From The New York Almanac
What's on for families on day trips from New York City
Family events a day trip or a weekend away from the city over the next few weeks, in the Hudson Valley, on Long Island, at the Jersey Shore and beyond, each checked against the organizer's page. Part of The New York Almanac, updated weekly.
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Next school break: Italian Heritage Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day (schools closed), on Monday, October 12, 2026 (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.
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