The outdoor event season for families will run from end of April through Halloween, with festivals celebrating music, dance, art, and more, plus block parties and street fairs in our neighborhoods. Check back here as add more kid-friendly outdoor events!
Haitian Flag Day Selebrasyon! | Prospect Park
Thursday, May 15 | 5-9pm | FREE | RSVP here
Join Haiti Cultural Exchange and Prospect Park Alliance for a Haitian Flag Day Selebrasyon in celebration of the 222nd anniversary of the Haitian Flag! Enjoy live music by the world-famous & revered Haitian big band Tabou Combo, dance performances, artisanal vendors and more.
Kite Festival | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, May 17 | 11am-3pm | FREE
Join us for a day of sky-high fun at our annual Kite Festival! This is the one day each year when kite flying is open to the public in the park—so don’t miss your chance to see the sky fill with color against the stunning Manhattan skyline. Bring your own kite, purchase, or make one on site, and take part in a joyful spring celebration for all ages. Enjoy hands-on crafts, classic lawn games, and engaging activities from local community partners. Whether you’re a first-time flyer or a seasoned pro, this is the perfect opportunity to welcome the season with a breeze.
Bedford’s Welcome Back Block Party at Bedford Library | Bed Stuy
Saturday, May 17 | 11am-4pm | FREE
The library is back! Join us in celebrating Bedford’s return to the community. Here are some of the highlights of the block party:
- 11:30am | Bubbles the Silly Entertainer
- 12:30pm | Fogo Azul Drumline
- 1-4pm | DJs, Giveaways, balloon animals, and more!
Season Launch Party | Governors Island
Saturday, May 17 | 11am-5pm | FREE
The 2025 Governors Island Arts season launches on May 17 with a free, all-ages celebration featuring public art, live performances, interactive installations, and family-friendly activities. There will be food and drinks from Island vendors, live DJs, and art making activities for all ages!
Farmhouse Family Day: Pinkster Celebration | Canarsie
Saturday, May 17 | 12-3pm | FREE | RSVP here
The Wyckoff House Museum & Elite Learners bring you a special Pinkster Festival with live music, carnival activities, drumming and more! Join us for a special Pinkster Family Day featuring storytelling, music, and performances and stick around to make some music of your own!
Living Well, Living Strong: Free Health Fest and Fun Beats in Fort Greene Park | Fort Greene
Saturday, May 17 | 12-4pm | FREE | RSVP here
It’s the health event of the year for the community as Brooklyn Community Board 2 brings you Living Well, Living Strong: Free Health Fest and Fun Beats! Get your services, get tested, and get ready for a fun day in the park! There will be music, free healthy food, a prostate screening truck (free PSA blood test!, not invasive), a DJ, medical professionals on site with practical services, blood pressure testing, a panel discussion on maternal health, kids’ activities by Brooklyn Bride Parents, and so much more!
Willowtown Annual Spring Fair | Brooklyn Heights
Saturday, May 17 | 12-5pm | FREE
The annual Willowtown spring fair will take place on Saturday, May 17 at Willow Place in Brooklyn Heights featuring face painters, bouncy house, bake sale, magic show, games and more.
Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair | Park Slope
Sunday, May 18 | 10am-6pm | FREE
This annual street fair on 5th Avenue in Park Slope stretches between Sterling and 12th Street and features tons of local food, shopping, art, music and family-friendly fun!
Spring Fling | Brooklyn Heights
Sunday, May 18 | 12-4 pm | FREE
Join Brooklyn Bridge Parents and Mommy Poppins for our first ever Spring Fling during Open Streets on Montague on Sunday, May 18 from 12 to 4 pm with 25 free kids activities, dance party and puppet show. We will have games, arts & crafts, soccer, face painting, building activities and obstacle course, much more.
71st Annual 17th of May Norwegian Day Parade | Bay Ridge
Sunday, May 18 | 1:30pm
The 17th of May Norwegian Day Parade celebrates the Constitution Day of Norway. Rain or shine! The parade will kick off at 1:30 PM, starting at 85th Street, marching along 3rd Avenue, turning up 75th Street to 5th Avenue to 67th Street.
DanceAfrica Bazaar | Fort Greene
Saturday, May 24–Monday, May 26 | See hours below | FREE
DanceAfrica’s bazaar returns, featuring more than 150 vendors from around the world, offering African, Caribbean, and African-American food, crafts, and fashion. Celebrate the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Africa and its diaspora—and see the streets surrounding BAM transformed into a global marketplace.
Bazaar Hours:
Saturday, May 24, 12-10pm
Sunday, May 25, 12-8pm
Monday, May 26, 12-8pm
Brooklyn Memorial Day Parade | Bay Ridge
Monday, May 26 | 11am | FREE
A Brooklyn tradition since 1867, the Brooklyn Memorial Day Parade is considered to be the oldest continuously run Memorial Day parade in a large city in the nation. Veterans, civic groups, schools, and marching bands parade along 3rd Avenue toward the Verrazzano Bridge ending with a service honoring Veterans.
DUMBO Drop | DUMBO
Friday, May 30 | Drops at 5pm & 7pm | DUMBO Drop Kids Zone 4-7pm | $25/person
The annual DUMBO Drop including the free Brooklyn Bridge Parents Kids Zone will take place on Friday, May 30, from 4 to 7pm. Watch elephants parachute into Dumbo—for a good cause! The event supports DUMBO’s PS 307 and The Dock Street School. Get your tickets for the elephant spectacle here!
14th Annual Bushwick Collective Block Party | Bushwick
Saturday, May 31 | 10am-6pm | FREE
Live DJ’s, graffiti, street art, food art and more at the annual Bushwick Collective Block Party on Saturday, May 31st from 10 am to 6 pm at 15 Scott Avenue.
PS8’s Annual Paddlewheeler Block Party | Brooklyn Heights
Saturday, May 31 | 12-4pm | FREE
PS8’s Annual Paddlewheeler Block Party is back Saturday, 5/31 with rides, bounce house, arts & crafts, face painting, cotton candy, chess tournament, photo booth, hydrant sprinklers, a DJ Marc Bars dance party from 2-4pm, and more! Ticket details, event partners, and volunteer sign ups to come. Stay tuned for more!
Springfest at Black Forest | Boerum Hill & Fort Greene
Saturday, May 31 | 1-4pm in Boerum Hill & 6-9pm in Fort Greene | $10/person
We are so excited to host two massive Springfest parties on Saturday May 31th, 1-4pm at the Smith Street location and 6-9pm in Fort Greene. Both Springfest parties will feature beer specials, a live German Oompah band and a mug holding contest with prizes. On Smith Street our block will be closed for traffic, we’ll have seating and live music in the street as part of the Smith Street festival! In Fort Greene most seating and the band will be indoors, with some limited outdoor sidewalk seating available on a first come basis. To reserve a spot for the parties, we offer tickets for $10. Additionally a 3hr unlimited beer package ($50/person) can be added during checkout. Beer Package will be $60 at the door. Don your finest pair of Lederhosen, gather your friends, and come celebrate the time-honored Bavarian tradition of drinking great beer from giant glasses in the company of your favorite people!
The Brooklyn Greek Festival | Brooklyn Heights
Monday, June 2–Sunday, June 8 | See hours below | FREE
The Greek Orthodox Cathedral is hosting its annual Greek street fair from Monday, June 2 to Sunday, June 8, 2025 on car-free Schermerhorn Street. There will be traditional food, dancing, live music, kids activities and much more. Live music Thursday and Sunday, DJ on Friday and Saturday. Hours: Monday to Thursday 11 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 11 am to 11 pm and Sunday 12 to 8 pm.
14th Annual Photoville Festival | Brooklyn Bridge Park & beyond
Saturday, June 7–Sunday, June 22 | Opening Weekend in Emily Warren Roebling Plaza: Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8 | FREE
The 14th Annual Photoville Festival returns to New York City from June 7–22, 2025, with over 80 free outdoor photo exhibitions across all five boroughs. Centered in Brooklyn Bridge Park, the festival celebrates global visual storytelling that highlights human connection, resilience, and diverse perspectives. The Opening Weekend Community Celebration, held June 7–8, will feature special programs, including an opening night event with Catchlight and the Chris Hondros Fund. Learn more here!
Brooklyn Pride Multicultural Festival | Park Slope
Brooklyn Pride | Saturday, June 14 | FREE
Youth Pride | Saturday, June 21 | FREE
The annual Brooklyn Pride Multicultural Festival takes over Union Street to 9th Street on 5th Avenue every June. The Main Stage at J.J. Byrne Playground is the vibrant heart of Brooklyn Pride’s festival, where talent takes center stage and resonates in every note and performance. And save the date for Youth Pride on Saturday, June 21: a day of celebration, love, and unity, offering a safe space for all young people to express themselves, connect with others, and show their pride. Get ready for live music, performances, art, and more! More details for both dates coming soon!
Harvest Festival | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, October 18 | 11am-3pm | FREE
Join us this fall as we celebrate the changing of the seasons at the Brooklyn Bridge Park’s annual Harvest Festival! Don’t miss our kick-off procession, arts and crafts, storytelling, lawn games and more—including our signature pumpkin patch. Check back here for further event details and schedule!
Updated: May 10, 2025. Main photo: Spring Fling on car-free Montague Street in Brooklyn Heights.
