Best Amusement Parks near NYC for Toddlers and Preschoolers

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. [Best Amusement Parks near NYC for Toddlers and Preschoolers]( [Jenkinson's Boardwalk in Point Pleasant, NJ, offers a classic summer experience. Photo by Margaret Hargrove] If you're looking for amusement parks for toddlers and preschoolers near NYC, there's no need to seek out the latest scary high-tech roller coasters. For young children, a ride on a carousel’s painted pony, a spin with dad around the bumper car track, and a dripping swirl of frozen custard are the stuff summer memories are made of. Happily, several amusement and water parks in or near the New York City metro area offer these kinds of tame attractions. Here's our roundup of theme parks perfect for the pint-sized. Find more seasonal rides in our [Theme and Water Parks Guide]( families. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [Mother's Day Weekend 2024 in NYC: NYBG Garden Party and More Things To Do with Kids]( [Visit the Queens County Farm Museum's Sheep Shearing Festival to see the sheep get their annual haircuts. Photo courtesy of the QCFM] Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for Mother's Day weekend 2024. Take it easy this Mother's Day weekend with a movie under the stars, including [Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie]( in Prospect Heights and [Remember the Titans]( in Marcus Garvey Park. Treat mom to a [glorious garden party at the NYBG]( or [make giant flowers]( at the Old Stone House, and enjoy [Japan Day]( on the Upper West Side. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( 🌹 BEST OF MAY 🌹 [Best Things To Do This May]( Mother's Day celebrations, spring festivals, Fleet Week, and more fill our May bucket list in NYC. [Read More >]( ⭐ SPONSORED ⭐ [Lullaby Project Celebration Concert]( A concert celebrating families through a wide range of genres. Get your tickets today! [Learn More >]( 🌸 SEASONAL GUIDE 🌸 [Spring Fun Guide for NYC Kids]( Here are the best seasonal events for NYC kids, including carnivals, day trips, and more. [Read More >]( 🌹 BEST OF MAY 🌹 [Best Swimming Lakes near NYC]( Take a dip in the fresh air and freshwater at these family-friendly swimming lakes near NYC. [Read More >]( 🌹 BEST OF MAY 🌹 [A Guide to Visiting Legoland]( This sprawling theme park offers tons of fun for young thrill seekers. [Read More >]( 🌹 BEST OF MAY 🌹 [Best Beach Clubs near NYC for Families]( These local beach clubs offer fun in the sun, plus lots of extras. [Read More >]( 🌹 BEST OF MAY 🌹 [35 Water Games for Kids To Play]( Splish-splash! We've got loads of cool water games. [Read More >]( 🌹 BEST OF MAY 🌹 [Take a Trip to Kid-Friendly Destin, Florida]( The best activities, restaurants, hotels, and more for families in Destin, Florida. [Read More >]( 🌹 BEST OF MAY 🌹 [75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day]( Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory. [Read More >]( Copyright © 2024 Mommy Poppins, All rights reserved. You are getting this email because you subscribed to our newsletters on MommyPoppins.com Our mailing address is: Mommy Poppins 511 Avenue of the Americas #504New York, New York 10011 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from all Mommy Poppins emails](. [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( [YouTube](