Last updated: 2025-04-22
Rainy days in Queens don’t mean boredom. From the multicultural heart of Woodside, indoor adventures await at vibrant cultural centers, innovative museums, and unique performance spaces that capture the borough’s dynamic spirit.
Whether exploring theatrical performances at Thalia Spanish Theatre or discovering cinematic history at the Museum of the Moving Image, Woodside’s neighborhood offers rich, engaging indoor experiences for curious visitors and locals alike.
Discover Queens’ hidden indoor treasures now!
Featured Indoor Activities in Woodside
- New York Hall of Science (Queens)
- Museum of the Moving Image (Astoria)
- QED Astoria (Astoria)
- Woodside Branch - Queens Public Library
- LIC Bar (Long Island City)
- The Noguchi Museum (Long Island City)
- Thalia Spanish Theatre (Sunnyside)
- Irish Cultural Center
Irish Cultural Center
What to Expect
Cross-cultural music fusion concert series
Description
The New York Irish Center offers a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to celebrating Irish heritage through diverse programming. Featuring world music concerts, creative writing workshops, language events, and community-focused cultural experiences that connect Irish traditions with global audiences across generations.
Where: Woodside | More Info: Irish Cultural Center
LIC Bar (Long Island City)
What to Expect
Vintage 100-year-old bar with authentic New York City atmosphere
Description
Classic New York City bar featuring a 100-year-old historic interior with antique wood bar, original tin ceilings, and brick walls. Offers live local music performances, a beautiful outdoor garden, and a casual atmosphere with draft beer and well-mixed drinks. Perfect for post-work gatherings and weekend entertainment.
Where: Long Island City | More Info: LIC Bar
Museum of the Moving Image (Astoria)
What to Expect
Comprehensive multimedia museum exploring creative entertainment technologies
Description
Museum of the Moving Image offers an immersive exploration of film, television, and digital media through interactive exhibitions like Behind the Screen and The Jim Henson Exhibition. Visitors can engage with creative processes, view cutting-edge media technology installations, and experience diverse programming spanning film history, digital art, and multimedia experiences.
Where: Astoria | More Info: Museum of the Moving Image
New York Hall of Science (Queens)
What to Expect
Design Make Play educational approach to interactive science learning
Description
Interactive science museum offering hands-on exhibits that explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through immersive experiences. Visitors engage with innovative displays like CityWorks, which reveals urban infrastructure systems, and participate in dynamic demonstrations and educational workshops designed to inspire learning.
Where: Queens | More Info: New York Hall of Science
QED Astoria (Astoria)
What to Expect
Community-driven learning and performance space in Queens
Description
QED Astoria is a community space hosting diverse workshops, classes, and events focused on learning and social interaction. The venue offers engaging programming across arts, sciences, performance, and personal development with an emphasis on interactive and educational experiences.
Where: Astoria | More Info: QED Astoria
Thalia Spanish Theatre (Sunnyside)
What to Expect
Pioneering bilingual Hispanic theatre in Queens
Description
Thalia Spanish Theatre is Queens' first and only bilingual Hispanic theatre, celebrating Spanish and Latin American culture through diverse theatrical productions. With over 255 productions and 252 awards, the theatre showcases original plays, musicals, Zarzuelas, and music and dance performances representing multiple Spanish-speaking nations.
Where: Sunnyside | More Info: Thalia Spanish Theatre
The Noguchi Museum (Long Island City)
What to Expect
Purpose-built museum designed by the artist
Description
The Noguchi Museum showcases the comprehensive artistic legacy of Isamu Noguchi, featuring sculptural works, design pieces, and light sculptures. Visitors explore intimate gallery spaces displaying the artist's innovative stone sculptures, architectural models, and iconic Akari light sculptures in a purpose-built museum designed by Noguchi himself.
Where: Long Island City | More Info: The Noguchi Museum
Woodside Branch - Queens Public Library
What to Expect
Extended wireless network accessible within 450 feet of branch
Description
Community library offering free resources including books, computers, Wi-Fi, and diverse educational programs. Provides homework assistance, language learning materials, and specialized workshops for children, adults, and seniors across multiple age groups.
Where: Woodside | More Info: Woodside Branch - Queens Public Library
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