Things to Do with the Kids This Weekend in Brooklyn!

Fun Things to Do with the Kids This Weekend in Brooklyn!

Brooklyn is always 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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Yankee Fair

Enjoy community activities, local vendors, and family-friendly attractions at this annual Brooklyn fair.
Nov. 8, 10 am – 3 pm
Plymouth Church, 75 Hicks St.

Brooklyn FC vs DC Power FC

Catch the excitement as Brooklyn FC takes on DC Power FC in this high-energy soccer match.
Nov. 8, 3 – 5:30 pm
Maimonides Park, 1904 Surf Ave.

JPlay!

A fun, interactive music and movement session for toddlers and their caregivers.
Nov. 9, 10 am – noon
The Senesh School, 342 Smith St.

Shuffleboard for The Shorter Set

Enjoy an afternoon of shuffleboard, snacks, and good vibes at this special family-friendly event designed for kids and tweens.
Nov. 9, 11 noon – 5 pm
The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club, 514 Union St.

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.
Nov. 9, 2 – 3:30 pm
New York Transit Museum, 99 Schermerhorn St.

Pumpkin Patch

Pick your perfect pumpkin, enjoy seasonal treats, and take part in fall-themed fun at this festive pumpkin patch.
Through Nov. 9, Saturdays and Sundays 11 am – 5 pm
Aviator Sports and Events Center, Floyd Bennett Field, 3159 Flatbush Ave.

Rumpelstiltskin

Delight in this classic fairy tale brought to life through enchanting puppetry for the whole family.
Through Nov. 16, Saturdays and Sundays 12:30 pm and Saturdays 2:30 pm; Nov. 11, 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm
Puppetworks Inc., 338 6th Ave.

Pumpkin Patch

Pick your perfect pumpkin, enjoy seasonal treats, and take part in fall‑themed fun at this festive pumpkin patch.
Through Nov. 9, Saturday & Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm
Aviator Sports and Events Center, Floyd Bennett Field, 3159 Flatbush Ave, Marine Park

Madame Morbid’s Trolley Tours

Brooklyn’s favorite Halloween tradition, Madame Morbid’s Trolley Tours, rises again! Ride a Victorian carriage through Park Slope, Williamsburg, Cobble Hill, Gowanus, Prospect Park, and the Navy Yard to uncover haunted brownstones, hidden cemeteries, and eerie legends, from a deadly séance and a tragic theater fire to a whale-killing canal and a headless ghost on the Brooklyn Bridge.
Through November 9, Wednesdays – Sundays, 7 pm; Wednesdays – Sundays, 9 pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 4 pm
Madame Morbid, 510 Driggs Ave.

Looking for even more family fun? Be sure to check out our comprehensive calendar of events, updated daily with the latest happenings across Brooklyn and beyond, from festivals and performances to free local activities for all ages.