Gowanus Kids Activities Calendar

30 activities this month

Tuesday, June 9

PSP Babies Meetup in Prospect Park — June 9

Prospect Park (near Picnic House)

Join fellow parents and babies for a casual outdoor meetup near the Picnic House in Prospect Park.

outdoors Free Up to 12mo Gowanus

Wednesday, June 10

NBA Finals Game 4 Watch Party — June 10

Various Brooklyn Venues

Watch Game 4 of the Knicks vs. Spurs championship at family-friendly venues with dedicated kids' areas and simulators.

sports Free Gowanus

Stargazing at Pier 1 — June 10

Pier 1, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association to peer through high-power telescopes at the moon, stars, and planets from the waterfront.

science Free Gowanus

Thursday, June 11

Sing with Suzi / Lalo-palooza Family Music Series — June 11

Old Stone House & Washington Park (JJ Byrne Playground)

Join a fun, interactive outdoor sing-along and music concert session featuring Suzi Shelton and giant bubbles, perfect for toddlers and young children at JJ Byrne Playground (Washington Park).

music Free Up to 5y Gowanus

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening — June 11

Various Locations

Celebrate the start of the World Cup with community events and match viewings across the city as the tournament kicks off.

sports Free Gowanus

Friday, June 12

Swap Meet ~ Family Clothing & Book Swap — June 12

Brooklyn, NY (Check listing for specific location)

A community event for families to swap gently used children's clothing and books.

general Free (registration may be required) Gowanus

Brooklyn Crab's 2026 Crab Boil — June 12

Brooklyn Crab

A family-friendly seafood feast in Red Hook with great views and delicious food.

general Check ticket price on event Gowanus

Saturday, June 13

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Watch Party: Brazil v Morocco

Powerhouse Arts

Families can gather in a spacious loft to watch the World Cup match together in a community setting.

sports Free Gowanus

Summer at the Library Kickoff Party — June 13

Brooklyn, NY (Check listing for specific location)

An event to kick off the library's summer reading programs and activities for children.

general Free Gowanus

Brooklyn Pride Street Festival / Brooklyn Pride: Family Fun Zone

Old Stone House & Washington Park

A vibrant community festival featuring vendors, performances, and family-friendly activities to celebrate Pride Month at the Old Stone House.

general Free Gowanus

FIFA World Cup Fan Zone Opening — June 13

Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, Brooklyn Bridge Park

A massive 25,000-square-foot fan zone at Emily Warren Roebling Plaza featuring live match viewings and soccer activations.

sports Free Gowanus

Youth Basketball Clinic — June 13

Pier 2 Courts, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Free basketball clinics for kids ages 7 to 17 led by King Hoops featuring drills and games on the waterfront courts.

sports Free 7y-17y Gowanus

Sunday, June 14

Play in the Square — June 14

Albee Square

Interactive workshops, performances, and activities for kids in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn.

general Free Gowanus

Brooklyn Museum on Wheels — June 14

Fort Greene Park

Hands-on art-making, cultural storytelling, and games at this mobile arts initiative honoring Black joy and community.

art Free Gowanus

Daddy Summer Stroll — June 14

Brooklyn, NY (Check listing for specific location)

A relaxed, community-focused strolling event for families.

general Free Gowanus

Tuesday, June 16

NBA Finals Game 6 Watch Party — June 16

Various Brooklyn Venues

Catch the potential Game 6 of the NBA Finals at family-friendly Brooklyn bars and restaurants with dedicated screens.

sports Free Gowanus

Wednesday, June 17

Met Opera Summer Recital — June 17

Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Metropolitan Opera stars perform arias and duets at this annual free summer recital on the harbor view lawn.

music Free Gowanus

Kids Soccer Village and Watch Party — June 17

Brooklyn Commons Park

A special Brooklyn Bridge Parents event featuring a soccer village for kids and a World Cup match viewing party.

sports Free Gowanus

Thursday, June 18

Lalo-palooza Family Music Series — June 18

JJ Byrne Playground

A weekly outdoor music series for families featuring live performances, dancing, and community vibes at JJ Byrne Playground.

music Free Up to 5y Gowanus

Friday, June 19

New York Philharmonic Free Concert — June 19

Prospect Park

Pack a picnic and enjoy a world-class orchestral performance under the stars in Prospect Park.

music Free Gowanus

NBA Finals Game 7 Watch Party — June 19

Various Brooklyn Venues

The ultimate championship showdown watch party for families at local Brooklyn venues with high-energy viewing.

sports Free Gowanus

Saturday, June 20

Juneteenth 5K — June 20

Brooklyn Bridge Park

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

sports Paid Gowanus

Youth Basketball Clinic — June 20

Pier 2 Courts, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Free basketball clinics for kids ages 7 to 17 led by King Hoops featuring drills and games on the waterfront courts.

sports Free 7y-17y Gowanus

Juneberry Festival — June 20

Brooklyn Bridge Park

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

outdoors Free Gowanus

Sunday, June 21

FREE Family Concert with Shaw Time Duo! — June 21

Brooklyn, NY (Check listing for specific location)

A live musical performance featuring the Shaw Time Duo for families and children of all ages.

general Free Gowanus

Play in the Square — June 21

Albee Square

Interactive workshops, performances, and activities for kids in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn.

general Free Gowanus

Community Toy Swap — June 21

Old Stone House of Brooklyn

Swap your pre-loved toys, puzzles, and games for something 'new-to-you' at this sustainable community event.

general Free Up to 10y Gowanus

Monday, June 22

Rare Gems Free Summer Kids Camp — June 22

Rare Gems

A free summer camp program for kids to learn, play, and grow in a supportive environment.

general Free 5y-12y Gowanus

Friday, June 26

Kids & Coffee with The Mommy Archives — June 26

Brooklyn, NY (Check listing for specific location)

A casual meetup for kids and parents in collaboration with The Mommy Archives.

general Free (check for registration) Gowanus

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