Free Fares for Children Under 12 Through Monday, September 7

WEEHAWKIN, NJ (7/22/2026) – Happening right now on NY Waterway, which operates the largest ferry fleet between New Jersey and New York, kids can ride free on all NY Waterway ferry routes through Monday, September 7, 2026. Children under the age of 12 may ride free with a paying adult, with a limit of two free children per adult. The promotion is valid on all NY Waterway ferry routes, excluding Metro North routes.

The ferry offers a family-friendly, affordable, and traffic-free way to experience New York City. Along the way, passengers can enjoy panoramic views of New York Harbor from the open-air top decks before connecting to popular NYC neighborhoods and attractions via NY Waterway’s free multi-route shuttles traveling throughout Manhattan. All shuttles can be located in real-time on the free NY Waterway App.

The Kids Ride Free promotion requires no physical ticket for children, and there is no limit to the number of free trips families can take during the promotion period.