8 kid-friendly spots in Manhasset
Manhasset · Sports & Swim · Indoor
A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy in Manhasset teaches Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to kids and adults, with instruction from a 5th-degree black belt and a welcoming environment that emphasizes family training.
The academy offers a free trial class so you can see if it's a fit before committing.
Manhasset · Parks & Playgrounds
Copley Pond Park is a kid-friendly nature & outdoors spot in Manhasset.
Free · Manhasset · Libraries · Indoor
Manhasset Public Library in Manhasset offers physical and digital collections for all ages, including children's programs, a teen zone with tech resources, and digital materials like eBooks, audiobooks, and language-learning tools.
Teen Zone on the third floor has computer stations, varied seating, and conference space for group study.
Manhasset · Music · Indoor
Music Institute of Long Island in Manhasset offers private lessons and group classes in classical instruments including violin, viola, cello, double bass, piano, jazz piano, flute, clarinet, and saxophone using Traditional, Suzuki, and Royal Schools of Music methods.
Parents are strongly encouraged to sit in on lessons, especially for children ages 3-10, to support practice at home.
Manhasset · Music · Indoor
Pluckd Studio in Manhasset offers private music lessons in strings, piano, voice, guitar, brass, winds, and percussion, built on a foundational method that emphasizes technique and practice habits from the first lesson. The studio pairs private instruction with ensemble experiences, musicianship training, and performance opportunities, including preparation for competitive auditions and concerts at venues like Lincoln Center.
Trial lessons are available in 30, 45, or 60-minute formats to assess your child's focus and readiness.
Manhasset · Museums & History · Indoor & outdoor · Hosts birthdays
The Science Museum of Long Island in Manhasset offers hands-on science activities, live animal presentations, and themed workshops for school groups and families, with both on-site visits and educator outreach to schools.
Holiday workshops run 10am–3pm and are drop-off programs; children ages 4+ can attend independently with a packed lunch.
Manhasset · Dance & Theater · Indoor
Starry Ballroom teaches ballroom dancing to kids and adults in Manhasset, with classes for different skill levels and a focus on both social dancing and competitive training.
Kids classes are offered alongside adult programs; check the schedule to confirm age-appropriate session times.
Free · Manhasset · Parks & Playgrounds · Outdoor
Whitney Pond Park in Manhasset has walking trails around the pond, a playground, basketball courts, tennis areas, and public restrooms. The park hosts seasonal events like the Luminocity Festival and is known for its peaceful atmosphere and scenic paths.
The park has basketball courts and tennis areas in addition to the playground, so older kids have more to do than younger ones.