# Things to do with kids in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan (25) > 25 places and programs for kids in and around Hamilton Heights, Manhattan (11 free): playgrounds, sports, dance. Includes Harlem Stage Kids Day and… URL: https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/manhattan-hamilton-heights/ [Home](https://littlegotham.com/) / [Manhattan](https://littlegotham.com/borough/manhattan/) / Hamilton Heights ## Things to do with kids in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan 25 places and programs for kids in and around Hamilton Heights, Manhattan (11 free): playgrounds, sports, dance. Includes Harlem Stage Kids Day and Riverbank State Park. [Filter & map these](https://littlegotham.com/explore/?boro=Manhattan&nb=Hamilton+Heights) 11 free 12 indoor ### By category Art 1 Dance 3 Galleries 1 Libraries 1 Museums 1 Music 1 Playgrounds 8 Play spaces 2 Sports 3 Swimming 1 Theater 3 ### Nearby neighborhoods [Manhattanville](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/manhattan-manhattanville/) · [Harlem](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/manhattan-harlem/) · [Concourse](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/bronx-concourse/) · [Washington Heights](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/manhattan-washington-heights/) · [Morningside Heights](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/manhattan-morningside-heights/) [Harlem Stage Kids Day](https://littlegotham.com/activity/harlem-stage-kids-day/): Hamilton Heights Free Harlem Stage Harlem Stage opens its Gatehouse venue for a free Saturday of live children s music and performance by well-known kids artists, paired with an outdoor book fair where families can pick up free books. During the school year the organization also runs student matinees with pre-show workshops and artist Q&As. All ages Sat [Riverbank State Park](https://littlegotham.com/activity/riverbank-state-park/): Hamilton Heights Kids free New York State Parks A 28-acre state park built on top of a Hudson River wastewater plant, packed with sports facilities: indoor and outdoor pools, a covered rink for ice skating in winter and roller skating the rest of the year, a running track, courts, fields, playgrounds and a carousel. Kids can join low-cost youth programs in basketball, baseball, hockey, skating and more. Ages 2–17 [Children s Art Carnival](https://littlegotham.com/activity/children-s-art-carnival/): Hamilton Heights Price on site A historic Harlem nonprofit art center with a gallery and low-cost community workshops in watercolor, printmaking, clay and crochet. Teens and families can join zine-making sessions and family art days tied to exhibitions. Ages 4–17 Sat, Sun Indoor [Hamilton Grange National Memorial](https://littlegotham.com/activity/hamilton-grange-national-memorial/): Hamilton Heights Free National Park Service Alexander Hamilton s restored country home in St. Nicholas Park, where free ranger-led tours show where the Founding Father lived with his family. A must for young Hamilton fans. Ages 6–17 Wed–Sun Indoor [Riverbank State Park Pools](https://littlegotham.com/activity/riverbank-state-park-pools/): Hamilton Heights $2 New York State Parks Riverbank s aquatic center has a 50-meter indoor pool used year-round plus an outdoor pool in summer. Families can do open swims for a tiny fee, and the park runs swim instruction for kids. Ages 3–17 Daily Indoor [Riverbank State Park Skating Rink](https://littlegotham.com/activity/riverbank-state-park-skating-rink/): Hamilton Heights Kids $5 NY State Parks A covered rink high above the Hudson in Riverbank State Park that offers ice skating in winter and roller skating the rest of the year. It is one of the most affordable places in Manhattan for kids to skate. Ages 3–17 Fri–Sun [Dance Theatre of Harlem School](https://littlegotham.com/activity/dance-theatre-of-harlem-school/): Hamilton Heights Price on site Dance Theatre of Harlem A historic Harlem ballet school where kids from age 3 train in classical ballet plus other styles. Upper levels require an audition. Ages 3–17 Indoor [Hamilton Grange Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/hamilton-grange-library/): Hamilton Heights Free The New York Public Library Kids can pick out picture books, early readers and graphic novels, and the branch runs NYPL s free early-literacy story times for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Its entire third floor is a roughly 4,400-square-foot Teen Center for ages 13–17, with computers, a media room and a performance space, while younger kids use the children s room. All ages Indoor [Harlem School of the Arts - Media & Design](https://littlegotham.com/activity/harlem-school-of-the-arts-media-design/): Hamilton Heights Price on site Harlem School of the Arts Harlem s landmark arts school offers traditional and digital visual art instruction for young people through its Media & Design program. Students can also join a pre-professional track for teens. Ages 4–17 Indoor [Harlem School of the Arts – Music](https://littlegotham.com/activity/harlem-school-of-the-arts-music/): Hamilton Heights Price on site Harlem School of the Arts At the Herb Alpert Center on St. Nicholas Avenue, Harlem kids take private lessons and group classes in music alongside dance, theater and media arts. Serious teens can join a preparatory program for ages 12 to 18\. Ages 3–17 Indoor [Harlem School of the Arts Dance](https://littlegotham.com/activity/harlem-school-of-the-arts-dance/): Hamilton Heights Price on site Harlem School of the Arts HSA s dance program in Harlem offers ballet, modern, jazz, tap and hip-hop for kids from age 2\. Students perform in recitals at the school s theater. Ages 2–17 Indoor [Harlem School of the Arts Drama Program](https://littlegotham.com/activity/harlem-school-of-the-arts-drama-program/): Hamilton Heights Price on site Harlem School of the Arts Harlem School of the Arts offers drama classes where kids and teens build acting skills and perform, as part of a multidisciplinary school that also teaches music, dance and visual art. Classes follow a seasonal catalog, with a fall 2026 session. Ages 4–17 Indoor [Harlem School of the Arts Summer Arts Experience](https://littlegotham.com/activity/harlem-school-of-the-arts-summer-arts-experience/): Hamilton Heights Price on site Harlem School of the Arts HSA s summer day camp lets kids rotate through music, dance, theater and musical theater at the school founded in 1964 by singer Dorothy Maynor. It s a way to try several performing arts in one summer. Ages 5–12 Indoor [KBL Studios](https://littlegotham.com/activity/kbl-studios/): Hamilton Heights Price on site KBL Studios (Kids Breaking League) A Harlem community dance and art space rooted in Hip Hop culture and home base of the Kids Breaking League. Kids and adults take breaking and movement classes in person or online, and the studio can be rented for kids birthday parties. All ages Indoor [Riverbank State Park Youth Sports & Travel Teams](https://littlegotham.com/activity/riverbank-state-park-youth-sports-travel-teams/): Hamilton Heights Price on site NY State Parks Riverbank s athletic complex sponsors youth travel teams in basketball, baseball, football, ice hockey and figure skating. The park also has an 8-lane track with a football and soccer field, tennis and basketball courts and a softball field. Ages 6–17 [Harlem Studio Playground](https://littlegotham.com/activity/harlem-studio-playground/): Hamilton Heights $25 An indoor playground in Hamilton Heights where kids climb, slide and explore during timed open-play sessions. It also hosts birthday parties, offers memberships and runs a summer camp. All ages Indoor [Riverbank State Park Carousel](https://littlegotham.com/activity/riverbank-state-park-carousel/): Hamilton Heights $1 NY State Parks (Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park) A seasonal carousel inside the rooftop Riverbank State Park overlooking the Hudson, where little ones can take a ride for a dollar. The same park also has playgrounds, a splash area, pools and a skating rink, so it s easy to make a day of it. Ages 1–12 [Alexander Hamilton Playground](https://littlegotham.com/activity/alexander-hamilton-playground/): Hamilton Heights Free NYC Parks Families in Hamilton Heights use Alexander Hamilton Playground as an everyday outdoor play spot, with play structures for younger children and open space to run around. It is free and requires no reservation. Ages 1–12 Outdoor [Annunciation Playground](https://littlegotham.com/activity/annunciation-playground/): Hamilton Heights Free NYC Parks Annunciation Playground is a neighborhood playground in Hamilton Heights run by NYC Parks, where local kids climb, slide and swing close to home. It works well for a quick after-school or weekend play break. Ages 1–12 Outdoor [Arlington Edinboro Playground (St. Nicholas Park)](https://littlegotham.com/activity/arlington-edinboro-playground-st-nicholas-park/): Hamilton Heights Free NYC Parks Arlington Edinboro Playground (St. Nicholas Park) is a local NYC Parks play space in Hamilton Heights where kids can climb, slide and play with neighborhood friends. It is free to use and open to all. Ages 1–12 Outdoor [Carmansville Playground](https://littlegotham.com/activity/carmansville-playground/): Hamilton Heights Free NYC Parks A go-to for Hamilton Heights families, Carmansville Playground has play equipment suited to young children and room for active games. It s a convenient stop for short outdoor play sessions. Ages 1–12 Outdoor [Jacob H. Schiff Playground](https://littlegotham.com/activity/jacob-h-schiff-playground/): Hamilton Heights Free NYC Parks Jacob H. Schiff Playground is a neighborhood playground in Hamilton Heights run by NYC Parks, where local kids climb, slide and swing close to home. It works well for a quick after-school or weekend play break. Ages 1–12 Outdoor [Palisades Playground (Riverside Park)](https://littlegotham.com/activity/palisades-playground-riverside-park/): Hamilton Heights Free NYC Parks This NYC Parks playground in Hamilton Heights gives children a fenced place to climb, slide and let off steam. It is a handy neighborhood stop for young children and their caregivers. Ages 1–12 Outdoor [Riverside Park Playground near W 142nd St](https://littlegotham.com/activity/riverside-park-playground-near-w-142nd-st/): Hamilton Heights Free NYC Parks Families in Hamilton Heights use Riverside Park Playground near W 142nd St as an everyday outdoor play spot, with play structures for younger children and open space to run around. It is free and requires no reservation. Ages 1–12 Outdoor ### Quick answers How many places and programs for kids are there in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan? LittleGotham lists 25 places and programs for kids in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan. The largest groups are 8 playgrounds, 3 sports programs, 3 dance programs. Are there free things to do for kids in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan? Yes. 11 of 25 are free to attend, including Harlem Stage Kids Day, Hamilton Grange National Memorial, Hamilton Grange Library. What can kids do indoors in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan on a rainy day? 12 listings are indoors, such as Children's Art Carnival, Hamilton Grange National Memorial, Riverbank State Park Pools. --- 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)