Ever since my son started school, there just isn't enough free time for us to enjoy all of the great things New York City has to offer during the holiday season. That's why we love holiday break. We never leave town! Instead, we fill our schedule with awesome museum outings, live stage shows, special meals and magical holiday experiences that we didn't get a chance to enjoy while we were rushing around doing all our gift shopping. Call me crazy, but we even brave the crowds at popular tourist attractions like the New York Botanic Garden's Holiday Train Show, the Rockefeller Center tree and the department store holiday windows.
So here's our gift to you to make the season even more festive: A list of the top 25 things to do with kids in New York City over holiday break, which runs from Saturday, December 21 through Wednesday, January 1. Some of our picks only take place on specific dates, others run the entire time and all are great ways to celebrate the season with your family. Be sure to click the links for all the details, including address and times. And don't forget to download our FREE Mommy Poppins Kids on the Go app before heading out on your holiday adventures so you can find the best family destinations wherever you happen to be in NYC.