DUMBO Kids Activities Calendar

78 activities this month

Tuesday, June 9

Waterfront Walks at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park — Fulton Ferry Landing

A guided tour exploring the history and ecology of the Brooklyn waterfront, suitable for families with older children.

outdoors Free 4y+ DUMBO

Drag Story Hour — June 9 (3:30 PM)

Brooklyn Heights Library

A second session of Pride-themed storytelling and songs with drag performers to build empathy and confidence.

stories Free DUMBO

Drag Story Hour — June 9 (12:30 PM)

Brooklyn Heights Library

Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month with fabulous drag performers reading stories and singing songs that encourage individuality.

stories Free DUMBO

Wednesday, June 10

NBA Finals Game 4 Watch Party — June 10

Various Locations

Join other families to watch the Knicks take on the Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

sports Free DUMBO

Babies and Books (Lapsit) — June 10

Adams Street Library

A special story time session designed specifically for infants who are not yet walking.

stories Free Up to 12mo DUMBO

Babies and Books (Lapsit) at Adams Street Library

Adams Street Library

A second weekly session for infants to enjoy rhymes and songs in a dedicated pre-walker space.

stories Free Up to 18mo DUMBO

Toddler Time at Adams Street Library

Adams Street Library

Mid-week story time for active toddlers featuring interactive reading and social play.

stories Free 18mo-3y DUMBO

"Lil Boppers" Toddler Hip-Hop Class — June 10

Space Club-Dumbo

A high-energy movement and music class designed to spark joy and confidence in toddlers through hip-hop beats.

music $30/class 18mo-3y DUMBO

Toddler Time — June 10

Adams Street Library

Toddlers aged 18-36 months and their caregivers are invited to read books, sing songs, and play together.

stories Free 18mo-3y DUMBO

Thursday, June 11

World Cup in Dumbo — June 11

Dumbo Archway & Brooklyn Bridge Park

Experience the FIFA World Cup with watch parties, neighborhood deals, and a massive fan zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park.

sports Free DUMBO

Tween & Teen Create Space at Adams Street Library

Adams Street Library

A creative break for grades 4-12 to explore art and writing materials in the library's dedicated teen space.

art Free 9y+ DUMBO

Planet of the Grapes — June 11

The RAT NYC

An epic tabletop sci-fi adventure using Victorian toy theater to tell a comedic story of talking grapes.

general Check website DUMBO

Planet of the Grapes at The RAT NYC

The RAT NYC

A fast, funny, immersive tabletop theater adventure — a comedic homage to sci-fi classics using Victorian toy theater and talking grapes. Ages 10+.

art $25 10y-12y DUMBO

Kids Cre8 Non-Contact Boxing at Gleason's Gym

Gleason's Gym

An after-school enrichment program where kids learn the 'Sweet Science' of boxing in a safe, non-contact environment. Equipment provided.

sports $280 for full program 5y-12y DUMBO

Kids Cre8 Boxing — June 11

Gleason's Gym

A non-contact boxing program where students learn footwork, defense, and the art of the 'Sweet Science' at the iconic Gleason's Gym.

sports $280/series 5y-11y DUMBO

Little Kids Create: Toddler Open Art at Adams Street Library

Adams Street Library

A drop-in creative session for toddlers to explore art materials and express themselves.

art Free 2y-5y DUMBO

Little Kids Create: Toddler Open Art — June 11

Adams Street Library

A creative open art session where toddlers can explore different materials and express themselves.

art Free 18mo-4y DUMBO

Babies & Books: Ages 0-18 months — June 11

Brooklyn Heights Library

Join other caregivers for stories and songs designed for babies up to 18 months old.

stories Free Up to 18mo DUMBO

Tween and Teen Create Space — June 11

Adams Street Library

A creative break for grades 4-12 to explore art and writing materials in the library's dedicated teen space.

art Free 9y+ DUMBO

PSP Babies Thursday Meetup — June 11

Beer Street South

An afternoon social hour for parents and their little ones at a local neighborhood spot.

general Free Up to 14mo DUMBO

Friday, June 12

Swap Meet ~ Family Clothing & Book Swap! — June 12

Brooklyn, NY

A community event to swap family clothing and books.

general Free DUMBO

Summer Reading Kickoff Party with Strawbitty Yops! — June 12

Brooklyn Heights Library

A high-energy musical performance for all ages featuring face painting and interactive songs about feelings and empowerment.

music Free DUMBO

Family Dance Jam at Abolitionist Place — June 12

Abolitionist Place

A community dance party for all ages with DJ Marc Bars spinning pop, hip hop, and international hits.

music Free DUMBO

World Cup in Dumbo — June 12

Dumbo Archway & Brooklyn Bridge Park

Experience the FIFA World Cup with watch parties, neighborhood deals, and a massive fan zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park.

sports Free DUMBO

Summer Reading Kick Off: Drag Story Hour at Adams Street Library

Adams Street Library

Kick off summer reading with songs and stories for kids age 3-8 that celebrate gender diversity and empathy.

stories Free 3y-8y DUMBO

"Planet of the Grapes" (interactive tabletop sci-fi show) — June 12

The RAT NYC

A fast, funny, immersive 60-minute tabletop theater adventure. Ages 10+.

art $25 10y-12y DUMBO

Saturday, June 13

World Cup 2026 Fan Zone Kickoff — June 13

Emily Warren Roebling Plaza

The official Fan Zone opens with live match viewings, soccer activations, and community fun for all ages.

sports Free DUMBO

World Cup Fan Zone — June 13

Emily Warren Roebling Plaza

Kick off the World Cup with live match viewings and community activations for soccer fans of all ages.

sports Free DUMBO

FAD Market: Summer Pop-up

Empire Stores Lobby

Free daytime market pop-up at Empire Stores that's stroller-friendly and easy to pair with the park.

general Free Up to 12y DUMBO

Youth Basketball Clinic at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 2

Free basketball clinics led by King Hoops for kids to develop their skills on the Pier 2 courts.

sports Free 7y-17y DUMBO

Youth Basketball Clinic — June 13

Pier 2 Courts

Free basketball clinics led by King Hoops for kids to learn basics or develop advanced skills.

sports Free 7y-17y DUMBO

FAD Market: Summer Pop-up — June 13

Empire Stores

A curated market featuring over 35 makers, designers, and artisanal food vendors inside the historic Empire Stores.

art Free DUMBO

Storytime with Felicita Sala: Bored

Books Are Magic Montague

Join author Felicita Sala for a special in-store reading of her latest book at Books Are Magic Montague.

stories Free 3y-8y DUMBO

Shabbat Children's Program — June 13

Chabad of Dumbo

A weekly Shabbat morning program for kids featuring games, stories, and prayer followed by a community lunch.

general Free DUMBO

World Cup 2026 Fan Zone Kickoff

Emily Warren Roebling Plaza

Family-friendly match viewings and soccer-themed activations at the Emily Warren Roebling Plaza.

sports Free DUMBO

Coastal Cleanup at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park — Pier 1 Salt Marsh

Hands-on shoreline cleanup volunteer session in the park. Best suited for ages 10+, per organizer.

outdoors Free (registration required) 10y-12y DUMBO

Family Storytime — June 13

Brooklyn Heights Library

A weekend celebration of learning and literacy with books, music, and movement for the whole family.

stories Free DUMBO

Sunday, June 14

Waterfront Walks at Brooklyn Bridge Park — June 14

Brooklyn Bridge Park — Fulton Ferry Landing

Free docent-led walk covering waterfront history and park ecology. Advance registration required.

outdoors Free (registration required) 4y-12y DUMBO

Storytime with Steven Weinberg: I Am the Mountain

Books Are Magic Montague

An interactive story session featuring author Steven Weinberg reading his new nature-themed book.

stories Free 3y-8y DUMBO

Movers and Makers: Family Tour and Workshop at New York Transit Museum

New York Transit Museum

Transit Museum family workshop (tour + hands-on making) designed for kids ages 5–14 with a caregiver.

art $20 adult / $10 child (museum admission included) 5y-14y DUMBO

DUMBO Dads Run Club

Brooklyn Bridge Park

A weekly Sunday morning run for dads with jogging strollers along the scenic Brooklyn waterfront.

sports Free Up to 3y DUMBO

Dumbo Family Games — June 14

Washington Street, Dumbo, Brooklyn

A recurring community program on car-free Washington Street with building, painting, dancing, and play.

general Free 12mo-8y DUMBO

Family Kayaking at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 2

Free public kayaking for families in a protected embayment; all equipment and life vests provided.

outdoors Free DUMBO

Brooklyn Museum on Wheels — June 14

Fort Greene Park

Hands-on art-making and cultural storytelling at the Juneteenth celebration in Fort Greene Park.

art Free DUMBO

Monday, June 15

Cuisine - Cooking avec Jane — June 15

Smith Street Workshop and Maternelle

A French immersion cooking and art class where children explore culinary creativity while practicing language skills.

art $150/mo 4y-7y DUMBO

Babies and Books — June 15

Adams Street Library

A lapsit story time for infants who are not yet crawling or walking, featuring songs, readings, and rhymes.

stories Free Up to 18mo DUMBO

Toddler Time — June 15

Adams Street Library

A fun session for crawling and walking toddlers to read books, sing songs, and learn fingerplays.

stories Free 18mo-3y DUMBO

Kid's Club — June 15

Chabad of Dumbo

A Hebrew school program where children explore Jewish heritage through song, games, and interactive learning.

general Contact for tuition 5y-12y DUMBO

New Moms Meetup at Evelina — June 15

Evelina

A supportive weekly gathering for new mothers to share experiences and build community in a relaxed cafe setting.

general Free Up to 12mo DUMBO

Wednesday, June 17

Kids' Soccer Village and Watch Party — June 17

Brooklyn Commons Park

A special soccer-themed party with activities for kids and a match watch party in Downtown Brooklyn.

sports Free DUMBO

"Lil Boppers" Toddler Hip-Hop Class — June 17

Space Club-Dumbo

A high-energy movement and music class designed to spark joy and confidence in toddlers through hip-hop beats.

music $30/class 18mo-3y DUMBO

Met Opera Summer Recital — June 17

Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn

Metropolitan Opera stars perform arias and duets at this annual waterfront summer recital.

music Free DUMBO

Juneteenth Celebration — June 17

Adams Street Library

Celebrate Juneteenth with snacks, music, and outdoor crafts like hat painting and bracelet making for all ages.

general Free DUMBO

Met Opera Summer Recital at Pier 1

Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn

A free outdoor concert featuring Metropolitan Opera stars performing arias and duets on the lawn.

music Free DUMBO

Met Opera Summer Recital — June 17

Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn

Enjoy arias and duets performed by Met stars at this annual outdoor summer recital on the waterfront.

music Free DUMBO

Thursday, June 18

Kids Cre8 Boxing — June 18

Gleason's Gym

A non-contact boxing program where students learn footwork, defense, and the art of the 'Sweet Science' at the iconic Gleason's Gym.

sports $280/series 5y-11y DUMBO

PSP Babies Thursday Meetup — June 18

Beer Street South

An afternoon social hour for parents and their little ones at a local neighborhood spot.

general Free Up to 14mo DUMBO

Babies & Books: Ages 0-18 months — June 18

Brooklyn Heights Library

A weekly session of stories, rhymes, and songs for the youngest library patrons and their caregivers.

stories Free Up to 18mo DUMBO

Tween and Teen Create Space — June 18

Adams Street Library

A creative break for grades 4-12 to explore art and writing materials in the library's dedicated teen space.

art Free 9y+ DUMBO

Nature Storytime at the Environmental Education Center

Environmental Education Center

A nature-themed story time for preschoolers featuring play, songs, and rhymes about reptiles.

science Free 2y-5y DUMBO

Friday, June 19

Improvaganza — June 19

Child's Play NY (First Unitarian Church)

A dynamic theater arts camp where kids use their imaginations to create original stories and characters through improv games.

stories $155 6y-10y DUMBO

Family Cooking Class Day Camp — June 19

Speakitaly

A full-day camp for children focused on culinary skills and Italian-inspired cooking activities.

general Check website DUMBO

Dr. Shirley Jackson's Glow & Go Adventure! — June 19

The Tiny Scientist

A science-themed day camp featuring chemical reactions and glowing experiments inspired by famous scientists.

science $175 5y-10y DUMBO

Day Camp for Children (Brooklyn) — June 19

Speakitaly NYC Brooklyn

A full-day immersive camp for kids featuring Italian language, cooking, and creative arts.

general $75.47/day 4y-10y DUMBO

Saturday, June 20

Juneberry Festival — June 20

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Live music, food, and plant-based craft workshops featuring the rare berry that grows in the park.

general Free DUMBO

Juneteenth 5K Run/Walk — June 20

Brooklyn Bridge Park

A family-friendly 5K run and walk celebrating freedom and unity along the Brooklyn waterfront.

sports Paid DUMBO

Youth Basketball Clinic — June 20

Pier 2 Courts

Free basketball clinics for kids ages 7-17 to learn skills and play games with King Hoops.

sports Free 7y-17y DUMBO

Family Italian Cooking Class — June 20

Speakitaly NYC Brooklyn

Bring the whole family to learn the art of Italian cooking in this interactive DUMBO workshop.

general $97.88/family 4y+ DUMBO

Family Storytime — June 20

Brooklyn Heights Library

Enjoy a Saturday morning of stories and songs while meeting other families in the community.

stories Free DUMBO

KokoFest 2026: The Cultural Experience — June 20

New York Navy Yard, Building 77

A large-scale cultural festival at the Navy Yard with food, music, and activities for all ages.

general Check website DUMBO

Shabbat Children's Program — June 20

Chabad of Dumbo

A weekly Shabbat morning program for kids featuring games, stories, and prayer followed by a community lunch.

general Free DUMBO

Family Cooking Class — June 20

Speakitaly

An immersive Italian cooking class where families learn to make recipes like cookies.

general $90 2y-10y DUMBO

Sunday, June 21

FREE Family Concert with Shaw Time Duo! — June 21

Brooklyn, NY

A free family concert featuring the Shaw Time Duo.

general Free DUMBO

Father's Day Run + Rave (DDRC x BKO)

Start: Butler / End: Fontainhas

Family-friendly stroller-welcome run in/near Brooklyn Bridge Park followed by a family rave at Fontainhas.

music See RSVP/tickets Up to 12y DUMBO

Catch-and-Release Fishing at Pier 5

Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 5

Kids can learn the basics of angling with all equipment provided by the Maritime Youth Alliance.

outdoors Free 5y-15y DUMBO

DUMBO Dads Run Club — June 21

Brooklyn Bridge Park

A weekly Sunday morning run for dads with jogging strollers along the scenic Brooklyn waterfront.

sports Free Up to 3y DUMBO

Storytime w/ Dan Saks: On Our Bikes — June 21

Books Are Magic Montague

A bike-themed storytime session for young children featuring author Dan Saks.

stories Free 2y-6y DUMBO

Monday, June 22

New Moms Meetup at Evelina — June 22

Evelina

A supportive weekly gathering for new mothers to share experiences and build community in a relaxed cafe setting.

general Free Up to 12mo DUMBO

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