For many families, February's midwinter break is a great time to slow down and create some special memories. The NYC public school winter break runs from Monday, February 16-Friday, February 20, 2026.

This month offers St. Patrick’s Day and the Oscars, vampires and Mapplethorpe, as well as free ice skating and a final bow from Jonathan Groff.

Highlights of events this weekend include family-friendly roller skating lessons, the NYC debut of “Grey Arias” and a colorful Holi celebration.