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[title]At Time Out, our mission is to help families take advantage of the best things to do in their city. In light of the coronavirus outbreak, we're here to keep readers informed about the safety precautions in place throughout New York.
Below we've rounded up our go-to family attractions, kids' museums and other destinations that are taking action against the spread of COVID-19. Read on for cancellations and updates. Please note that the best way to stay up to date is to reach out to venues directly. Although many destinations are implementing extra cleaning measures, visitors are encouraged to stay home if they feel sick.
See our post about the NYC DOE's actions against the coronavirus and visit Time Out New York for updates on event cancellations
Here's what we know as of March 23:
The mall and entertainment center will be closed at least until the end of March.
The American Museum of Natural History:
The museum is currently closed.
BAMkids has canceled live performances in the 2020 spring season.
The museum will temporarily close beginning Mar 14.
All branches are closed through at least March 31.
All events through May 10 have been cancelled.
Coney Island opening day:
Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park and Luna Park, which were scheduled to kick off the 2020 season on Apr 4, have postponed their opening dates.
Chelsea Piers is closed until Mar 31.
Children's Museum of the Arts:
The museum is temporarily closing beginning Mar 15.
The Children's Museum of Manhattan:
The museum will be closed beginning Mar 14.
DiMenna Children's History Museum at the New-York Historical Society:
The museum will close beginning Mar 13 at 6pm.
All events for the festival have been postponed indefinitely.
All public programs in March and April have been suspended
The GIANT Room will be closed to the public starting Mar 13, according to an email.
The museum is closed temporarily until further notice.
Performances and screenings have been suspended until May 17.
MSG is currently closed
The Met Fifth Avenue, The Met Breuer and The Met Cloisters will be temporarily closed as of Mar 13. Plans about reopening will be announced next week.
The museum is closed through Mar 30.
The museum is closed until further notice.
The season has been canceled until June 14.
All Major League Soccer Games are delayed through at least April 15
The facility is closed, and all programs are suspended through March 31.
New York International Children's Film Festival:
The final weekend of the festival, Mar 14 and 15, has been canceled.
The museum is closed until April 19.
Opening day is delayed until April 9 or later.
All New York Public Library locations will be closed beginning Saturday, March 14 through (at least) Tuesday, March 31. Friday, March 13 is be the last day the public can pick up holds or borrow books until library locations reopen their doors.
The New York Transit Museum is closed until further notice.
Opening day is delayed until April 9 or later.
Paley Center will remain closed until Mar 31.
All branches are closed until further notice.
The museum will temporarily close beginning Mar 13.
Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling:
The museum is temporarily closed.
Staten Island Children's Museum:
The museum is temporarily closed, and hopes to reopen April 7.
All programs have been suspended through April 1.
Family art projects, held Saturday and Sunday mornings, will be suspended from Mar 14–29.
The Wildlife Conservation Society:
Effective Monday, Mar 16, the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo and New York Aquarium will be closed.