Weekend Planner: September 23-25

Just because the weather’s getting cooler (and a tad bit more dreary) doesn’t mean
there’s not a ton to do with your kids (both inside and out). As always,
we’ve gathered a round-up of cool kid-friendly events going on this weekend. Art
fairs, fan fests and fun performances top our list of fun family adventures we
think your little ones will enjoy. —

There are a ton of arts fairs this weekend to get your
little one’s creative minds working. Bring the family to the DUMBO Arts
Festival, which is offering a number of kid-friendly events this time around. Your pint-sized Picassos can watch hilarious street performances, create their own flags and puppets
(and then march with them in a parade!), and see a circus complete with clowns and
acrobats. At the Affordable Art Fair
in Manhattan, kids can learn about
the world of contemporary art at a gallery designed especially for them,
complete with activities and workshops. Finally, on Saturday, museums across
the city will open their doors to allow the public free access to their
exhibits during the 7^th Annual Smithsonian Museum Day. Explore family-friendly galleries at The
Children’s Museum of Manhattan,
the Intrepid Sea,
Air & Space Museum
and the Brooklyn Museum…just to name a few.

Speaking of the Intrepid, take your little slugger over on Saturday
for the Fifth Annual Yankees Radio Network FanFest. Celebrate your favorite team with festive games like a Home Run Derby and a
“Soak the Sox” Dunk Tank. Former players Goose Gossage, Moose
Skowron, Doc Gooden and John Flaherty will also be there to sign autographs.

The 92^nd Street
Y is hosting a festival
on Sunday with a ton of kid-friendly outdoor activities. Children can
participate in games, sports and arts and crafts, as well as watching
performances from teen dance troupes and gymnastics demonstrations from 92Y
kids.

Symphony Space kicks off their Just Kidding!
series on Sunday with some very special performances. Enjoy the family tunes
and stories of four-time Grammy nominees Trout Fishing in America,
as well as other guest artists from the Secret
Mountain catalog.

And finally, for something parents will enjoy as much as (or
maybe even more than) kids, head down to Washington
Square Park
on Saturday night for the ultimate lightsaber battle. Even if your children don’t know the difference between a Jedi and Sith,
they’ll have a blast partaking in this epic Star
Wars-themed play fight.

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weekend highlights.

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Steps on Broadway Youth Programs

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Bounce! Family Entertainment Center

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center is an indoor birthday party and play space located in Syosset, NY. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, open play, and more! We have the best party packages on Long Island! Our facility has multiple AWESOME attractions: The Trampoline courts, The Adventure Zone, Bumper Cars, Laser Tag, Soft Play, Arcade, &amp; MORE! If you need a break from jumping and climbing, try out some of our delicious food from The Bounce Bites Kitchen! Come on in to any of our Open Play, Toddler Time, or Glow Night sessions!

Play On! Studios

Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games! Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun! Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show! During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we&rsquo;ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us. &nbsp;