Kids’ Night On Broadway Returns: Free Tickets For Ages 18 & Under This August

Broadway just got a little more magical for families as Kids’ Night on Broadway is returning this August for the second time this year, giving kids 18 and under the chance to see top Broadway shows for free! What is Kids’ Night on Broadway? -------------------------------- Kids’ Night on Broadway is a program of The Broadway League that invites kids 18 and under to see participating Broadway shows for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult. The program was created in 1996 and designed to introduce young people to the magic of live theatre and make Broadway accessible to a new generation of theatergoers. When is Kids’ Night on Broadway? -------------------------------- The next Kid’s Night on Broadway will take place on Tuesday, August 19th. How often is Kids’ Night on Broadway? ------------------------------------- Kids’ Night on Broadway takes place in New York City once or twice each year. What shows are participating in Kids’ Night on Broadway? -------------------------------------------------------- Participating shows are as follows: * *Aladdin* * *& Juliet* * *Buena Vista Social Club* * *Chicago* * *The Great Gatsby* * *Hadestown* * *Hamilton* * *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* * *Hell’s Kitchen* * *John Proctor is the Villain* * *The Lion King* * *Mamma Mia!* * *MJ The Musical* * *Moulin Rouge! The Musical* * *Operation Mincemeat* * *The Outsiders* * *SIX: The Musical* * *Stranger Things: The First Shadow* Participating shows are subject to change , and show schedules, available performances, and curtain times may vary. Be sure to check individual show pages for details. Which Broadway shows are good for kids? --------------------------------------- Some Broadway shows may not be appropriate for all ages (you can see individual show pages for details) and parents should use their discretion based on the maturity levels of their children. Some kid-friendly Broadway shows include, but aren’t limited to: * *Aladdin* * *& Juliet* * *Buena Vista Social Club* * *The Great Gatsby* * *Hadestown* * *Hamilton* * *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* * *The Lion King* * *MJ The Musical* * *Operation Mincemeat* * *SIX: The Musical* * *Stranger Things: The First Shadow* What is the number one show on Broadway? ---------------------------------------- Several top Broadway shows are currently playing in New York City, including *Wicked, Hamilton, The Lion King, Moulin Rouge! the Musical, * and *MJ the Musical. * These shows consistently receive positive reviews and strong audience attendance, making them popular choices for theatergoers. How do I get tickets to Kids’ Night on Broadway? ------------------------------------------------ To get tickets to Kids’ Night on Broadway, simply pick a Broadway show during the Kids’ Night on-sale period and purchase two tickets–one for you, and one for a child age 18 and under. Each ticket will show up at half-price. Note that there are some restrictions, so you’ll want to view each show for further details. Those interested in attending can get tickets online or visit the shows’ box offices to snag your tickets. Does the ticket include any other discounts? -------------------------------------------- A Kids’ Night on Broadway ticket includes pre-theatre activities, restaurant and local attraction discounts, exclusive experiences, and more. Participating Times Square-area restaurants and attractions offering special family-friendly discounts for theatergoers include, but aren’t limited to, the following: * Museum of Broadway – save 50% on admission * Applebee’s – free kids meal (from kids menu only) with purchase of an adult entrée * Carnegie Diner and Café – one free kids meal with purchase of an adult entrée * Dave & Busters Times Square – free kids meal (from kids menu only) with purchase of an adult entrée * Planet Hollywood – free kids meal (from kids menu only) with purchase of an adult entrée Learn more here. Source: https://secretnyc.co/kids-night-on-broadway-august-2025/