# Stores for kids in NYC (67) > 67 stores for kids across all five boroughs of New York City, 44 of them free. Toy and book shops with events. Includes Nintendo New York and M&M's Store… URL: https://littlegotham.com/category/stores/ [Home](https://littlegotham.com/) / Stores ## Stores for kids in NYC 67 stores for kids across all five boroughs of New York City, 44 of them free. Toy and book shops with events. Includes Nintendo New York and M&M's Store Times Square. [Filter & map these](https://littlegotham.com/explore/?cat=stores) 44 free 67 indoor ### Stores by borough [Stores in Manhattan 26 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/manhattan/stores/) · [Stores in Brooklyn 23 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/brooklyn/stores/) · [Stores in Queens 8 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/queens/stores/) · [Stores in the Bronx 3 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/bronx/stores/) · [Stores in Staten Island 7 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/staten-island/stores/) [Nintendo New York](https://littlegotham.com/activity/nintendo-new-york/): Midtown Free Nintendo Nintendo s two-level flagship at Rockefeller Center, where kids can try the latest Switch games and browse Mario, Zelda and Pokémon merchandise. Upstairs, a small display shows off vintage Nintendo consoles. All ages Daily Indoor [M&M s Store Times Square](https://littlegotham.com/activity/m-m-s-store-times-square/): Theater District Free Mars A two-story candy destination with a towering wall of M&M s in every color and flavor. Kids can mix custom blends and print personalized candies with messages or pictures in a couple of minutes. All ages Daily Indoor [Barnes & Noble Avenue A](https://littlegotham.com/activity/barnes-noble-avenue-a/): East Village Free Barnes & Noble A large general bookstore with a dedicated children s book section where kids can browse picture books, early readers, and toys and games. The chain hosts periodic in-store kids storytimes and author events that are free to attend. Ages 0–12 Indoor [Barnes & Noble Fifth Avenue](https://littlegotham.com/activity/barnes-noble-fifth-avenue/): Midtown Free Barnes & Noble A large general bookstore with a dedicated children s book section where kids can browse picture books, early readers, and toys and games. The chain hosts periodic in-store kids storytimes and author events that are free to attend. Ages 0–12 Indoor [Barnes & Noble Staten Island Mall](https://littlegotham.com/activity/barnes-noble-staten-island-mall/): New Springville Free Barnes & Noble A large general bookstore with a dedicated children s book section where kids can browse picture books, early readers, and toys and games. The chain hosts periodic in-store kids storytimes and author events that are free to attend. Ages 0–12 Indoor [Barnes & Noble Union Square](https://littlegotham.com/activity/barnes-noble-union-square/): Union Square Free Barnes & Noble A large general bookstore with a dedicated children s book section where kids can browse picture books, early readers, and toys and games. The chain hosts periodic in-store kids storytimes and author events that are free to attend. Ages 0–12 Indoor [LEGO Store Flatiron District](https://littlegotham.com/activity/lego-store-flatiron-district/): Flatiron Free The LEGO Group A LEGO shop in the historic Toy Center building across from Madison Square Park, with a Pick & Build wall and a station to build your own minifigure. Free Little Builder classes are offered for toddlers and preschoolers. Ages 2–17 Mon–Sat Indoor [Stay Forever (Forever Young Kids)](https://littlegotham.com/activity/stay-forever-forever-young-kids/): Ridgewood Price on site Stay Forever A gift shop with a big kids section stocking toys, craft kits, STEM sets, plush, picture books and kids clothing. It also runs weekly baby and toddler classes including music and movement, creative movement and storytelling with puppets. Ages 0+ Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri Indoor [Books of Wonder](https://littlegotham.com/activity/books-of-wonder/): Flatiron Free The city s oldest and largest independent children s bookstore, packed with picture books, middle-grade and YA titles, plus rare illustrated editions and original book art. Kids can browse freely and come for frequent author signings and book-launch events. Ages 0–12 Daily Indoor [Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co.](https://littlegotham.com/activity/brooklyn-superhero-supply-co/): Park Slope Free 826NYC A tongue-in-cheek superhero supply shop selling capes, gadgets and student-written books. Behind a secret door is 826NYC s free creative-writing center, which runs after-school and weekend workshops for kids. Ages 6–17 Tue–Sun Indoor [Build-A-Bear Workshop (Bay Plaza)](https://littlegotham.com/activity/build-a-bear-workshop-bay-plaza/): Co-op City Price on site Build-A-Bear Workshop Kids pick a plush animal, help stuff and finish it, then dress it up with outfits and accessories. The store also hosts birthday parties. Ages 3–12 Daily Indoor [Clever Monsters](https://littlegotham.com/activity/clever-monsters/): Sheepshead Bay Free A Sheepshead Bay kids shop stocked with educational toys, games, arts and crafts supplies and DIY toy-making kits. It also carries children s books, including multilingual titles. Ages 0–14 Daily Indoor [Grandma s Place](https://littlegotham.com/activity/grandma-s-place/): Harlem Free A Harlem shop full of books and toys for babies through young adults, with a strong selection of culturally diverse titles. Shelves also hold dolls, puzzles, building sets, STEM projects, costumes and instruments, and the store posts events on its calendar. All ages Wed–Sun Indoor [Greenpoint Toys](https://littlegotham.com/activity/greenpoint-toys/): Greenpoint Free A long-running neighborhood toy shop on Manhattan Avenue carrying name-brand toys, games and gifts for all ages. Staff help families find the right present and offer layaway. Ages 0–14 Daily Indoor [Ibiza Kidz](https://littlegotham.com/activity/ibiza-kidz/): Gramercy Price on site A children s boutique offering professional shoe fittings along with kids clothing, baby gifts and toys. Kids get their feet measured for new shoes and can browse scooters, swimwear and NYC-themed gifts. All ages Daily Indoor [LEGO Store Fifth Avenue](https://littlegotham.com/activity/lego-store-fifth-avenue/): Midtown Price on site The LEGO Group LEGO s Fifth Avenue flagship lets kids design their own minifigure, fill cups from the Pick & Build wall and turn a portrait into a brick mosaic. Preschoolers can join free Little Builder classes, and the store runs special events throughout the year. Ages 2–17 Daily Indoor [Mary Arnold Toys](https://littlegotham.com/activity/mary-arnold-toys/): Upper East Side Free A family toy store operating in New York since 1931, stocked with toys, games, books, and gifts for kids of all ages. Children can explore the aisles of classic and new toys while parents get help from staff with gift picks. Ages 0–12 Daily Indoor [Montasy Comics NYC](https://littlegotham.com/activity/montasy-comics-nyc/): Murray Hill Free Montasy Comics A second-floor shop near Bryant Park selling comics, pop-culture collectibles and trading card games like Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh! and Disney Lorcana. It s a gathering spot for young card players and comic fans. Ages 8–17 Daily Indoor [Steph s Creativity Corner](https://littlegotham.com/activity/steph-s-creativity-corner/): Tottenville Price on site A South Shore Staten Island shop stocked with educational toys, teaching supplies and personalized gifts. Kids can also come for craft classes, special events and birthday parties. Ages 0–12 Tue–Sun Indoor [The LEGO Store Staten Island](https://littlegotham.com/activity/the-lego-store-staten-island/): New Springville Price on site The LEGO Group A LEGO brand store where kids can design their own minifigure, fill cups from the Pick & Build wall, and shop the latest sets. Preschoolers can join free Little Builder classes for ages 2-5\. Ages 2–17 Daily Indoor [Words on Warren](https://littlegotham.com/activity/words-on-warren/): Tribeca Free A cozy Tribeca bookshop devoted to children s books, aimed at getting kids hooked on reading. It hosts events and workshops and offers signed copies and personalized books. Ages 0–14 Daily Indoor [American Girl Place New York](https://littlegotham.com/activity/american-girl-place-new-york/): Midtown Price on site American Girl (Mattel) A two-level doll store where kids can style their dolls, get salon services for themselves and their dolls, and eat at a café with special doll seating. It also hosts birthday parties and a doll repair hospital . Ages 3–12 Indoor [Book Culture LIC Storytime](https://littlegotham.com/activity/book-culture-lic-storytime/): Long Island City Free Book Culture The Long Island City branch of Book Culture runs weekend storytimes for young children. Kids listen to read-aloud picture books and then explore the store s children s books and toys. Ages 0–6 Sat, Sun Indoor [Book Culture on Broadway Storytime](https://littlegotham.com/activity/book-culture-on-broadway-storytime/): Morningside Heights Free Book Culture This Morningside Heights bookstore has a large children s and toy section and hosts free weekly storytimes. Little ones gather to hear picture books read aloud, then browse books and games. Ages 0–6 Fri, Sun Indoor ### Quick answers How many stores for kids are there in New York City? LittleGotham lists 67 stores for kids in New York City. Are there free stores for kids in New York City? Yes. 44 of 67 are free to attend, including Nintendo New York, M&M's Store Times Square, Barnes & Noble Avenue A. What can kids do indoors in New York City on a rainy day? 67 listings are indoors, such as Nintendo New York, M&M's Store Times Square, Barnes & Noble Avenue A. Which boroughs have the most stores? Manhattan (26), Brooklyn (23), Queens (8). --- LittleGotham: things to do with kids in New York City. [Home](https://littlegotham.com/) · [Search](https://littlegotham.com/explore/) · [llms.txt](https://littlegotham.com/llms.txt) · [Sitemap](https://littlegotham.com/sitemap.xml) · [Open data (JSON)](https://littlegotham.com/data/activities.json)