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7 Things Your Friends in the Hamptons Can’t Do

Not only does this city not sleep, it doesn’t shut down in the summer, either. Lucky you — you’re here!

By Mimi O'Connor July 27, 2016

Hamptons, schmamptons! You know where it’s all happening this summer? NYC, baby! The city is hosting some one-of-a-kind art exhibits and happenings that are perfect for fun and super cool family outings. From dance parties and awesome sculptures to a room filled with balloons and beyond, you and the kids can hit up some amazing, ultra Instagram-worthy spots before school starts, no soul-crushing LIRR trip required. Click through to start planning!

MoMA P.S. 1 Warm Up

It's never a bad time to go to MoMa PS1, but the contemporary art museum is especially festive during its summer "Warm Up" series. On Saturdays throughout the season, the expansive courtyard is transformed into a steamy, arty dance party with DJs, music performances and food and drink. Is it a bit of a scene? Sure, but in addition to offering groovy sounds and people, the event also invites an artist or collective to create a site-specific environment for the series as part of the Young Architects Program (YAP) installation; this year's Warm Up features a colorful women canopy by Mexico City-based architecture firm Escobedo Soliz Studio. (Warning: your child may try to recreate it upon returning home.)

Get there early before the hipster crush, then escape to the A/C of the museum for some art and a snack in the cafe. And if you and the kids have never experienced James Turrell's Meeting, check it out. (The piece is not always open, but if you can get in, don't miss it!)

Moma PS 1 Warm Up
Saturdays through August 27
Tickets: $22 in advance; $25 day of
Dorrs at Noon; music from 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.
22-25 Jackson Ave.
Long Island City
718-784-2084
Online: momaps1.org

photo: Louise R. via Yelp

What are you enjoying in NYC this summer? Tell us in the comments below!

—Mimi O’Connor