kid-Friendly Exhibits
Budgie Landing invites guests into the habitat of 1,000 free-flying mini-parrots for a chance to feed them from a stick.
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Bronx Zoo's New Budgie Landing Lets You Interact with the Birds
Chelsea Piers, one of our favorite romping spots for families, has debuted a brand-new location in the heart of Brooklyn.
New Chelsea Piers Brooklyn Opens in Prospect Heights

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The Bronx Zoo's new Animal Chronicles walking trail brings a bit of art and history to one of the city's wildest attractions.
Bronx Zoo Kicks Off 125th Birthday Celebration with New Exhibit, Season-Long Special Events
The Bronx Zoo is celebrating its big birthday all summer long, and you're invited!
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Mercer Labs is a brand new immersive museum where seeing is believing.
Step into the Future at Mercer Labs a New, Mind-Blowing Immersive Museum in FiDi
Enjoy the mash up of science and art at this new tech-inspired FiDi museum.
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The Intrepid Museum's Space Shuttle Pavilion is the backdrop for a brand new exhibit dedicated to the advent of space travel.
Intrepid Museum's Spectacular New Apollo Exhibit Is an Epic Look at the Space Race
Relive the magic of the space race with the Intrepid Museum's largest temporary exhibit.
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Take to the skies on Legoland New York's new Minifigure Skyflyer. Rendering courtesy of the resort
From Six Flags' The Flash to Legoland's Minifigure Skyflyer Here Are the Top Attractions Coming to Theme Parks near You
Tap into your sense of adventure with these new theme park rides and attractions.
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BABYTOPIA is presented by PediaGROW
Announcing Mommy Poppins' First Baby Show and New PLAYTOPIA Event Series
BABYTOPIA is interactive and fun with loads of cool activities.
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The American Museum of Natural History debuted the Gilder Center last spring. Photo by Jody Mercier
The Coolest New Stuff for Families in NYC Metro Area – Our 2023 Review
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