Weekend Planner: Fun Family Activities In NYC (September 30-October 2)

"20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" at the New Victory Theater

The New Victory Theater will kick off its 2016-2017 season with this timeless adventure story performed by Kidoons/WYRD Productions of Montreal, Canada! This new version of a beloved classic follows Jules as he sets off on an aquatic adventure bringing the depths of the ocean to life through interactive technology and stunning projection. This show has a running time of an hour and 45 minutes (including one intermission). (Beginning Friday) Photo: Claus Anderson

Fall Activities at the Queens County Farm Museum

Head to the Queens County Farm Museum this weekend as they officially kick off Fall! Purchase your favorite variety of Hudson Valley apples while sipping on fresh, locally made apple cider. Enjoy a sheep shearing demonstration (Saturday, October 1st only), and then head over with your littles ones to the farm’s Pumpkin Patch to pick out your own pumpkin! (Beginning Saturday) Photo: queensfarm.org

"I Approve This Message" Exhibit at the Children's Museum of Manhattan

Is your child curious about the 2016 presidential election? Then check out “I Approve This Message,” the new interactive exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. In addition to introducing young children to the electoral process, it will also feature a 40-foot display of framed historical documents, including autographs of every American President. (Beginning Saturday) Photo: cmom.org

Chile Pepper Festival 2016 at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Spice up your Saturday with the 24th annual Chile Pepper Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden! Enjoy a fiery day of live music and dance plus all kinds of foods utilizing various varieties of chili peppers. There will also be a farmer’s market and tours exploring chili pepper plantings at the Garden. Join BBG in celebration of chili peppers and the cultures that use them. (Saturday) Photo: bbg.org

My Dog Loves Central Park Fair in Central Park

Bring your family and dog(s) to Central Park this Saturday for the My Dog Loves Central Park Fair! Spend a dog day afternoon with your pooch during this on-leash event which includes games, trainer sessions, a dog license corner, a dog agility obstacle course, a dog adoption station, canine makeovers, and more. Kids will howl for the Family Fun Zone where they can participate in a scavenger hunt! (Saturday) Photo: centralparknyc.org

Vered and the Babes at Symphony Space

A kid-friendly doo-wop group? Count us in! Parents and kids will love singing and dancing to Vered and the Babes’ upbeat music, featuring lyrics grown ups can get into and beats that kids can get down with. (Saturday) Photo: symphonyspace.org

World Maker Faire at the New York Hall of Science

At the 7th annual World Maker Faire makers will be sharing everything from robotics to food-making to DIY crafting in what has become the Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth. Be sure to buy a ticket and drop by to learn what innovations are shaping the future as well as to meet the people behind them. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: makerfaire.com

Honey Weekend at Wave Hill

Buzz over to Wave Hill for a weekend of fun and educational activities related to bees and honey. There will be bee-centered family art projects, a candle-making workshop, honey tastings, a demonstration on extracting honey, and an information station where you can try on real beekeeping gear. Families will also have the opportunity to adopt their very own Wave Hill bee! (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: Joshua Bright via wavehill.org

Ri Ra Children's Festival of Literature at The Irish Arts Center

This annual festival at the Irish Arts Center celebrates Irish children’s literature and is a wonderful opportunity for children to discover new books and take part in reading and storytelling workshops. (Sunday) Photo: Irish Arts Center via Facebook

"Pete the Cat" at the Queens Theatre

Children will love going on an adventure with Pete, a blue, rock and roll-loving cat, and his friend Jimmy as they search for inspiration for Jimmy’s second grade art class. Thankfully, Pete has enough room in his VW Bus for the whole family to get in on the fun. (Sunday) Photo: queenstheatre.org

Elle Belle Takes a Sweeter-Than-Sweet Trip to Hershey, PA

This sweet little lady had the most terrific and tasty trip to the sweetest place on earth – Hershey, PA! It was a delicious adventure filled with smiles and chocolate everywhere.