Things to Do This Weekend with the Kids in NYC
We’re back with another round-up of weekend activities for NYC families! Discover the best family-friendly activities and events happening in New York this weekend. Here is just a taste of what’s happening this weekend in New York City!
Consult our calendar of events for a comprehensive list!
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We are the Rainbow: Artwork
Rainbows can represent hope and promise — especially after stormy weather. Kick off June with colorful artworks made by our favorite artists: you!
June 11 – 13, 10 am – 4:30 pm
The Tisch Building at CMOM, 212 West 83rd St.
Van Gogh’s Flowers
NYBG becomes the canvas for the colorful brush strokes of one of the world’s most revered artists during Van Gogh’s Flowers, where you’ll revel in the beauty of the flowers that inspired his iconic paintings, by day, and by night.
Tuesdays – Sundays, 10 am – 6 pm through Oct. 26
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Blvd.
Walking Tour: “All-of-a-Kind Family”
Take the kids on a trip to the literary Lower East Side! Follow in the footsteps of Ella, Henny, Sarah, Charlotte, and Gertie, the beloved sisters depicted in Sydney Taylor’s children’s classic All-of-a-Kind Family. Stroll through the story and into the streets to learn about the real-life people and Lower East Side places that inspired Taylor to write All-of-a-Kind Family. These behind-the-scenes details are guaranteed to make you love the book even more!
June 13, 11:30 am – 1 pm
Museum at Eldridge St., 12 Eldridge St.
Feast of St. Anthony
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church will host the Feast of Saint Anthony in the heart of Bronx Little Italy. Enjoy live music, entertainment, amusements, rides, and delicious eats!
June 11 – 13, 3 – 8 pm, June 11 – 15, 12 – 7 pm
Feast of St. Anthony, 627 East 187th St.
Queer Teen Night
LGBTQ+ youth and allies are invited to a Pride celebration at the Whitney. Join us in honoring art, queer history, identity, and allyship. The Museum’s Youth Insights Leaders and artist Dalton Gata, in collaboration with The Door, will lead an evening featuring artmaking, performances, dancing, giveaways, and a tour of Shifting Landscapes.
June 13, 4 pm – 7 pm
The Whitney Museum of American Art, 99 Gansevoort St.
Father’s Day Silent Disco
Join the Alfred E. Smith first Father’s Day Silent Disco offering a variety of activities such as, jumbo games, arts and crafts and light refreshments. Headphones will be provided.
June 13, 5 pm – 7:30 pm
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine St.
Mattituck Lions Club 70th Annual Strawberry Festival
By the middle of June, the North Fork strawberry crop is reaching its peak and bursting with flavor. On Father’s Day weekend, the peak of the strawberry harvest, the Mattituck Lions Club brings the community together for a special weekend of fun and purpose. Dig into the strawberry shortcake, sample the strawberries dipped in chocolate, try the strawberries any way you like them.
June 11 & 12, 5 – 10 pm, June 13, 5 – 11 pm, June 14, 11 am – 11 pm, June 15, 11 am – 5 pm
Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival, 1105 North Road
ARROW Science Expo: Innovate, Explore, Discover
The ARROW Science Expo: Innovate, Explore, Discover is a free public event designed to engage attendees in the wonders of science. Hosted by ARROW Field House, the expo features a variety of interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and engaging presentations. Visitors can enjoy a range of arts and crafts suitable for all ages. Additionally, the event offers games and interactive sessions to make learning about science fun and informative.
June 13, 5:30 pm – 8 pm
A.R.R.O.W. Field House, 35-30 35th St.
Riverkeeper Fish Migration Celebration
Get ready to make a splash! On Saturday, June 14, you can take part in the inaugural Riverkeeper Fish Migration Celebration — a day-long, river-spanning extravaganza honoring our finned friends’ incredible journey upstream.
June 14, 9 am – 12 pm
Hudson River Park, Pier 64, 163 12th Ave.
The Brooklyn Sportscard & Memorabilia Show
Join this fun-filled day of trading, buying, and selling sports cards. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, this event is perfect for all enthusiasts. Meet fellow collectors, discover rare finds, and maybe even score that one card missing from your collection.
June 14, 10 am – 4 pm
St. Patrick’s Catholic Academy, 401 97th St.
Father’s/Parents’ Day
Celebrate Parents’ Day at CMOM all weekend long! Join CMOM to create thoughtful gifts and think about the special grown-ups in our lives.
June 14 & 15, 10 am – 4:30 pm
The Tisch Building at CMOM, 212 West 83rd St.
Father’s Day Weekend at Belmont Park Village
Auto enthusiasts can experience the Village’s first-ever Cars & Coffee in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Porsche Club of America — featuring luxury Porsches, La Colombe coffee, pastries, and Father’s Day shopping.
June 14, 10 am – 12 pm
Belmont Park Village, 2601 Hempstead Turnpike
The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei
In 1981, American architect I. M. Pei was asked by the French president to redesign parts of the famous Louvre Museum in Paris, home to the Mona Lisa and now famous for Pei’s glass pyramid at its center. Award-winning biographer Jeanne Walker Harvey, author of The Glass Pyramid, will tell us the story of Pei’s problem-solving and persistence. Then she’ll guide us in a hands-on activity where we’ll construct our own mini-Louvre pyramids from paper!
June 14, 10:30 am – 11:30 am
The Skyscraper Museum, 39 Battery Place
Horns-a-Plenty!
The amazing French horn quartet, Metropolitan Horn Authority, is back with Mozart for Munchkins! Their lively program features fanfares, classical favorites, and beloved music from movies and video games—sure to delight audiences of all ages. With sing-alongs, games, and plenty of fun, it’s a performance you won’t want to miss!
June 14, 11 am – 11:45 am
St. Paul’s Episcopal, 199 Carroll Street
Brooklyn Children’s Museum at Brooklyn Pride Parade
Join BCM at this year’s Brooklyn Pride Festival and Parade! BCM will have a booth at the Festival’s Family Fun Zone by the Old Stone House, where you can make a rainbow crown to wear and a sign to show off. Afterwards, join BCM to march in the parade at 7 pm!
June 14, 11 am – 4 pm
Brooklyn Children’s Museum at Brooklyn Pride Parade, 336 3rd St.
39th Annual Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade
Under the inspiring theme of “United We Are Stronger,” the 39th Anniversary of the Bronx Puerto Rican Parade promises to be a vibrant showcase of rich culture and community spirit. Honor outstanding individuals and organizations who have made a remarkable impact in the Bronx. Enjoy stunning floats, live music and entertainment, dynamic car clubs, and cultural organizations marching proudly down the Grand Concourse.
June 14, 11 am
Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade, The Grand Concourse bet. 165th St. & Mount Eden
Watson Adventures’ Secrets of Central Park Scavenger Hunt for Families
Join Watson Adventures on a unique family scavenger hunt! Kids and adults work together to explore the park below 72nd Street. To win, you’ll have to find Stuart Little, decipher a secret code by the pond seen in Home Alone 2, spot Cupid at the Carousel, unscramble a message in the sky and find a witch turned to stone.
June 14, 11 am – 1 pm
Arsenal in Central Park, 830 Fifth Ave.
Juneteenth Family Festival
Experience the joy of Juneteenth at this vibrant outdoor Family Festival—featuring live performances, hands-on activities, and powerful tributes to Black innovation, creativity, and resilience! Inspired by the legacy of Lewis Latimer, this immersive event brings history to life through interactive S.T.E.A.M. activities exploring light, sound, flight, and invention.
June 14, 1 pm – 4 pm
Lewis H. Latimer House, 34-41 137th St.
Spring Family Fair
Celebrate the spring season at the Morgan! Explore exhibitions and the Morgan Garden with a variety of hands-on activities. Fun for the whole family!
June 14, 2 pm – 4:30 pm
The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Ave.
Juneteenth Celebration in Battery Park City
The Battery Park City Authority will host its annual Juneteenth Celebration featuring a jam-packed lineup of free activities, including storytelling, pony rides, music, arts and crafts, and more for the whole family to enjoy.
June 14, 2 pm – 5 pm
Rockefeller Park, Chambers St. & River Terrace
Juneteenth: Black and Indigenous Cowboys
Get a historical look at Black cowboys’ involvement in building the heritage of the Old Western Frontier! The Black, Indigenous, and African Cultural Center will present a lecture and demonstration showcasing this topic as part of the Lefrak City Library Community Day and Juneteenth Block Party celebration. Chief Van of the Lenappe Nation will host a session filled with music, dance, and language to share elements of Indigenous culture and display the art of horsemanship, horse culture, and animal care.
June 14, 2 pm – 3 pm
Queens Public Library Lefrak City, 98-30 57 Ave.
Father’s/Parents’ Day
Celebrate Parents’ Day at CMOM all weekend long! Join CMOM to create thoughtful gifts and think about the special grown-ups in our lives.
June 14 & 15, 10 am – 4:30 pm
The Tisch Building at CMOM, 212 West 83rd St.
Just for Kids: Inside a Firetruck
This Father’s Day, enjoy an inside tour of a fire truck with the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department.
June 15, 11 am – 12 pm
Dr. John’s Playground in Marine Park, Ave. X and Gerritsen Ave.
Egg Rolls, Egg Creams, and Empanadas Street Festival
Celebrate the diverse cultures that give the Lower East Side and Chinatown their identity alongside talented artisans, stage and street performers, and visitors from near and far!
June 15, 12 pm – 4 pm
Museum at Eldridge St., 12 Eldridge St.
Plan Your Family Weekend!
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