Brooklyn’s bringing the heat this week with non-stop family fun—outdoor concerts, dance parties, movies under the stars, kayaking on the East River, and nature programs in our parks. Don’t miss the final days of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the Giglio Carnival in Williamsburg, Summer Stroll in Bay Ridge, Friday night fireworks in Coney Island, Sprinkler Saturday at Vanderbilt Open Streets, and a special edition of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at Brower Park. Plus, there’s the all-ages Love Saves the Day! dance party at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Play in the Square in Domino Square, and The Great Ice Cream Fair at Smorgasburg in Prospect Park. And if you’re up for a trip into Manhattan, check out Living Memory: Messi—A Goal in Life, a free immersive art experience celebrating Messi’s legendary 2009 header, on view daily at Christie’s Rockefeller Center.
MONDAY
Living Memory: Messi—A Goal in Life at Rockefeller Center | Manhattan
Daily through Tuesday, July 22 | 10am-5pm (except Sundays, 1-5pm)
Step into a powerful moment from Lionel Messi’s career with Living Memory: Messi—A Goal in Life, a free immersive art experience by Refik Anadol, on view at Christie’s New York from July 12–22. The exhibit captures Messi’s iconic 2009 Champions League header using data from his body and breath. Admission to the exhibition is free with a ticket, which can be picked up at the Christie’s entrance.
Free Admission Days @ Pier 2 Roller Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
The Pier 2 Roller Rink in Brooklyn Bridge Park offers free admission hours on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays. Roller skate with amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan! Skate rental is $8 per person.
Lego Robotics at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Mondays | 4-5pm | Ages 9-17 | Registration required
Learn to use advanced LEGO robotics sets while exploring STEM concepts and making new friends. Registration required!
Coastal Cleanup | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Monday, July 14 | 5:30-7:30pm | Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult | Registration required
Coastal Cleanup volunteers help keep our shorelines clean by removing debris from the waterfront. Volunteers of all ages are welcome; under 16’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No orientation or experience is required, but note that this activity may involve climbing up and down rocks.
Bond with Brooklyn Blockbusters: The Iron Giant at Pacific Park | Prospect Heights
Monday, July 14 | Movie at sunset | PG
Join us every Monday for an exciting movie night experience at Pacific Park. You can find the weekly screenings at Pacific Park, Brooklyn, NY 11238, located on the central lawn between 595 Dean St and Chelsea Piers Fitness Prospect Heights (645 Dean St). This event operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot on the lawn.
TUESDAY
Free Music Show with Hopalong Andrew at Whole Foods | Gowanus
Hopalong Andrew’s weekly shows at Whole Foods are FREE! Make sure to double check in his Instagram the morning of to make sure class has not been cancelled for any reason.
Music with Yonatan at Martha’s Bakery | Williamsburg
Tuesday, July 15 | 11:00-11:30am | Ages 0-5
Come along with the JCC Brooklyn North Williamsburg for summer full of FREE fun activities for the kids! Join us for free music with Yonatan at Martha’s Bakery.
Summer Lunchtime Jazz Concerts in Columbus Park: Chembo Corniel Quintet | Downtown Brooklyn
Tuesday, July 15 | 12:00-1:30pm
Enjoy your lunch outdoors with some of jazz’s most celebrated local musicians!
Recycled Sounds by Kevin Nathaniel Hylton: An Aviva and Friends Event at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Tuesday, July 15 | 3:30-4:30pm
The Recycled Sounds program is an exciting music-filled journey with jams, stories, dances, and call-and-response that engage the audience in the musical possibilities of items that we might usually discard. All ages welcome! No registration required.
Jack and Friends Summer Concert Series: Lavender Blues at Park Slope Library | Park Slope
Tuesday, July 15 | 4:00-4:45pm | Registration opens 24 hours in advance
Sing, dance and play with Lavender Blues at BPL! Don’t miss this high energy performance for babies and toddlers including songs from our REMIXED to a new cadence and bonus beat! Think Baby Hip Hop! Plus, new tracks from Lady B’s follow up album , the REMIXES volume 2!
Outdoor Movie Double Feature: Night at the Museum & Big at Domino Square | Williamsburg
Tuesday, July 15 | Night at the Museum (PG) at 4pm | Big (PG) at 7pm
On four Tuesdays in July & August, Domino Square will show double features of movies set in NYC. 4pm showings feature family-friendly movies and activities, presented by A Rosie Day. 7pm showings explore NYC from the 1980s to the 2010s, presented by Nitehawk Cinema, with DJ sets that take you back in time.
New Mom Meet Up at Fontainhas | DUMBO
Tuesdays | 4:30-6:00pm
Bring your baby to Fontainhas for some cozy chai and hangs with other new moms. Hosted every week by the new mom pop-up POST.
Youth Basketball Clinics with King Hoops | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Tuesdays in June & July | 5-7pm | Ages 4-17 | Register here
Kids ages 4-17 can join Brooklyn Bridge Park for free basketball clinics led by KING Hoops! Learn basketball basics as head coaches lead participants through drills and games. The first hour (5-6pm) will be for beginner players who are brand new to the sport. The second hour (6-7pm) will be for advanced beginners to intermediate players. Advanced registration and waivers are required, although walk-up registrations can be accommodated as space allows. Registration is by-the-week.
Sunset Volunteer Series | Prospect Park
Tuesday, July 15 | 5-7pm | Ages 14+ | Register here
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a new weekday evening volunteer opportunity. Volunteers will help with invasive plant removal, litter pickup and mulching. Please note that start and end times for Sunset Series vary depending on the sunset.
Cobble Hill Music in the Park: The Afro-Latineers | Cobble Hill Park
Tuesday, July 15 | 6-7pm | RSVP here
Cobble Hill Park will once again bring free, live music to the neighborhood on Tuesday evenings in July. Join for Afro-Latin jazz on Tuesday, July 15.
NIA Free Summer Concerts: Mainsail | Bay Ridge
Tuesday, July 15 | 7-8pm
Free Summer Concerts return to Shore Park Shore Rd & 79th St in Bay Ridge every Tuesday in July and August, with the main band starting at 7pm and an opening act from School of Rock at 6pm! On Tuesday, July 15, join for yacht rock from Mainsail. Check NIA’s Instagram and website for rain date announcements.
WEDNESDAY
Rolie Polie Guacamole at Pacific Library | Downtown Brooklyn
Wednesday, July 16 | 10:45-11:20am
Join us in wonderful show incorporate fun, fresh and smart lyrics in a style appealing to audiences: kids, toddlers, preschoolers nannies and adults. Get up and move with high energy.
Teen Service Series: Green Prospect Park | Prospect Park
Wednesday, July 16 | 11am-1pm | For teens | Register here
Help remove invasive plants, maintain woodland trails and other forest restoration work to help Prospect Park thrive. All tools are provided + no experience is necessary. Earn service hours while helping to maintain the park!
Wednesday Wonders at Abolitionist Place | Downtown Brooklyn
Wednesday, July 16 | 12:00-2:30pm
Come to Abolitionist Place for Wednesday Wonders, an afternoon of games, relays, and sports with My Gym City Point (12-1pm) as well as puppet shows, hula-hooping with RollerBoogie (1:30-2:30pm).
Free Admission at New York Aquarium | Coney Island
Wednesdays | 3-6pm | Reserve tickets here; free tickets are made available at 3pm the Monday before
Take advantage of free admission hours at the New York Aquarium in Coney Island, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Note that advance timed tickets are required; the Wednesday Afternoon Ticket Store will open on Monday at 3:00 pm for that Wednesday’s reservations. Do not come to the aquarium without a reserved ticket! There’s a maximum of 4 tickets per order.
Outdoor Art-Making with BkM Teens at Brooklyn Museum | Prospect Heights
Wednesday, July 16 | 3:30-5:30pm
Drop by our outdoor plaza this summer to join our teen Museum Apprentices in an art-making activity. Each project will be inspired by works in the collection. Free and open to the public. Supplies are limited; first come, first served. Rain location: Education Center, 1st Floor.
68th Precinct Police Commissioner’s Day of Play | Bay Ridge
Wednesdays | 4-7pm
Join every Wednesday to participate in the Police Commissioner’s Day of Play! We will be at Shore Road Park (Shore Road and 79th Street) from 4-7pm every week. Activities include basketball, football, hula hoops, board games, and more.
Free Samples & Coupons from Bon Gelati Ice Cream Truck | Barclays Center
Wednesday, July 16
Lidl’s Bon Gelati Ice Cream Truck will be rolling up to Barclays Center, where the New York Liberty will be playing the Indiana Fever. They will be serving up free Mini Mix ice cream samples and handing out $10 off $20 coupons, all in celebration of National Ice Cream Day.
And while you’re there, check out the new art installation The Liberty Portraits: A Monument to the 2024 Champions on the plaza at Barclays Center. The portraits of team members was recently unveiled and honors the Liberty’s first-ever WNBA championship. Read more here!
Free Kayaking at Pier 4 Beach | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Wednesdays | 5-7pm | Register here in advance!
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s free kayaking program runs on Wednesday and Thursday evenings (5-7pm), Saturdays (10am-4pm) with Family Days on Sundays (12-2:30pm) through August. All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers — life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
Bare Feet Downtown Brooklyn at The Plaza at 300 Ashland | Downtown Brooklyn
Wednesday, July 16 | 6-8pm
Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi returns to Downtown Brooklyn on Wednesday evenings this July. Seasoned pros and first-time dancers are all welcome to join on The Plaza’s dance floor for fun and exciting moves. On July 16, join for Swing and Lindy Hop with the Harlem Swing Dance Society featuring Dandy Wellington and his band.
Outdoor Movie: The Wiz in Coffey Park | Red Hook
Wednesday, July 16 | Movie at sunset | G
Join for a free screening of The Wiz in Coffey Park!
THURSDAY
Tot Time at Marsha P. Johnson State Park | Williamsburg
Thursdays | 10-11am | Ages 5 and under | RSVP here
This nature program for ages 5 and under in Marsha P. Johnson State Park is FREE! Supplies are provided on a first come, first serve basis.
Prospect Park Stroller Walk | Prospect Park
Thursdays | 10am-12pm | RSVP here
Calling all parents and caregivers with children! Join a Prospect Park Alliance Naturalist at the Prospect Park Audubon Center for a leisurely stroll along Prospect Park’s waterways. Please note that this walk leaves promptly at 10 am from the Prospect Park Audubon Center.
Summer Spruce Up | Prospect Park
Thursday, July 17 | 10am-1pm | For teens and adults | RSVP here
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a special summer work session at our Summer Spruce Up volunteer series. Volunteers will assist in tasks such as invasive plant removal, trail maintenance, litter pick up, and other landscaping needs. The group meets at a different location every week. If you RSVP, you will receive a reminder email with the meeting location.
Storytime in the Park | Fort Greene Park
Thursdays | 11am
Sing, read, and play with librarians from Walt Whitman Library in Fort Greene Park! For children of all ages and their caregivers. Located at the bottom of the Monument stairs near Myrtle Playground. In case of inclement weather, the program will be held at Walt Whitman Pop-up Library, 240 Nassau Street, 2nd Floor.
Nature Exploration: Lake Appreciation | Prospect Park
Thursday, July 17 | 12-4pm
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center. Participants will learn about Prospect Park’s watercourse and observe our underwater invertebrates up close using magnifying glasses. Programs include pond water sampling, a close-up encounter with water-dwelling creatures like turtles and fish, and a nature walk along Brooklyn’s only lake.
Community Access Thursdays at Brooklyn Children’s Museum | Crown Heights
Thursdays | 2-5pm | Reserve here
Explore some of the museum’s most-loved exhibits, including toddler-favorite Totally Tots, the miniature shops of World Brooklyn, our NEST kids’ climber, and more. Then check out ColorLab, the family art studio located on the 2nd floor of the Museum, where artists of all ages can explore, make, and celebrate art. Plus, say hello to BCM’s live animals at Animal Encounters, which repeats twice, first from 3:00-3:20pm and again from 3:45-4:05 pm. It’s recommended that you reserve your tickets in advance online. Walk-ins always welcome.
Nature Storytime at Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Thursday, July 17 | 3:00-3:30pm | Walk-ups only; first-come, first-served
Held on the third Thursday of every month (during Open Hours), librarians from the Adams Street Library lead for an exciting and engaging storytime session, along with singing and rhymes. Stick around after to check out all the animals and activities in the room during Open Hours!
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Thursdays | 3-5pm
Visit the Environmental Education Center for Open Hours. Open Hours offer the opportunity for self-led investigation with guidance by expert educators to reveal the hidden stories found within and around Brooklyn Bridge Park. Explore our critter and fish tanks, a 10′ model of the Park, and enjoy custom arts, crafts, and reading materials which rotate on a monthly basis.
Summer Movie: Trolls at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Thursday, July 17 | 3:30pm | Ages 5+
After School Movie at Brooklyn Heights Library! For kids ages 5 and up. This week’s movie: Trolls (2016). PG. Run time: 1 hour and 32 minutes. No registration required; attendance limited by room capacity.
Comic Book Club at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Thursdays | 4:30-5:30pm | Grades 4-12 | Register here
Like comics, graphic novels, and/or manga? Explore the materials, process, and styles of comics as you create your own!
Live at the Archway: Kaleta and Super Yamba Band & Cara Lee Sparry | DUMBO
Thursday, July 17 | Doors at 5pm | Music 6:00-7:30pm
Live at the Archway returns this summer with seven weeks of free Thursday evening concerts and paired with visual arts programming beneath the Manhattan Bridge Archway in DUMBO. On Stage will be T Marie & Bayou Juju, with an opening set by Fogo Azul. On the Art Wall will be Samantha Dion Baker.
Free Kayaking at Pier 4 Beach | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Thursdays | 5-7pm | Register here in advance!
All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers — life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
Summer Sunset Salsa at Atlantic Terminal Mall Plaza | Downtown Brooklyn
Thursdays, 6-9pm | Through July 17
Join Nieves Latin Dance Studio outside Atlantic Terminal on Thursday nights for a live DJ spinning salsa, bachata & Latin beats and free dance lessons led by professional instructors from Nieves.
Summer Music Series at Bushwick Inlet Park: Ed Martinez & Conjunto Sabor | Williamsburg
Thursday, July 17 | 6:30pm
Join us for the fifth annual music series on the waterfront of 86 Kent Avenue, Thursdays evenings in July at 6:30pm. This year we again welcome musical artists brought to us by El Puente/CADRE and the Jazz Foundation of America. On July 17, join for Ed Martinez & Conjunto Sabor.
Outdoor Movie: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off at Charlotte Patisserie | Greenpoint
Thursday, July 17 | 7pm | PG-13
Join us in the garden for cozy summer evenings, classic films, and your favorite treats under the stars. Thursdays at 7 pm. Enjoy drinks, desserts, and a touch of magic!
Outdoor Movie: Folktales in Transmitter Park | Greenpoint
Thursday, July 17 | Seating at 7pm; introductions at 8:40pm; film at 8:50pm; Q&A with filmmakers at 10:45pm | RSVP here
Join us in McGolrick Park for a special “bring your own dog” screening of the highly-anticipated new documentary from Academy Award-nominated directors Heidi Ewing & Rachel Grady!
Night Lift of the Giglio: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast and Giglio Carnival | Williamsburg
Thursday, July 17 | 7:30pm | Carnival runs through Sunday, July 20
The Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the Giglio Carnival is a beloved Italian tradition in Williamsburg that dates back to 1887. This family-friendly street festival features food vendors, rides, and games, but it’s best known for the Giglio—a 65-foot-tall, 4-ton wooden tower adorned with flowers and statues. In a dramatic display, 120 men lift the towering structure while a live band plays from the top. Join for a Night Lift of the Giglio. The festivities run until July 20; check out the full schedule of events here.
FRIDAY
NIA Mommy & Me Summer Series: Nature Walk | Prospect Park
Fridays, 9:30am | July 18 & 25 and August 1 & 8 | Ages 0-4
This 4-week Mommy & Me summer series is for mom and little ones ages 0-4. Join for a nature walk, yoga, story time in the park, and end with a picnic! All events are free and they’ll also be giveaways!
Family Fridays at City League Coffee | Bay Ridge
Fridays | 9:30-10:30am
Every Friday, City League Coffee invites parents, grandparents, siblings, caregivers and their little ones to join us for a fun-filled exciting hour. Each week is designed to feature a different activity that fosters a sense of togetherness between neighbors.
Movie: The Learning Tree at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Friday, July 18 | 10:30am-12:20pm | PG
Join us on Fridays at 10:30 am for a matinee movie screening in our Multipurpose Room. This week’s showing is The Learning Tree (1969).
Rolie Polie Guacamole at Red Hook Interim Library | Red Hook
Friday, July 18 | 11:00-11:45am
Join us for a morning of music and fun with the endlessly entertaining Rolie Polie Guacamole band! Their show is high energy rock concert for all ages, that gets the audience up and moving to the music. They play a mix of originals, covers and classic children’s music. Free for all ages.
Nature Exploration: Lake Appreciation | Prospect Park
Friday, July 18 | 12-3pm
Join Prospect Park Alliance for these free nature programs:
- Pond water sampling | 12-3 pm | Did you know that an entire community of living insects, plants and animals makes the Lullwater their home? Get a closer view with one of our Naturalists.
- Let’s go to the Zoo! | 2-3 pm | Join us for an exciting trip to the Prospect Park Zoo, where we’ll explore a world of amazing animals. Along the way, we’ll learn fun facts, watch animals in action, and maybe even observe an animal feeding or two.
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Fridays | 3-5pm
Visit the Environmental Education Center for Open Hours. Open Hours offer the opportunity for self-led investigation with guidance by expert educators to reveal the hidden stories found within and around Brooklyn Bridge Park. Explore our critter and fish tanks, a 10′ model of the Park, and enjoy custom arts, crafts, and reading materials which rotate on a monthly basis.
Free Admission Days @ Pier 2 Roller Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
The Pier 2 Roller Rink in Brooklyn Bridge Park offers free admission hours on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays. Roller skate with amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan! Skate rental is $8 per person.
Block BBQ Bash at Kings Theatre | Flatbush
Friday, July 18 | 5-8pm
Come out to the courtyard for a FREE communal block party cookout with music, food and good times (first come, first served while supplies last).
Summer Stroll | Bay Ridge
Friday, July 18 | 6-10pm 82nd Street to Marine Avenue
Summer Stroll on Third Avenue is Bay Ridge’s beloved summer street festival, turning stretches of Third Avenue into a lively, car-free pedestrian plaza on select Friday evenings. Enjoy outdoor dining, live music, local shopping, and family-friendly activities.
Outdoor Movie – Top Gun: Maverick in Transmitter Park | Greenpoint
Friday, July 18 | Movie at sunset | PG-13 | Free tickets here
Join for a free screening of Top Gun: Maverick in Transmitter Park!
Outdoor Movie: Mufasa in Kaiser Park | Coney Island
Friday, July 18 | 8:30-10:30pm | PG
Join for a free screening of Mufasa in Coney Island’s Kaiser Park!
Friday Night Fireworks | Coney Island
Fridays | 9:45pm
Join us every Friday night from June 20th until August 29th for a spectacular show that lights up the Coney Island skyline.
SATURDAY
Free Children’s Events at Dekalb Market Hall | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturdays | 10am-12pm
Come downstairs for weekly complimentary entertainment for your little ones to enjoy. There will be balloon twisting, magic shows, face painting, circus performers, and more. Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse.
Park Pitch In: Lake Appreciation Month | Prospect Park
Saturday, July 19 | 10am-12pm | For teens and adults | Register here
Help care for Prospect Park’s 60-acre lake during our special clean-up series, Park Pitch In: Lake Appreciation. Volunteers will be given grabbers, nets, and bags to help fish out trash from along the shoreline of our Lake. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to remove invasive, unwanted wild growing plants from along the Lake, as well as apply mulch to paths.
Kids Workshop: Messi Soccer Shootout at Lowe’s | Gowanus
Saturday, July 19 | 10am-1pm | Register here
Get in the soccer spirit at Lowe’s Messi Soccer Shootout workshop! Children will practice coordination and fine motor skills as they build their own mini soccer game. This interactive project combines DIY fun with Messi, making it the perfect workshop for young soccer fans!
Nature Exploration: Lake Appreciation | Prospect Park
Saturday, July 19 | 10am-1pm
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center. Participants will learn about Prospect Park’s watercourse and observe our underwater invertebrates up close using magnifying glasses. Programs include pond water sampling, a close-up encounter with water-dwelling creatures like turtles and fish, and a nature walk along Brooklyn’s only lake.
Free Kayaking at Pier 4 Beach | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturdays | 10am-4pm | Register here in advance!
All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers — life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
Books Are Magic Storytime with Lil Miss Hot Mess: Make Your Own Rainbow | Brooklyn Heights
Saturday, July 19 | 11:00-11:30am | RSVP here
Explore a kaleidoscope of colors beyond the rainbow in this celebratory and empowering book by Drag Story Hour storyteller Lil Miss Hot Mess!
Free Painting and Glitter Tattoos at William Sheridan Playground | Williamsburg
Saturday, July 19 | 11:00-11:45am | Ages 0-5
Come along with the JCC Brooklyn North Williamsburg for summer full of FREE fun activities for the kids! Join for free painting and glitter tattoos at Williams Sheridan Playground!
Farmhouse Family Day: Creative Critters at The Wyckoff Urban Farm | East Flatbush
Saturday, July 19 | 11am-3pm | RSVP here
Bugs that creep, crawl, zip, and fly are crucial to making our farm and world healthy and green! Visit us as we show off some of the amazing insects that call the Wyckoff farm home, and create critter crafts with us!
Kids Corner at Habana Outpost: Coloring Table | Fort Greene
Saturday, July 19 | 11am-3pm
Join us at Habana Outpost Brooklyn for free Kids Corner weekend activities!
FAD Market | Governors Island
Saturday, July 19 | 11am-5pm
FAD Market is back on Governors Island, featuring a rotating lineup of over 40 of the city’s emerging makers, designers, artists, and small businesses, visitors can expect to find handcrafted jewelry, art, apparel, bath and body care, tableware, home furnishings, artisanal packaged food, and more.
Sprinkler Saturday at Vanderbilt Open Streets | Prospect Heights
Saturdays | Open streets 12-10pm | Hydrant open 2-5pm
Vanderbilt Open Streets offers free programs for the whole family on car-free streets in Prospect Heights! On Saturday, July 19, from 2-5pm, they’ll be opening up the fire hydrant (legally!) in front of Van Leeuwen, at Vanderbilt Ave. and Dean St. There will be inflatable pools, water buckets, and reusable water balloons. Stay tuned here to see this more of this weekend’s lineup.
Young Naturalists | Fort Greene Park
Saturday, July 19 | 12-1pm | Ages 5-13
Young Naturalists is a youth-led program for kids ages 5-13 to share and grow their knowledge about the world around them using Fort Greene Park as their open lab. With sessions ranging from bird identification and recycling minigames, to sharing all sorts of knowledge with one another, kids can expect to participate in hands-on activities and experiments and learn from their fellow Young Naturalists.
Pop-Up Audubon I at the Peninsula | Prospect Park
Saturdays | 12-4pm
Join us by the Peninsula as we learn about Prospect Park’s watercourse by examining our underwater visitors with magnifying glasses. Activities will include Play & Go activity packs, Pond Water Discovery, and a nature walk.
Pop-Up Audubon II at Dog Beach | Prospect Park
Saturdays | 12-4pm
Join us by the dog beach as we learn about Prospect Park’s watercourse by examining our underwater visitors with magnifying glasses. Activities will include Play & Go activity packs, Pond Water Discovery, and a nature walk.
Fenimore Block Party with Saint James Joy | Flatbush
Saturday, July 19 | 12-8pm
Saint James Joy is bringing the vibes to Flatbush! We’re partnering with the Fenimore Block Association for their first-ever block party— pulling up with DJ sets, live performances, grilling, skating, kids games, + community love all day long.
Clinton Hill – Fort Greene Mutual Aid 5th Anniversary Celebration | Fort Greene Park
Saturday, July 19 | 1:00-3:30pm
Our Fifth Anniversary Birthday Bash will be July 19 at Fort Greene Park! Come celebrate, meet your neighbors, and learn about ways to plug in. The legendary father-son duo @saintjamesjoy will DJ, with singer @allyacapella opening.
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturdays | 1-5pm
Visit the Environmental Education Center for Open Hours. Open Hours offer the opportunity for self-led investigation with guidance by expert educators to reveal the hidden stories found within and around Brooklyn Bridge Park. Explore our critter and fish tanks, a 10′ model of the Park, and enjoy custom arts, crafts, and reading materials which rotate on a monthly basis.
Community Heroes Meet & Greet at Commodore Barry Park | Fort Greene
Saturday, July 19 | 1:30-5:30pm
The Community Heroes Meet & Greet is happening on Saturday, July 19, from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM in Commodore Barry Park! See the banners installed on the fence along the Stroll Way between the ball field and the playground. Meet the heroes, artists, and youth writers, and enjoy food and community!
Midsummer Spark: An Afternoon of Activations | Governors Island
Saturday, July 19 | 1:00-6:30pm
Spend a sun-drenched afternoon igniting your spirit and exploring new horizons! Kick things off at 1 PM with DuYe Moves, a Zumba class on the lawn. At 2 PM, join a fun and empowering Bellydance class. Then we’ll shift gears at 3 PM for creative exploration in Danie Herard’s “Soul Canvas Vortex”, an intuitive art therapy session designed to unlock positivity and mindfulness (all supplies included!). Finally, unwind at 4:30 PM with an immersive reading of “Georgia Stars” by Lauren Marissa Smith, diving into the thrilling tale of modern-day Robin Hood, Bodhi Bella, and her crew face deadly choices.
Saturdays | 2-10pm
Park Slope Open Streets on 5th Avenue from Union to 4th Street offers family-friendly programming and music every Saturday from May to October (excluding August). This weekend will feature:
- 2:30-4:30pm | Dog Adoption Event – Presented by Bark Slope – Celebrating 15 years of Bark Slope!
- 3-5pm | Live Music: Fredrix Clark | Between Carroll & Garfield
Bargemusic at The Boathouse at Pier 5 | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturdays & Sundays | Performances at 2pm & 4pm
After presenting concerts for nearly 50 years in a floating concert hall at Pier 1, Bargemusic has relocated their chamber music concerts to the Boathouse at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 5. All concerts are free!
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at Brower Park | Crown Heights
Saturday, July 19 | Doors at 3pm | Show at 4pm
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! heads to for a special evening of film, Hip-Hop, and reggae in Crown Heights.
- 4:00-7:15pm | We’re bringing the block party energy to Park Place between Brooklyn Ave and Kingston Ave with live performances by reggae icon Johnny Osbourne, golden-era rap pioneers Smif-N-Wessun, Chip-Fu, and Bush Babees, and DJ sets by Ayanna Heaven, GabSoul, and DJ Gringo.
- 8:30pm | Spread out on the lawn for a screening of Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story, a documentary about the trailblazing dancehall DJ and singer.
Love Saves the Day! A Tribute to David Mancuso | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, July 19 | 3-9pm
As part of our Big Summer Get Down series, join for Love Saves the Day Tribute to David Mancuso on Saturday, July 19! This is a free, all ages dance party.
Community Science Fishing | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, July 19 | 4-6pm | Register here
Learn the basics of catch-and-release line fishing! Participants of all ages will learn how to tie knots, bait a hook, drop a line, and (with some luck) reel up a fish! Registering in advance is not required, but is highly recommended to expedite your participation.
SUNDAY
A Summer Read-A-Loud Series at Kith Kids | DUMBO
Sunday, July 20 | 10-11am | RSVP with QR code below
Join us for a special storytime with bestselling author Ashley Woodfolk! Enjoy a live reading of Beach Hair, a craft activity, free signed books, and Kith Treats ice cream. Limited space—RSVP now!
Postpartum Yoga at Domino Park | Williamsburg
Sunday, July 20 | 10-11am
Bring your baby to the park for an interactive baby & me yoga class designed to melt tension and gently build strength in your body. Open to all parents and pre-crawling infants. For birthing parents, it’s recommended to wait at least 6 weeks postpartum, or get clearance from your medical provider. Bring a yoga mat and at least one blanket.
Free Admission Days @ Pier 2 Roller Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Nature Exploration: Lake Appreciation | Prospect Park
Sunday, July 20 | 10am-1pm
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center. Participants will learn about Prospect Park’s watercourse and observe our underwater invertebrates up close using magnifying glasses. Programs include pond water sampling, a close-up encounter with water-dwelling creatures like turtles and fish, and a nature walk along Brooklyn’s only lake.
The Great Ice Cream Fair at Smorgasburg | Prospect Park
Sunday, July 20 | 10am-6pm
Smorgasburg’s sweetest day of the year is back! Join us for The Great Ice Cream Fair—a fun-filled, all-ages celebration of summer featuring 10+ ice cream vendors, family-friendly activities, live performances, surprises, giveaways, and more! Don’t forget to also stop by the Prospect Park Carousel for a free ice cream treat from 12-3pm!
Play in the Square at Domino Park | Williamsburg
Sunday, July 20 | 10:30am-1:15pm | RSVP here
Play in the Square returns to Domino Square featuring family-friendly activities and performances. Twice monthly, bring the family to Domino Square for a fun-filled Sunday morning, featuring programming by local, talented children’s performers and educators. On July 6, join for:
- 10:30-11:15am | Musical Theatre with Bubbly B’s
- 12:30-1:15pm | Rockin’ Sing-alongs with Ari the Sing-along Guy
Books Are Magic Storytime with John Parra: This Moment is Special | Brooklyn Heights
Sunday, July 20 | 11:00-11:30am | RSVP here
Through all moments of the day, both large and small, a boy prepares for a Day of the Dead celebration, in this picture book from Pura Belpré Honor–winning author-illustrator John Parra.
Free Children’s Events at Dekalb Market Hall | Downtown Brooklyn
Sundays | 11am-2pm
Come downstairs for weekly complimentary entertainment for your little ones to enjoy. There will be balloon twisting, magic shows, face painting, circus performers, and more. Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse.
Kids Corner at Habana Outpost: Leaf Art | Fort Greene
Sunday, July 20 | 11am-3pm
Join us at Habana Outpost Brooklyn for free Kids Corner weekend activities!
FAD Market | Governors Island
Sunday, July 20 | 11am-5pm
FAD Market is back on Governors Island, featuring a rotating lineup of over 40 of the city’s emerging makers, designers, artists, and small businesses, visitors can expect to find handcrafted jewelry, art, apparel, bath and body care, tableware, home furnishings, artisanal packaged food, and more.
Hoyt Open Streets with Studio Salaam | Boerum Hill
Sunday, July 20 | 12-2pm
Come dance, eat, and celebrate Arab culture in the heart of Brooklyn! Studio Salaam is a new cultural organization dedicated to promoting and preserving Arab arts and culture through workshops and classes. There will be a Dabka Dance Workshop, Children’s Book Reading & Craft Activity, plus bites by Zeena Bakery & henna by Kenzie.
Family Day: Kayaking at Pier 4 Beach | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sundays | 12:00-2:30pm | Register here in advance!
All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers — life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
National Ice Cream Day at the Carousel | Prospect Park
Sunday, July 20 | 12-3pm | Free ice cream with the purchase of a $3 ride
Summer in Brooklyn’s Backyard is sweeter than ever on Sunday, July 20 – National Ice Cream Day! Visit the Prospect Park Carousel on National Ice Cream Day from 12-3pm and get a free ice cream treat with each carousel ticket purchase.
Pop-Up Audubon I at the Peninsula | Prospect Park
Sundays | 12-4pm
Join us by the Peninsula as we learn about Prospect Park’s watercourse by examining our underwater visitors with magnifying glasses. Activities will include Play & Go activity packs, Pond Water Discovery, and a nature walk.
Pop-Up Audubon II at Dog Beach | Prospect Park
Sundays | 12-4pm
Join us by the dog beach as we learn about Prospect Park’s watercourse by examining our underwater visitors with magnifying glasses. Activities will include Play & Go activity packs, Pond Water Discovery, and a nature walk.
Old Timer’s Giglio Sunday: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast and Giglio Carnival | Williamsburg
Sunday, July 20 | 2pm
The Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the Giglio Carnival is a beloved Italian tradition in Williamsburg that dates back to 1887. This family-friendly street festival features food vendors, rides, and games, but it’s best known for the Giglio—a 65-foot-tall, 4-ton wooden tower adorned with flowers and statues. In a dramatic display, 120 men lift the towering structure while a live band plays from the top. Join the festivities on the carnival’s closing day!
Summer Jazz | Brooklyn Museum
Sunday, July 20 | 2-4 pm
Stop by the Museum’s lobby for performances by some of the city’s most acclaimed jazz musicians, whose creative styles incorporate blues, roots, and international sounds. In July, hear music by esteemed saxophonist and woodwind multi-instrumentalist Gene Ghee. Iced teas, loose leafs, and small bites are available for purchase from Bed-Stuy–based Brooklyn Tea.
Drums of Freedom at Lefferts Historic House | Prospect Park
Sunday, July 20 | 2-5pm | RSVP here
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a historical and musical exploration of the little-know enslaved revolt in New Utrecht in 1706. Enslaved Africans throughout the Americas constantly revolted to free themselves and improve their conditions. Come learn about the revolt and listen to the coded drum beats that may have been used to coordinate it.
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Updated: July 17, 2025. Main Image: Love Saves the Day! A Tribute to David Mancuso in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
