THINGS TO DO IN BROOKLYN & MANHATTAN
IF YOU LOVE SPENDING BEAUTIFUL SUMMER DAYS (AND NIGHTS) OUTDOORS, THERE ARE MANY WONDERFUL THINGS TO DO IN NY AND BROOKLYN, INCLUDING FREE CONCERTS AND MOVIES. THERE ARE ALSO MUSEUMS AND FUN RAINY DAY ACTIVITIES. HERE ARE THE BEST PLACES TO SPEND YOUR SUMMER DAYS.
pickleball at the wollman rink
Pickleball can be played at the iconic Wollman Rink seven days a week from 8 A.M. to 9 P.M. There are 14 brand new permanent pickleball courts. All levels welcome. You do have to reserve a court at www.city-pickle.com/locations/wollman-rink. It will be an expensive game, as at off peak hours, the court costs $80 an hour and on peak it is $120. To find out more, visit www.centralpark.com and check out their event calendar.
Bryant Park
There is so much going on at Bryant Park. Every Monday night, you can grab a blanket, your family and friends for a movie. The lawn opens at 5 and films begin at 8 P.M. Another great way to enjoy the park is through its incredible picnic performances. Which, like the movies, are always free. It’s the easiest way to experience NYC’s extraordinary arts and culture. As if that were not enough, there’s Broadway in Bryant Park where you can see performances from today’s top shows, and there’s always something fun going on for children, including story time, juggling and magic shows. To see all of the amazing activities, visit bryantpark.org/calendar.
Lincoln Center Events
Whether you’re interested in dance, film, opera, theater, jazz, popular music, classical music, or workshops, it’s happening this summer at Lincoln Center. Visit lincolncenter.org/lincoln-center-at-home/calendar to see its eclectic list of events.
the museum of jewish heritage
The Museum of Jewish Heritage, located in Battery Park City in Manhattan, is a living memorial to those murdered in the Holocaust. The museum has received more than 2 million visitors since opening in 1997. For programs and exhibit information visit www.mjhnyc.org.
The Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum is an art museum committed to illuminating the complexity and vibrancy of Jewish culture for a global audience. Through distinctive exhibitions and programs that present the work of diverse artists and thinkers, the museum shares ideas, provokes dialogue, and promotes understanding. It’s located at 1109 5th Ave & East 92nd St, New York. For more information visit thejewishmuseum.org/.
The Brooklyn JEWISH Children’s Museum
Children will have fun as they learn about Jewish history and culture. Activities this summer include a paint workshop, an outer space adventure where kids learn the Hebrew alphabet and a variety of Jewish movies. The museum is located at 792 Eastern Parkway.
little island
Little Island is a beautiful 2.4-acre elevated park that sits above the Hudson River on Manhattan’s west side. The venue hosts a range of free events, all summer long, for visitors of every age. There’s music, comedy, dance and more. Visit www.littleisland.org/events/for more information.
coney island FREE MOVIE NIGHTS
The Flicks on the Beach series brings movie magic to the shoreline. On select Thursday nights throughout the summer, beachgoers can enjoy free film screenings under the stars. For the full schedule and movie lineup, visit www.coneyislandfunguide.com/event-calendar.
Shipwrecked miniature golf
Mini golf and arcade games make Shipwrecked a great place to spend the day. With tons of fun things to do indoors it’s also perfect for a rainy day. Located at 621 Court Street, Brooklyn, reservations are required. For more info visit www.shipwreckednyc.com.
Chelsea Piers Sports &
Entertainment Complex
This sports complex is situated on 28 acres on three piers of the Hudson River. It has a driving range, a bowling alley, an ice skating rink and if you want to take it easy, there’s a pool, as well.
Kids ‘N Action
This is an amusement park with go carts, a roller coaster, an arcade and a toddler section. Take your kids for the day and you’ll be the coolest parents around, located at 1149 McDonald Avenue.
Adventurers Amusement Park
This is a small amusement park in Bensonhurst. It has go karts, bumper cars, little rides, miniature golf and more. Kids will love it. It’s located at 1824 Shore Parkway. For more information visit adventurerspark.com.
The NY Aquarium
Located in Coney Island, this is another great place to spend the day. Admission is free on Wednesdays after 3 P.M. If you want to visit on a Wednesday, purchase your ticket on Monday at 3 P.M. Located at 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn. Call for reservations: 718.265.3474.
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a 52 acre botanical garden within Brooklyn’s Prospect Park.
tHE BRONX ZOO
The Bronx Zoo is world-renowned for its large and diverse animal collection, and its award-winning exhibitions. There are more than 6,000 species that call the Bronx Zoo home. If you have a little one — or a big one — who loves animals, the Bronx Zoo is the perfect place to spend the day. For address, hours and anything else you’d like to know, visit bronxzoo.com.
