Top 10 April family events in Brooklyn

1. Keff Joons Art Exhibition by CJ Hendry

Friday, April 11–Sunday, April 20 | 10am-5pm | Best for 8+ | FREE | Vinegar Hill

A free immersive art exhibit Keff Joons by artist CJ Hendry has popped up at 50 Gold Street in Vinegar Hill, with a surreal maze of larger-than-life balloon sculptures that visitors are encouraged to climb on, bounce, and play! Australian artist CJ Hendry is a local Brooklyn mom and also the founder of the wildly popular Space Club play spaces, with locations in Greenpoint and Fort Greene. All guests must remove their shoes, and grip socks are provided free of charge. You must also sign a wavier before exploring the exhibition. In addition to the giant maze of balloons, the show also features smaller sculptures and works on paper. Read more here!

2. Opening Day at Deno’s Wonder Wheel

Sunday, April 13 | 10am-6pm | FREE admission, $10 rides on the Wonder Wheel (first 105 guests ride for FREE!) | More ride pricing here | Coney Island

Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park, celebrating its 105th season in Coney Island, will kick off the season on Sunday, April 13 with its 40th Annual “Blessing of the Rides” at 10am. Following the blessing, the first 105 guests riding the iconic Wonder Wheel for free! The amusement park also has many kiddie rides, which will open at 11am, with adult rides opening at 12pm. Deno’s will be open on weekends only through May 18, then daily from May 23 through September 3, and on weekends and holidays from September 6 through October 26.

3. Celebrate Easter!

Whether you’re looking for a classic egg hunt in the park, a chance to meet the Easter Bunny, or creative arts and crafts activities for the little ones, Brooklyn has plenty of festive activities to make this Easter unforgettable.

• Brooklyn Heights Easter Egg Hunt & Bake Sale
  Saturday, April 12 (Rain date: Sunday April 13) | 10:30am | Ages 0-3 at Harry Chapin Playground | Ages 4+ at Pierrepont Playground | FREE | Brooklyn Heights
  Brooklyn Heights Association‘s annual egg hunt will be held at two location this year: little bunnies 3 years and younger should report to Harry Chapin playground and children 4 years and older should head to Pierrepont Playground. The Egg Hunt begins at 10:30am SHARP! If you miss the eggs, you can still celebrate with our bake sale! Sign up here to contribute baked goods or work a one-hour volunteer shift.
• BK Easter Egg Hunt for Kids on Fulton Street
  Saturday, April 12 | 1-4pm | $17.85/child | Clinton Hill
  Join us at 810 Fulton Street for an unforgettable Easter egg hunt experience. There will be an egg hunt with age-specific zone, face painting and crafts, special Easter Bunny photo op, kids’ music and games, sweet treats and snacks, and prizes!
• BKLYN Easter Fest at CityPoint
  Saturday, April 19 | 11am-1pm | FREE | Ages 1-10 | FREE | RSVP here| Downtown Brooklyn
  City Point and Brooklyn Bridge Parents will bring Easter Fest to Downtown BKLYN with kids DIY spring crafts, Easter Bunny #selfies, cookie decorating and games for ages 1 to 10. Saturday, April 19 from 11am to 1pm.
• Egg Hunt in Brower Park
  Saturday, April 19 | 1-3pm | FREE | Crown Heights
  Bring your family and friends for a day of excitement as you search for colorful eggs hidden throughout the park. Get ready for games, activities, and maybe even a visit from the Easter Bunny! The hunt starts promptly at 1:30pm.
• The Bunny Hop Family Disco at Friends of Firefighters
  Sunday, April 20 | 11am-3pm | $10/person for ages 2 and up and $35 for a family of four | Red Hook
  The Bunny Hop Family Disco is an event designed to bring families together for an afternoon of fun, laughter, and dancing. This family-friendly gathering features a vibrant mix of music that caters to all ages, from classic hits to current chart-toppers, ensuring everyone finds a beat they can groove to.
• Easter Skate Party with the Easter Bunny at Pier 2 Roller Rink
  Sunday, April 20 | 1:00-8:3opm | $12 admission, $8 skate rental | Brooklyn Bridge Park
  Roller skate outside on the beautiful Pier 2 in Brooklyn, with stunning views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the BEST views of NYC. Don’t miss out on this egg-stravaganza—bring your friends and family for a day of fun, skating, and sweet memories!
• Easter Sunday Celebration at Time Out Market
  Sunday, April 20 | 1-5pm | FREE | DUMBO
  Join us for a fun-filled day at Time Out Market New York  with delicious food, live music, and Easter-themed activities. Get ready for a special appearance by the Easter Bunny himself! Snap some adorable photos and create lasting memories. Enjoy live music from our resident vocalist, Najah Moser, taking the stage at 2pm, bringing joy and rhythm to our celebration.
• And so much more! See our full guide of Easter events for families here.

4. Check out an epic car show

There are some amazing auto shows coming to Brooklyn and Manhattan this month:

• New York Auto Show
  Friday, April 18–Sunday, April 27 | Monday–Thursday, 10am-8pm | Fridays & Saturdays, 10am-10pm, Sunday 10am-7pm | $22/adult, $8 children ages 3-12 | Javits Center | Hell’s Kitchen
  The New York Auto Show is celebrating their 125th anniversary this year. It has been held annually every year dating back to 1900, and was the first auto exhibition in North America. It is held at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, and will run through Sunday, April 27 (the show will be open on Easter Sunday!)
• Wheels of NYC Car Show
  Sunday, April 19 | 12-6pm | $30 presale tickets, $35 at door, FREE for ages 12 and under  | Agger Fish Warehouse | Brooklyn Navy Yard 
  Join Wheels of NYC for their season opener, a classic car event that celebrates New York City’s vibrant automobile culture. This event is packed with vintage vehicles, live music, food, and drinks—an ideal afternoon for car enthusiasts and families. It’s the perfect setting for a family outing or a daytime date, with children under 12 admitted free of charge. Don’t miss out on this exciting event — advanced tickets are highly recommended.

5. Soak up cherry blossom season at Brooklyn Botanic Garden and beyond

Brooklyn Botanic Garden has some of Brooklyn’s best cherry blossom trees, and they’re just starting to bloom! Here’s all the ways to celebrate spring at BBG:

• Use the Garden’s CherryWatch tracker to see when trees are in full bloom, and take advantage of the Garden’s extended hours this season. Starting April 1, BBG opens early Friday–Sunday: 8am-6pm and opens early and late Tuesday–Thursday: 8am-8pm. Admission is $22/adult, $16/students 12+ with ID, and free for children under 12. A portion of each day’s tickets are available free of charge to those who need them.
• Get tickets for Hanami Nights, April 22–25. The cherry blossoms on Cherry Esplanade will be lit up for maximum effect. Try your hand at origami, and view a curated display of bonsai in the Lillian and Amy Goldman Atrium. Tickets sell out fast!
• Weekends in Bloom, starting April 26, will feature pop-up music and dance performances, morning programming for kids and families in the Discovery Garden, and Garden tours.
• During the week, bring your little ones to Spring First Discoveries, a program for the garden’s youngest patrons on Wednesday & Friday mornings.
• Want more cherry blossoms in Brooklyn? You can find more blooms at parks all over Brooklyn! See our roundup of all the best spots here.

6. Show the planet some love for Earth Day

8. Cheer on the Brooklyn Half Marathon runners

Sunday, April 27 | 7am-1pm | FREE to spectate | Greenpoint to Prospect Park

Cheer on friends, family, and neighbors during the upcoming Brooklyn Half Marathon! Recommended cheer spots include the Williamsburg Bridge Area, DUMBO, Cadman Plaza, Grand Army Plaza and Eastern Parkway. See the full course map here!