Family Fun at the Backyard at Hudson Yards

Excitement for All Ages

Bring the whole family to Hudson Yards for a season of free interactive entertainment, music, movies, and hands-on activities in the Public Square and Gardens. 

Wells Fargo customers enjoy stroller parking for all events on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here to learn more.

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SPRING FAMILY DAY

In Partnership with Parents 

Celebrate 100 years of Parents with a free, action-packed day of family-friendly entertainment on May 16 at Hudson Yards. 

Kids can sing and dance along at a KIDZ BOP dance party, enjoy a live magic show, and experience a special Mozart for Munchkins concert. Throughout the day, families can also enjoy arts and crafts with Vivvi, balloon artists, face painting, and special shopping and dining offers inside The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards.

Event Schedule

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Public Square and Gardens 

11 AM — Mozart for Munchkins Concert 
1 PM — KIDZ BOP Dance Party with DJ KB 
3 PM — Magic Show

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The Shops and Restaurants 

11AM — 3PM Balloon Artists (Level 1) 
11AM - 3PM — Face Painting (Level 2)

RSVP LINK COMING SOON

FAMILY EVENTS ALL SEASON LONG

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MOZART FOR MUNCHKINS

These free interactive concerts bring the joy of live music to the Public Square and Gardens, where kids can move, dance, and play along. Featuring world-class musicians and a mix of classical, jazz, and global sounds, each performance is designed for curious listeners of all ages.


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Hear the Wild: Animals & City Sounds   May 16 (Spring Family Day)   11am - 12pm   RSVP COMING SOON
Backyar Circus featuring a hula hoop artist   June 27   11am - 12pm   RSVP COMING SOON
Beat in the Feet with a tap dancer   July 18   11am - 12pm   RSVP COMING SOON
Parade and Play   August 15   11am - 12pm   RSVP COMING SOON
MFM at the Movies   September 19 (Family Day)   11am - 12pm   RSVP COMING SOON
Spooky Sounds   October 31   11am - 12pm   RSVP COMING SOON

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Young athletes can build confidence and develop fundamental soccer skills with coaches from Chelsea Piers. Clinics focus on dribbling, passing, and shooting in a fun and supportive environment.

Ages: 6-12

All equipment provided

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and sneakers.


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July 11   10AM - 11AM   RSVP COMING SOON
         
July 12   10AM - 11AM   RSVP COMING SOON
         
July 18   10AM - 11AM   RSVP COMING SOON
         
July 19   10AM - 11AM   RSVP COMING SOON

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CITYPICKLE KIDS CLINICS AT HUDSON YARDS

Introduce young players to pickleball with free clinics led by expert CityPickle coaches. Sessions focus on building confidence while learning the fundamentals of the game. 

Saturdays | August 1 – August 29 

10 AM Clinic: Ages 8–10 
11 AM Clinic: Ages 11–13 

All equipment is provided. Space is limited and reservations open one week in advance.

Special Family Fun Offers at The Shops

Continue the fun with these exclusive offers at The Shops during Family Fun event! To redeem show the Family Fun postcard at the register.

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shake shack

Enjoy 10% off at Shake Shack on Level 4

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magnolia bakery

Enjoy 10% off at Magnolia Bakery on Level 4

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xuxo

Receive a complimentary xuxo with any coffee purchase at Mercado Little Spain

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sweetgreen

Discover a new menu for the little ones featuring roasted chicken, veggies and more at Sweetgreen at 10 Hudson Yards.

REDISCOVER THE NEW HEART OF NEW YORK TODAY

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