March is coming to a close with a week packed full of family-friendly fun! Kick things off with the Eid al-Fitr school holiday at Luna Park or the Prospect Park Carousel, and save the date for more exciting events later in the week: BABYTOPIA at Atlantic Terminal Mall, the inaugural Little Brunch Club at Randolph Beer in DUMBO for kids 1-10, and a Holi celebration in Prospect Park with Brooklyn Conservatory of Music. Plus, this week is filled with tons of story times, new mom meet-ups, and the return of many outdoor nature programs in our parks!
Luna Park’s Opening Weekend | Coney Island
Through Monday, March 31 | FREE admission and discounted rides
Get ready to kick off the season at Luna Park’s opening weekend! During Opening Weekend, Luna Park will offer All Day Extraordinary Wristbands, available at the park’s official ticket booths from Saturday, March 29 through Monday, March 31. Luna Park is debuting new arcade games this year, and they have also expanded outdoor seating at the restaurant Salt & Sizzle. The park will be open daily during Spring Break (April 11-20) and every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until Memorial Day weekend. After that, Luna Park will be open daily for the entire summer season.
Embroidery for a Good Cause at Bond Craft Studio | Gowanus
Monday, March 31 | 10am-12pm | Ages 10+ | RSVP here
Thursday, April 3 | 5-7pm | Ages 10+ | RSVP here
Join us for a special Embroidery for Baby Gift Baskets event! We’re coming together to hand-embroider burp cloths that will be donated to new moms living in shelters. These heartfelt creations will be included in baby gift baskets assembled by the amazing youth group, Imagine Society in NYC. No embroidery experience is needed! Adults and kids (10+) are welcome—we’ll guide you every step of the way. Come for one or both sessions and help us make a difference—one stitch at a time. Please register to participate. RSVP here!
Eid al-Fitr School Holiday at the Carousel | Prospect Park
Monday, March 31 | 12-5pm | $3
Celebrate Eid al-Fitr with a ride on the beloved 1912 Carousel.
Free Admission Days @ Pier 2 Roller Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
The Pier 2 Roller Rink is back for the season! They offer 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.
Free Zumbini Mommy & Me Class at Little Scholars | Downtown Brooklyn
Tuesday, April 1 | 9:30-10:30am | Ages 0-3
Little Scholars at 345 Adams Street is thrilled to invite you and your little ones to our special FREE Zumbini Mommy & Me Class! This engaging class offers a wonderful opportunity to sing along with our talented teacher, dance and move to the rhythm, play instruments together, and encourage your babies and toddlers to explore emotions and their expressions.Baby wearing is welcome, making it easy for you to participate comfortably with your little one. Please come 5-10 minute earlier to sing a waiver. Come join us for a joyful morning of music, movement, and bonding experience. It’s a fantastic way to meet other local moms and their adorable babies.
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.
Tiny Storytime at Books Are Magic | Brooklyn Heights & Cobble Hill
Tuesdays @ 11am at Smith Street location | Cobble Hill
Thursdays @ 11am at Montague Street location | Brooklyn Heights
Join Books Are Magic for Tiny Storytime for ages 6-36 months!
Free Storytime at Private Picassos | Clinton Hill
Tuesdays | 11:00-11:30am
Join us each Tuesday at 11am and select Saturdays at 10am for a special storytime – perfect for babies and toddlers. Private Picassos Founder Valeen Bhat will read a favorite kid’s book in our cozy reading nook. Hang out after for coloring, toys and exploring all of the books we have at our Studio.
Fourth Trimester Support Group at The Canopy | Williamsburg
Tuesday, April 1 | 12:30-1:30pm | Register here
Our weekly postpartum support group offers a safe and welcoming space for new parents to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. This free group provides emotional support, practical tips, and valuable resources to help navigate the physical and emotional journey after childbirth. Our Fourth Trimester Support Group is here to uplift you through your unique postpartum experience, offering community and connection. This class is being held exclusively at Canopy in our private classroom and is free for both members and non-members to attend. Come as you are, and feel free to bring your newborn or come by solo.
Climate Justice Storytime and Puppet Show: An Aviva and Friends Event at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Tuesday, April 1 | 3:30-4:30pm | Ages 0-7
Award-winning NYC Kindie climate-rocker and puppeteer, Esther Crow, uses puppets, original music, and environmental storybooks in this fun and interactive program. Puppets like Oliver Owl, Bernie the Bee, and Sustainable Sammy teach about the importance of trees to our ecosystems, how bees (and bats) pollinate many foods we eat, and how we can protect our oceans from plastics and contamination. Kids and their caregivers will sing and dance while learning about sustainability! With Esther and her puppets, a daunting subject like climate change is accessible and empowering. This program is for children ages birth to 7 and their caregivers. No registration is required.
Teen Eid Celebration at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Tuesday, April 1 | 4-5pm | For tweens and teens
Hey teens and tweens! Come hang out in the Game Room from 4-5 pm for an awesome Eid celebration with Henna! We’ve got snacks and water, so don’t miss out!
Moozika! at Clinton Hill Library | Clinton Hill
Tuesday, April 1 | 4-5pm | Ages 0-5
Friend of the library Moozika!, returns for another afternoon of interactive musical fun. Featuring a dynamic mix of playful all original songs, Moozika! uses puppets, dancing scarves, children’s stories, and other props to create a joyful and age-appropriate learning environment that helps children discover the joy of creating music with others.
New Mom Meet Up at Fontainhas | DUMBO
Tuesdays | 4:30-6:00pm
Bundle up and bring your baby (or your baby bump!) to Fontainhas for some cozy chai and hangs with other new moms. Hosted every week by the new mom pop-up POST.
African Dancing and Folktales Workshop at Pacific Library | Park Slope
Wednesday, April 2 | 10:45-11:30am
Join us in Storytellers in a series of African folktales and Dance workshop!
Musical Storytime with Jono Songs at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church | Carroll Gardens
Wednesdays | 10:45-11:20am
Join Jono Songs, nationally touring musical songwriter for kids, for an interactive storytime and concert, full of family-friendly tunes! We’ll move, groove, and sing together, from the classics to new songs that will surely become favorites. We’ll share some favorite folktales from around the world, and introduce books in each session too. Fun with the whole family!
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.
Spring Drop-in Days: Choose Your Own Adventure at the KoKo Lot | Greenwood Heights
Wednesday, April 2 | 3:30-5:00pm | Ages 5-12 | Register here
In this self-directed, mixed-ages workshop, kids get curious and creative with the help of KoKo Teaching Artists! Have your kids been curious about KoKo NYC and the KoKo Lot?
This is the perfect opportunity to experience being at the KoKo Lot at their own pace. Interacting with various spaces on the KoKo Lot, kids will Choose Their Own Adventure, mixing and matching the materials on-hand (wood, textiles, etc.) to bring their imaginations to life! Kids may use handsaws, battery-operated drills, and other tools in this workshop.
Wednesdays | 4-5pm | Grades 4-12
Take a midweek break with Adams Street Library with our anime and manga sampler! Chat with friends about the latest releases while enjoying some clips of new and favorite series. We’ll also have art supplies available to create your own fan art or draw your OCs. Open to Grades 4-12.
In My Toddler Era Playgroup at Private Picassos | Clinton Hill
Thursdays | 10am-12pm | Ages 1.5–3
Join us once a week for a special toddler play group! For two hours our Studio will be transformed into the perfect play area for your kid, allowing them to explore: mini ball pit, sensory bins, wood blocks, duplos, magna tiles, coloring stations, and an assortment of board and story books.
Stroller Walk | Propsect 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. Embrace the sound of streams and songs of birds. Enjoy fragrant flowers and explore the towering trees of Brooklyn’s Backyard. Please note that this walk leaves promptly at 10 am from the Prospect Park Audubon Center. Prospect Park Stroller Walks are held on Thursdays from April–May from 10 am–12 pm.
Community Access Thursdays at Brooklyn Children’s Museum | Crown Heights
Thursdays | 2-5pm | Reserve here
Join us during Community Access Thursdays, every Thursday afternoon from 2-5pm! Explore some of our most-loved exhibits, including toddler-favorite Totally Tots, the miniature shops of World Brooklyn, our NEST kids’ climber, and more. Then check out ColorLab, our family art studio located on the 2nd floor of the Museum, where artists of all ages can explore, make, and celebrate art.
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Thursdays & Fridays, 3-5pm & 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.
After School Movie: Shrek at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Thursday, April 3 | 3:30-5:00pm | Ages 5+
After School Movie at Brooklyn Heights Library! For kids ages 5 and up. This week’s movie: “Shrek” (2001). PG. Run time: 1 hour and 29 minutes. No registration required; attendance limited by room capacity.
Interactive Environmental STEM Workshops at Teen Tech Center @ The Annex | DUMBO
Thursday, April 3 | 4:00-5:15pm | For teens
The Teen Tech Center and Solar One for our Spring Interactive Environmental STEM Workshops series. These 60-minute workshops aim to increase interest in STEM, self-efficacy in regard to STEM skills, expand knowledge on electricity generation, energy efficiency, renewable energies, and issues around climate emergency. Each week of this 10 week series, educators will cover a new topic. This week’s topic will be Fun with Circuits!
Story Time at Fontainhas | DUMBO
Thursdays | 4:30-5:30pm
Free story time for ages 0-6 at Fountainhas on Thursdays at 4:30 pm! Open to all. Bring your little ones for a fun story while you enjoy a glass of chai or wine.
Storytime at Jane’s Carousel | DUMBO
Friday, April 4 | 10:15-10:45am
Join the Adam’s Street children’s librarian at Jane’s Carousel for Storytime’s in March and April! We will be singing songs, learning rhymes and reading books together. Storytime will take place before the carousel is open from 10:15-10:45AM on Friday 4/4 and 4/11. No registration, but there will be a capacity limit.
Teen Reset: Therapy Dog at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Friday, April 4 | 4-5pm | For teens
Teen Reset: Relax with Sandy the Therapy Dog! Join us in the Teen Game Room for Teen Reset! Today, we’ll be joined by Sandy, our friendly therapy dog—the perfect companion for some relaxation and good vibes. Hang out, meet other teens, and take a well-deserved break. Snacks and water will be provided!
Teen Takeover – Jeopardy Jam: Wing Fest at Central Library | Prospect Heights
Friday, April 4 | 4-6pm | Ages 13-19
Join us for Central Library’s Teen Takeover – the special after-hours library program made by teens, for other teens! This month we’ll be doing trivia! Test your skills while eating hot wings (there will be a vegetarian option and sides as well!) Open to all teens ages 13-19.
Serve at Next Step Community Church Food Pantry | Boerum Hill
Saturdays | 8am-11am | Ages 8+ | Sign up here
Next Step Community Church is focused on helping people in need—whether hungry, homeless, or seeking recovery from substance abuse. On Saturday mornings, volunteers are needed to serve at the Community food pantry which provides quality food to restore health and dignity for families in need. Volunteers help distribute grocery items to guests from the community. Make sure to wear comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting dirty as well as closed toe shoes. Please be aware that there is some lifting and other activities that require physical activity. Children ages 8+ are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult.
Support New Moms in Need at Next Step Community Church | Boerum Hill
Saturday, April 5 | 9am-12pm | Sign up here
Support new parents coming into our space by providing them with prayer and resources for their parenting journey! On the first Saturday of each month, volunteers help us distribute care packages to new and expecting moms who have been referred to us from shelters, hospitals, social workers and friends. Volunteers will welcome new moms, help do intake, organize care packages, and more. This is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity! Volunteers are welcome to bring their children with them.
Family-Friendly Bird Walk | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, April 5 | 10am | Sign up for waitlist here
Join Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy for a free, English/Spanish bilingual family bird walk for all ages! Together we’ll explore the woodland habitat at Pier 1, search the salt marsh for waterbirds, and keep an eye out for feathered friends flying overhead. With spring migration underway, we expect to see many of the park’s year-round birds as well as a few surprises! Field guides and binoculars will be provided. The walk will be led by a bilingual Conservancy Educator. Registration is full. Sign up for our waitlist here – you will be notified if spots open.
Introduction to Birdwatching Outings | Prospect Park
Saturdays | 10am-12pm | Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory outing is for you! Every Saturday, join Prospect Park Alliance and a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club on an introductory walk to learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit Prospect Park through all seasons. All levels are welcome and walks will begin at the Prospect Park Audubon Center. No registration necessary. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Free Children’s Events at Dekalb Market Hall | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturdays & Sundays | 10am-12pm
On weekend mornings, stop by Dekalb Market Hall (downstairs at City Point) for free activities for kids ages 2 to 10 years old. Enjoy balloon twisting, magic shows, face painting, and more! Located in front of Osteria & Showroom Bakehouse.
Dodge YMCA Summer Camp Open House | Boerum Hill
Saturday, April 5 | 10am-1pm
Registration is now open for YMCA Summer Camps in 2025! Stop by the Y Open House on Saturday, April 5th to learn more about Summer Camp. Meet the staff, enjoy engaging activities, giveaways, snacks and learn about why FUN RULES at the YMCA Summer Camp.
Spring Opening at Prospect Park Audubon Center | Prospect Park
Saturday, April 5 | 10am-1pm
Kick off the spring season with fun nature activities at the Prospect Park Audubon Center. Families and children can learn about bird migration through interactive games and a bird walk.
- Bird Nerd Game Hour | 10am–1pm | Learn about birds and nature in this fun, mildly competitive hour of puzzles, Bingo, card games and more!
- Animal Encounter | 11am–12pm | Join Alliance Naturalists in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection.
- Bird Walk | 12pm–1pm | Did you know over 25 types of warblers stop by Prospect Park? Learn how to identify these cute and colorful birds on a bird walk.
Greek Pop-Up Market at Hana House | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturday, April 5 | 10am-6pm | $5
Join Hana House’s first-ever Greek Pop-Up Market on Saturday, April 5, 10 AM-6 PM! This one-day event celebrates Greek culture and craftsmanship, featuring a curated selection of Greek and Greek-American businesses. Enjoy authentic food, beverages, fashion, jewelry, and more— all in a spacious, vibrant setting.
Books Are Magic Storytime with Christopher Silas Neal: We Leap Together | Brooklyn Heights
Saturday, April 5 | 11:00-11:30am | RSVP here
An awe-inspiring nonfiction picture book, perfect for animal lovers, that reveals how a mama whale and a mama person care for their young in remarkably similar ways, from the illustrator of Over and Under the Snow. A little boy and his mother set off on a day trip, meanwhile, a mama whale and her calf swim towards the bay. On the way, both sing, blow bubbles, get lost–and found! Through it all, mama always stays close. The human pair board a sightseeing boat, and as the whales reach the harbor, they all converge in one spectacular scene! With lyrical text and absolutely magnificent art, here’s a book that celebrates our connection to animals, and to each other.
BABYTOPIA at Atlantic Terminal Mall | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturday, April 5 | 11am-2pm | FREE | RSVP here
Join us at Atlantic Terminal Mall in Downtown Brooklyn for a day filled with fun for parents-to-be and little ones from 0 to 5 years old. At BABYTOPIA, you’ll discover businesses and services tailored to support you on your parenting journey including daycares, medical doctors, activities for young children and more. Free activities will include musical and theater performances, play area, parent and me demo classes, face painting, art activities, plus sampling and giveaways for families. Saturday, April 5 from 11 am to 2 pm.
Brooklyn Creates FAD Market at Empire Stores | DUMBO
Saturday, April 5 & Sunday, April 6 | 11am – 6pm
FAD Market is back this spring, kicking off the season with a pop-up market at Empire Stores in DUMBO. Their annual Brooklyn-themed market celebrates the borough’s creative energy with a curated lineup of makers and artists. Check out their full lineup of this season’s markets here!
Smorgasburg Opening Weekend | Williamsburg & Prospect Park
Williamsburg | Marsha P. Johnson State Park | Saturdays, 11am-6pm
Prospect Park | Breeze Hill | Sundays, 11am-6pm
Smorgabsurg makes its return the first weekend of April, and will be located at Martha P. Johnson State Park in Williamsburg on Saturdays and Breeze Hill in Prospect Park on Sundays. Enjoy returning favorites like Tasty Darlene’s Trinidadian curry, 2 Girls Cookshop’s Jamaican jerk tacos, Mam’s Cupboard’s Thai-Vietnamese banh mi, plus exciting new arrivals including a French-Senegalese bakery, Dragon beard candy, Guatemalan coffee, Northern Chinese meat pies and much more. Stay tuned for the full lineup! Smorgasburg will be open every weekend from 11am-6pm through the last weekend of October.
Storytime at The Center for Fiction Bookstore | Fort Greene
Saturdays | 12pm
Join us every Saturday at noon for Story Time at The Center for Fiction Bookstore, where each week we read from some of our favorite books for young people! Led by our booksellers, this is a free community event open to people of all ages.
Play at The Yard Adventure Playground | Governors Island
Saturdays & Sundays | 12-4pm | Suggested donation of $5/child
The Yard Adventure Playground is now open for the season, from 12-4pm every weekend from mid-spring to mid-fall, with a suggested donation of $5/child. Space may be limited. For safety, closed-toe shoes are required to enter The Yard, and don’t forget to sign a waiver before you play!
New York Transit Museum Highlights Tour | Boerum Hill
Saturday, April 5 | 1:15-2:15pm
Join the Transit Museum for an informative and engaging tour that illustrates some of the highlights of the subway station home. Explore exhibits, objects, and vintage train cars currently on display. Along the way discover transit trivia and hear some behind the scenes stories about the history of New York’s Transit System and the Court Street station. The tours last approximately 60 minutes and participants are encouraged to ask questions and interact.
8th Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Festival at Maria Hernandez Park | Bushwick
Saturday, April 5 | 2pm
It’s our 8th Annual Bushwick Easter Egg Hunt! Join us for a fun day at the park! There will be games, food and snacks, music, Easter candy, giveaways and more!
Read With a Therapy Dog at Central Library | Prospect Heights
Saturday, April 5 | 2-3pm | Ages 5-12
Read to a dog at the library! Our certified therapy dog Flash Gordon loves to be read to. Kids can make enormous strides in building self-esteem and confidence while acquiring a love of books by reading to a therapy dog. Utilizing a registered therapy animal and their human teammate in a calm and relaxing atmosphere, this program helps improve children’s reading, communication, and social skills. Sign up at the desk for a 10 minute slot on the day of the program. First come, first serve. Space is limited to six children per session.
Bargemusic Presents Free Chamber Music Concerts at Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, April 5 & Sunday, April 6 | 2pm & 4pm
Starting this April, Bargemusic will host free chamber music concerts at the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse. This beautiful venue offers stunning floor-to-ceiling views of the river and lower Manhattan, providing an intimate and acoustically vibrant setting for their performances. Their inaugural weekend features performances on Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6, at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Musicians Mark Peskanov (violin), Edward Arron (cello), and Jeewon Park (piano) will present works by composers such as Bach, Haydn, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Shostakovich. Performances typically run 1 to 1.5 hours, with no intermission. Seating is first come, first serve, with free admission. Learn more about upcoming performances and future concert dates here.
Opening Day at BQ Flea | Williamsburg
Opening Day: April 6 | Sundays, 10-5pm
You have likely heard of the Brooklyn Flea under the DUMBO Archway, but this year, check out the new BQ Flea, under the BQE overpass in Williamsburg where Meeker Avenue meets Union Avenue and Lorimer Street. This new maker will bring a mix of vintage, handmade, and unique finds to Brooklyn. It will be open every Sunday starting April 6. Learn more here!
Monuments of Prospect Park Tour | Grand Army Plaza
Sunday, April 6 | 10-11am
Come Join the Urban Park Rangers for a walking tour of Prospect Park’s monuments. Learn about Brooklyn’s role in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, and the history of Brooklyn’s largest Civil War memorial. Celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the Grand Army of the Republic: The Union veterans association instrumental in the construction of the Soldiers and Sailors’ Arch.
Little Brunch Club Kick-Off Party @ Randolph x Brooklyn Bridge Parents | DUMBO
Sunday, April 6 | 11am-2pm | Ages 1-10 | FREE | RSVP here
Join Brooklyn Bridge Parents at Randolph in DUMBO Heights for a kick off party for their new Little Brunch Club for families with free kids activities, family dance party, cartoons on the screens, open play on the feather bowl courts and more. Best for ages 1 to 10!
Cherry Tree Heaven | Marine Park
Sunday, April 6 | 12-1pm
NYC’s Director of Tree Planting leads an in-depth discussion of Marine Park’s own grove of Yoshino cherry trees, initially planted in the 1980s. Walk through these pink-blossoming trees in all their glory and take a photo of this stunning springtime marvel!
Sunday Storytime at PowerHouse at Industry City | Sunset Park
Sundays | 1:00-1:30pm
Join your friends at Powerhouse Books on Sundays at 1pm for storytime!
Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Celebrates Holi! | Prospect Park
Sunday, April 6 | 1:00-2:30pm | FREE | $6 to purchase a packet of color
Join Mixed Masala and BKCM in celebrating Holi, the Festival of Colors, on Sunday, March 16 at Prospect Park! The celebration begins at 3pm with picnicking and at Long Meadow (near Grand Army Plaza). Bring a blanket and snacks and enjoy the free concert. At 4pm attendees will be invited to join in the traditional celebration of throwing colored powder. We recommend that you wear white clothing and expect to get messy!
The Met Orchestra Chamber Ensemble at Central Library | Prospect Heights
Sunday, April 6 | 4:00-5:30pm
Featuring a handpicked, rotating lineup of musicians from the historic Met Orchestra, The Met Orchestra Chamber Ensemble adapts to fit the instrumental needs of any piece and offers endless programming possibilities. Audiences are treated to all-time chamber-music classics, hard-to-find hidden gems, and standout works by several of today’s significant composers. The program will include Ludwig van Beethoven’s Septet in E-flat Major, Op. 20.
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Updated: March 31, 2025. Main Image: Babytopia at Atlantic Terminal Mall.
