New York Aquarium

Harry Potter™: A Forbidden Forest Experience

Mon, Nov 9 · 5:30 PM

Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park · Yorktown Heights

WESTCHESTER! WE ARE COMING BACK! ✨ And this time, the forest is bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever 🪄 🚨 The wait is officially over… WE ARE OPEN! 🚨 Grab your tickets today! 🚨 ⚡ F️LASH DEAL: 50% SAVINGS ON MONDAY TICKETS ⚡ ️ The wait is officially over! Harry Potter ™ : A Forbidden Forest Experience makes its triumphant return to Westchester packed with all-new characters, fantastic creatures, and magical moments that will leave you spellbound. Step into the depths of a dark woodland illuminated like never before. Follow the mist, brave the shadows, and revisit the iconic scenes from the Harry Potter Films that defined a generation. Are you ready to step into the dark? Experience the Magic by the Numbers: 💡 Over 4,000 individual lights transform the trail into a glowing wonderland 🐾 Over 20 life-sized magical creatures lurking within the trees 🪄 6 interactive spell moments to test your wandwork 🎬 Over 15 iconic film recreations brought vividly to life 🦌 A breathtaking Patronus moment 🍺 Over 50 F&B options (including themed treats & drinks!) 🛍 Over 100 items of exclusive merch to take the magic home Highlights 🏞 Follow a woodland trail through a spellbinding forest full of interactive moments and spectacular lighting and sound effects 🐴 Venture further along the illuminated trail and uncover magical creatures from the Harry Potter ™ and the Fantastic Beasts ™ films, such as a Hippogriff, unicorns, Nifflers, and more ✨ Ready your wand as you cast spells and even conjure a Patronus 🍽 Enjoy a selection of delicious food and drink inspired by the world of Harry Potter ™ 📸 Take plenty of fun photos to capture magical memories from the evening's adventure General Info ⏳ Duration: approx. 60–90 minutes (the walking trail will take approx. 45–75 minutes) 📍 Location: FDR State Park, 2957 Crompond Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome! ♿ Accessibility: please be aware that this is a woodland walk. The pathway is not a hard surface in the majority of areas. There will be motorized scooters for adults that can be utilized and hired. Please see the FAQs below for more information 🚐 For large group bookings, like student groups, corporate or private events, please visit here 💰 Price: ticket prices will start at $35.90 for adults and $28.90 for children 🎁 Gift memories to someone special! Purchase a gift card here ❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here 🚆 Getting there by Public transportation from NYC 🗽 Centrally located between Metro North Hudson Line ’s Peekskill and Croton-Harmon stations, trains are available every 15-30 minutes departing from Grand Central Station in Midtown Manhattan. From there, you will need to hop in a cab/rideshare from the train station. On average, the total journey from Grand Central to the experience is 75-90 minutes. Admission to the event will be through the Taconic State Parkway entrance only. Please check your GPS directions are not routing through the U.S. Route 202 / Crompond Road entrance which will be closed. Description Ready your wand and cast spells, come face-to-face with magical creatures and scenes from the movies, and enjoy a spellbinding Forbidden Forest experience based on the Harry Potter ™ and Fantastic Beasts ™ films. Celebrate the wizarding world and explore breathtaking moments in an unforgettable experience. With 2 million visitors across 16 cities worldwide, don't miss this opportunity and get your tickets today for Harry Potter ™ : A Forbidden Forest Experience in New York! All characters and elements are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. Anglia is a trademark owned and licensed by Ford Motor Company.

New York Scavenger Hunt - Mystery Walk with Pub & Cafe Stops

Tue, Nov 10 · 9:00 AM

Duarte Square · Hudson Square

🎁 Gift this experience to your loved ones! Click here to check out our gift card. Tickets for New York Scavenger Hunt - Mystery Walk with Pub & Cafe Stops 🎫 General Admission for 1 person Highlights 🔍 Prepare to be challenged with puzzles and trivia that will test your wit and ingenuity 🌟 Discover hidden gems like the Ghostbuster HQ and pay homage to ancient Chinese philosophers 🍻 But it's not all puzzles and history – enjoy rest stops at some of the city's best bars and cafes, where you can relax, recharge, and mingle with fellow adventurers General Info 📅 Date: various dates available (select during purchase) 🕒 Time: start your self-guided tour anytime you want ⏳ Duration: 2 hours 📍 Start location: Duarte Square 👤 Age requirement: the adventure is suitable for all ages. Children should be accompanied by an adult. 📲 Please see your ticket for essential post-purchase information Description Explore the hidden treasures of Manhattan like never before with this immersive walking tour through the historic streets of Tribeca and vibrant Chinatown! Join a winding journey along the city's famous buried canal as you uncover the secrets and stories that lie beneath the surface of these iconic neighborhoods. From the last surviving structure of 17th century NYC to the remains of a Revolutionary War prison, each step will reveal a piece of the city's rich history. Don't miss your chance to uncover the secrets of Tribeca and Chinatown with this one-of-a-kind walking tour experience. Get your tickets now for the New York Scavenger Hunt - Mystery Walk with Pub & Cafe Stops!

New York Aquarium

Tue, Nov 10 · 10:00 AM

New York Aquarium · Coney Island

Tickets for New York Aquarium in New York City 🎫 Entry for 1 to NY Aquarium - includes entrance to the aquarium, admission to all exhibitions and animal interactions such as 4-D theater, feedings, and Aquatheater (availability and schedules are subject to weather, capacity, mechanical and/or animal-related issues) Children ages 2 and under enter free of charge Highlights 🐧 An intimate peek into marine life featuring penguins, sharks, and more! 🎬 Exclusive Aquatheater sea lion shows 👪 The perfect family-friendly day out General Info 📅 Date and time: various dates and times available 🕒 Opening hours: daily from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 📍 Location: NY Aquarium 👤 Age requirement: Children under 2 access free. Under-18's must be accompanied by an adult 🐕‍🦺 Service animals may be brought into the aquarium but must be kept on a leash ✅ Safety measures will be in place throughout the experience, see your ticket for more details ❓ For this event, all sales are final and tickets can’t be refunded, changed or modified. For more information, please refer to our T&Cs Description The New York Aquarium offers an intimate peek into the underwater world with a variety of aquatic displays, starring penguins, sea lions, sharks and more! From the Aquatheater's sea lion shows to the conservation-minded displays of Glover’s Reef, there's plenty to keep the most excitable budding marine biologist transfixed for hours! Get your tickets for New York Aquarium in New York City! BlackFriday2026

Museum of the City of New York

Tue, Nov 10 · 10:00 AM

Museum of the City of New York · East Harlem

Tickets to Museum of the City of New York + This Is New York Exhibition 🎫 General Admission for 1 - includes entry to the Museum and all its exhibitions, and the possibility to join a drop-in tour (English Only), and free headsets with translations for Timescapes (Spanish, French, and Chinese) * Visitors under 20 get in for free, no ticket required (must show ID). Reduced tickets are available for seniors (65+) and students, both will need to show a valid ID Highlights 🏙️ A celebration of NYC's vibrant past, present, and future 🏛️ Access to the permanent and temporary exhibitions at the museum 👪 The perfect family-friendly day out 🍎 Learn everything you didn’t know about the Big Apple General Info 📅 Date and time: various dates and times available (select during purchase) 🕒 Opening hours: daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 📍 Location: The Museum of the City of New York 👤 Ages: all ages welcome, visitors under 20 get in for free, no ticket required ✅ Safety measures will be in place throughout the event ❓ For this event, all sales are final and tickets can’t be refunded, changed, or modified. For more information, please refer to our T&Cs Description The world's most famous metropolis comes under the spotlight at the Museum of the City of New York, which celebrates the city's vibrant past, present, and future. Learn about its famous residents, like Jay-Z, Walt Whitman, and J.P. Morgan, and discover stories of innovation and struggle that are a part of the Big Apple's fabric. How do you relate to the vision of generations of immigrants, politicians, tycoons, dreamers, builders, and ordinary New Yorkers? Get your tickets now! BlackFriday2026

Thanksgiving Craft – Turkey Suncatchers

Mon, Nov 9 · 4:00 PM

Coney Island Library · Coney Island

Make turkey suncatchers, perfect decorations for Thanksgiving. The craft session takes place at Coney Island Library and is free to attend.

Chess Class with Vladimir Mazo

Mon, Nov 9 · 4:00 PM

Coney Island Library · Coney Island

Learn how to play and improve your game, with help from chess instructor, Vladimir Mazo!

Camp Maritime Weekends

Sat, Nov 14 · 9:00 AM

Camp Maritime · Coney Island

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Sat, Nov 14 · 11:00 AM

Coney Island, Meeting Room 2 · Coney Island

In this special seven-session reading readiness series, families enjoy stories and activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices, rooted in the Science of Reading. Exploring literacy, science, and math through music, stories, art, and play will help you and your child get ready for school! Families will receive free materials to continue the learning and fun at home. For children ages 3–5 and their caregivers.