67 activities this month
Brooklyn Heights Library
Celebrate Pride Month with fabulous drag performers reading stories and singing songs that encourage confidence and individuality.
stories Free Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
Kids and teens can join a basketball-themed crafting session to celebrate the New York Knicks.
art Free 10y+ Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
Celebrate Pride Month with fabulous drag performers reading stories and singing songs that encourage individuality.
stories Free Downtown BrooklynCreatively Wild Art Studio
A creative artistic experience for budding artists to explore color mixing, brushwork, and nontraditional media in the heart of DUMBO.
art $75/class 22mo-4y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park
Peer through high-power telescopes with the Amateur Astronomers Association to see the moon, stars, and planets.
science Free Downtown BrooklynAbolitionist Place
A weekly outdoor adventure for families featuring rotating activities and community fun in Downtown Brooklyn.
general Free Downtown BrooklynBlack Forest Brooklyn
Join other families to watch the Knicks take on the Spurs with high-energy seating and multiple screens.
sports Free entry Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
Read books, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and play with other toddlers and caregivers.
stories Free 18mo-3y Downtown BrooklynCadman Plaza Park
Join librarians for an outdoor session of singing songs and reading stories on the grass near the Juneteenth Grove.
stories Free Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynTreasure Trunk Theatre (Atlantic Ave)
An engaging after-school club where children explore various art mediums and collaborative projects.
art $60/class 3y-7y Downtown BrooklynAbolitionist Place
Learn juggling tips and tricks from Martin Kalwill in a fun, all-levels outdoor workshop with equipment provided.
general Free 4y-12y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
A lapsit storytime for infants who are not yet crawling or walking featuring songs, readings, and rhymes.
stories Free Up to 18mo Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
Join librarians for outdoor storytime on the grass at Cadman Park with songs and stories for all ages.
outdoors Free Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
A creative art session for toddlers to explore different materials and express themselves.
art Free 18mo-3y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
Join us for stories and songs designed for babies and their caregivers in the library's craft room.
stories Free Up to 18mo Downtown BrooklynTreasure Trunk Theatre (Atlantic Ave)
A theatrical workshop focused on sparking creativity through movement, voice, and character building.
stories $60/class 3y-7y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
A fun-filled party to celebrate the launch of the library's summer reading program.
general Free Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
Celebrate the start of summer reading with a fabulous story hour featuring drag performers.
stories Free Downtown BrooklynTreasure Trunk Theatre (Atlantic Ave)
Children bring favorite storybooks to life through physical and vocal theatre warm-ups and dramatic exploration.
stories $60/class 3y-7y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park (The Vale at Pier 1)
Bring a blanket and snacks for a relaxed, librarian-led outdoor storytime on the lawn at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of stories and songs in the shade of the park's Vale Lawn.
stories Free Up to 6y Downtown BrooklynAtlantic Terminal Mall Plaza
A weekly outdoor series featuring water play, kids' activities, and community fun on the mall plaza.
general Free Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park (Pier 1 Salt Marsh)
A family-friendly volunteer session removing litter from the salt marsh (best for older kids; advance registration required).
outdoors Free (registration required) 10y-12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park (Bargemusic at Fulton Ferry Landing)
A short afternoon classical concert that's an easy add-on to a park day (great for calm, music-curious kids).
music Varies (see listing) 3y-12y Downtown BrooklynAbolitionist Place
A laid-back outdoor 'bring your own book' reading hang with music and guided conversation that's welcoming to families too.
general Free Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park
Experience the excitement of the World Cup with live match viewings, interactive soccer drills, and local food vendors.
sports Free Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park (Pier 2)
Free public kayaking on the East River with equipment and basic instruction provided (timed slots; bring an adult for minors).
outdoors Free (advance registration recommended; limited walk-ups) Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park
Free basketball clinics led by King Hoops for kids to learn basics or develop advanced skills.
sports Free 7y-17y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
A celebration of learning and literacy with books, music, and movement for all ages.
stories Free Downtown BrooklynNew York Transit Museum
An early morning program for toddlers featuring story time, crafts, and imaginative play inside the museum.
general $40 for 1 child and up to 2 adults 18mo-3y Downtown BrooklynFort Greene Park
A day of music, art, and community programming honoring Black joy and cooperative economics.
general Free Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn, NY (Check website for specific location)
A community stroll event for families, specifically focusing on dads.
general Free 12mo-12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park (Pier 2)
Sunday family-focused kayaking with kid-friendly staffing and gear — kids 7+ may be able to paddle solo with an adult present (per rules).
outdoors Free (advance registration recommended) 7y-12y Downtown BrooklynPacific Library
A casual playtime for young children featuring board games and books in the library's community room.
general Free Up to 5y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
Read books, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and play with other toddlers and caregivers.
stories Free 18mo-3y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
A lapsit storytime for infants who are not yet crawling or walking featuring songs, readings, and rhymes.
stories Free Up to 18mo Downtown BrooklynCreatively Wild Art Studio
A creative artistic experience for budding artists to explore color mixing, brushwork, and nontraditional media in the heart of DUMBO.
art $75/class 22mo-4y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park
Enjoy an open-air performance by stars of the Metropolitan Opera on the waterfront lawn at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
music Free Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
Read books, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and play with other toddlers and caregivers.
stories Free 18mo-3y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park
A beautiful outdoor opera performance for all ages at the Brooklyn Bridge Park waterfront.
music Free Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Commons
A family-friendly soccer celebration with activities for kids and a live match viewing party.
sports Free 4y-12y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
A lapsit storytime for infants who are not yet crawling or walking featuring songs, readings, and rhymes.
stories Free Up to 18mo Downtown BrooklynTreasure Trunk Theatre (Atlantic Ave)
An engaging after-school club where children explore various art mediums and collaborative projects.
art $60/class 3y-7y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Commons Park
Brooklyn Commons Park transforms into a soccer village for the day with activities and a match watch party.
sports Free Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
Join librarians for outdoor storytime on the grass at Cadman Park with songs and stories for all ages.
outdoors Free Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
Join us for stories and songs designed for babies and their caregivers in the library's craft room.
stories Free Up to 18mo Downtown BrooklynCityPoint
A high-energy cowboy-themed musical performance for kids held indoors at DeKalb Market Hall.
music Free Up to 10y Downtown BrooklynTreasure Trunk Theatre (Atlantic Ave)
A theatrical workshop focused on sparking creativity through movement, voice, and character building.
stories $60/class 3y-7y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
A creative art session for toddlers to explore different materials and express themselves.
art Free 18mo-3y Downtown BrooklynTreasure Trunk Theatre (Pilates Heights)
A science-themed theatrical camp inspired by Ada Twist, Scientist, celebrating Juneteenth through storytelling and experiments.
science $110/day 3y-6y Downtown BrooklynAllora
A unique camp experience combining culinary skills with creative art projects for school-aged children.
art $195/day 5y-11y Downtown BrooklynTreasure Trunk Theatre (Atlantic Ave)
Children bring favorite storybooks to life through physical and vocal theatre warm-ups and dramatic exploration.
stories $60/class 3y-7y Downtown BrooklynThe Tiny Scientist
A science-focused adventure day exploring the work of Dr. Shirley Jackson with hands-on experiments.
science $175/day 5y-10y Downtown BrooklynFort Greene Park
A free community gathering in Fort Greene Park featuring a beloved puppet show with laughter, music, and magic.
stories Free Up to 5y Downtown BrooklynThe Abolitionist Heritage Center (Abolitionist Place area)
A Juneteenth walking tour focused on Downtown Brooklyn's abolitionist and Underground Railroad history (good for school-age kids who like history).
stories See event page 8y-12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Heights Library
A celebration of learning and literacy with books, music, and movement for all ages.
stories Free Downtown BrooklynNew York Navy Yard - Building 77
A high-energy cultural festival celebrating community through food, music, and diverse activities.
general $33.28 Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park
A family-friendly 5K along the waterfront celebrating freedom and unity.
sports Paid registration required Downtown BrooklynNew York Transit Museum
A free morning of transit-themed activities specifically designed for children with developmental disabilities or autism and their families.
general Free Downtown BrooklynThe Plaza at 300 Ashland
A commemoration of Juneteenth featuring performances and community activities at The Plaza at 300 Ashland.
general Free Downtown BrooklynThe Plaza at 300 Ashland
All-day, all-ages Juneteenth block-party vibe with performances, vendors, and community activities at the 300 Ashland plaza.
general Free Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn Bridge Park (Pier 6)
A ticketed 5K run/walk along the waterfront celebrating Juneteenth — families can participate together (strollers likely fine, confirm with organizer).
sports Paid registration (price varies) Up to 12y Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn, NY (Check website for specific location)
An outdoor family-friendly concert featuring the Shaw Time Duo.
general Free 12mo+ Downtown BrooklynVarious Locations
A city-wide celebration of music with free performances in public spaces all day long.
music Free Downtown BrooklynAllora
The first day of summer camp featuring a blend of cooking lessons and artistic exploration.
art $195/day 5y-11y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
Read books, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and play with other toddlers and caregivers.
stories Free 18mo-3y Downtown BrooklynAdams Street Library
A lapsit storytime for infants who are not yet crawling or walking featuring songs, readings, and rhymes.
stories Free Up to 18mo Downtown BrooklynBrooklyn, NY (Check website for specific location)
A casual coffee meet-up for parents and kids.
general Free (check website) Up to 8y Downtown BrooklynPowered by Stoop — Your neighbor for what is on with kids