Top New York Family-friendly Shows

See an entertaining magic show at Niagara Falls for a fun nighttime activity after visiting the falls. Pay for your ticket in advance to avoid last-minute hassles and guaranteed admission. Enjoy an interactive, family-friendly live magic show that combines astounding illusions, comedy, and audience participation.

Hailed as “lush, bewitching, and dazzling!” by the New York Times, seeing *The Great Gatsby* live on stage is the ultimate addition to any Big Apple itinerary. Secure your place at this theatrical extravaganza by booking your ticket in advance. You can choose from several different seating options according to your budget.

Few New York City experiences are more rewarding than attending a Broadway show—and the new, family-friendly “Buena Vista Social Club” musical is a great choice for fans of Latin dance and music. Prebook tickets in advance to avoid disappointment, and choose a seating area that works best for your preferences and budget. Then, get ready to enjoy an only-in-New-York spectacle.

Named the "Best of the Year" by over 20 publications, Maybe Happy Ending has won the hearts of critics and audiences everywhere! Starring Emmy® and Golden Globe Award® winner Darren Criss (Glee) and helmed by Tony Award®-winning director Michael Arden (Parade), Maybe Happy Ending is the story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love. Critics say this totally originally new musical is "one of the most visually stunning shows to hit New York in ages" (USA Today) and has "more romantic appeal than a decade's worth of Valentines Day chocolates" (Deadline). The Observer adds "Maybe Happy Ending has rapturous music and lyrics, innovative staging and a superb cast. In short, an extraordinary work of theatre artistry. I love this show and cannot wait to see it again—and often." You cannot miss the most beloved show on Broadway: Maybe Happy Ending.

We’re Inviting You In. Welcome to Santa Carla. Perfect weather. Beautiful beaches. And a charming boardwalk…as long as you ignore all the “Missing” posters. When a mother and her two teenage sons move to town in desperate need of a fresh start, they soon uncover the darker side of this sunny coastal community. While Lucy tries to piece her family’s life back together, Michael keeps pulling away in search of belonging. As he finds connection with a local rock band and its charismatic leader, his younger brother Sam comes face-to-face with a terrifying reality: When night falls, Michael’s new friends are even more dangerous than they first appeared. The Lost Boys is a 2026 Tony Award Winner for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical – Ali Louis Bourzgui and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical – Shoshanna Bean.

Experience The Outsiders, a dynamic Broadway musical and inspiring theater experience in New York. Don't miss this reimagining of the story of friendship and belonging set in 1967 Tulsa. Follow Ponyboy Curtis and the Greasers as they confront societal divides and dream of a more accepting world. Featuring a powerful original score and direction by Danya Taymor, this is a must-see performance.

Experience New York City from a unique perspective at RiseNY, a simulation attraction that combines a bird's-eye view of the city with museum exhibit galleries. Soar over the five boroughs, experience all four seasons, and ring in the New Year year-round, while seated inside a 180-degree projection dome that gives the sensation of flight. Plus, discover New York history and culture in a fun way.

Experience Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway! Seats are assigned at pickup and may include premium orchestra locations for a fraction of typical Broadway prices. Enjoy the excitement of a surprise seat assignment while seeing one of New York’s most spectacular and family-friendly productions in the heart of Times Square. Great value, unforgettable memories, and the chance to score exceptional seats make this a favorite choice for Broadway fans and first-time visitors alike.

James and Lou move from Chicago to London for a fresh start. But as the young couple settles into their new home, Lou is certain that something is... off. And eventually they will both have to grapple with the same truth: Places aren’t haunted - people are. An entirely new story inspired by the iconic film series, Paranormal Activity comes to Broadway direct from smash-hit, critically acclaimed runs in Chicago, Los Angeles, and London.

Greetings and salutations! Welcome to Westerberg High, where popularity is a matter of life and death, and Veronica Sawyer is just another of the nobodies dreaming of a better day. But when she’s unexpectedly taken under the wings of the three beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers, her dreams of popularity finally start to come true. That is until JD, the mysterious teen rebel, turns up and teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it’s murder being a somebody. Please Note: Heathers contains strong language and themes including eating disorders, violence, suicide and sexual violence. Special effects include haze, loud noises (including gunshots), flashing lights, and strobe lights.

Rodney's Comedy Club is an upscale live stand-up venue on the Upper East Side, located in the historic space previously occupied by Dangerfield's. Featuring a glamorous, remodeled art-deco showroom and a fully stocked cocktail bar, it offers nightly performances by both seasoned headliners and rising stars

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Manhattan’s legendary Radio City Music Hall with this small-group tour. Book in advance to guarantee your spot, and gain insight into this historical entertainment hall that you wouldn’t get by attending a show. Learn all about the venue and its performers; explore the art deco foyer and backstage; and enjoy a photo op with a real-life Rockette.

Oh, Mary! is a dark comedy about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80-minute one-act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola). Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Jinkx Monsoon* stars as Mary Todd Lincoln through September 28. Joining her are Oscar® and Emmy® Award nominee Kumail Nanjiani* (Marvel’s Eternals, The Big Sick), 2025 Emmy Award nominee Michael Urie (Apple TV’s Shrinking, Once Upon a Mattress), Jenn Harris (American Fiction, Elsbeth), and original cast member Tony Macht.

Experience the magic of Harry Potter on Broadway in New York City with tickets to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theater. Choose from several different seating options and secure your tickets in advance for this production known for its special effects, and enjoy a family-friendly experience at the theater.

Catch up-and-coming stand-up local and national comedians in action before they become famous at an intimate comedy club in Midtown Manhattan. Enjoy seamless admission with pre-booked show tickets and table service (a 2-drink minimum applies) that ensures you don't miss a minute of the on-stage action.

Direct from London’s West End, Jamie Allan’s Amaze is New York City’s must-see magic sensation. Bold, heartfelt, and unlike anything you’ve experienced before, Amaze blends 80s nostalgia with jaw-dropping, high-tech illusions to create a show that doesn’t just amaze - it moves you. Built around the audience and driven by story, Amaze weaves together theatrical storytelling, dazzling visual effects, mind-bending sleight-of-hand, and moments of pure wonder in an unforgettable experience for ages 5 and up. Currently the highest-rated magic show in New York City, Amaze has wowed critics and audiences alike, shattering box-office records and selling out runs in London’s West End. The Chicago Tribune hailed it as a “masterclass in magic,” The Times named it a Critic’s Pick, and even Penn & Teller were blown away: “You will love this show. We did!” Meet the magicians after the show! Tickets are limited - don’t miss the magic everyone is talking about!

New York doctors Josh and Melissa set out on a couples’ backpacking retreat to rekindle the flame, but instead find themselves in Schmigadoon, a magical town that’s a Golden Age musical come to life. The townspeople won’t stop singing, the bridge out leads nowhere, and the only way to escape is by finding true love—which may or may not be with each other. From Saturday Night Live’s Lorne Michaels and based on the Universal Television and Apple Original award-winning series, this delightfully hilarious musical features a book and Emmy Award®-winning score by Cinco Paul (Despicable Me, The Secret Life of Pets). Schmigadoon! is a love letter to Broadway’s Golden Age wrapped in a modern musical comedy that will leave you with a “song in your heart” (The New York Times)…if you manage to get out. Schmigadoon! is a 2026 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score!

Climb aboard a pedicab—a bicycle-powered cab—for a private ride around New York City's Central Park. Sit back and relax as your guide pedals you past top attractions in the park. Riding in a pedicab will get you around the 843-acre (341-hectare) park much more efficiently than you ever could on foot.

Head down to Hell’s Kitchen’s New World Stages for a family-friendly night out with an admission ticket to the Gazillion Bubble Show. This fun show is sure to keep everyone entertained and get the whole family laughing. Spend 70 minutes with Fan Yang and his family as they put on an entertaining artistic bubble show under the dramatic glow of laser lighting. The show is an ideal length for families.

Hamilton is one of the hottest hits on Broadway in recent years, meaning tickets often sell out. Avoid disappointment by securing your seat in advance. Awarded multiple Tony awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the musical focuses on the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. The show runs approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Spend an afternoon or evening watching the Tony- and Grammy-award-winning musical *Chicago* and guarantee your seats by prebooking your ticket ahead of time. Leave behind the crowds and traffic of New York City and delve into the naughty and notorious world of celebrity criminals with unforgettable songs and sassy choreography.

The legendary rock-‘n’-roll musical takes on new life as a guaranteed party at the legendary Studio 54, staged by Tony Award®-winning Oh, Mary! director Sam Pinkleton. With 51 years of continuous productions, seen by over 35 million people around the world, Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show features some of the most iconic musical show stopping classics of all time, including “Dammit Janet,” “Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a Touch Me,” “Hot Patootie” and of course, “Time Warp,” the party floor-filler. The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids—Brad and his fiancée, Janet—on their way to visit their former college professor when by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a mansion. They meet the charismatic Dr. Frank-n-Furter (played by Luke Evans), Riff Raff, Columbia, Magenta, Eddie, and Rocky. It is an adventure they would remember, for a very long time.

Attend the Metropolitan Opera House's 'La Bohème' and partake in a quintessential New York City theater experience. Enjoy prime seating in the Met's orchestra section and revel in Puccini's iconic opera: a 4-part performance sung in Italian, though sub-titles on the back of each seat make following along a snap. Offerings include both night performances and matinees.