Although we certainly list a lot of events on Mommy Poppins, our goal isn't just to keep you busy. We carefully curate our calendar and posts so that we send you to the best new and offbeat cultural and artistic experiences New York City has to offer.

Of course not all experiences are created equal. In addition to our annual favorites, we're always hearing about new shows, exhibits, festivals and one-offs that sound so cool we immediately add them to our personal calendars. And now you can plan ahead, too. In honor of the New Year, we'll be highlighting our top things to do with kids every month. That means no more cursing when you read our weekend event roundups because you're already all booked up, and a smaller chance of special events selling out before you can snag tickets. Unlike a traditional calendar, we're not trying to fill up every single day with some random activity. Instead, we're focusing on the most memorable and enriching experiences for New York City families, all worth your time and money (although we try to make most of our picks free or inexpensive).

Here are our 15 absolute favorite things to do with kids in NYC this January. Click through to the full listings and you can automatically add them to your calendar. So get planning!

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