Brooklyn families have no shortage of ways to celebrate summer this week, with Juneteenth and Pride events, outdoor festivals, concerts, and movies all on deck. Top picks of the week include the Brooklyn Children Museum’s Juneteenth celebration in Brower Park, the Mermaid Parade in Coney Island, and borough-wide performance during the Make Music New York Festival. There’s also Open Streets fun—Sprinkler Saturday at Vanderbilt Open Streets and street curling and live music at Montague Open Streets in Brooklyn Heights!
Daily through Sunday, June 22
Photoville is a free, family-friendly photography festival featuring 80 exhibits by local and international artists, on view from June 8 to June 22 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Learn more about the festival and its family-friendly exhibits here!
Monday, June 16 | 10:45-11:30am
Join us in an enjoyable morning beautiful music, dancing and singing with the sounds of jazz, calypso, and reggae. Nannies, caregivers, parents, babies, toddlers, preschools, and teachers are all invited!
Monday, June 16 | 2-3pm
Zumba Kids classes are rockin’, high-energy dance parties packed with kid-friendly routines. We break down steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into the class structure. For all ages, no registration required.
Mondays | 3:30-6:00pm
The Pier 2 Roller Rink in Brooklyn Bridge Park offers free admission hours on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays. Roller skate with amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan! Skate rental is $8 per person.
Monday, June 16 | 4-5pm
Join us to learn about the Juneteenth holiday. Find your voice!
Tuesdays | 10am
Hopalong Andrew’s weekly shows at Whole Foods are FREE! Make sure to double check in his Instagram the morning of to make sure class has not been cancelled for any reason.
Tuesday, June 17 | 10-11am | Ages 18 months to 4 years old | RSVP here
Join us for a joyful blend of movement, art, and nature! This session is Birdwatchers Day!
Tuesday, June 17 | 10:30-11:30am
This vibrant, family-friendly event features beloved Brooklyn artist Suzi Shelton, Austin-based duo Strawbitty Yops, and a cast of talented children’s musicians. This special kid’s concert will share songs of love and joy.
Tuesdays | 11:00-11:30am
Join us each Tuesday at 11am and select Saturdays at 10am for a special storytime – perfect for babies and toddlers. Private Picassos Founder Valeen Bhat will read a favorite kid’s book in our cozy reading nook. Hang out after for coloring, toys and exploring all of the books we have at our Studio.
Tuesday, June 17 | 11am-12pm
City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone, our traveling marionette theater, the PuppetMobile, will present Pippi, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale with two dozen hand-made marionettes.
Tuesday, June 17 | 12-2pm
Honor Pride Month with Las Mariquitas, New York’s dynamic Queer and Trans Salsa band!
Tuesday, June 17 | 2-5pm
Celebrate Juneteenth at Adams Street! From 2-5pm we will have snacks, giveaways and music outside of the library. From 3-5pm we will have tote bag decorating inside for all ages, while supplies last!
Tuesday, June 17 | 4:00-4:45pm | Registration opens 24 hours in advance
Enjoy the power and pleasure of Jazz, Calypso and Reggae through singing and dancing in this interactive performance with versatile entertainer Conroy Warren.
Tuesday, June 17 | 4-5pm | Ages 5-12
Join us in our Craft Room to practice reading with our guest pup. Grown ups, if you’re comfortable, we ask that the kids attend the session on their own, thank you! Sign up at the Children’s Reference desk for a 15 minute slot on the day of the program. First come, first serve. Space is limited to 3 children per time slot.
Tuesday, June 17 | 4-5pm | Ages 9-13
Hang out, listen to music, make friends, and make some beaded jewelry, key chains or both. Snacks will be provided!
Tuesday, June 17 | 4-5pm | Ages 1-5
Wise Wonder Park Slope invites learners ages 1–5 and their grown-ups to celebrate the Spring with stories, imagination, and hands-on crafts and art. Each event includes a storytime, arts and crafts, and new friends in the North Garden at The Old Stone House.
Tuesday, June 17 | 4:30-5:15pm | Ages 5+
It’s see what we can grow in Brooklyn! Plant seeds and watch them grow. Read stories, sing, craft, and tend our garden! Kids, tweens and teens welcome – ages 5 and up.
Tuesdays | 4:30-6:00pm
Bring your baby to Fontainhas for some cozy chai and hangs with other new moms. Hosted every week by the new mom pop-up POST.
Tuesdays in June & July | 5-7pm | Ages 4-17 | Register here
Kids ages 4-17 can join Brooklyn Bridge Park for free basketball clinics led by KING Hoops! Learn basketball basics as head coaches lead participants through drills and games. The first hour (5-6pm) will be for beginner players who are brand new to the sport. The second hour (6-7pm) will be for advanced beginners to intermediate players. Advanced registration and waivers are required, although walk-up registrations can be accommodated as space allows. Registration is by-the-week.
Tuesday, June 17 | 5:30-7:30pm | Registration required
Reading Rhythms is a unique reading party with live music centered around social connection. Bring a book of your choice for silent reading periods and meet new people through facilitated group discussions, where it’s encouraged to share ideas and literary themes. This event is co-hosted by City Point.
Tuesday, June 17 | 6:30-8:00pm
The Public Theater’s Mobile Unit celebrates its 15th year with the beloved romantic comedy Much Ado About Nothing. Presented mostly in English, with some Spanish language incorporated, this 90-minute, family-friendly production is designed to be accessible to a wide range of audiences.
Wednesday, June 18 | 9am-3pm | RSVP here
BSECDC’s annual “Family Day in the Park” is returning for more summertime fun in the sun! Join us to celebrate the end of another year full of activities, games, food, and community!
Wednesday, June 18 | 11:15-11:45am
Join us for Storytime in the Park on Wednesdays! We will be singing songs, learning rhymes, and reading books together. This Storytime is for toddlers who are walking. Lapsit Storytime for babies who are not yet walking should attend Storytime in the Park for Babies at 10:30am!
Wednesday, June 18 | 3-4pm
Throw some fun into your day with Brooklyn’s favorite juggler, Martin Kalwill. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to up your juggling game, Martin‘s got you covered with tips and tricks. All skill levels welcome and equipment will be provided.
Wednesdays | 3-6pm | Reserve tickets here; free tickets are made available at 3pm the Monday before
Take advantage of free admission hours at the New York Aquarium in Coney Island, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Note that advance timed tickets are required; the Wednesday Afternoon Ticket Store will open on Monday at 3:00 pm for that Wednesday’s reservations. Do not come to the aquarium without a reserved ticket! There’s a maximum of 4 tickets per order.
Wednesday, June 18 | 3:30-5:00pm | Ages 3-12
Feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated in our children’s area? Our Craft Room will now be available from 3:30pm-5:00pm each Wednesday for calming, sensory-friendly time. Sensory tools like noise-cancelling headphones, fidget toys, and weighted toys will be available for children ages 3-12.
Wednesday, June 18 | 4-5pm
Join us in the Teen Mezzanine to make your own slime! You can choose your color and take it home in an air tight container! Be prepared to get sticky!
Wednesday, June 18 | 4:00-5:30pm | Ages 13+
June is African American Music Appreciation Month, and Caribbean American Heritage Month. Teens 13+, join us in the Teen Zone (Eco Lab 3) to make buttons while also learning about Juneteenth. We’ll be playing music, too!
Wednesdays | 5-7pm | Register here in advance!
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s free kayaking program runs on Wednesday and Thursday evenings (5-7pm), Saturdays (10am-4pm) with Family Days on Sundays (12-2:30pm) through August. 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. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
Wednesday, June 18 | 6:30-8:00pm
The Public Theater’s Mobile Unit celebrates its 15th year with the beloved romantic comedy Much Ado About Nothing. Presented mostly in English, with some Spanish language incorporated, this 90-minute, family-friendly production is designed to be accessible to a wide range of audiences.
Wednesday, June 18 | Pre-show at 7pm | Performance at 8pm
This summer, Domino Park introduces a new free outdoor performing arts series, Sugar, Sugar! Performances in June will showcase experimental performances spanning theater, dance, music, and puppetry. Join for a pre-show from 7-8pm with a live DJ and drop-in domino games.
Wednesday, June 18 | 7-8pm
Performance artist Ayana Evans will present an immersive experience called “Reparations and Restoration” through dance, joy, and Black liberation actions. It incorporates elements that invite the audience to watch, dance, sing, and celebrate the full meaning of Juneteenth.
Wednesday, June 18 | 7:30pm
Smith Street Stage presents Henry V in Carroll Park. Performances run June 5-29 in Brooklyn’s Carroll Park, begin at 7:30 PM and are free. Join us for this timely story of leadership, collective endeavor, and the morally complicated sacrifices that are made in the name of nationhood.
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Join for outdoor movies this summer at Valentino Pier and Coffey Park in Red Hook! This week’s screening is The Muppets Take Manhattan at Coffey Park. Film will start at sundown.
Wednesday, June 18 | 8:30-10:30pm
This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs! This week’s screening is Pitch Perfect 2 at Fort Hamilton Athletic Field in Bay Ridge.
Thursdays | 10-11am | Ages 5 and under | RSVP here
This nature program for ages 5 and under in Marsha P. Johnson State Park is FREE! Supplies are provided on a first come, first serve basis.
Thursdays | 10am-12pm | RSVP here
Calling all parents and caregivers with children! Join a Prospect Park Alliance Naturalist at the Prospect Park Audubon Center for a leisurely stroll along Prospect Park’s waterways. Please note that this walk leaves promptly at 10 am from the Prospect Park Audubon Center.
Thursday, June 19 | 10am-3pm
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, including a Butterfly Watch, Animal Encounter, and Nature on the Go activities.
Thursdays | 11am
Sing, read, and play with librarians from Walt Whitman Library in Fort Greene Park! For children of all ages and their caregivers. Located at the bottom of the Monument stairs near Myrtle Playground. In case of inclement weather, the program will be held at Walt Whitman Pop-up Library, 240 Nassau Street, 2nd Floor.
Thursday, June 19 | 11am-3pm
This special Juneteenth celebration will feature performances by Brooklyn United Marching Band and Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, a line dance workshop by STooPS, storytelling with Brooklyn Public Library, a book giveaway with Brooklyn Book Bodega, planting activities with Field Meridians, a special quilting project inspired by the historic Gee’s Bend community, and more. Brooklyn Children’s Museum will be open for regular admission from 10am-2pm, with free admission from 2-5pm as part of Amazon’s Community Access Thursdays.
Thursday, June 19 | 12-4pm | RSVP here
Join for this Juneteenth celebration at Nautilus Playground in Coney Island!
Thursday, June 19 | 12-5pm | FREE, Carousel Rides are $3 per ride
Join Prospect Park Alliance on the school holiday for Juneteenth for family-friendly nature education programs at Prospect Park, including a Butterfly Watch, Animal Encounter, Nature on the Go activities, and carousel rides.
Thursday, June 19 | 12-8pm
From barbecue to red drinks to delectable desserts, the event honors the traditions of Juneteenth while also reflecting Brooklyn’s diasporic foodways. The legendary DJ Spinna will supply the day’s soundtrack alongside family-friendly cultural performances. This year’s festival showcases 29 top-tier food brands offering a range of culinary concepts.
Thursdays | 2-5pm | Reserve here
Join us during Community Access Thursdays, every Thursday afternoon from 2-5 pm! Explore some of our most-loved exhibits, including toddler-favorite Totally Tots, the miniature shops of World Brooklyn, our NEST kids’ climber, and more. Plus, say hello to BCM’s live animals at Animal Encounters, a program led by our expert animal maintainers! Get a personal introduction to some of BCM’s most fascinating creatures, including turtles, lizards, snakes, and more. This program takes place during our free Community Access Thursday hours (every Thursday, 2-5 pm) and repeats twice, first from 3:00-3:20 pm and again from 3:45-4:05 pm.
Thursday, June 19 | 3:30-4:30pm | RSVP here
Celebrate Pride at Marsha P. Johnson State Park with a special Pride story time from Drag Story Hour! Make a craft, listen to a story, and learn more about the life and legacy of Marsha P. Johnson.
Thursday, June 19 | Doors at 5pm | Music 6:00-7:30pm
Live at the Archway returns this summer with seven weeks of free Thursday evening concerts and paired with visual arts programming beneath the Manhattan Bridge Archway in DUMBO, from June 12 to July 31 (no event on July 3). Join on June 18 for music by Cleo Reed and art from Billie Elise NY Design Studio and Gallery.
Thursday, June 19 | Doors at 5pm | Show at 6pm
This Juneteenth celebration is rooted in the holiday’s historic Texas origins, featuring Dallas-based Ghost-Note, readings by Voices of a People’s History, and DJ Flash Gordon Parks.
Thursdays | 5-7pm | Register here in advance!
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. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
Thursdays, 6-9pm | Through June 17
Join Nieves Latin Dance Studio outside Atlantic Terminal on Thursday nights for a live DJ spinning salsa, bachata & Latin beats and free dance lessons led by professional instructors from Nieves.
Thursday, June 19 | Pre-show at 7pm | Performance at 8pm
Originally created to celebrate Juneteenth, THE REVIVAL: IT IS OUR DUTY is a theatrical concert experience inspired by traditions found inside of Black-American church revivals. Join for a pre-show from 7-8pm with music and games.
Wednesday, June 11 | 8:00-10:30pm
This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs! This week’s screening is The Lion King atDr. Ronald McNair Park.
Friday, June 20 | 10am-3pm
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, including a Butterfly Watch, Animal Encounter, and Nature on the Go activities.
Friday, June 20 | 10:30-11:30am | RSVP here
Bring your kids along and let them enjoy a morning filled with creativity and fun! We’ll provide plenty of crayons and paper, giving them the perfect opportunity to unleash their artistic talents and create their own masterpieces. RSVP is required as space is limited.
Friday, June 20 | 1:30-2:30pm
Get ready to explore the plant and insect life in Governors Island’s iconic Hammock Grove, led by our expert horticulturalists!
Friday, June 20 | 2:30-3:30pm | Ages 0-5
Join us at the Greenpoint Library for kids’ time in our rooftop garden! We will do a very short garden-themed storytime, and then spend time together in the garden. The garden offers many sensory experiences for young kiddos, and we will set up some fun activities as well. For ages 0-5. No registration required.
Friday, June 20 | 3:30-4:30pm | Registration required
Celebrate Juneteenth and Caribbean Heritage Month at Park Slope Library! Enjoy the tropical breeze along Sixth Avenue and Ninth Street and you move to the music of the Steel Pan. Steel pan performance by Tropicalfete. Registration required in case of inclement weather.
Fridays | 3:30-6:00pm
The Pier 2 Roller Rink in Brooklyn Bridge Park offers free admission hours on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays. Roller skate with amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan! Skate rental is $8 per person.
Friday, June 20 | 4-5pm
Kick off summer with us at the Korean War Memorial Plaza (right across from Brooklyn Heights Library). Come through for free summer reading books, a summer reading bingo challenge, tie-dye your own bandana, ice cream, drinks, and music!
Friday, June 20 | 6-7:30pm
Come enjoy a movie night at Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center on the weekends this June! All are welcome to these FREE viewings of popular cinema! The film being shown will be “Paddington in Peru.” Rated PG.
Friday, June 20 | Doors at 6pm | Show at 7pm
Habibi Festival returns with a vibrant lineup of sounds from the Southwest Asia and North Africa (SWANA) region, featuring Yacine Boulares, Israa Shalaby, Sofiane Saidi, Rasha Nahas, and Yalla! Party Project.
Friday, June 20 | 7:30pm
Smith Street Stage presents Henry V in Carroll Park. Performances run June 5-29 in Brooklyn’s Carroll Park, begin at 7:30 PM and are free. Join us for this timely story of leadership, collective endeavor, and the morally complicated sacrifices that are made in the name of nationhood.
Fridays | 9:45pm
Join us every Friday night from June 20th until August 29th for a spectacular show that lights up the Coney Island skyline.
Saturday, June 21 | See all performance times here
Make Music New York is a city-wide music festival near the summer solstice with live performances taking place throughout our neighborhoods in Brooklyn. To see a comprehensive map of all Make Music New York Performances, click here. Some highlights in our neighborhoods include:
Fort Greene & Clinton Hill: Make Music on Myrtle Avenue | 12-8:30pm | Celebrate the summer solstice—the longest day of the year—right here on Myrtle Avenue with live music from 12:00-8:30pm. From Latin Jazz to Hip-Hop, there’s something for everyone. See the full schedule here.
Clinton Hill: Shawtime Duo at Private Picassos | 4:00-4:45pm
Prospect Heights: Hot Sounds of Summer at 6th Avenue Triangle | 4-8pm
Boerum Hill: Agustin Grasso Jazz Trio on Hoyt Open Streets | 5-7pm
Fort Greene Park: Gamelan Fest: Dharma Swara x Yowana Sari | 7:30-9pm
Saturday, June 21 | 9:30-11am | Register here
Children with developmental disabilities or autism and their families are invited to join us in Downtown Brooklyn for a morning of free family fun. Discover the Museum before we open to the public at 10am and participate in special transit-themed activities led by Transit Museum staff. Catch some rays creating cyanotype photographs with “sun” light. Romp and explore transit history with a Search and Find activity. A juggler and hula hoop artist are bringing outdoor play underground; juggle and twirl in an interactive performance inspired by the family-friendly cirque show Passengers. A quiet room will be available for anyone who would like a sensory break. All ages welcome!
Saturday, June 21 | 10am
This performance outdoor The Old Stone House is based on a Japanese folk tale about a boy who drew cats for hours on end. Pianist Kathleen Supové and flute player Tessa Brinckman will perform “The Boy Who Drew Cats”, with dancer/choreographer Roxanne Young. All audience members are encouraged to wear cat or rat costumes, or hats, or makeup. There will be cat and rat party favors!
Saturday, June 21 | 10-11am
Note: This event was rescheduled from Saturday, June 14. Join for a free, English/Spanish bilingual family bird walk for all ages! Field guides and binoculars will be provided.
Saturdays | 10am-12pm
Come downstairs for weekly complimentary entertainment for your little ones to enjoy. There will be balloon twisting, magic shows, face painting, circus performers, and more. Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse.
Saturday, June 21 | 10am-1pm | Register here
Babymint – your go-to secondhand marketplace for baby and kids’ products – is popping up at the Mumu Bath shop (72 Jay Street). Come discover high-quality secondhand treasures for your little ones, meet other like-minded parents, and learn more about how Babymint is making secondhand the first choice for modern families. Pre-loved baby & kids’ brands include Uppababy, Silver Cross, Stokke, BabyBjörn, Bugaboo, Nuna, Lovevery, Lalo, Artipoppe, Elvie, Jacadi, Ralph Lauren, and more! Let’s turn clutter into connection and give baby gear a second life – together!
Saturday, June 21 | 10am-1pm
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, including a Butterfly Watch, Animal Encounter, and Nature on the Go activities.
Saturdays | 10am-4pm | Register here in advance!
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. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
Saturday, June 21 | 11:00-11:30am | RSVP here
Part poem, part portable fireworks display with a vertical gatefold, this POB picture book from the award-winning team of Matthew Burgess and Cátia Chien highlights the simple delights of a steamy July day in the city as two siblings eagerly await a spectacular fireworks display.
Saturday, June 21 | 11:00-11:45am | Registration opens 72 hours in advance
¡Hola, hola! ¿Cómo estás? Get ready to sing, dance, jump, shake, laugh, march, run, freeze, tap, smile, and have the most fun ever en español with Bilingual Birdies! Families go on a joyful adventure with songs, dance, and puppetry, to learn new words in Spanish while they’re having a blast in this 45-minute live music interactive experience.
Saturday, June 21 | 11am-12:30pm | RSVP here
On the third Saturday of each month, join us in person for the Black History and Culture of Fort Greene guided tour with a special tour stop at Brooklyn Paramount. All tours are free! The tour will proceed rain or shine. Meet us at the Dekalb Ave & Washington Park corner entrance.
Saturday, June 21 | 11am-3pm | Best for ages 4-12
Flatbush is full of flags, food, and festivities. This Caribbean Heritage Month, join us as we learn about the cultures here in Little Caribbean that make our neighborhood and community vibrant! Learn about the history of Carnival and why it is a year long festival that spans throughout the Caribbean and South America!
Saturday, June 21 | 11am-6pm
FAD Market returns to Governors Island, featuring over 40 rotating local makers and artists offering handcrafted goods in a charming, tree-lined setting near Yankee Pier and Liggett Terrace.
Saturday, June 21 | 11am-6pm
During the Porch Stomp festival, dozens of folk bands and artists perform music ranging from folk to old-time, blues, roots, bluegrass and Americana. The festival uses the historic porches of Nolan Park, with each porch serving as a different stage for live music.
Saturday, June 21 | 11am-8pm | FREE
Join for the launch of Berry Street’s Block Party Series: an open-air celebration of food, drinks, music, and community. The kick-off is the same day as Make Music New York, so there will be tons of live sets from local musicians on Berry between North 7th and 8th. Plus, local bites, drinks, games, giveaways, and more.
Saturdays | 12-4pm
Join us at Nellie’s Lawn to explore the wonders of nature with Alliance Naturalists. Activities include games, butterfly crafts, and more nature activities.
Saturdays | 12-4pm
Join us near the Ocean Avenue Entrance to explore the wonders of nature with Alliance Naturalists. Activities will include games, paper flower making, and more nature activities.
Saturday, June 21 | 12-5pm | Ages 11-19 | RSVP here
Come join us for a day of celebration, love, and unity at Industry City! This is a safe space for pre-teen / teens (ages 11-19) to express themselves, connect with others, and show their pride. Get ready for live music, performances, art, and more!
Saturday, June 21 | 12-5pm | Ages 11-19 | 4th Street & 5th Avenue
LGBTQIA+ teens and allies ages 11–19 are invited to spend the afternoon enjoying live music, games, interactive art, snacks, and supportive community vibes.
Saturday, June 21 | 12-7pm | RSVP here
Our annual Pride Fair is back at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center, Crown Heights, in the old armory on Bedford! Free and open to the public. Join us for a vibrant showcase featuring a diverse array of local comics, creators, and more. Come show your support and immerse yourself in the creativity of Brooklyn’s LGBTQIA+ scene!
Saturday, June 21 | 12-8pm
651 ARTS and The Soapbox Presents, in partnership with Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, hosts We Outside! A BK Juneteenth: Vol. III, a commemoration of African-American emancipation featuring a day of performances and activities. Vibe to live music, dance, spoken word, and so much more. See the full lineup here!
Saturdays | 12-10pm
Vanderbilt Open Streets offers free programs for the whole family on car-free streets in Prospect Heights! This Saturday, June 21 is Sprinkler Saturday! The fire hydrant will be opened (legally!) and there will be inflatable pools, water buckets, and reusable water balloons. Check here to see rest of this weekend’s lineup of family-friendly programming.
Saturday, June 21 | 1pm
Founded in 1983, the Mermaid Parade is the largest art parade in the country and features tons of DIY-costumed mermaids, mermen, sea monsters, pirates, and brass bands marching down Surf Avenue and the Boardwalk. The Parade starts at 1pm, rain or shine, on West 21st and Surf Avenue. It rolls east to West 10th Street, proceeds to the Boardwalk, and continues to Steeplechase Plaza, where the Parade ends under the Parachute Jump. stick around after the parade for the annual opening-of-swimming-season splash on the beach (around 4pm).
Saturday, June 21 | 1-2pm
City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone, our traveling marionette theater, the PuppetMobile, will present Pippi, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale with two dozen hand-made marionettes.
Saturday, June 21 | 1-2pm | Ages 7+
Learn how to help conserve these species and meet our Raptor Ambassadors (owls and hawks) up close during this popular and exciting program! This program is recommended for kids, teens, and adults aged seven years and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. It will take place on the main floor of the branch.
Saturday, June 21 | 1-8pm | RSVP here
Join for a block Party at 2nd Street between Roebling and Havenmeyer. There will be 7 hours of live DJs and dancing in the street, free crafting and hangs fun for all ages from 1:00 to 4:30pm, and a chance to meet your neighbors!
Saturday, June 21 | 2-3pm
What do turtles eat? What about mud snails? And seahorses? Join us at the Environmental Education Center to get up close with our animals as they’re fed their lunches, while you learn about our amazing animals’ habitats, characteristics, and diets. Family audiences recommend but all ages welcomed.
Saturday, June 21 | 2:00-3:30pm | RSVP here
Come join us for the exciting book launch event Rucker Moses’s latest novel, Encounter at Owl Rock! The event for all ages will be held in person at St. Francis College with books provided by Books Are Magic. Featuring poems by Cito Blanko! Meet the writing team of Theo Gangi, Craig Philips and Harold Hayes Jr, get your book signed, and mingle with fellow book lovers.
Saturdays & Sundays | Performances at 2pm & 4pm
After presenting concerts for nearly 50 years in a floating concert hall at Pier 1, Bargemusic has relocated their chamber music concerts to the Boathouse at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 5. All concerts are free!
Saturdays | 2-10pm
Park Slope Open Streets on 5th Avenue from Union to 4th Street offers family-friendly programming and music every Saturday from May to October (excluding August). Here are the highlights for Saturday, June 21:
5th Avenue Music & Art Stroll | Between 1st & 2nd
Private Picassos All Ages Art Classes | Carroll Street
Live Music from Sasha Dobson | Between Carroll & Garfield | 3-6pm
Saturday, June 21 | 2:30-5:30pm
ARTMobile is a mobile, outdoor art studio located in Sunset Park, arts programs for all ages! We provide materials, but bring your own if you want to upcycle. You can build your own glass jar terrarium, create, paint, and decorate your unique plant pots and vases, and design and build creature-inspired kites using simple materials in a multi-part workshop. In the coming weeks, we will fly them and turn the sky into a shared exhibition of imagined beings.
Saturday, June 21 | 3-6pm
Join for Lentol Garden’s Third annual FAMILY PRIDE PARTY! There will be food, drinks, lots of children’s activities, a plant sale, a group art project, and a very special performance by DOUBLE.
Saturday, June 21 | 6pm
Join for this short dance performance on the summer solstice, performed by Tiffany Mills Company at Pier 5 Uplands in Brooklyn Bridge Park. The dance is inspired by birds flocking and their otherworldly ability to communicate non-verbally and navigate non-hierarchical leadership. Performers will include company members alongside multigenerational dancers with Parkinson’s Disease.
Saturday, June 21 | 7pm
Welcome to the Greenpoint Jazz Festival II at PSC! Join us for a night filled with smooth tunes and good vibes at 177 Kent St. Get ready to groove to the rhythms of talented jazz musicians and enjoy a memorable evening surrounded by fellow music enthusiasts.
Saturday, June 21 | 7:30pm
Smith Street Stage presents Henry V in Carroll Park. Performances run June 5-29 in Brooklyn’s Carroll Park, begin at 7:30 PM and are free. Join us for this timely story of leadership, collective endeavor, and the morally complicated sacrifices that are made in the name of nationhood.
Sunday, June 22 | 10am
The Good+ Daddy Summer Stroll is a free event honoring the bond between fathers and their children. Enjoy scenic nature walks in the heart of Brooklyn’s Backyard with a live DJ, nature education activities, face painting, art and crafts and more at this family friendly day of fun.
Sunday, June 22 | 10-11am | Sign up here
Join us for a morning of storytelling, creativity, and community! Enjoy a live author read-a-loud by Nicole Russell, followed by an art project for all ages. Hosted at Kith Kids DUMBO!
Sundays | 10am-12pm
The Pier 2 Roller Rink in Brooklyn Bridge Park offers free admission hours on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays. Roller skate with amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan! Skate rental is $8 per person.
Sunday, June 22 | 10am-12pm | RSVP here
Join our Open Day, explore our Gowanus location, and get to know our staff and other families in the area. Make pasta from scratch, arts and crafts, enjoy our patio, read some books, be part of a new community of learners!
Sundays | 10am-12pm | Through June 29
Looking for a creative and colorful way to spend the weekend with your family? Join every weekend for some family-friendly arts & crafts at the Sunset Park Recreation Center.
Sunday, June 22 | 10am-1pm
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, including a Butterfly Watch, Animal Encounter, and Nature on the Go activities.
Sunday, June 22 | 10:30-11:15am | Ages 2-5 | RSVP here
Join us in Prospect Park by the 15th st entrance for a FREE Community Music Class led by professional music teacher Jonathon Harris! Jonathon will lead children through music and play all about SUMMER so get ready to move and sing Great for families with children 2-5 years old. Bring your own blanket as we’ll gather in the grass.
Sunday, June 22 | 10:30-11:15am
Using songs, dance, and guided play, Steph leads little ones (and their caregivers!) through exercises that focus on language development, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and creative expression to support their growing bodies and brains.
Sunday, June 22 | 11am-12pm | RSVP here
A lyrical and affirming ode to Black girls. With poetic text and exuberant artwork, this book is a wish from one generation to the next: that every Black girl knows and celebrates her own worth.
CANCELLED: Sunday, June 22 | 11am-1pm | RSVP here
Due to the rainy weather, DUMBO Family Games on car-free Washington Street has been cancelled for Sunday, June 22. Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 29—the final Family Games before a hiatus for July and August. The fun will return in September and October, curated by Team DUMBO x Brooklyn Bridge Parents and supported by Leaf Medical & Leaf Dental in DUMBO.
Sundays | 11am-2pm
Come downstairs for weekly complimentary entertainment for your little ones to enjoy. There will be balloon twisting, magic shows, face painting, circus performers, and more. Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse.
Sunday, June 22 | 11am-5pm
Enjoy free activities, entertainment and more on Montague Open Streets! Montague Street will be closed to car traffic between Clinton and Hicks Streets from 10am-7pm. Here are this weekend’s highlights:
Blood Drive | 11am-5pm | Sign up to donate blood here!
Street Curling | 12-3pm | Get on board with NYC’s coolest new obsession: street curling.
Brooklyn Library Bookmobile | 12-4pm | Stop by the Brooklyn Public Library Bookmobile! Get a library card, check out books, and enjoy free WiFi.
World Famous Shinbone Alley Stilt Band | 1-2:30pm | Ten feet tall and full of sound, they’ve performed around the world, bringing music to new heights with a repertoire of Dixieland, Swing, Jazz, Rock and International tunes, while dressed to the nines (on stilts).
And more! See the full lineup here.
Sunday, June 22 | 11am-6pm
FAD Market returns to Governors Island, featuring over 40 rotating local makers and artists offering handcrafted goods in a charming, tree-lined setting near Yankee Pier and Liggett Terrace.
Sunday, June 22 | 12-2pm | Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult | Registration required
Coastal Cleanup volunteers help keep our shorelines clean by removing debris from the waterfront. Volunteers of all ages are welcome; under 16’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No orientation or experience is required, but note that this activity may involve climbing up and down rocks.
Sundays | 12:00-2:30pm | Register here in advance!
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. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
Sundays | 12-4pm
Join us at Nellie’s Lawn to explore the wonders of nature with Alliance Naturalists. Activities include games, butterfly crafts, and more nature activities.
Sundays | 12-4pm
Join us near the Ocean Avenue Entrance to explore the wonders of nature with Alliance Naturalists. Activities will include games, paper flower making, and more nature activities.
Sunday, June 22 | 12:30pm, 1:15pm & 2:00pm
Get ready for some seriously silly fun—Fizgig Studio is bringing their hit show SOME CLOWNS to Carreau Club on Governors Island! Join for an afternoon of absurd antics, physical comedy, and pure chaotic joy featuring Loner, Jailbreak, Yoyo, and more surprise guests.
Sunday, June 22 | 1:00-2:30pm
Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month with NYC Parks! Join the Urban Park Rangers and friends for a celebration of the rich diversity of nature and the people who have shaped and relied on NYC Parks for generations!
Sunday, June 22 | 2-5pm | RSVP here
Join for an uplifting community event to celebrate Caribbean heritage, community, literacy and play! Enjoy a story session reading Boxitects, the story of Meg, a brilliant and creative boxitect who creates extraordinary things out of ordinary cardboard boxes. Plus, celebrate Caribbean Heritage month! Enjoy Caribbean makers stations, art projects, movement workshops, vibrant storytelling and more. Free books will also be provided by the Brooklyn Book Bodega.
Sunday, June 22 | 7:30pm
Smith Street Stage presents Henry V in Carroll Park. Performances run June 5-29 in Brooklyn’s Carroll Park, begin at 7:30 PM and are free. Join us for this timely story of leadership, collective endeavor, and the morally complicated sacrifices that are made in the name of nationhood.
Sunday, June 22 – Monday, July 7
A meteor shower will be visible over the NYC skies starting June 22! Best viewed from rooftops, city beaches, and open fields in parks, you’ll be able to see it without a telescope. The peak will come between dusk on June 26 and dawn on June 27, when you’ll bel able to see one to two shooting stars every hour.
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Updated: June 22, 2025. Main Photo: Still We Rise: Juneteenth in Brower Park.
