Open Right Now
Kid-friendly spots that are open and events happening right now.
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Brushland Eating House
Bovina, Delaware County
Brushland Eating House is a favorite among locals, weekenders and travelers alike. The food here is fantastic, featuring local, seasonal fare and a menu that changes weekly. On Thursday and Fridays you can order from their a la carte menu but on Saturdays they offer one seating and serve a three course, family-style meal. Tickets for Saturday seatings need to be purchased in advance (beer & wine is served a la carte). Doors open at 6 pm and dinner begins promptly at 7 pm.
💡 While they don't offer a kids menu, coloring pages or toys like other restaurants on our list, they are very accommodating and welcoming to kids and parents with children of all ages in-tow!
Catskill Recreation Center
Arkville, Delaware County
A Clean recreation center featuring a large, heated indoor pool plus a gym and yoga classes. Catskill Recreation Center's mission is to offer year-round swimming, fitness, and recreational opportunities that promote healthy lifestyles for people of all ages from the surrounding communities. Important to note: Pool hours differ from regular operating hours; check the website for pool-specific hours. Minimum age required to use the gym is 13 years old.
💡 We love Family Swim Nights, every Friday from 4 - 7pm in the family pool - just $15 per family!
Hamden Inn
Hamden, Delaware County
Delicious food, a staple kids menu, activities corner with books and toys and an outdoor seating area with picnic tables under string lights make Hamden Inn a great kid-friendly restaurant in the Catskills.
Iorio Park
Cobleskill, Schoharie County
💡 The older wooden playground is no more but has since been replaced with a modern playground.
Kingston Library
Ulster County
Public library in Kingston, NY that offers programming for adults, kids and teens.
💡 Wonderful Children's Library and Teen Room
Maple Ridge Park
Selkirk, Albany County
This busy neighborhood park features large grass areas, a playground, a basketball court, walking path, picnic areas, and a sledding hill.
Neahwa Park
Oneonta, Otsego County
Neahwa Park offers plenty of recreational opportunities within walking distance of downtown Oneonta. Try the newly completed 1.2 mile loop around the park, or extend your walk through Catella Park to the trails at New Island. **Neahwa Park features:** • 1.2 mile loop trail • Playgrounds • Picnic pavilions (reservations recommended) • Hodges Pond • Skateboard park • Two dog parks (one for small dogs, one for large dogs) • Tennis and basketball courts • Sand volleyball court • Multi-use fields • Softball field • Damaschke Field, home of the New York Collegiate Baseball League’s Oneonta Outlaws (Catella Park, which is next to Neahwa Park, features multi-purpose fields used for baseball, softball and soccer. )
Robert W. Nichol Nature Preserve and Science Center
Hancock, Delaware County
The Nature preserve offers groomed nature trails that allow visitors to identify flora, fauna, a wide variety of trees, and the observance of bird and animal life. Located throughout the trails you'll find various picnic areas to relax and enjoy the outdoors. If you are visiting during undesirable weather a covered pavilion and picnic area is available at the science center. The Science Center is complete with study facilities, worktables, study lights, and science room equipment that provides an enhanced science-based educational experience for scheduled visits. They offer monthly programs for children and families and the building is available to use for private parties and events for a nominal fee.
The Andes Hotel
Andes, Delaware County
The Andes Hotel is nestled in the heart of a charming Catskills town and invites locals and visitors alike to experience the warmth and timeless hospitality of this historic community. They offer ten stylish, cosy rooms, landscaped gardens and outdoor bar for alfresco eating and drinking in the warmer months. The hotel is the scene of many great happenings throughout the year, including live music performances, curated feasts, parties, firework displays, karaoke nights and private events.
💡 Hours shown are for the restaurant.
William B. Ogden Free Library
Walton, Delaware County
Public Library in Walton that offers free adult and kids programming including, Sensory Play, Story Time, Cereal Cinema and Lego Club.