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Rosalind Muggeridge

Rosalind Muggeridge spent 10 years working at non-profit museums in London and NYC before transitioning to freelance writing after having kids. She spent 4 years as the events editor at NY Metro Parents. A long-time Brooklyn resident, Rosalind and her family love calling the borough home.

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NYC Hotels with Views of the 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Fri, 09/19/2025 - 11:23am

Take in views of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade at the JW Marriott Essex House New York.

Chances are you're not even thinking about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade yet. After all, we still have Halloween to get through! But anyone familiar with NYC hotels will tell families looking to book an NYC hotel room where they can watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2025 to begin doing so up to a year ahead of time. If you want to score one of these NYC hotels with a view of Snoopy, Spidey, Bluey, and friends, you've got to plan in advance.

It's not just NYC tourists who splurge on hotels for the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've had many New Yorkers write in asking which NYC hotels look out on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route. While some of these NYC hotels still have availability as of this writing, call right away, as everything will likely sell out. If you do get shut out, it's worth checking closer to Thanksgiving since there are sometimes last-minute cancelations.

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17 Things To Do in Crown Heights, Brooklyn with Kids

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Mon, 09/15/2025 - 11:05am

The Brooklyn Children's Museum is a cornerstone of fun in the Crown Heights neighborhood. Photo by Winston Willams/courtesy of the museum

Crown Heights, Brooklyn may be well known for its rich cultural history and tree-lined blocks, but it also boasts plenty of under-the-radar gems for families looking for a fun outing. Whether your crew is into exploring world-class museums, discovering neighborhood playgrounds, or grabbing a sweet treat after a day of adventure, Crown Heights offers plenty of kid-friendly activities well worth the trip.

Crown Heights is easy to reach by subway, making it a great option for a full day of exploring. Families find plenty of opportunities to learn, play, and unwind together—plus plenty of delicious food to fuel the fun. From iconic institutions, like the Brooklyn Children’s Museum, to local neighborhood spots like community markets and family-friendly restaurants, here are our picks for the best things to do in Crown Heights, Brooklyn with kids. Find more Brooklyn enclaves to explore in our Brooklyn Kids Guide.

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Beyond the Bounce House: Only-in-NYC Birthday Party Spots for Your Little New Yorker

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Sun, 07/13/2025 - 2:41pm

A birthday party on the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid is a unique birthday celebration that your child will love.  Photo courtesy of the Intrepid

Forget pizza in the party room and been-there-done-that trampoline parks—this is New York City, after all! When it comes to finding the best NYC kids' birthday parties, the options are as unique and exciting as the city itself. From birthday parties at world-class museums with hands-on fun to immersive play spaces you won’t find anywhere else, we’ve rounded up the most unique, only-in-NYC birthday party venues for kids that promise a celebration your child—and their guests—won’t soon forget.

So, whether you’ve got a budding artist, a junior scientist, or an energetic explorer, there’s a perfect party spot waiting in the five boroughs. Read on for our picks for the most unique, only-in-NYC birthday party venues and find more ideas for all ages and interests in our Kids' Guide to Birthday Parties in NYC.

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17 Best Things To Do in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn with Kids

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Mon, 07/07/2025 - 11:41am

Flying Apple is the perfect place for play dates, parties, exploring, playing, and climbing! Photo by Diana Kim

From the quiet, tree-lined brownstone streets to the bustling business districts along Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenues, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brookyn has something for everyone. With a deep-rooted history of Black residents, the neighborhood is recognized as one of the earliest free Black communities in the United States. Drawn by its rich cultural history, beautiful architecture, close-knit community, and plethora of Black-owned businesses, Bed-Stuy is one of the best corners of Brooklyn.

Bordered by Flushing Avenue to the north, Atlantic Avenue to the south, Classon Avenue on the west, and Broadway on the east, most of the neighborhood is easily accessible by the A, C, and G trains, along with several bus lines. But one of the best ways to experience Bed-Stuy is on foot.

From community markets to public art to family-friendly restaurants, here are the best things to do in Bed-Stuy with kids. Find more Brooklyn enclaves to explore in our Brooklyn Kids Guide.

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Trendy NYC Experiences Kids Absolutely Love

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Sun, 07/06/2025 - 8:43am

Grab the cutest cotton candy in NYC at Fluffy Algodón. Photo courtesy of Fluffy NYC

New York City is seemingly always bursting with exciting, new things to do, and these new, trendy NYC kids' experiences are guaranteed to keep your crew cool, curious, and completely entertained. Whether your child has a sweet tooth, craves sushi, or loves being creative, NYC has rolled out a fresh lineup of trendy experiences tailor-made for family fun.

We’ve rounded up 14 of the hottest new spots around the city that are turning heads (and filling social media feeds) with their innovative designs, interactive elements, and one-of-a-kind fun. So grab your kids and sense of adventure—these are the trendy destinations NYC kids won’t stop talking about. We've got even more new-to-NYC experiences and destinations in our NYC Kids' Guide to News and Openings.

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Comedy Shows in NYC for Laugh Out Loud Fun

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Mon, 06/16/2025 - 2:09pm

 Milk & Cookies is a monthly family-friendly comedy show at the West Side Comedy Club.

Everyone could use more laughter in their lives, and thankfully, New York City isn’t just home to world-class children's museums and family-friendly Broadway blockbusters—it’s also host to hilarious comedy shows for kids of all ages. Whether your crew loves slapstick, silly songs, or improv, there's a kid-friendly comedy show in NYC that will have the whole family in stitches.

These NYC comedy shows for kids prove you don’t need a screen to have a good time—just a stage, some quick wit, and a whole lot of silliness. And, because these shows are specially curated for kids, grown-ups don't have to worry about the content being too adult. From interactive comedy acts where kids can shout out suggestions to laugh-out-loud sketch shows designed for family audiences, here are our picks for the best comedy shows for kids in NYC.

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28 Best Things To Do in Red Hook, Brooklyn with Kids

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Thu, 06/12/2025 - 11:51am

The historic Red Hook neighborhood combines pretty views with industrial flair. Photo by Marley White for NYC Tourism + Conventions

Flanked by family-friendly Carroll Gardens and Park Slope, the awesome neighborhood of Red Hook is teeming with things to do with kids, including epic views, historic buildings, family restaurants, waterside parks, an Olympic-size outdoor pool, a mini-golf course, and FREE kayaking.

Earning its name in the 17th century due to its crooked shape and ruddy landscape, the neighborhood has come a long way since its days as a hangout for infamous gangster Al Capone. It is bordered by the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway to the east, and water to the west, north, and south.

A lack of easy public transportation means this waterfront gem maintains its refreshingly quiet vibe. Although it's not easily accessible by subway, the ferry, bus, and Citi Bike via the Brooklyn Greenway are all great ways to get here. Read on for our list of the 28 best things to do in Red Hook with kids, and happy exploring!

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Best Mother's Day Brunch in NYC

Submitted by Rosalind Muggeridge on Mon, 04/21/2025 - 9:44am

Enjoy a delicious Mother's Day brunch at Victory Garden Cafe in Astoria. Photo by Sydney Ng

Mother's Day brunch reservations in NYC don't make themselves. With the holiday fast approaching, on Sunday, May 11, 2025, consider this your reminder that it's time to start planning a special Mother's Day brunch for the well-deserving mothers in your life. Speaking from experience, all moms want is a little time off.

We've rounded up a host of scrumptious NYC restaurants for Mother's Day brunch in 2025. These family-friendly restaurants are in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx. And, if that's not enough, we have tons more picks in our NYC Kids' Guide to Family-Friendly Restaurants.

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