Three Days. Three Parks. One Powerful Message: Every Child, Every Family Belongs Here.
NYC Kidsfest is proud to present a remarkable roster of artists whose work embodies the spirit of belonging:
Lachie — A blind singer and rising star whose extraordinary talent and story of perseverance is sure to inspire audiences of all ages.
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Rah Digga — Seminal rap artist and founder of the Lyrics Matter Foundation, who will lead a live, interactive workshop exploring the power of words and hip-hop as tools for self-expression and community.
Renaldo de Jesus — 2025 Grammy Award Winner for Best Latin Jazz, bringing world-class musicianship to the parks of New York City.
Additional performers — including dancers, musicians, and actors — will be announced in the coming months. Visit www.nyckidsfest.org to stay up to date.
Arts, Workshops & Activities
NYC Kidsfest is more than a concert — it’s a full creative playground. Festival-goers can look forward to:
Arts & Creative Workshops with the Studio Museum in Harlem, Children’s Art Carnaval, and Sugarhill Museum
Poetry & Spoken Word Workshops with Harlem Bombshells, Teachers and Collaborators Workshop
Collaborative Tape Art and Chalk Murals — community-made, one stroke at a time
Read-Along with the New York Public Library and Word Up Books
Balloon animals, face painting, and family-friendly fun throughout the day
Performances by young students from schools across Harlem, Washington Heights, and Long Island City
“This year, we felt compelled to curate programming focused on Belonging. Every child, every family belongs here. We have assembled an exceptional lineup of artists who have centered this message in the performances they will present — for a joyous day of nonstop fun.”
— NYC Kidsfest
Free Admission, June 12–14, 2025, Marcus Garvey, Morningside & Jackie Robinson Parks, New York City
Festival Schedule
Friday, June 12 — Marcus Garvey Park: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, June 13 — Morningside Park: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, June 14 — Jackie Robinson Park: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
About NYC Kidsfest
NYC Kidsfest is a free, multi-day outdoor arts festival dedicated to empowering children through the transformative power of the arts. Rooted in the communities of Harlem and Upper Manhattan, Kidsfest brings together world-class artists, local schools, cultural institutions, and families for a celebration of creativity, identity, and joy.
Website: www.nyckidsfest.org
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