Tweens and teens have plenty of fun options this August, including a new LABUBU exhibit in Manhattan, a STEAM fair in Fort Greene Park, Kpop Demon Hunters nights in Queens and the Bronx, a sand sculpting competition in Coney Island, a soap box derby in Park Slope, and much more. And be sure not to miss Brooklyn Bridge Parents’ Back to School Bash at Summer Saturdays for Families at Atlantic Terminal Mall!
The Monsters 10th Anniversary: Monsters by Monsters, Now and Then | Manhattan
Now through Monday, August 31st | Sunday-Thursday 10:00am-7:00pm and Friday-Saturday 10:00am-8:00pm | Tickets are $10/child (10 & under) and $20/adult | Purchase here
The transformation of LABUBU and THE MONSTERS into global cultural icons is the result of a decade-long creative journey. Kasing Lung began building an inner fantasy world at age 11, influenced by Nordic picture books while learning Dutch. Over time, this imagination evolved into a rich universe. Since 2011, he has collaborated with How2work on designer toys, and in 2015 released picture books like PUCA, PATU and the Girl, and MIRU’s Requiem, which helped shape THE MONSTERS® visual and narrative world. Come check out this special exhibit at 423 W. 14th Street until the end of the month.
Giant Seesaws in Herald Square Park | Manhattan
Daily through August 21st | 9:00am-9:00pm | FREE
In the heart of Midtown Manhattan, 34th Street has 8 giant public seesaws! This interactive installation combines light and sound that corresponds to riders’ movements to create a one of a kind multisensory experience.
Kids Sail Program at the Brooklyn Bridge Sail Club | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Weeklong sessions Monday-Friday in August | Two sessions available daily, 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-4:00pm | $600/week | Register here
Tweens and teens can experience a summer of real sailing on New York Harbor. They will learn to rig, steer, trim, and skipper a sailboat with the crew at Brooklyn Bridge Sail Club.
Balloon Museum at the Tin Building | Manhattan
Opening August 5th | Open daily at 10:00am | Tickets starting at $26/child and $40/adult | Purchase here
Step into DAYDREAM – Air Becomes Art, the inaugural exhibition of Balloon Museum’s first permanent U.S. flagship, located at the iconic Tin Building in New York City’s historic Seaport district. Following exhibitions that have attracted more than 8 million visitors worldwide, DAYDREAM brings together internationally acclaimed artists including Marina Abramović, in a unique interactive experience where visitors become active participants in the artwork itself.
Teen Reset: SpongeBob Beach Party at the Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Friday, August 7th | 4:00pm-5:00pm | Teens ages 13-18 | FREE
Come for a Virtual SpongeBob Beach Party! Enjoy a relaxing beach experience indoors with AC. Teens can also decorate a treasure box to take home. Summer themed books and journals will also be included. There will be snacks.
STEAMVentures Fair at Fort Greene Park | Fort Greene
Saturday, August 8th | 10:00am-1:00pm | FREE | RSVP here
STEAMVentures returns to Fort Greene Park for their Second Annual Fort Greene STEAM Fair. Kids can create solar-powered animals, reveal secret messages with invisible ink, make scratch art, decorate lightning bugs, and explore other hands-on science and art activities.
Megan Brennan launches Magic Girls: Kira vs. the (Not So) New Rival at Lofty Pigeon Books | Kensington
Tuesday, August 11th | 6:30pm-8:00pm | FREE | Reserve a spot here
Megan Brennan will present from Magic Girls: Kira vs. the (Not So) New Rival, followed by a conversation with New York Times-bestselling cartoonist Gale Galligan, audience Q&A, signing, and reception. Saving the world? That’s the easy part! Dealing with crushes, friendships, being a tween, and your potentially evil ex best friend is where things get hard! Kira and Catacorn return in the exciting and hilarious new adventure in the Magic Girls series!
KPop Demon Hunters Night at Yankee Stadium | The Bronx
Tuesday, August 11th | 7:05pm | Tickets start at $27/person | Purchase here
Going be a golden night at Yankee Stadium! Join the Yankees for KPop Demon Hunters Night and be among the first 18,000 guests to score an exclusive Rumi Yankees Bobblehead!
The 34th Annual Coney Island Sand Sculpting Competition | Coney Island
Saturday, August 15th | 11:00am registration, 12:00pm-4:00pm competition | FREE | Register in-person
The 34th Annual Coney Island Sand Sculpting Competition returns on August 15th! Whether you’re a seasoned sculptor or just looking for a fun day at the beach, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun for free. The categories are Adult Solo Artist, Family, and Adult Group. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners. Bring your buckets, shovels, and creativity!
Saturday, August 15th | 4:10pm | Tickets start at $23/person | Purchase here
Join the New York Mets as they celebrate the global sensation of KPop Demon Hunters at Citi Field. Fuel up with your favorite soda pop, perfect your fan chants, and prepare for a fun filled day for the whole family to enjoy. The first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive a KPop Demon Hunters Mets jersey.
Party on the Plaza at the Central Library | Prospect Heights
Tuesday, August 18th | 12:00pm-2:00pm | FREE
Teens are invited to a Party on the Plaza to celebrate all the amazing things Brooklyn teens have done this year! Festivities will include music, book giveaways, prize drawings, activities, and more.
Kids’ Night on Broadway | Manhattan
Tuesday, August 25th | Showtimes vary | A child’s ticket is free with a full-paying adult | Find more info here
Kids’ Night on Broadway® is program of The Broadway League that invites kids 18 and under to see participating Broadway shows for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult. A Kids’ Night on Broadway ticket includes pre-theatre activities, restaurant and local attraction discounts, exclusive experiences, and more.
Tween Book Club at the Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Thursday, August 27th | 4:30pm-5:30pm | Children in grades 4-7 | FREE
Join the Adams Street Library’s Tween Book Club, a low-stakes, self-paced book club! Their August book club pick is Skip & Loafer (Volume 1) by Misaki Takamatsu. Copies of the book and discussion packets are available for pickup at the Adams Street Library.
Summer Saturdays for Families at Atlantic Terminal Mall | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturday, August 29th (rain date is Sunday, August 30th) | 11:00am-1:00pm | FREE | Ages 0-12 | RSVP here
Join Brooklyn Bridge Parents and Atlantic Terminal Mall for Summer Saturdays with free water play, kids activities, giveaways and more fun. Come out to play, cool off, and make friends! The theme for this day is Back to School Bash.
PaleyGX: Tips & Tricks for Children featuring EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 at the Paley Museum | Manhattan
Saturday, August 29th | 12:30pm-2:30pm | Children under 12 are free, $21.50/adult | Purchase here
Level up your game at the Paley Museum with an exclusive EA SPORTS Madden 27 Tips & Tricks event! Join fellow fans to play the brand new game and learn insider strategies, gameplay hacks, and smart adjustments that can take your skills to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, their hands-on sessions will help you sharpen your play and dominate the field. Come ready to play, learn, and elevate your Madden experience! All children must be accompanied by an adult. RSVPing online will not secure you a spot until you check in with the organizer onsite.
South Slope Derby on 17th Street | Park Slope
Saturday, August 29th | 12:00pm-3:00pm | FREE | Get tickets here
KoKo NYC presents the 19th annual South Slope Derby, a celebration of creativity and innovation! For 19 years and counting, the Annual South Slope Derby has thrilled Brooklyn every August, becoming a beloved celebration of creativity and innovation. The Derby is the culmination of KoKo NYC’s summer programming and features gravity-powered soap box vehicles made from recycled materials and built by kids in the KoKo NYC workshops. In the South Slope Derby, the kids put their creations to the test as they drive down 17th Street in South Slope, They are cheered on by over 500 friends, family, and fans who travel from all over the city every year.
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Updated: July 29, 2026 Featured image: South Slope Derby
