Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Things to do in Lower Manhattan

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Winter Games Return to Battery Park City Ball Fields

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Join the team from Battery Park City and get active outdoors. Kids 7 and older are invited to play soccer, flag football, hockey and more, outdoors with kids from Lower Manhattan. The outdoor fun is organized by BPC Ballfields staff for organized activities, or they can play on their own. Equipment provided and it is free! 

Dates: Recurring Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Time: 3:30 – 5:00 pm

Location: West St. between Murray & Warren Sts. (Battery Park City Ballfields) 

Ages: 7 years old and up

Fee: Free

For more information, please visit here

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Celebrating Portugal at 6 River Terrace

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Discover Portugal through a musical journey of lively, interactive, improvised piano with “I Will Play Your Soul” by multi-award winning pianist, composer and producer, Renato Diz, supported by ARTE Institute. Create your own Lisbon inspired azulejo tiles. Art project is designed for ages 4 yrs and above.

Date: Saturday, January 12th

Time: 4:00pm Art Project // 4:45pm Musical Performance

Location: 6 River Terrace – Battery Park City Parks

Fee: Free

Age: all ages

For more information, visit their website HERE

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Voice and Digital Music Production at Battery Park City Library

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French Storytime at the Battery Park City Library

 

Learn how to use Soundtrap to record your own voice and create digital music! Class size is limited. First come, firstserved.

Date: Thursday, January 10th (recurring select Thursdays)

Time: 4:00pm

Location: 175 North End Avenue – Battery Park City Library 

Fee: Free

Age(s): 6 — 12 years old. A caregiver’s help may be needed for younger grades. 

For more information visit their website HERE

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Curling & Company Ice Rink Activities at Pier 17

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Curling & Company Ice Rink Activities at Pier 17

 

Beginning on January 8th, Winterland Rink becomes a no-skate-zone every Tuesday from 3 pm until close. Try curling, ice pong, corn holes, and even show off your artistic talent by painting the ice! All of these activities are enjoyed in shoes rather than skates. 

The intro session on January 8th is FREE. All other sessions will have a fee attached (see below). 

FiDi Families Insiders: Footwear must be flat (sneakers or boots are recommended). There are no age restrictions to participate in the 3 pm – 6 pm session, however, children may not be carried on the ice. Curling rocks are heavy, and that activity may not be suitable for kids under 8 years old. However, the other activities offered are suitable for participants of all ages. The 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm session is restricted to adults 21 and over.

Date(s): Tuesday’s January 8th – March

Time: 3 pm – 9:30 pm 

Age(s): Recommended for 8 and older, though some activities may be suitable for younger kids

Cost: Open Age sessions = $15/per person and Adult sessions = $20/per person

Location: Pier 17 Ice Rink

To register and learn more, please visit their website HERE

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Scrooge, Gilbert, and Sullivan at the Amore Opera Riverside Theatre

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The classic Dickens tale A Christmas Carol has been transformed into a thrilling new music theatre piece—Scrooge & Gilbert & Sullivan—featuring a new book and lyrics by Nathan Hull. A holiday tradition begun last year, this limited-run production will include musical highlights from 11 works by Gilbert & Sullivan, including the beloved Mikado, Pirates of Penzance, and H.M.S. Pinafore. Performances, which will take place in the well-appointed and intimate 200-seat Riverside Theatre, worth the train ride out of the neighborhood!

Date + Time: 
Thursday evening, December 27, 2018, 7:30 pm
Friday afternoon, December 28, 2018, 2:30 pm
Saturday evening, December 29, 2018, 7:30 pm
Sunday afternoon, December 30, 2018, 2:30 pm.

Location: Riverside Theatre at Riverside Church, 91 Claremont Avenue (near 121st Street,) New York, NY 10027

Fee: For tickets at $45 adults; $35 seniors/students/children under 12; $35 – $25 partial view.
Please visit www.amoreopera.org or call 1 866-811-4111.

Age(s): All ages, especially for older kids

For more information visit their website HERE

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The Playroom from Fatherly in SoHo

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The Playroom from Fatherly in SoHo

 

Come experience the reveal of Fatherly’s 100 Best Toys of 2018, featuring an RXBAR Kids jump pit, a LEGO® art gallery for kids to display their creativity, and a littleBits workshop designed to discover your inner super hero. The Playroom features a jam-packed activity schedule filled with musical performances, storytime and arts & crafts that’ll entertain parents and kids alike. And on Sunday, stop by for a free picture with Santa!

Date: Thursday, December 6th through Sunday, Decemberber 9th

Time: 10 am – 6 pm

Location: 140 West Broadway (The Playroom)

Fee: Free with RSVP

Age: All ages

For more information and to RSVP, please visit their website HERE

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Shop Early. Get Rewarded. Gift with Purchase program.

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Shop Early. Get Rewarded. Gift with Purchase program.

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Shop Early. Get Rewarded.

Spend $100 or more at Westfield World Trade Center and receive a $25 Westfield Reward Card. Visit the Westfield website HERE to plan your visit, including the best deals & events. And simply bring your receipt(s) to Concierge in the Oculus to redeem this offer.

FiDi Families Insiders: While supplies last. Must be same day sales. Limit one per customer per day. Not eligible on purchases from Apple or Holiday Market kiosks.

For full terms & conditions, please visit the website HERE

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