Free Kid and Family Activities in NYC: 10 Free Things to Do This Week
We always feature great family events on New York Family, and you can also find many more on our calendar of events. In addition, each week we also share ten things you can do for FREE for the week ahead throughout the five boroughs. Scroll down to plan your week!
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Free Family Events for the Week of 9/17-9/23
The Feast of San Gennaro The Feast of San Gennaro is not only a New York icon, but a world known 11 day event which stretches throughout 11 blocks of the Little Italy neighborhood. Wander the neighborhood and discover great food and entertainment. Daily through Sept. 21. See website for complete schedule. All ages. Mulberry St., Manhattan
Slime! Join the Library for an afternoon of ooey, gooey slime making fun using everyday household products. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 3:30 pm. Ages 5 – 12. Woodstock Library, 761 East 160th St., Bronx
U.S. National Park Service Read Aloud and Craft Meet Earnie, a National Park Ranger, for a special read aloud and nature-themed craft. Thursday, Sept. 18, 3:30 pm. Ages 5 – 18. South Beach Library, 41 Father Capodanno Blvd., Staten Island
Movie Nights on the Overlook Grab your blankets and lawn chairs for a special screening of How to Train Your Dragon and discover a fresh way to experience Wollman Rink beyond skating season! Thursday, Sept. 18, 8 pm. All ages. Central Park Wollman Rink, 830 5th Ave. Manhattan
Annual Fall Festival – Bronx Neighborhood Health Learn about community-based and NYC programs and services along with health screenings, resources, and fun filled activities. Saturday, Sept. 20, noon – 4 pm. All ages. Walter Gladwin Park, 200 E Tremont Ave, Bronx
Kew Gardens Community Arts Day 2025 The neighborhood will be transformed into an afternoon of art experiences featuring local artists and musicians as well as activities for all ages including a Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival, animal meet and greet with Alley Pond Park Environmental Center’s and much much more! Saturday, Sept. 20, noon – 5 pm. All ages. Kew Gardens Business District, Austin Street, Lefferts Blvd, 83 Ave., Kew Gardens, Queens
56th Annual African American Day Parade Celebrate African American heritage and culture at this festive parade featuring marching bands, majestic floats, community organizations, celebrities, and more! Sunday, Sept. 21, 12:30 – 6 pm. All ages. 111th street -136th St. at Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd., Manhattan
Bus Festival Climb aboard and explore the evolution of NYC’s bus fleet, enjoy hands-on activities for all ages, meet the people who keep our city moving, and snap a picture-perfect photo of vintage vehicles with the Manhattan skyline as your backdrop. Sunday, Sept. 21, 10 am – 3:30 pm. All ages. Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn
Tot Time Tuesdays Explore a new nature topic each week during this toddler program through crafts and activities. A story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short 15 minute guided hike at 11am. Tuesdays through Dec. 30, 10 – 11:30 am. Ages 5 and younger. Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve, Nature Interpretive Center, 2351 Veterans Road West, Staten Island
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