Many free programs across NYC offering arts, STEM, sports, academics, and more.

New York City offers children and teens a wide range of after-school, weekend, and summer activities. The free programs included here are a great way to explore new interests, get extra support,...

Year-round college and career readiness program with STEAM electives, SAT prep, mentoring, and paid internships.

College and career development workshops for teens ages 13 to 18.

Competitive internship at the New York Botanical Gardens

National STEM competition where K–12 students design future technology.

Hands-on art and science discovery space for children.

Six‑week summer arts + tech program with workshops in creative coding and digital media, culminating in a showcase

Journalism program for high school students sponsored by the NY Association of Black Journalists.

Year‑long humanities seminar + civic leadership & college prep

Five free summer camps in Fishkill, NY for children of different ages that include sports, crafts, and leadership activities.

Food, health and sustainability through gardening, cooking and media

Introducion to cybersecurity and computer science fundamentals.

Multi-year filmmaking and storytelling program.

A free, virtual summer program introducing students to computer science through game design and mentorship.

Academic, social, and emotional support.

Students work alongside NASA engineers and scientists on real projects.

Free summer camps

A 7-week summer program offering high school students research experience in remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS).

Free after-school and summer coding programs.

Learn about the professional performance process from the first audition to the final note.

HOPP means Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Program. It takes place at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

5-week summer program combining coding, electronics, and entrepreneurship to design smart city solutions.

Free theatre and performance training programs for youth.

Six-year leadership and college-access initiative, including a summer institute and ongoing mentorship.