by Carnegie Hall (Weill Music Institute)
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Carnegie Hall hosts free and low-cost family concerts and activities for kids up to about age 10, including interactive Musical Explorers family shows and Big Note, Little Note programs for the youngest listeners. It's a gentle way to experience a world-famous concert hall.
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Events scheduled through the season
Many events free or low cost
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Ages 0–10.
Many events free or low cost
Events scheduled through the season
881 7th Ave, 10019, in Midtown, Manhattan.
Yes. Carnegie Hall Family Events is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Carnegie Hall (Weill Music Institute): carnegiehall.org.
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