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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!

Rockaway!

You may have seen the posters on the subway and thought, "What the heck is that crazy pink house?" (Well, we did.) It's Rockaway! by German artist Katharina Grosse, and another art experience brought to you by the folks at MoMA P.S. 1. The artist transformed Fort Tilden's decaying aquatics building — and some areas and trees beyond — using brightly colored spraypaint. The building was rendered structurally unsound by Hurricane Sandy, and in scheduled to be demolished later this year. The installation is a continuation of MoMA PS1’s ongoing collaborative programming alongside the Rockaway Artists Alliance that began with collaborating on rescue efforts immediately following Hurricane Sandy in 2012. (See MoMA website for directions; exact location of the piece is here.)

Through Nov. 30, 2016
Thurs. - Sun., Noon- 6 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Gateway National Recreation Area at Fort Tilden, New York
Free
Online: momaps1.org