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Weekend Planner: October 12-14

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The great thing about holidays like Columbus Day–learning opportunities aside, of course–is that the weekend comes around again quickly enough. The weather’s been cooling down fast, so take advantage and hit up the great kids fests going on this weekend. Also to look forward to: an edgy acrobatic show at New Victory Theater, slapstick comedy at Symphony Space, and much more family fun.

Circolombia urban acrobats, photo by Yan Forhan

STARTS FRIDAY

Still need a Halloween costume? GrowNYC and Ottendorfer Library’s swap is a great–and free–way to find new-to-you costumes. Scramble no more! (Friday)

Urban, an edgy Colombian acrobat troupe coming to New Victory Theater this weekend, is just for kids who think they’ve seen it all. Hang on tight! (Friday-Sunday)

 

STARTS SATURDAY

Take over Madison Square Park at its Fall Kids Fest, which brims with crafts, pumpkin patch fun, and other carnival fare. Here’s what else to expect. (Saturday)

Applause is lighting up the night with a Hip Hop Night for tweens and teens this year, with tunes from DJ Fulano, a graffiti artist, and more. Oh my! (Saturday)

Sweaty Saturday encourages kids to get active and get healthy all over the city. From Gaga to yoga, see the participants here. (Saturday)

Laugh out loud at “Exit, Stage Left!”, the silent slapstick comedy at Symphony Space. Expect rubber chickens, balancing ladders, and more. What a hoot! (Saturday)

The My Dog Loves Central Park Country Fair celebrates your canine best friend with games, obedience contests, trainer tips, and more. Awww. (Saturday)

Love creative theater adaptations? Check out “Guyi-Guyi,” an “Ugly Duckling” rendition involving crocodile friends and identity crises. Get the clever scoop here. (Saturday-Sunday)

It’s a pirate adventure at Ascarium, the New York Aquarium’s annual Halloween attraction. Say “ahoy” to sunken ships, dancing gypsies–and a chance to get in free. (Saturday-Sunday)

 

STARTS SUNDAY

Harmony on the Hudson, a summertime Battery Park City favorite, is grabbing onto the last of fair weather with a Family Day of arts, games, and performances. Enjoy! (Sunday)

Get more music at 92YTribeca’s B.Y.O.K. concert series, presenting Astrograss for Kids this weekend–with a side of healthy snacks and a discount program. Rock on! (Sunday)

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