Weekend Planner: All Of The Best Events Happening This Weekend (June 30-July 2)

"Eloise at the Museum" Exhibit at New-York Historical Society

Beginning this Friday, Kay Thompson’s beloved character Eloise will spring to life in “Eloise at the Museum,” a new exhibit at the New-York Historical Society. Produced by the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Massachusettes, the exhibition explores Thompson’s stories and Hilary Knight’s glorious illustrations. The installation features 75 objects including portraits, photographs, original manuscript pages, sketchbooks, and vintage dolls. The Society will also host an array of family activities designed to bring Eloise’s “rawther” glamorous world to life. (Beginning Friday) Photo: Hilary Knight, "Illustration for the Plaza Hotel children's menu", 1957-8, Collection of Hilary Knight, via nyhistory.org.

Battery Park City Community Field Day in Rockefeller Park

Enjoy a day of outdoor fun this Friday during Battery Park City’s Community Field Day in Rockefeller Park! Families with children of all ages can play classic field games such as tug of war, relays, and potato sack races. There will also be face painting, double dutch lessons, arts and crafts, bubbles, and much more. Registration is recommended. (Friday) Photo: bpcparks.org

"Angry Birds Universe" Exhibit at New York Hall of Science

Visit the New York Hall of Science this summer to experience its new exhibit “Angry Birds Universe.” The exhibit will allow all ages to explore the world of the hit “Angry Birds” video game series. A highlight of the installation is a giant slingshot station that visitors can use to propel bird balls at their own structures. Other activities include a stop animation and music studio, gaming stations, a climbing wall, a vehicle building station and racetrack, and much more! (Beginning Saturday) Photo: imagineexhibitions.com

"Let's Dance!" Exhibit at the Children's Museum of Manhattan

Boogie and shimmy on over to the Children’s Museum of Manhattan for an all-summer-long dance exhibition that will not only let your kiddies groove to their heart’s content but learn how culture and traditions have shaped dance. How cool is that?! Kids will also get the chance to let their wild side loose with drums and engage their creativity with props and costumes. (Beginning Saturday) Photo: cmom.org

O Say Can You Sing!: A Family Concert Celebrating America at ShapeShifter Lab

This Saturday, puppets will meet folklore and America’s natural wonders! We’re not talking about an episode of Sesame Street, but the dynamic collaboration of The Deedle Deedle Dees and Red Yarn. Both bands will join forces to celebrate America’s birthday with lively folk music and adorable puppeteering. Doors open at 10am. (Saturday) Photo: shapeshifterlab.com

Independence Day Celebration at Historic Richmond Town

Head to Staten Island’s Historic Richmond Town this Saturday for a pre-Fourth of July celebration! Families can enjoy a pie baking demo, listen to a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence, make a colorful pinwheel, and march in the Pinwheel Parade. Plus visitors can also churn ice cream and meet townsfolk from the 1800s. (Saturday) Photo: historicrichmondtown.org

MOMIX: "Opus Cactus" Family Matinee at The Joyce Theater

Dive into a magical night dedicated to exciting your family’s sense of wonder and tickling their funny bone. Captivating dancers will bring the landscape of the American Southwest to NYC through the use of costumes, lighting, and fire dancers. Your family won’t want to miss this entrancing event! (Saturday) Photo: Charles Azzopardi via joyce.org

Everyday People in Betsy Head Park

Join NYC DJs Moma and Rich Knight for the best daytime party that the whole family can attend. There will be beatboxing workshops and tons of dancing until your feet hurt! (Saturday) Photo: everydaypplnyc.com

Living History: Independence Day Weekend at New-York Historical Society

Join the New-York Historical Society in celebrating Independence Day with soldiers from the American Revolution. Visitors will meet the 3rd New Jersey Regiment, a reenacting troop that will demonstrate military drills and provide an in-depth look at a Continental soldier’s accessories. During this historical sneak-peek, museum-goers will also get an up-close look at muskets, as well as tools and equipment used on and off the battlefield. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: nyhistory.org

Big City Fishing Sundays at Pier 25 in Hudson River Park

Reel in some feisty fish with the family on a hot summer day! Join Hudson River Park’s environmental educators who will teach you about river science all while perfecting your fishing skills. The park will provide all the equipment such as the rods and reels so you can catch some big ones! (Sunday) Photo: facebook.com