Kid-Friendly Places in White Plains, NY

Free · White Plains · Museums & History · Indoor · Hosts birthdays

ArtsWestchester in White Plains hosts rotating contemporary art exhibitions and offers monthly hands-on gallery workshops for kids ages 5-12 called Family Arts Bash Saturdays.

Family Arts Bash Saturdays are offered once a month and are free; check the website for dates tied to current exhibitions.

White Plains · Dance & Theater · Indoor

Ballet des Amériques is a professional dance company and pre-professional conservatory in White Plains founded by choreographer Carole Alexis, offering classes and training rooted in African Diaspora traditions and multicultural choreography.

Office hours are weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings; call ahead to confirm class schedules and enrollment.

White Plains · Dance & Theater · Indoor

Ballet des Amériques is a professional dance company and pre-professional conservatory in White Plains founded by choreographer and director Carole Alexis, focusing on African Diaspora-rooted choreography and training serious young dancers toward competitive and professional pathways.

This is a competitive pre-professional conservatory, not recreational dance classes.

White Plains · Games & Amusements · Indoor · Hosts birthdays

Bowlero White Plains on Tarrytown Road has 56 lanes with blacklight bowling, a full arcade, billiards, ping-pong, and a sports bar; it's a high-energy venue for kids' parties and family outings.

Book a lane online up to 8 days in advance to guarantee your spot, especially on weekends or evenings.

Free · White Plains · Hiking & Nature · Outdoor

This 8.93-acre circular trail park in White Plains features a half-mile rugged looped path for hiking and exploring nature, plus a StoryWalk with laminated children's book pages placed along the route so kids can follow a story as they walk.

The natural trail is rugged and could be challenging; exercise caution on the path.

White Plains · Shopping

Build-A-Bear Workshop in White Plains lets kids choose a stuffed animal and customize it through an interactive process that includes stuffing, adding sounds, and selecting outfits and accessories.

Staff can get overwhelmed during peak times; consider visiting on weekday afternoons for more attentive service.

White Plains · Shopping

Carter's in White Plains sells baby, toddler, and kids clothing in sizes from preemie to 14, including bodysuits, pajamas, sets, and everyday wear.

Store offers curbside pickup and buy-online-pickup-in-store options for quick errands with kids.

White plains · Dance & Theater

City Center Dance is a kid-friendly fitness & sports spot in White plains.

Free · White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds · Indoor & outdoor · Hosts birthdays

Delfino Park in White Plains is a 17.89-acre recreation hub with two playgrounds, basketball courts, baseball fields, picnic areas with grills, and a covered ice rink; the park hosts year-round programming and welcomes birthday parties and family events.

Park is open dawn to dusk year-round; Ebersole Ice Rink offers public skating and hockey programs seasonally.

White Plains · Party Entertainers & Rentals

DJ Serg Entertainment Group is a kid-friendly arts & creativity spot in White Plains.

White Plains · Sports & Swim · Indoor

East Coast United offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai classes for kids ages 4-12 in White Plains, with separate programs for younger (Lil' Waveriders, 4-7) and older (Waveriders, 7-12) students that balance technique with games and friendship-building.

Arrive 15 minutes early to your first visit to complete a waiver and purchase a visitor pass; bring photo ID.

Free · White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds · Outdoor

East Rumbrook Park in White Plains has baseball and softball fields, basketball and tennis courts, walking trails, and restrooms, plus a separate one-acre fenced dog park with areas for small and large dogs.

The dog park has separate fenced areas for small dogs and all dogs; leashed dog walking is also allowed on the wood trail.

Free · White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds · Indoor & outdoor

Gillie Park in White Plains is an 11-acre multi-use park with separate playgrounds for ages 5-12 and younger children, plus ten lit tennis courts, two lit baseball fields, and a half-court basketball court.

The park has two playgrounds: one designed for ages 5-12 and a separate tot playground for younger kids.

White Plains · Shopping · Hosts birthdays

Girl Again is a resale boutique in White Plains specializing in gently used American Girl dolls, clothing, furniture, and accessories; the shop also hosts birthday parties for children and supports Yes She Can, a nonprofit teaching job skills to young women with autism.

Store hours vary by day; closed Mondays but open Tue 10am-2pm, Wed-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

White Plains · Sports & Swim

Grand Master B.M. Kim's Tae Kwon Do is a kid-friendly fitness & sports spot in White Plains.

White Plains · Sports & Swim · Indoor · Hosts birthdays

Hwarang Taekwondo in White Plains offers Taekwondo classes for ages 3 and up, from 30-minute Little Tiger sessions for preschoolers to 60-minute teen and adult programs, plus family classes where parents train alongside kids.

Little Tiger (ages 3-6) runs 30-minute sessions; older kids attend 45-minute classes, so consider your child's attention span when choosing.

White Plains · Shopping

InnoGoodShop is a kid-friendly shopping spot in White Plains.

White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds

J Harvey Turnure Memorial Park is a kid-friendly nature & outdoors spot in White Plains.

White Plains · Shopping

Janie and Jack in White Plains sells children's clothing for babies, toddlers, and kids in sizes 0–12, with select styles up to size 18, featuring tailored pieces, dresses, and accessories with seasonal themes.

Free · White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds · Outdoor

Kittrell Park in White Plains is a 1.67-acre public park near downtown with a fully inclusive playground, fitness equipment, benches, and picnic tables.

The playground is fully accessible and designed for children with disabilities.

Free · White Plains · Hiking & Nature · Outdoor

Liberty Park in White Plains offers 22 acres of waterfront trails, picnic areas, and lake access on the border with Harrison. The peaceful park includes a kayak launch, benches, and walking paths along Silver Lake, and serves as the site of a permanent September 11 memorial.

Kayak launch available; bring your own kayak or check if rentals are offered through the city.

White Plains · Shopping

Main Street Books is a kid-friendly shopping spot in White Plains.

Free · White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds · Outdoor

Mattison Park in White Plains has a playground designed for children ages Pre-K to 12, with slides, ramps, climbers, and a rubberized safety surface under a shade canopy in the Fisher Hill neighborhood.

No restrooms or parking on-site; plan accordingly before visiting.

White Plains · Shopping · Indoor

Melissa & Doug's first brick-and-mortar store opened at The Westchester mall in White Plains, carrying the brand's wooden toys, puzzles, pretend play sets, and learning materials across 1,600 square feet. Kids can interact with toys on display, including a Fresh Mart section designed like a real supermarket and a measuring station.

Toys are displayed outside boxes throughout the store so kids can see and handle them before buying.

White Plains · Music · Indoor

The Music Conservatory of Westchester in White Plains offers private lessons, group classes, and ensemble programs for kids from pre-K through teens, plus adult learners. The not-for-profit serves over 800 students annually with instruction across all major instruments, voice, music theory, and specialized programs like Suzuki, Musical Munchkins for toddlers, and Theater Arts Prep for high schoolers.

Scholarships available for students age 4 and up; financial barriers are not a block to enrollment.

White Plains · Dance & Theater · Indoor

New York Performing Arts Center is a kid-friendly arts & creativity spot in White Plains.

White Plains · Shopping

Newbury Comics-Westchester Store is a kid-friendly shopping spot in White Plains.

Free · White Plains · Libraries

North Castle Public Library operates two branches serving Armonk and North White Plains with collections of books, e-books, audiobooks, and research materials; the library also circulates museum passes to area attractions including the American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum of Manhattan, and local museums.

Museum passes can be checked out with a library card.

Free · White Plains · Hiking & Nature · Outdoor

Ridgeway Nature Trail in White Plains is a 0.6-mile walking loop with wooden bridges crossing wetland areas, ending near the Scarsdale border and abutting Ridgeway School.

The trail is short enough for younger walkers to complete without fatigue.

Free · White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds · Outdoor

Saxon Woods Park in White Plains spans over 700 acres and offers an 18-hole public golf course, one of Westchester County's largest public swimming pools with a kiddie pool, miles of hiking trails, playgrounds, sports fields, basketball courts, and shaded picnic areas.

The park has a dedicated kiddie pool adjacent to the main swimming pool.

White Plains · Music · Indoor

School of Rock White Plains offers performance-based music instruction combining private lessons and group rehearsals, with students learning to play rock songs and performing at local venues every few months.

Students perform at local White Plains music venues every few months, not just in recitals at the school.

White Plains · Art & Maker Studios · Indoor · Hosts birthdays

Slip Studio is a pottery and ceramics studio in White Plains where families, beginners, and experienced makers take weekly hand-building classes, drop-in workshops, and special events like Family Clay Date (ages 8+) designed for parents and kids to create together.

Family Clay Date runs monthly on Sunday afternoons for ages 8 and up.

White Plains · Music · Indoor

Starworks Music Studios in White Plains offers private lessons in piano, violin, and voice, along with group music theory and aural skills classes for enrolled students. Instructors are active classical musicians who customize individual study plans after assessing each student's level.

Trial lesson recommended first; contact studio to schedule and discuss your child's goals and experience level.

White Plains · Dance & Theater · Indoor

Steffi Nossen School of Dance in White Plains teaches ballet, modern, jazz, tap, hip hop and afrobeats to children 18 months through teens, plus adaptive classes for kids and adults with cognitive and physical disabilities, and drop-in adult classes.

Core classes accept new enrollees through the end of February; technique classes have year-round open enrollment and prorated tuition.

Free · White Plains · Shopping

The LEGO Store in White Plains stocks LEGO sets and offers hands-on play experiences including a Pick & Build Wall where kids mix and match bricks, a Build a Minifigure station for customization, and rotating Creative Workshops.

The Pick & Build Wall lets kids scoop and mix hundreds of brick colors and shapes; inventory changes regularly so each visit feels different.

White Plains · Shopping

Thomson's Art Supply in downtown White Plains stocks professional art materials, drafting supplies, and hobby equipment across two floors, plus offers custom framing with archival materials and on-site conservation.

Store stocks basic kids' arts and crafts supplies alongside professional lines, so you can find beginner materials without searching elsewhere.

White Plains · Sports & Swim · Indoor

Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts in White Plains offers karate and mixed martial arts training for children ages 3 and up, with a Cubs pre-school program starting at 3 years old and a main kids program beginning at 5 years. Classes run 45 minutes and combine self-defense, fitness, and character development with an emphasis on discipline and confidence.

Private beginner sessions are offered for first-time students; no prior experience or special gear needed, just wear sweats and a t-shirt.

Free · White Plains · Parks & Playgrounds · Outdoor

Travis Hill Park in White Plains offers sports facilities, a playground, picnic areas with grills, and walking paths through landscaped grounds suitable for families and community recreation.

The park has a running track, baseball/soccer field, basketball and tennis courts, plus a playground for kids.

White Plains · Shopping

Undiscovered Realm in White Plains sells trading cards, Funko Pops, collectible figures, and gaming merchandise with a focus on Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, and anime-related collectibles.

White Plains · Games & Amusements · Indoor

The Westchester County Center in White Plains hosts concerts, trade shows, sporting events, and other entertainment year-round, with on-site parking and access to public transportation.

White Plains · Dance & Theater

Westfall Boyle O'Rourke Academy of Irish Dance is a kid-friendly fitness & sports spot in White Plains.

White Plains · Dance & Theater · Indoor

Westfall Boyle O'Rourke is a competitive Irish dance academy with locations in White Plains and New Rochelle, serving dancers of all levels from beginner through competitive. The school is affiliated with CLRG, the world's largest Irish dance organization, and its dancers compete at local, regional, national, and international levels.

Free introductory class available; contact the academy to schedule.

White Plains · Museums & History · Indoor

The White Plains Historical Society preserves local history through the Jacob Purdy House, a historic site in White Plains that hosts lectures, tours, and programs focused on the area's colonial and Revolutionary War heritage.

Junior membership (under 18) is free, making it accessible for families.

Free · White Plains · Libraries · Indoor

White Plains Public Library in White Plains offers collections, programs, and resources for all ages, including a dedicated children's section called the Trove, teen services in the Edge, homework help, kids' yoga, video game time, and digital resources like Wonderbooks and Kanopy Kids.

The Trove (children's section) has Wonderbooks with built-in audiobooks that help developing readers follow along without screens.

White Plains · Shopping · Hosts birthdays

Yessirr in White Plains sells custom apparel and merchandise for camps, schools, sports teams, and events; parents can order spirit wear, party favors, and personalized gifts online or pick up in-store.

Store offers youth sizing for hoodies and apparel, suitable for kids and teens.

White Plains · Sports & Swim

YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester is a kid-friendly fitness & sports spot in White Plains.

White Plains · Sports & Swim · Indoor

YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester runs aquatics classes, gymnastics programs for recreational and competitive levels, and a children's learning center in White Plains.

The YWCA offers Kids Night Out, a supervised evening program giving parents a break while children participate in activities.

White Plains · Sports & Swim

YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester is a kid-friendly spot in White Plains.