Family-Friendly Things to Do in Nyack, NY for a Fun Day Out

Our top picks for fun things to do in Nyack, NY with kids, including kids' events and family businesses.

By Stacey Feintuch January 24, 2022

If you are looking for a family outing, you can always find fun things to do in Nyack, NY, and its surrounding areas on any day. The area has so much to offer every member of the family from restaurants and outdoor recreational activities to museums and the Palisades Center. Here are some great events for kids and family-friendly things to do in Nyack, West Nyack, South Nyack, Upper Nyack, Piermont, and Grand View-on-Hudson.

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Family-Friendly Things to Do in Nyack & Nearby

Bunberry’s Coffee Shop

460 Piermont Ave., Piermont
845-398-9715
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A cookie for breakfast? Yes please. This cozy and comfy literary café is open for walk-ins and limited seating. It offers up coffee, tea, and baked goods—all of which are made in house.

Nyack Beach State Park

698 N. Broadway, Nyack
845-268-3020
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This 76-acre park is at the base of Hook Mountain. It’s one of the best hawk and raptor viewing areas in the U.S. Take a hike as a family and enjoy breathtaking views of the Hudson River as you look for birds flying overhead at this Registered National Natural Historical Landmark.

Piermont Marsh

Orangetown
845-889-4745
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Piermont Marsh encompasses 1,017 acres and lies at the southern edge of the village of Piermont. Cast a line and see if the fish or crab are biting at Piermont Pier (valid license required). You can go hiking, biking, or birdwatching, too. Or park at Bridge Street and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the marsh’s edge.

Edward Hopper House Museum & Study Center

82 N. Broadway, Nyack
845-358-0774
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Explore the birthplace and celebrate the legacy of artist Edward Hopper at this unique art center. Not only did the house influence young Hopper’s vision, the neighborhood where he grew up did, too. You can see even more of Hopper’s world through a self-guided walking tour map.

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Memorial Park

51 Piermont Ave., Nyack
845-358-0548
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This 11-acre park on the Hudson River houses a skateboard park, baseball, basketball, and a grassy field with a pavilion. Kids will love the playground with its tall slides, climbing wall, and climbing net. Come summer, cool off at the park’s tall shower-like sprinklers. You’ll also get spectacular views of the Hudson here.

Kids’ Events and Things to Do in Nyack

Weekly Magic The Gathering Draft

WHEN: Jan. 7 - Jun. 24, Fridays, 6pm
WHERE: Dragon Den & Dungeon Hall, 102 Main Street , Nyack, NY
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WHAT: Veterans of the game and newcomers alike are invited to pass around packs of cards and build a deck on the fly to participate in a Swiss tournament for a chance at prizes! WANT TO GO? $20 . 845-271-5481.
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Celebrate National Skating Month

WHEN: Jan. 22 - 30, Saturdays, 6-9pm; Sundays, 3-6pm
WHERE: Palisades Center Ice Rink, 4900 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY
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Have some cool fun when you hit the ice as a family!

WANT TO GO? $12; $4 skate rental. 845-353-4855.
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