Top 10 February family events in Brooklyn

3. Celebrate Black History Month

• Black History Month: Nature Poetry in Fort Greene Park
  Saturday, February 8 | 1-2pm | FREE | Fort Greene
  Join the Urban Park Rangers for a spoken word and poetry session at the Fort Greene Visitor Center. Learn about Black History in Fort Greene Park and take part in creating your own piece of art through poetry about nature.
• Brooklyn’s Black Trailblazers at Green-Wood Cemetery
  Saturday, February 8 | 10am-12pm | $15, $12 for members | Get tickets here | South Slope
  In recognition of those who paved the way in fields ranging from art and activism to music, medicine, and real estate, this trolley tour will spotlight Black pioneers of Brooklyn and Green-Wood. You’ll visit the memorials of trailblazers including Jean-Michel Basquiat.
• Brooklyn and the Abolitionist Movement in Brooklyn Bridge Park
  Sunday, February 9 | 1:00-2:30pm | FREE | Brooklyn Bridge Park
  Join the Urban Park Rangers on a walk discussing Brooklyn’s significant history to the abolitionist movement in the United States.
• Classical Interludes: Harlem Chamber Players at Central Library
  Sunday, February 9 | 4:00-5:30pm | FREE | Registration required | Prospect Heights
  In honor of Black History month, members of The Harlem Chamber Players will perform a concert of works by past and living Black composers as well as a European classic.
• LA Blacksmith and Jazz Plus Presents: The Influence of Black Music on American History at Red Hook Recreation Center
  Tuesday, February 11 | 2-3pm | FREE | Red Hook
  LA Blacksmith and Jazz Plus are dynamic, charismatic performers that play a special brand of electrifying Funk, Jazz & Soul. Come to the Rec Center to celebrate Black American history and culture with them. The show is free and open to all ages.
• Farmhouse Family Day: Fabrics of the Diaspora at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum | Canarsie
  Saturday, February 15 | 11am-3pm | Ages 4-12 | FREE | RSVP here
  Learn about the history of Western Africa and the Diaspora through the story woven intricately into fabrics. Find your creative resistance by learning about the history art of Adire Eleko, a wax resist dying technique practiced by the Egba People of Yorubaland (Nigeria, Benin and Togo). There will be a tour of the Wyckoff House at 12pm, and the craft will begin at 1pm.
• Black History Month: Peace over Prejudice at Lefferts Historic House
  Sunday, February 16  | 2-5pm | FREE | RSVP here | Prospect Park
  Enjoy an afternoon of painting, history, food and community at Lefferts Historic House in Prospect Park. This unique spin on the traditional “sip and paint” invites our community to contribute to a collective artwork, which will be unveiled at the end of the event. This event blends creativity, history and community-building, while standing against hate and taking time to recognize Black history.
• Black Future Festival at Brooklyn Children’s Museum
  Sunday, February 16–Saturday, February 22 | 10am-5pm | $15 admission for adults, $15 for grandparents, and FREE for children under 1 | Crown Heights
  Join BCM for a week of reflection and future-forward fun inspired by the national celebration of Black History Month and the African Diaspora! We’re partnering with Kendra J. Bostock and STooPS to honor Black culture with incredible dance performances, powerful storytelling, dynamic workshops, and more!
• Family Singalong and Black History Month Celebration at Brooklyn Conservatory of Music 
  Friday, February 21 | 4:00-4:45pm | Suggested $8 donation | Park Slope
  Brooklyn Conservatory of Music is hosting a Family Singalong + Celebration for Black History Month. The sing-along will allow children to explore the influence of prominent Black musicians and civil rights leaders in American history through song, dance and video, highlighting the way Black artists have taken popular stories, songs, and even classroom concepts and creatively reimagined them.
• Returning to Self: A Black History Month Culmination
  Saturday, February 22 | 11am-3pm | FREE | RSVP here | Governors Island
  Join us for a day of work­shops, per­for­mances, and cel­e­bra­tions for all ages that will cre­ate com­mu­ni­ty and ele­vate Black voic­es. Through this day-long event, we will work togeth­er to cre­ate a safe and nur­tur­ing space for self care and reflec­tion where par­tic­i­pants can tune in to their needs, hon­or their feel­ings, and begin to return to themselves. Full event schedule coming soon, check back here!
• African Instruments Workshop and Performance at Brooklyn Heights Library
  Friday, February 28 | 4-5pm | FREE | Brooklyn Heights
  Join Musician Kevin Nathaniel for African Instruments Workshop and Performance. Nathaniel will perform contemporary songs from Africa and the African Diaspora and introduce participants to the mbira, shekere, and other African instruments. All ages welcome.
• And more! See our full overview of Black History Month events here.

4. Get creative at Ti Atis (Little Artists) at Brooklyn Children’s Museum 

Saturday, February 8 | 2-4pm | $15 admission for adults, $15 for grandparents, and FREE for children under 1 | Crown Heights

Haiti Cultural Exchange returns to the Brooklyn Children’s Museum for a new season of interactive youth and family programming! Learn about diverse art forms and celebrate Haitian culture through activities and performances facilitated by Haitian artists. This February, Jaden Timoun returns to host a Krik? Krak! Haitian Creole storytelling session in the spirit of the oral storytelling tradition that is popular in Haitian culture. This session will be accompanied by song, movement, and an arts/crafts activity.

5. Celebrate Tu BiShvat at Brooklyn Children’s Museum 

Sunday, February 9 | 10am-5pm | $15 admission for adults, $15 for grandparents, and FREE for children under 1 | Crown Heights

Join the Brooklyn Children’s Museum and The Neighborhood: An Urban Center for Jewish Life to celebrate Tu BiShvat, the Jewish new year of trees! Learn about the history and traditions of the holiday with live music and movement performances, interactive planting workshops, and storytelling that highlights nature. There will also be an interactive fruit tasting of symbolic fruits, short films celebrating trees, a tree-inspired cyanotype printmaking workshop, and a workshop with real worms and compost!

6. Watch the big game at a Super Bowl watch party

The Kansas City Chiefs face off with the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, February 9, and there are so many neighborhood spots to watch the big game! Kick off is at 6:30pm, but many venues are hosting pre-game parties earlier in the day.

• Randolph Beer | DUMBO
  Randolph Beer will be showing the game on big TVs with the sound on! Book a table here for parties of 2-5. Families are welcome on Sundays, with plenty of arcade games to keep the kids busy! The party will kick off at 5pm. There will be beer and wing specials and football squares!
• Time Out Market | DUMBO
  Join Time Out Market for a massive Big Bowl LIX Watch Party, where you can cheer, snack, drink, and win prizes ! From 3-6pm, there will be a pre-game party on the 5th Floor with resident DJ, DJ Stretch. Kick off will be at 6:30pm, and the game will be shown on all screens throughout the market including the 5th floor projector with audio. There will be drink specials, beer buckets and pitchers, and raffle prizes. RSVP here!
• Fulton Hall | Fort Greene
  This neighborhood spot is hosting a Super Bowl watch party. There will be wings, pigs in a blanket, jalapeño poppers, and beer pitchers and bucket special for the grown-ups. Learn more here!
• Black Forest Brooklyn | Cobble Hill & Fort Greene
  Bring the kids to this family-friendly pub in Park Slope for their Super Bowl LIX watch party! They will be hosing the game live with sound on 7 high def TVS and big screen. Reserve here. $10 deposit per person, with seating starting at 5pm. The entire party must arrive by 6pm! Learn more here.
• Threes Brewing | Gowanus & Greenpoint
  Threes Brewing is hosting watch parties at both Gowanus and Greenpoint locations with food specials from both of their food partners: Grand Army in Gowanus and Gotham Burger Social Club in Greenpoint. The game will be shown on a big projector, with the sound on. No reservations; seating is first-come, first-serve.
• Brooklyn Bowl | Williamsburg
  Brooklyn Bowl will be showing the Super Bowl on 14 screens with full concert sound on! Doors open at 5pm, and there will be food and drink specials all night long. All ages are welcome, and no cover charge. Plus, bowling lanes can be reserved here, so there’s tons of fun for the whole family. Learn more here!
• And more! Check out our full guide on where to watch the Super Bowl with kids in Brooklyn!

7. Have some Valentine’s Day fun!

Celebrate love with the whole family at one of these Valentine’s Day events!

• Valentine’s Day Card Block Printing at Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition
  Friday, February 7 | 3:30-5pm | FREE | Registration required | Red Hook
  Join us at BWAC and make a Valentine’s Day card for your special someone, using block printing techniques! All supplies will be provided, including cardstock and block printing supplies, just bring a design in mind.
• Valentines Day Party at Park Slope NY Kids Club
  Saturday, February 8 | 10:00-11:30am | 5 months–4 years | FREE | RSVP here 
  Join us for a groovy, 1960s & Beatles-inspired Valentine’s celebration designed for the whole family! Highlights include: art projects, a disco dance party, open gym play, a pizza party for the kids and an adult buffet, plus party favors to take home.
• Japanese Valentine’s Craft Market at Japan Village
  Saturday, February 8 | 12-6pm | FREE
  Find the perfect handmade gift for your special someone! Shop a curated selection of unique creations from over 15 Japanese craft vendors at Japan Village in Industry City. There will also be exciting performances: Sumo by NY Sumo Club, Shamisen music performances, and more surprises!
• Teen Valentine’s Day Karaoke at Brooklyn Heights Library
  Friday, February 14 | 4-5pm | FREE | Brooklyn Heights
  Join us for an exciting Valentine’s Day Karaoke session! Whether you’re single or coupled up, everyone’s welcome to belt out their favorite tunes and have a blast! Plus, let your creativity shine! Create a fun craft for yourself or a loved one—it’s the perfect way to spread the love! Snacks and water will be provided.
• Valentine’s Day Storytime at Fontainhas
  Friday, February 14 | 4:30-5:00pm | FREE | Registration will open 48 hours in advance | DUMBO
  Join the Adams Street Library at Fontainhas for a Valentine’s Day themed sunset storytime. All ages welcome!
• My Funny Valentine’s Family Disco!
  Sunday, February 23 | 11am-3pm | $10 for ages 2 and up, $35 for family of 4 | Red Hook
  Celebrate love and togetherness at the My Family Valentine Family Disco! Gather your loved ones for an unforgettable afternoon filled with music, fun activities, and delightful company. Whether you’re dancing to your favorite tunes, enjoying themed games, or indulging in delicious treats, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
• And so much more! Don’t miss our full roundup of Valentine’s Day events for families. 

8. Catch a performance during the New York Sword Dance Festival

Saturday, February 15 & Sunday, February 16 | See full event schedule here

Sword dancing is a winter celebration that has come down through the ages from the coal-mining regions of northern England. Presented by the NYC team Half Moon Sword, this annual festival is now in its 39th year, and will feature 10 nationwide troupes. The festival will feature both mystical, stately long sword and lively rapper sword dancing, accompanied by live music. Performance locations will include the Brooklyn Heights Library, Pacific Library, Park Slope Library, Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Brooklyn Waldorf School, and Old First Reformed Church. See all performance times and locations here.

9. Bring the family to the circus!

Saturday, February 15 | 2:00-3:30pm | $20 kids, $30 adults | Get tickets here | Downtown Brooklyn

This Valentine’s Day weekend, let My Heart Beats for Circus with ABCirque create unforgettable memories for your family! Join us at Hana House, where you’ll find a one-of-a-kind experience perfect for all ages. Start by unleashing your creativity at our love letter crafting station, the ideal way to share heartfelt messages with loved ones. Then, prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary circus show filled with breathtaking aerial artistry, jaw-dropping juggling, daring stunts, and delightful surprises at every turn. This isn’t just a performance—it’s a celebration of love, joy, and wonder that’s sure to leave your family smiling and inspired. Whether you’re looking for a unique Valentine’s Day outing or simply want to experience the magic of live entertainment, My Heart Beats for Circus offers an afternoon of pure delight.