Back-to-school season can be expensive, but we’ve found more than 50 free things to do in NYC with kids this September. September in NYC serves up the last few bites of summer fun, with Labor Day weekend. This month also marks the kickoff of fall festivals around NYC with the West Side County Fair, the Rockaways’ sweet NYC Honey Fest, Little Italy’s San Gennaro, and the big book fest in Brooklyn.
The free family fun doesn’t stop there: The Met is opening its brand new play space, Morningside Lights celebrates classic literature, and science geeks can Submerge on the west side.
Read on for more than 50 free things to do in New York City this September with kids, including events in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Find more top events on our always-packed Family Activity Calendar.
As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including addresses and times. And keep in mind: Really cool things to do with kids often book quickly, so register or buy your tickets ASAP.
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