We're having a
Party on Wheels!

Sunday, May 17, 2026, 10am-noon 

New York Transit Museum
99 Schermerhorn Street
Downtown Brooklyn

The New York Transit Museum is turning 50 and we invite you to join us for one of our kickoff celebrations, a special birthday edition of our annual Party on Wheels: A Family Subway Celebration! Mark your calendar for a morning of fun activities and music

Enjoy breakfast and coffee, participate in artmaking and facepainting, pose for a special photo opportunity, delight in a scavenger hunt – then experience shuttle rides on our vintage subway cars from the Museum platform to Hoyt-Schermerhorn and back!

Proceeds from this benefit event support the Museum’s programs for kids and families, including our award-winning Access Programs for kids with disabilities.

Babies under age 2 are free!
All children receive goodie bags!
Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult, and adults must be accompanied by a child.

All but $25 per ticket is tax-deductible.

View a full list of benefits per level.

Can't attend but would still like to support the Museum? Donate online.



This event will be photographed. By attending this event, you consent to the use of your image or likeness by the New York Transit Museum for all purposes.