Family Shows in New York

Family-friendly theatre, circus shows, magic performances, and live entertainment in New York.

  • Updated: November 4, 2026
  • 17 Venues

New York, NY, offers a variety of family-friendly entertainment, from children's theatre and circus acts to magic shows, puppetry, and live stage performances. Find upcoming family shows, performance dates, venues, seating options, and tickets throughout the area.

  • 2,542 Upcoming Shows
  • Nov 4 Next Show
  • $18 Lowest Price
  • $315 Average Price
  • Next Family Show:
  • MJ - The Musical
  • Nov 4 · 1:00 PM · Neil Simon Theatre
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Family Shows by Dates

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Family Shows Schedule 2026

Upcoming family performances updated daily.
Upcoming Family Shows: 2,542
  • Nov 04, 2026, 1:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY: MJ - The Musical at Neil Simon Theatre • 1,445 seats, 250 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019. From $89, Avg. price ~ $662, Tickets Remaining: 18. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 1:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: Hamilton at Richard Rodgers Theatre • 1,319 seats, 226 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $292, Avg. price ~ $336, Tickets Remaining: 3. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 2:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: Maybe Happy Ending - A New Musical at Belasco Theatre - NY • 1,016 seats, 111 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $401, Avg. price ~ $437, Tickets Available: 57. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 2:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY: Hadestown at Walter Kerr Theatre • 975 seats, 219 W. 48th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $79, Avg. price ~ $568, Tickets Remaining: 19. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 2:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: Operation Mincemeat at John Golden Theatre • 804 seats, 252 W. 45th St., New York, NY 10036. From $129, Avg. price ~ $243, Tickets Remaining: 8. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 3:00 PM Wed — HOLIDAY: Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall • 6,015 seats, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020. From $55, Avg. price ~ $109, Tickets Available: 3439. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY: Aladdin at New Amsterdam Theatre • 1,702 seats, 214 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036. From $46, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 271. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — HOLIDAY: Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall • 6,015 seats, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020. From $60, Avg. price ~ $135, Tickets Available: 5003. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — OFF-BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: The Play That Goes Wrong at New World Stages: Stage 4 • 350 seats, 340 West 50th Street, New York, NY 10019. From $120, Avg. price ~ $412, Tickets Available: 133. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: Harry Potter and The Cursed Child at Lyric Theatre - New York • 1,938 seats, 213 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036. From $143, Avg. price ~ $1,514, Tickets Available: 68. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY: Maybe Happy Ending - A New Musical at Belasco Theatre - NY • 1,016 seats, 111 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $65, Avg. price ~ $280, Tickets Available: 303. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: The Lion King at Minskoff Theatre • 1,621 seats, 200 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $122, Avg. price ~ $226, Tickets Available: 386. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: MJ - The Musical at Neil Simon Theatre • 1,445 seats, 250 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019. From $206, Avg. price ~ $360, Tickets Available: 273. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: Hamilton at Richard Rodgers Theatre • 1,319 seats, 226 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $262, Avg. price ~ $947, Tickets Available: 49. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MAGIC SHOWS, Best Value: Lucy Darling at Beacon Theatre - NY • 2,894 seats, 2124 Broadway, New York, NY 10023. From $21, Avg. price ~ $118, Tickets Available: 363. View Tickets
  • Nov 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: Hadestown at Walter Kerr Theatre • 975 seats, 219 W. 48th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $130, Avg. price ~ $1,471, Tickets Remaining: 14. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Thu — OFF-BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: The Play That Goes Wrong at New World Stages: Stage 4 • 350 seats, 340 West 50th Street, New York, NY 10019. From $112, Avg. price ~ $353, Tickets Available: 246. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 3:00 PM Thu — HOLIDAY: Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall • 6,015 seats, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020. From $58, Avg. price ~ $139, Tickets Available: 5020. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: The Lion King at Minskoff Theatre • 1,621 seats, 200 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $127, Avg. price ~ $349, Tickets Available: 326. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BROADWAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: Hamilton at Richard Rodgers Theatre • 1,319 seats, 226 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036. From $389, Avg. price ~ $1,978, Tickets Available: 42. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BROADWAY: Operation Mincemeat at John Golden Theatre • 804 seats, 252 W. 45th St., New York, NY 10036. From $80, Avg. price ~ $322, Tickets Available: 185. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — OFF-BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: The Play That Goes Wrong at New World Stages: Stage 4 • 350 seats, 340 West 50th Street, New York, NY 10019. From $102, Avg. price ~ $246, Tickets Available: 311. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BROADWAY, Pay Later Available: MJ - The Musical at Neil Simon Theatre • 1,445 seats, 250 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019. From $158, Avg. price ~ $454, Tickets Available: 476. View Tickets
  • Nov 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — HOLIDAY: Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall • 6,015 seats, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020. From $57, Avg. price ~ $124, Tickets Available: 4804. View Tickets
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Featured Shows for Kids

Popular family performances and live entertainment.
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
HOLIDAY
1260 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020
Upcoming Family Shows: 229
Next Show: Nov 04, 2026 3:00 PM
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Lucy Darling
Lucy Darling
MAGIC SHOWS
2124 Broadway, New York, NY 10023
Upcoming Family Shows: 25
Next Show: Nov 04, 2026 7:30 PM
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Max Davidson
Max Davidson
MAGIC SHOWS
15 Vandam Street, New York, NY 10013
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 10, 2026 8:00 PM
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Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
Ice Show
2150 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003
Upcoming Family Shows: 162
Next Show: Nov 11, 2026 7:00 PM
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Flip Circus
Flip Circus
CIRCUS
Forest Park Drive, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Upcoming Family Shows: 38
Next Show: Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
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CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE
CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE
CHILDREN / FAMILY
30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood, NJ 07631
Upcoming Family Shows: 3
Next Show: Nov 15, 2026 1:00 PM
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Dog Man - The Musical
Dog Man - The Musical
CHILDREN / FAMILY
30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood, NJ 07631
Upcoming Family Shows: 22
Next Show: Nov 20, 2026 7:00 PM
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
HOLIDAY
1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
Upcoming Family Shows: 61
Next Show: Nov 21, 2026 2:00 PM
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Big Apple Circus
Big Apple Circus
CIRCUS
E 96th Street, New York, NY 10029
Upcoming Family Shows: 75
Next Show: Nov 27, 2026 11:00 AM
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A Very Jenn & Mel Christmas Show
A Very Jenn & Mel Christmas Show
HOLIDAY
30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood, NJ 07631
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 29, 2026 3:00 PM
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
A Charlie Brown Christmas
HOLIDAY
250 Bedford Park Blvd., Bronx, NY 10468
Upcoming Family Shows: 72
Next Show: Nov 29, 2026 4:00 PM
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A Very Sw!ng Out Holiday
A Very Sw!ng Out Holiday
HOLIDAY
175 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10011
Upcoming Family Shows: 10
Next Show: Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
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Darlene Love
Darlene Love
HOLIDAY
30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood, NJ 07631
Upcoming Family Shows: 7
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026 8:00 PM
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Clifford The Big Red Dog
Clifford The Big Red Dog
CHILDREN / FAMILY
1000 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083
Upcoming Family Shows: 15
Next Show: Dec 12, 2026 11:00 AM
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Blippi Live
Blippi Live
CHILDREN / FAMILY
Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Upcoming Family Shows: 17
Next Show: Dec 12, 2026 2:00 PM
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Family Shows by Category

Explore family entertainment for children and all ages.

🎭 Children's Theatre
Live stage productions designed for young audiences.
🎪 Circus Shows
Acrobatic performances, family spectacles, and touring productions.
✨ Magic Shows
Illusions, family entertainment, and interactive performances.
🎄 Holiday Shows
Seasonal productions and family celebrations.
🧸 Character Shows
Popular children's characters and family productions.
🎵 Musical Productions
Family musicals and musical theatre performances.
🎨 Educational Shows
Interactive performances combining learning and entertainment.
🎭 Touring Productions
National and international family entertainment events.

Family-Friendly Venues

Theatres and venues hosting family performances.
Barclays Center
Brooklyn, NY
Arena
Upcoming Family Shows: 9
Next Show: Jan 14, 2027
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Beacon Theatre - NY
New York, NY
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 04, 2026
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Bergen Performing Arts Center
Englewood, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 11
Next Show: Nov 15, 2026
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City Winery - New York City
New York, NY
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 3
Next Show: Dec 20, 2026
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Dream Live at American Dream Mall
East Rutherford, NJ
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 9
Next Show: Nov 21, 2026
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Forest Park Cricket Field
Woodhaven, NY
Stadium
Upcoming Family Shows: 28
Next Show: Nov 13, 2026
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Joyce Theater
New York, NY
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 7
Next Show: Dec 01, 2026
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Kings Theatre - NY
Brooklyn, NY
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 6
Next Show: Dec 12, 2026
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Lehman Center for the Performing Arts
Bronx, NY
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 3
Next Show: Nov 29, 2026
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Marx Brothers Playground
New York, NY
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 75
Next Show: Nov 27, 2026
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Mercury Lounge - NY
New York, NY
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Dec 12, 2026
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New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Prudential Hall
Newark, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 6
Next Show: Nov 08, 2026
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Oceana Theater
Brooklyn, NY
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 3
Next Show: Jan 08, 2027
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Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Arena
Upcoming Family Shows: 8
Next Show: Dec 31, 2026
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Radio City Music Hall
New York, NY
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 229
Next Show: Nov 04, 2026
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About Family Shows

Live entertainment for children and families.


Family shows include children's theatre, circus performances, magic acts, touring productions, seasonal events, musicals, educational performances, and live entertainment designed for children, parents, and multi-generational audiences.

Family Shows Overview

Family entertainment at a glance.

Category Examples
Children's Theatre Stage productions for young audiences
Circus Shows Acrobatic and touring family productions
Magic Shows Illusion and interactive performances
Family Musicals Musical theatre and family productions
Holiday Shows Seasonal and festive performances
Character Shows Children's entertainment productions
Educational Shows Learning-focused live entertainment
Touring Productions National and international touring shows