There are so many free fall events for families happening this week in Brooklyn, including BAM’s African Diaspora Dance celebration in Brooklyn Bridge Park, LEGO Robotics Leagues at Brooklyn Public Library branches, a Japanese festival at Industry City’s Japan Village, the Brooklyn Brujeria Festival under the Dumbo Archway, and Montague Open Streets in Brooklyn Heights. On Governors Island, there will be a FAD Market Pop-Up and the Annual African Film Festival Family Day. Plus, story times, volunteer opportunities for older kids, stargazing events, free salsa dancing lessons, skateboarding classes, and more!
Free Admission Days @ Pier 2 Roller Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sundays | 10am-12pm
Pier 2 Roller Rink 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.
Monday, September 16 | 4-5pm | RSVP here
Tiny Storytime @ Books Are Magic | Cobble Hill & Brooklyn Heights
Tuesdays | 11am | 225 Smith Street in Cobble Hill
Thursdays | 11am | 122 Montague Street in Brooklyn Heights
Join Book Are Magic for Tiny Storytime for ages 6-36 months, every Tuesday in Cobble Hill and Thursday in Brooklyn Heights!
Comics with Mr. Nick at Red Hook Interim Library | Red Hook
Come to the brand new Red Hook Interim Library on Van Brunt St. to learn something new or indulge your love of drawing this summer. You will be drawing and learning about art from Mr. Nick. Topics such as how to make comic books, cartoons and graphic novels will be covered. Mr. Nick is a profession artist that has created and published his own series of comic books. Don’t miss out. Beginners are always welcome! All supplies will be provided.
Bad Art Club: Mug Decorating at Brower Park Library at Brooklyn Children’s Museum | Crown Heights
Come join the Bad Art Club and decorate a mug!
Ping Pong with The Push at Brooklyn Commons Park | Downtown Brooklyn
Tuesday, September 17 | 4:30-6:30pm | Register here
DJ Mike Doelo and The Push are back for another series of popular ping-pong match ups. Registration necessary, and participants will be required to sign a waiver for each event in the series. Take home a free pair of Brooklyn Commons branded sunglasses!
September 17 is National Voter Registration Day! Join us as we celebrate the tremendous significance of voter participation and awareness around the voter registration and election processes. This non-partisan party is in partnership with Brooklyn Org, NYC Votes, YVotes, Center for Law and Social Justice, The Brooklyn Mavens, Rebecca Lynn, Vinyl Nights and will be an epic celebration of our democracy. Join us for an afternoon of voter registration, civic-focused activations, Brooklyn Made gift cards, giveaways, and a chance to win a special Dancing for Democracy t-shirt! With DJ Misbehaviour & DJ Evil Dee!
Bedtime Storytime at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Join us for an evening of stories and songs! We’ll get cozy and read some books that will get children of all ages (and their grown-ups!) ready to for bed. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal or blanket. For families with kids ages 0-5. No registration required.
Sunset Waterfront Walks | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Tuesday, September 17 | 6:30-8:00pm | Register here
Join our Docents for a free walking tour and learn more about Brooklyn Bridge Park’s history, design, and ecology. Tours last roughly 60-90 minutes, start from the entrance of Pier 1 and finish near Pier 3.
Stargazing at Floyd Bennett Field | Marine Park
Tuesday, September 17 | 8-11pm
Fall Into Step: Gamelan Dharma Swara at Brooklyn Commons Park | Downtown Brooklyn
Wednesday, September 18 | 12-2pm
From ballet to contemporary styles, our Fall Into Step series showcases a diverse range of performances from talented dancers and choreographers. Each show will take you on a journey through the art form while captivating your senses and igniting your passion for movement. On September 18, Gamelan Dharma Swara performs. One of the leading Balinese gamelan and dance groups in the United States, Gamelan Dharma Swara has performed at renowned NYC music venues including Le Poisson Rouge, Symphony Space, Joe’s Pub, Roulette, and BAM. Most recently, they performed at National Sawdust as part of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, Du Yun’s Pan-Asian Sounding Festival. Their performance in The Commons will include 3 traditional dancers and 2 musicians.
Family Movie Night: Encanto at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Come and enjoy a magical night by watching the Disney movie “Encanto” Water and snacks will be provided and can be enjoyed inside the room.
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. There’s so much to do while you’re in Coney Island; check out our guide to planning a day trip to Coney Island! 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.
Set Up Community Dinner with Local Refugee Families at St. Ann’s Church | Brooklyn Heights
Each month we host a Community Dinner and invite community members to meet and make connections with newly arrived refugees. Set up volunteers will be tasked with setting up the tables, making place cards, decorating, among other duties. You will help the refugee family warm the meal they bring and assist them in plating the food. You will act as hosts throughout the evening and also help clean up if you are able to stay through the end of dinner (encouraged, but not required). We welcome youth ages 8-18 to sign up as SET UP VOLUNTEER . If you would also like to attend dinner (all ages!) set up volunteers should sign up for both set up (this listing) and also sign up for the DINNER project listing. You can find that HERE.
Salsa by the Water at Domino Park | Williamsburg
In collaboration with Nieves Dance Studio, join us every Wednesday night in September for live music, dancing, and salsa lessons! On September 18, join at the newly opened Domino Square, with spectacular waterfront views! Featuring Orquesta de Nieves. All are welcome! If the Eventbrite is sold out, feel free to show up – there will be plenty of room!
Movie Under the Stars: The Breakfast Club at McGolrick Park | Greenpoint
Wednesday, September 18 | 7pm | RATED R: Material may be inappropriate for children
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! Five high-school students from different cliques spend a day-long detention together, and discover that they have more in common then they ever expected.
Stroller Walk at Prospect Park Audubon Center | Prospect Park
Thursday, September 19 | 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.
Free Trial Class at Sensory Wonder BK | Boerum Hill
Thursday, September 19 | 10:30-11:15am | 9 months – 3 years | RSVP at [email protected]
Join us for a free trial sensory class at Language and Laughter Studio on Thursday, September 19th, at 10:30am. There will be various curated sensory materials and experiences. RSVP via email: [email protected].
Lunchtime Music at Willoughby Plaza: A Latin Movement with Eiko Rikuhashi
Thursday, September 19 | 12-2pm
A Latin Movement is more than just a band—it’s a dynamic force that represents the harmonious fusion of cultures and musical genres. Comprised of exceptionally talented Latin and Jazz musicians from New York City, A Latin Movement, under the leadership of trumpeter/singer Luis E. Ramirez, seamlessly blends elements of Latin Jazz, Salsa, Reggae, and Soul to craft a sound that is uniquely their own. Their music takes listeners on a passionate journey filled with vibrant rhythms, soulful melodies, and infectious energy. Joining them on keys is Brooklyn’s Jazz and Salsa darling, Eiko Rikuhashi.
Visit Brooklyn Children’s Museum’s STEM Makerspace: Nature’s Engineers| Crown Heights
Thursdays | 2:30-4:30pm
Brooklyn Children’s Museum has a new natural science-inspired makerspace, and you can visit it for FREE during Amazon Free Hours on Thursday afternoons! Nature’s Engineers is designed for children to learn from nature and engage in hands-on STEM activities, fostering creativity and critical thinking. This month’s project is making a fossil! Join in September to analyze fossils from BCM’s collection. Visitors will practice describing, measuring, and comparing attributes of objects to understand what Earth was like thousands of years ago. Then, visitors will create their own fossil cast inspired by BCM’s collection of fossils!
Nature Storytime @ Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Environmental Education Center | DUMBO
Thursday, September 19 | 3:00-3:30pm
Join for Nature Storytime at the Environmental Education Center! Held at 3:00 PM on the third Thursday of every month (during Open Hours). Librarians from Brooklyn Public Library Adams Street location lead for an exciting and engaging storytime session, along with singing and rhymes. Each month they select a book to pair with the Education Center’s monthly nature theme. Stick around after to check out all the animals and activities in the room during Open Hours! Walk-ups only; we do our utmost to accommodate as many walk-ups as space allows.
New York City Storytime at Brooklyn Children’s Museum | Crown Heights
Thursday, September 19 | 3:00-3:45pm | Ages 3 and under
Explore NYC through the ABC’s and 123’s! Join us as we welcome local author and former preschool teacher Adina Oberman for an interactive reading of her newly published books, N is for New York City and Let’s Count New York City. Both books are a fun-filled journey through the Big Apple that introduces children to the places, food, and people of NYC through playful counting and the alphabet. Don’t miss this chance to inspire a love for reading and NYC in your little ones! This program is free and included with Museum entry during Amazon Free Hours. Capacity is limited; first come, first served. Best for ages 3 and under.
After School Movie: Matilda (1996) at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Thursday, September 19 | 3:30-5:00pm | Ages 5+
Storytime in the Park | Fort Greene Park
Thursday, September 19 | 4:00-4:45pm
Sing, read, and play with librarians from Brooklyn Public Library! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program featuring guest musical artists from Urban Stages. For children of all ages and their caregivers. Storytime in the Park will be located at the bottom of the monument stairs in Fort Greene Park’s northwest corner. In case of extreme heat or inclement weather, the program will be held at Walt Whitman Library.
Plant Pull and Press at Marsha P. Johnson State Park | Williamsburg
Thursday, September 19 | 4-5pm | Ages 8+ | RSVP here
Join our educators on this guided walk to learn and collect invasive plants in the park. We’ll then press these plants to create art! For ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Park House, blue building to the right of the main Kent Ave entrance of Marsha P. Johnson State Park. 90 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, New York. All materials will be provided. This program will involve volunteer weeding at the park!
FIRST LEGO Robotics at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
If you are in between the ages of 9 to 18, join us in the Teen Gaming Room from 4 to 5 PM for the Brooklyn Heights Lego Robotics League. This is in preparation for the FIRST LEGO LEAGUE competition at the Central Library. More details here. Top three teams move to compete citywide! Learn how to build and code a lego robot while developing important teamwork skills. This is in partnership with NYC FIRST and FIRST LEGO LEAGUE. Coaches have the right change team members. Call branch for more information!
Lego Robotics League at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Thursday, September 19 | 4:00-5:30pm | Ages 9-17 | Registration required
Do you love LEGOs, robotics and teamwork? Join the Adams Street Library team to compete in the annual Brooklyn Robotics League! Kids and teens (ages 9–17) will learn to use advanced LEGO robotics sets while exploring STEM concepts and making new friends. In partnership with NYC First, we will be hosting workshops leading up to the big competition in 2025 at Central Library.
Intro to Cheer at Brooklearn | Carroll Gardens
Thursday, September 19 | Ages 4-6: 4-5pm | Ages 7-11: 5-6pm
Join Coach Naomi at Brooklearn this Fall for Cheer Lessons! Children need not have a background in cheer, gymnastics, or dance – just come with a positive attitude and a desire to learn basic cheer and dance moves! Be sure to invite a friend, as cheer is always more fun with friends! Ages 4-6 from 4-5 pm and ages 7-11 from 5-6 pm.
Free Skateboarding Class at Underhill Plaza | Prospect Heights
Skate Everything School is back on Underhill Plaza with a skateboarding class for all levels! They’ll have boards and gear to borrow, or you can bring your own.
New York City History Day Kickoff & Info Session at Brooklyn Public Library | Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Public Library’s Center for Brooklyn History (CBH) is the host of NYC History Day! NYCHD 2025 is the regional contest for National History Day (NHD). New York City middle and high schoolers get to do original research on a historical topic of their choice and make their own exhibition, performance, documentary, website, or paper. Winners from NYCHD will have a chance to compete at the State and potentially National level. All participants will be able to gain important research skills, connect with amazing New York City cultural institutions, and have fun!
Drop by the Center for Brooklyn History on September 19th to:
- Learn about this year’s theme, Rights and Responsibilities in History.
- See examples of amazing award-winning projects and hear from the students who created them.
- Talk to the NYCHD Coordinator and find out how they support teachers and students on their NYCHD journey.
- Eat, drink, and meet fellow history lovers in a beautiful, landmarked building.
Puppets at the Park House: A Sturgeon’s Life for Me! at Marsha P. Johnson State Park | Williamsburg
Puppets at the Park House presents “A Sturgeon’s Life for Me!” Follow the journey of a baby sturgeon as he journey’s down the Hudson River meeting friends along the way! All programs are free and materials are provided. Performances at 3 PM, 4 PM, and 5 PM; showings will last approximately 20 minutes.
Middle-Schooler Mini Robots at Crown Heights Library | Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Race some cute tiny little robots made out of tooth brushes. Next we will see if we can use the motor to make other sorts of robots!
Latino Heritage Month Family Movie Night: Coco at Park Slope Library | Park Slope
Welcome to the Park Slope Library! Come and join us as we turn our auditorium into a mini movie theater for our Latino Heritage Month interactive movie program! Coco is rated PG, 109 minute runtime. All ages welcome, no registration required!
Teen Reset: Book Talk: Boys Will Be Human at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Friday, September 20 | 4-5pm | Ages 13-18
If you are a teen in between the ages of 13 and 18, please join us in the Game Room on Friday, September 20th from 4 to 5 PM. For today’s Teen Reset, we will be discussing the book, “Boys Will Be Human: A Get-Real Gut-Check Guide to Becoming the Strongest, Kindest, Bravest Person You Can Be” by the actor Justin Baldoni. We will discuss what masculinity means to us in a safe and open environment. All respectful questions and thoughts are welcomed. After our discussion we can reflect our thoughts and ideas in our journals.
Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts at Greenpoint Library | Greenpoint
Enjoy Bangladeshi dance and music presented by the Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA)!
Vanderbilt Open Streets | Prospect Heights
Fridays, 5-10pm | Saturdays, 12-10pm | Sundays, 12-5pm | Through September
Vanderbilt Avenue’s Open Streets program features activities and performances for the community. Stay up to date on their Instagram to see what live music performances and other programming is coming this weekend! Highlights this weekend will include:
- Saturday, September 21 | 12-6pm | New York Blood Center Mobile Drive | Donate blood to save lives with New York Blood Center’s mobile drive! Schedule your spot here. Walk-ins are welcome but registration is encouraged
- Saturday, September 21 | 5-9pm | Outdoor Salsa | Join us for an electrifying evening of salsa dancing under the stars on Vanderbilt Avenue! Starting May 18th and continuing every 3rd Saturday until September, we invite you to immerse yourself in the rhythms of Latin music at our outdoor Salsa events from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
- Sunday, September 22 | 2-4pm | DJ Alias Vinyl Party at Vanderbilt Open Streets | DJ Alias (Aaron McMickle) has been rocking dance floors worldwide for decades now. He’s a resident DJ at BIerwax which is on Vanderbilt Avenue, and plays timeless music with intentionality and artistry. With a collection of records topping 5,000 at this point, we’ll have all the jams needed to make this an Open Streets party to remember!
Seamus Wood Family Fun Field Day at Bushwick Inlet Park | Williamsburg
Friday, September 20 | 11am-2pm | Register for Coastal Classroom event here
Friends of Bushwick Inlet Park & Greenpoint Williamsburg Youth Soccer League present the Seamus Wood Family Fun Field Day and Coastal Classroom’s Marine Exploration of the East River Waterfront! There will be exploration of marine life along the shoreline of Bushwick Inlet Park with City Parks Foundation Coastal Classroom including seining and oyster monitoring. There will also be a sing-along for toddlers, picnicking, live music, and more.
Mathnasium Grand Re-Opening | Park Slope
Friday, September 20 & Saturday, September 21 | 2-6pm
Come Celebrate our Grand Re-Opening at our new location 200 7th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11215. We’ll face painting, ballon animals, games, prizes & more. Can’t make it to our Grand Opening? No worries! You can still schedule a Risk-Free Math Assessment for your child and visit us later!
Tween Book Club at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Friday, September 20 | 4:00-5:15pm | For Grades 3-5
Join Adams Street’s first book club for tweens! This month’s pick is The Baby-Sitters Club: Kristy’s Great Idea. Readers can choose to read the novel OR graphic novel—their choice!—and join us for a discussion and craft activity related to the book. Open to Grades 3-5.
2024 Brooklyn Brujeria Festival Noche de Tambores at the DUMBO Archway | DUMBO
Friday, September 20 | 5-10pm
Founded by Chiquita Brujita in 2015, Brooklyn Brujeria is a Brooklyn-based creative house committed to using the power of art and joy as a form of activism and community building. Join under the DUMBO Archway on September 20 for drumming, tarot reading, magic market and lots of joy.
Grocery Shop for Homebound Neighbors at Wegman’s | Brooklyn Navy Yard
Grocery shop for neighbors who are homebound, experiencing hardship, elderly, or otherwise lacking time, resources, or ability to shop for groceries themselves. Volunteers will shop for items on the provided list(s) and attempt to stay within the budget assigned by our partner, West Brooklyn Waterfront Mutual Aid. A WBWMA veteran volunteer will be there to assist you should you have questions. WBWMA will pay for the groceries at check out and deliver them.
Introduction to Birdwatching Outings | Prospect Park
Saturday, September 21 | 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. Route Description: This outing is at a leisurely pace with lots of stops to observe birds. A different route through the park may be taken each week. There may be steps, slight inclines, and grass and dirt paths with exposed roots. We will cover approximately 1.5-2 miles.
Saturday, September 21 & Sunday, September 22 | 10am-1pm
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation. Activities include:
- Leaf Art | 10–12 pm | Let’s have fun exploring the unique features of trees and their uniquely shaped leaves. Let your creativity flourish as you craft art inspired by nature.
- Animal Encounter | 11 am–12 pm | Join Alliance Naturalists in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 11 am.
- Tree ID Walk | 12–1 pm | Join us as we delve into the wonder of nature! Are you curious about why and when trees shed their leaves? Gain hands-on experience in citizen science as we explore the Prospect Park environment and witness how changing temperatures affect the trees. We will provide you with a guide to help you record your observations. This program leaves the Audubon Center promptly at 12 pm.
Family Storytime at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Join us for storytime! We’ll enjoy a celebration of learning and literacy with books, music, and movement while meeting other members of the community for a great opportunity to have fun and make friends. For all ages and their grownups. No registration required.
Pirouette Playdate with Tutu School at Spear Physical Therapy | DUMBO
Saturday, September 21 | 11:00am-11:30am | Ages 3-8 | DM Tutu School to RSVP and secure your spot
Join for this pop-up event at Spear Physical Therapy in DUMBO, 81 Washington Street. This free Pirouette Playdate will include a short demo class and coloring craft with one of Tutu School’s ballerina teachers. DM Tutu School to RSVP!
Black History and Culture Tour of Fort Greene | Fort Greene
Saturday, September 21 | 11:00am-12:30pm | RSVP here
Join us for the Black History and Culture of Fort Greene tour led by Suzanne Spellen with a special stop at Brooklyn Paramount. Working together with local historian, Suzanne Spellen, and our Tour Advisory Committee, we develop and refine the route and educational content to help retell Fort Greene’s deep roots in Black history and culture for a personal, on-the-ground look at this important historical context. Offered in two installments, The Heart of Black Fort Greene: Fulton Street tour, and Fort Greene Black History Makers and Cultural Giants tour provide rich context and history ranging from the 1800s to today. RSVPs are encouraged but not required. All tours are free!
Magical Encounters at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Saturdays, through October 26 | 11am-1pm
These free bilingual (English/Spanish) art workshops for all ages will be led by the local Latinx artist duo Cazorla + Saleme. Enjoy this series of art workshops, where we will explore the enchanted colors of Brooklyn Bridge Park in autumn while learning about caring for the planet and ourselves. Let’s cultivate a love for nature together! Materials and snacks are included.
HealthJox health & sports program will start with 30-minutes of “self-discovery” with our mental health coach. The next 30-minutes will be dedicated to stretching and workout with our trainer. The next hour, the kids will start with basketball clinics and AirOdart Clinics with our coaches, each separated by age group: 12/13; 14/15; 16/17. During the final hour, we will have our Youth apply the skills that they’ve just learned during the official basketball games simultaneously. We will have fruit, water and healthy snacks for the kids as well as uniforms. This health & sports program will be help every Saturday until Saturday, September 28th.
FAD Market Pop-Up | Governors Island
Saturday, June 15 & Sunday, June 16 | 11am-5pm
FAD Market is back on Governors Island for its fourth annual monthly residency, occurring every third through October. Featuring a rotating lineup of over 40 of the city’s emerging makers, designers, artists, and small businesses, our markets will feature handcrafted jewelry, art, apparel, bath and body care, tableware, home furnishings, artisanal packaged food, and more. Come for the one-of-a-kind goods, stay for a cocktail and a game of pétanque (a lawn throwing game similar to bocce and boules) with our neighbors, Carreau Club. Take a short ferry ride and make a day of it!
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.
Open Streets Reads @ Hoyt Open Streets | Boerum Hill
Saturday, September 21 | 12-3pm
Bring the whole family out to celebrate the back to school season with a celebration of literacy! There will be games, free books, and live author readings: Aunt Lily’s Laundromat by Melanie Hope Greenberg and Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin. Stock up on children’s books courtesy of Brooklyn Book Bodega.
Pop-Up Audubon | Prospect Park
Saturday, September 21 & Sunday, September 22 | 12-4pm
Join us near the Nethermead arches as we celebrate Trees Appreciation Month with art and exploration.
- Autumn Leaf Window Clings | 12–2 pm: Let’s enjoy exploring the beautiful fall colors and uniquely shaped leaves. Together, we’ll create stunning window clings to decorate your home. This activity takes approximately 20 minutes.
- Tree ID Walk | 3–4 pm: Join us as we delve into the wonder of nature! Are you curious about why and when trees shed their leaves? Gain hands-on experience in citizen science as we explore the Prospect Park environment and witness how changing temperatures affect the trees. We will provide you with a guide to help you record your observations. This program leaves promptly at 3pm.
Explore Japan in Brooklyn at Industry City’s Japan Village | Sunset Park
Saturday, September 21 | 12-6pm
Explore Japan in Brooklyn Vol. 2, presented by @japaneseartistpopupshop & @japanklyn. Explore the Japanese Craft Makers Market, with a wide variety of Japanese products, Japanese crafts, and souvenirs. The pop-up will be open throughout the event. There will be live painting and music performances. More information here. There will also be September Karaoke in the Japan Village courtyard from 2 to 4pm.
The Six Foot Platform on Car-Free Washington Street | DUMBO
Saturdays, 12-6pm | Through October 12
The Six Foot Platform, an experimental art & performance program presenting work by Brooklyn-based artists on a 6×6 platform, is returning this fall to the intersection of Washington and Water Streets. This weekend, Fanny Allié transforms the Six Foot Plartform into a mixed media, found materials, textile and printmaking workshop. The public is invited to join her in creating–and exhibiting–a collection of characters inspired by Dumbo, found objects/used materials (including your own) and natural elements previously collected in the area.
Art is Alive Festival | Fort Greene
Saturday, September 21 | 12-9pm | Full schedule of activities here
Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation is back with its eighth annual Art is Alive festival in The Space @ Irondale. The day will feature performances, workshops, and classes featuring art forms and artists from the African Diasporic experience. Highlight of the festival will include:
- 12-2 pm | Dance Classes | 45 minutes each, dance classes hosted by Asase Yaa School of the Arts in Afrobeat, Caribbean, and Hip Hop
- 1pm | Workshop | Resources for Raising a Child Artist Workshophosted by Asase Yaa in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygien
- 4-7pm | Live Performances | Asase Yaa Youth Ensemble, Batalá New York, FIYAA Forces of Nature Incredible Youth Arts Alliance, Plezi Rara, and Soul Science Lab
Garden as Catalyst: Create Your Own Artwork at The Old Stone House | Park Slope
Create your own artwork with a selection of papers inspired by the colors, shapes, and textures of the Old Stone House gardens. Let the garden guide your creative adventure. Before embarking on an afternoon of creative making, take a look or walk through the gardens. Use that experience and mix it with a selection of handmade papers to create your own artwork.This is not a how-to workshop. This is an invitation to observe and use your intuition to create.
Coastal Cleanup | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, September 21 | 5:30-7:30pm | Register here | Kids under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Volunteers, as a group, cleanup our coastlines by helping to remove debris that has washed into the marshes and beaches with the tides. Volunteers of all ages are welcome (under 16’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). No volunteer orientation or experience is required, but note that this activity may involve some rock scrambling.
Stargazing on Utica Ave. & Eastern Parkway | Crown Heights
Rooftop Films Presents Luther: Never Too Much in Brower Park | Crown Heights
Saturday, September 21 | 7pm lawn opens, 8:30pm film begins, 10pm Q&A
Rooftop Films travels around the city presenting films on rooftops, parks, and other scenic spots. Mark your calendar for one of these screenings in Brooklyn this summer! All films are FREE with RSVP!
Brooklyn Book Festival | Downtown Brooklyn
Sunday, September 22 – Sunday, September 29 | Save the date for Children’s Day @ Brooklyn Commons: Saturday, September 28, 10am-4pm
The 2024 Brooklyn Book Festival begins on September 22 and includes 9 days of literary events. Save the date for next weekend’s Children’s Day in Brooklyn Commons! With a Picture Book Stage, Young Reader’s Stage, Performance Stage, Workshop Room and a dedicated Makers & Creators corner, families enjoy a full day of readings, workshops, performances, book signings, and art projects with favorite authors and illustrators.
Play in the Square at Domino Park | Williamsburg
Join Domino Park at the newly opened Domino Square for a fall series of kids programming, led by local partners, A Rosie Day and Ari, the Sing-along Guy. All ages welcome! On Sunday, September 22, it’s Rockin’ Kid’s Sing-along with Ari, the Sing-along Guy. Come sing, dance, clap, stomp, jump and rock out with Ari The Sing-along Guy! Ari, his guitar and his trusty yellow sweatband will lead you in songs you know, and some you don’t, but all of them are fun, interactive, and they really rock!
Historic New York Walking Tour: Downtown Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge History | Downtown Brooklyn
Sunday, September 22 | 10am-12pm
Join Fort Greene Urban Park Rangers in a history tour of Downtown Brooklyn. Rangers will lead from Fort Greene to the entrance of the Brooklyn Bridge, explaining early Brooklyn life and the fascinating story behind New York’s most iconic bridge. Meet the Rangers at the Visitors Center! Please wear comfortable shoes.
Montague Open Streets | Brooklyn Heights
Sunday, September 22 | 10am-7pm | Montague Street from Clinton Street to Hicks Street
Enjoy Montague Open Streets this Sunday! This weekend’s highlights include:
- Free Lemonade for Kids at Chama Mama | All Day |Kids: join your parents for a Chamalicous lunch, and get a free lemonade every day through December 31, 2024.
- Sundae Sundays at L’Appartement 4F | 12-5pm | L’Apéro by L’Appartement 4F will be outside serving to-go tahini cookie sundaes and charcuterie boxes featuring our signature selection of saucisson and cheeses. Grab a can of natural biodynamic (and unbelievably delicious) wine to enjoy at the enjoy on the Promenade or at the Montague Sip Spot adults only area at the corner of Henry Street.
- Stay tuned for more!
Waterfront Walks | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sunday, September 22 | 10:30am-12pm | Register here
Join our Docents for a free walking tour and learn more about Brooklyn Bridge Park’s history, design, and ecology. Tours last roughly 60-90 minutes, start from the entrance of Pier 1 and finish near Pier 3.
Storytime with Thyra Heder: Nose to Nose at Books Are Magic | Brooklyn Heights
Sunday, September 22 | 11:00-11:30am | RSVP here
From the critically acclaimed author-illustrator of How Do You Dance?, Thyra Heder’s Nose to Nose is an insightful and hilarious picture book about trying to make new friends as the new dog in town and the courage it takes to face a problem “nose to nose.” Join for this Storytime with Thyra Heder. She is the author and illustrator of Fraidyzoo, The Bear Report, Alfie, How Do You Dance?, and Sal Boat. She is also a scenic designer and storyboard artist for film and advertising. She lives and works in Brooklyn with her nervous dog, Toby, who has inspired her latest story.
BAM Presents: A Celebration of African Diasporic Dance @ Pier 6 | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sunday, September 22 | 11am-12pm | Registration required
Families can celebrate DanceAfrica with this fun-filled, outdoor workshop, led by BAM teaching artist Yasmar Cruz. Discover how African and diasporic dance forms celebrate community, providing a unique window into the history and traditions of its people. Join us on the Liberty Lawn at Pier 6 for this free event! Registration is required to attend this event. A limited number of spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
DUMBO Family Games on Car-Free Washington Street | DUMBO
Sundays | 11am-1pm | Washington Street from Front Street to Water Street
Join every Sunday on car-free Washington Street for free kids activities and a community hang! Curated by the DUMBO BID x Brooklyn Bridge Parents and supported by Leaf Medical & Leaf Dental in DUMBO.
5th Avenue Sunset Park Street Festival | Sunset Park
Sunday, September 22 | 11am-6pm | 5th Avenue from 44th Street to 59th Street
Join us for our 25th Annual Sunset Park 5th Ave BID Festival! There will be businesses from our avenue, vendors, and community organizations showcasing products, food, and services from our local Sunset Park area businesses.
One Big Table | Boerum Hill
Sunday, September 22 | 12-2pm | Hoyt Open Street between Atlantic Ave. and State St.
One Big Table, a communal dining experience in our open streets, will be moving around Brooklyn this month! Join in Boerum Boerum Hill at Hoyt Open Streets this weekend. Grab takeout from local restaurants and pull up a chair alongside your neighbors to share a meal.
16th Annual African Film Festival Family Day Celebration | Governors Island
Sunday, September 22 | 12-6pm | Full schedule of events here
AFF’s annual Family Day Celebration is back on Governors Islannd! Fun-seeking individuals of all ages are invited for an enchanting day of free activities including storytelling, double-dutch, dance and drum workshops led by world-renowned instructors, arts and crafts, and a selection of short films, all celebrating Africa and the diaspora.
YES! Block Party | Bushwick
Sunday, September 22 | 12-6pm
House of Yes is taking over the whole damn street on September 22, transforming the block into an electric playground carnival wonderland of performances, play, art, and outdoor dance party magic. It’s free, it’s all ages, and it’s happening rain or shine. Check out this recap of their block party in 2022 for a taste!
Updated: September 17, 2024. Main Image: BAM Presents: A Celebration of African Diasporic Dance in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
