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NYC Parks offers a multitude of events, programs and activities made with kids especially in mind. Children will have plenty to keep them active throughout the year no matter what their interests.
Best for Kids Events
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens 
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Art in the Park
at Kids Playground - Large (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Let your creativity flow with a wide range of craft projects for kids of all ages and abilities. Activities change week to week, you never know what fun will be waiting!
Free!
Kids
Independence Day Celebration 2025 at Fort Totten Park
at Parade Grounds (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
6:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Bayside Historical Society is hosting the 8th Annual Independence Day Celebration on Wednesday, June 18th, with a free concert and fireworks display by Grucci in Fort Totten Park.
Free!
Kids
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Art Meets Books
at Kids Playground - Large (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Art and books collide with enriching activities for children ages 12 and under.
Free!
Kids
Double Dutch
at Garibaldi Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Learn to double dutch! Coach Kyra Lee and The Double Dutch Aunties will teach you the fundamentals of street-style and competitive jump rope.
Free!
Kids
Friday, June 20, 2025
Le Carrousel Extravaganza
at Le Carrousel (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays June 2nd to September 26 at 10am, kiddos will enjoy an amazing magic show, be wowed by wacky science experiments, or engage with a puppet show!
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Growing Readers in South Jamaica Infinity Garden
at South Jamaica Infinity Garden, Queens
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Celebrating reading through programming for families 0-5 yrs. old. All children will leave with their own book to read at home.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Garden Fun for Children
at Demera/Santiago Garden, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family to Demera Santiago Garden for a day of garden fun! There will be a compost demo for children, as well as, planting seeds and plant drawing.
Free!
Event
Jesse Owens Track & Field Youth Program
at Thomas Jefferson Park, Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This free weekly program is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active.
Free!
Kids
Science in the Woods - Forest Floor- Invertebrate Investigation
at Alley Pond Environmental Center, Queens
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Explore the forest ecosystem to learn about local plants and animals that make NYC Parks their home.
Free!
Event
Community Paddle at Starlight Park
at Starlight Park, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Community paddle at Starlight Park, Bronx.
Free!
Kids
Farmhouse Family Day: Caribbean Heritage Month
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us as we learn about the Cultures here In Little Caribbean that make our neighborhood and community vibrant. Learn about the history of Carnival and why it is a year long festival that spans throughout the Caribbean and South America!
Free!
Event
NYC DOT Helmet Distribution
at Starlight Park, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
NYC DOT free helmet distribution at Starlight Park, Bronx
Free!
Kids
Pollinator Palooza
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
We’re hosting a pollinator-themed afternoon of art, games, and exploration.
Free!
Event
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Saturday Artist Residency
at Northwest Corner Seating Area (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Spend a Saturday afternoon learning a variety of artistic practices from a rotating group of incredibly talented local creators! Residencies change month to month.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Monday, June 23, 2025
Le Carrousel Extravaganza
at Le Carrousel (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays June 2nd to September 26 at 10am, kiddos will enjoy an amazing magic show, be wowed by wacky science experiments, or engage with a puppet show!
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Museum of Interesting Things
at Holley Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
The Museum of Interesting Things is a traveling interactive exhibition of antiques and inventions.
Free!
Kids
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Le Carrousel Extravaganza
at Le Carrousel (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays June 2nd to September 26 at 10am, kiddos will enjoy an amazing magic show, be wowed by wacky science experiments, or engage with a puppet show!
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Art in the Park
at Kids Playground - Large (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Let your creativity flow with a wide range of craft projects for kids of all ages and abilities. Activities change week to week, you never know what fun will be waiting!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Art Meets Books
at Kids Playground - Large (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Art and books collide with enriching activities for children ages 12 and under.
Free!
Kids
Celebrate Flag Day!
at Victory Field (in Forest Park), Queens
3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Come celebrate Flag Day and the end of school!
Free!
Kids
Fireworks & Fun
at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of music from the Hiro Band, games, and Caribbean dance with Sweet Water Dance & Yoga before the Astoria Park fireworks display at dusk (fireworks courtesy of Central Astoria, LDC).
Free!
Kids
Special Urban Farm Open Hours
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Kick off the summer season at Randall’s Island Park with an evening of fireworks and fun with special evening Open Hours at our Urban Farm!
Free!
Kids
Double Dutch
at Garibaldi Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Learn to double dutch! Coach Kyra Lee and The Double Dutch Aunties will teach you the fundamentals of street-style and competitive jump rope.
Free!
Kids
Friday, June 27, 2025
Le Carrousel Extravaganza
at Le Carrousel (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays June 2nd to September 26 at 10am, kiddos will enjoy an amazing magic show, be wowed by wacky science experiments, or engage with a puppet show!
Free!
Kids
Early Childhood Music & Movement
at Kids Playground - Large (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
10:45 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Children aged 16 months to 4 years, and their parents/caregivers are invited to explore their first music and movement experiences while also building vital social skills.
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
School's Out Celebration
at 76th Avenue and Springfield Boulevard (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
4:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Join us for inflatables, carnival games and fun activities, as we celebrate the start of summer break in the park!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Explorers Club with Dongan Hills Library
at Greenbelt Nature Center - Hike Start Point (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Dongan Hills Library and the Greenbelt Nature Center for an outdoor adventure!
Free!
Kids
Family Art Project: Blossom Up Your Garden Flag
at Wave Hill, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Make your own flag with flowers and colors that represent you!
Free!
Kids
Open Bluegrass Jam Session
at East Fourth Street Community Garden, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Open Bluegrass Jam Sessions are scheduled throughout the 2025 season, weather permitting. Bring your guitar, ukulele, banjo, etc., and join in! All skill levels and ages are welcome.
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Saturday Artist Residency
at Northwest Corner Seating Area (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Spend a Saturday afternoon learning a variety of artistic practices from a rotating group of incredibly talented local creators! Residencies change month to month.
Free!
Kids
Movie Night at Crocheron Park: Wild Robot
at 35th Avenue at Golden Pond (in Crocheron Park), Queens
8:55 p.m.–10:55 p.m.
Pack a picnic, bring a friend, and settle in for a night of premier movies in the Park!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Family Art Project: Blossom Up Your Garden Flag
at Wave Hill, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Make your own flag with flowers and colors that represent you!
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Movie Night: Wicked Sing-Along
at Field 62 - 63 (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
7:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Something has changed…on our calendar! Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance for an evening screening of the Academy Award-winning film Wicked!
Free!
Event
Monday, June 30, 2025
Le Carrousel Extravaganza
at Le Carrousel (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays June 2nd to September 26 at 10am, kiddos will enjoy an amazing magic show, be wowed by wacky science experiments, or engage with a puppet show!
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Storytime Under the Trees with NYPL
at East Alcove Seating Area (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
10:45 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Read stories, sing songs and have fun together under the boughs of the trees. Join our friends from Hudson Park Library every Tuesday for literary fun.
Free!
Kids
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Kids
Street Lab
at Holley Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Street Lab brings unique activities, from art to written word, for people of all ages and abilities to gather, learn, and create right in the park.
Free!
Kids
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