11 Fun Things to Do with the Kids This Weekend in Brooklyn!
This weekend, Brooklyn is bursting with exciting activities for kids that are sure to keep them entertained and engaged. Whether you’re craving something active, creative, or just plain fun, there’s no shortage of options.
As a born-and-bred Brooklynite, I might be a little biased, but I truly believe there’s no better place to raise kids. There’s always something happening here, making it ideal for families who want to explore and enjoy the city.
From outdoor explorations to hands-on workshops, we’ve rounded up the best ways to make the most of your weekend in Brooklyn with your little ones. Get ready for a weekend full of fun and memories!
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Climate Sing – First Tracks
Sing along, listen, and build community with CLIMATE SING – First Tracks as artists Eisa Davis and Sxip Shirey premiere two brand-new songs celebrating planet earth at Brooklyn Bridge Park. A teaser for a larger Climate Sing celebration in 2026! Lift up your voice, participate in a joyful noise!
Aug. 9, 11 am – noon & 4 – 5 pm
Brooklyn Bridge Park, 334 Furman St.
Celebrate the Caribbean
Celebrate Caribbean history and cultures, in partnership with Sesame Flyers and the West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA). Experience live steel drum performances, dance with moko jumbies (stilt walkers), try your hand at traditional art-making, and enjoy Caribbean food.”
Aug. 9, 11 am – 5 pm
Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave.
Brooklyn Army Terminal Summer Series Dominican Heritage Celebration
Celebrate Dominican heritage with energetic music, delicious food, and a vibrant showcase of culture and tradition. The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is hosting a vibrant slate of community events at the historic Brooklyn Army Terminal in Sunset Park, which kicked off in June and will run through September 2025. This summer’s programming will feature a wide range of events—from lively parades and festive celebrations to free film screenings under the stars and a series of events celebrating the heritage, spirit, and traditions of New York City’s diverse communities.
August 9, noon – 9 pm
Brooklyn Army Terminal, 140 58th St.
Second Sundays at Pioneer Works
Pioneer Works invites the community to Second Sundays, a free monthly open house celebrating art, music, science, and creativity. The August edition features open studios with current visual art and music residents, a voguing workshop led by Icon Pony Zion, hands-on fan decorating, a family-friendly exhibition scavenger hunt, solar gazing in the garden, and a special meet-the-oysters session with Billion Oyster Project. The day concludes with the Legendary Looks Mini-Ball, a dynamic runway competition inspired by the exhibition Legendary Looks: My Ballroom Story, hosted by Michael Roberson with music by Byrell The Great and Precious Basquiat.
August 10, noon – 6 pm
Pioneer Works, 159 Pioneer Street
Movers and Makers: Family Tour and Workshop
Explore more at the Transit Museum with Movers and Makers, a monthly family workshop series! Tour select exhibitions, dive into a new transit-themed topic or museum story, and get creative together in the makerspace with hands-on art and design projects.
Aug. 10, 2 – 3:30 pm
New York Transit Museum, 99 Schermerhorn St.
Ready, Set, Kindergarten! at the Sheepshead Bay Library
At the Sheepshead Bay Library, families enjoy stories and activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Exploring literacy, science, and math through music, stories, art, and play will help you and your child get ready for school! Families will receive free materials to continue the learning and fun at home. For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. No registration required.
Saturdays, 11 am – noon through Aug. 16
Brooklyn Public Library Sheepshead Bay, 2636 E. 14th St. at Ave. Z
Free Kayaking
Free public kayaking at Brooklyn Bridge Park is offered throughout the summer on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, and Saturday and Sunday afternoons. All levels are welcome, including first-time kayakers — life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Advanced registration required, providing 20-minute timed slots, which open on a rolling basis 2 weeks out from each date.
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 5 – 7 pm; Saturdays, 10 am – 4 pm; Sundays, 12 – 3:30 pm through Aug. 27
Brooklyn Bridge Park, Pier 4 Beach
The Wizard of Oz
See L. Frank Baum’s Great American Fairy Tale adapted for Marionettes by Nicolas Coppola. (55 minutes, suggested for ages 3 and up)
Saturdays and Sundays, 12:30 pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 2:30 pm through Aug. 10
Puppetworks Inc., 338 Sixth Avenue (at 4th Street)
CREA Drop off Adventure
60-minute immersive experience that combines technology with traditional play in a sensory-rich environment. Kids are guided through interactive adventures following a light sensor pathway to each new zone. The entire environment – from floors to walls – is alive with projected wall-sized motion-controlled games, including a glowing cube puzzle challenge, a rotating rock wall, a physioball bouncing pool, and a meditation area. Kids are inspired to work together in mixed-age teams to achieve a group score.
Saturdays and Sundays noon – 6 pm, through Aug. 30
Industry City, 220 36th St
Waterfront Walks
Join Brooklyn Bridge Park docents for a free walking tour to learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, Brooklyn Bridge Park’s sustainable design and ecology, and how the Park came to life! Tours last roughly 60-90 minutes and start from the entrance of Pier 1 and finish near Pier 3. Tourists and locals alike will learn new insights into the waterfront and the world-class Park.
Sundays through Oct. 26, 10:30 am
Brooklyn Bridge Park, 334 Furman St.
Kosher Wonderland at the Jewish Children’s Museum
Step into a magical world of giant treats and kosher adventures! Kids will explore kosher food and brachos through hands-on stations and whimsical scenes. This limited-time summer 2025 exhibit brings Jewish learning to life in a fairytale setting.
Through Aug. 28, 10 am – 5 pm
Jewish Children’s Museum, 792 Eastern Pkwy.
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