From The New York Almanac
Family events in New York City in January 2027
Every dated family event we have checked for January 2027, across the five boroughs and the day trips, with prices and the organizer's own page. January is ice rinks, indoor plans and the museums on cold days, plus the last of the holiday lights in the first week. Updated weekly.
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School break this month: Winter recess, from Thursday, December 24, 2026 to Friday, January 1, 2027 (New York City public schools; school calendar).
Checked October 5, 2026. Every event links to the organizer, where you can book. Times and prices change, so check before you set off.
Sunday, January 3, 2027
The Nutcracker, Sensory-Friendly Performance
1pm, David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center, Lincoln Square, Manhattan
Subway: 1 to 66 St-Lincoln CenterA sensory-friendly performance of the Nutcracker with adjusted lighting and sound, designed for audiences with sensory processing challenges including autism. Organizer
Sunday, January 10, 2027
Free Second Sunday
Whitney Museum of American Art, Meatpacking District, Manhattan · Free
Subway: A/C/E to 14 St or L to 8 AvAdmission to the whole museum is free on the second Sunday of the month, and ages 25 and under are always free. Family programming on these days is not listed on the pages we checked. Organizer
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