Don’t miss this week’s kid-friendly highlights like the Brooklyn Greek Festival in Brooklyn Heights, Photoville in Brooklyn Bridge Park, LGBTQ+ Teen Night and First Saturday at the Brooklyn Museum, a New York Philharmonic concert in Prospect Park, and the All Fungi Art Exhibition in Red Hook. You can also check out Brooklyn Comic Con in Crown Heights, the annual Lavender Festival on Governors Island, GayRidge Pride at Owl’s Head Park in Bay Ridge, DUMBO Family Games, and the FAD Market on Montague Open Streets.
MONDAY
The Brooklyn Greek Festival | Brooklyn Heights
Monday, June 2–Sunday, June 8 | See hours below
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 more daily. Special highlight: Brooklyn Bouzouki Night on Thursday with live music from 6 to 10 pm and Greek dancing. Learn more here!
Hours:
- Monday–Wednesday: 11am – 9pm
- Thursday: 11am – 10pm (live music 6 – 10 pm)
- Friday & Saturday: 11am –11pm
- Sunday: 12pm – 8 pm (live music all day)
Meet the Author: Readaloud with Jehan Madhani at Central Library | Prospect Heights
Monday, June 2 | 3:30-4:15pm | Ages 5+
Meet author Jehan Madhani, author of Eli and the Uncles, for a readaloud and fun activities!
Ages 5 and up.
Free Admission Days @ Pier 2 Roller Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
The Pier 2 Roller Rink in Brooklyn Bridge Park 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.
Kids Create: Summertime Crafts at Sunset Park Library | Sunset Park
Monday, June 2 | 4-5pm | Ages 6-12
Summertime is here! Come make summer-themed crafts with us at Sunset Park. Designed for ages 6-12.
TUESDAY
Free Music Show with Hopalong Andrew at Whole Foods | Gowanus
Tuesdays | 10am
Hopalong Andrew’s weekly shows at Whole Foods are FREE! Make sure to double check in his Instagram the morning of to make sure class has not been cancelled for any reason.
Stomp Clap & Sing with Sunny Songsters at Central Library | Prospect Heights
Tuesday, June 3 | 10:30-11:30am
Come sing and dance with the Sunny Songsters! We take children on an exciting 45 minute musical journey filled with instruments, scarves, bubbles and much more. Our mission is to foster an appreciation for music through play-based learning. The creators of our program are children’s entertainment professionals with degrees in acting, music and songwriting. With us, every day is sunny!
Tiny Storytime at Books Are Magic | Brooklyn Heights & Cobble Hill
Tuesdays @ 11am at Smith Street location | Thursdays @ 11am at Montague Street location
Join Books Are Magic for Tiny Storytime for ages 6-36 months!
Free Storytime at Private Picassos | Clinton Hill
Tuesdays | 11:00-11:30am
Join us each Tuesday at 11am and select Saturdays at 10am for a special storytime – perfect for babies and toddlers. Private Picassos Founder Valeen Bhat will read a favorite kid’s book in our cozy reading nook. Hang out after for coloring, toys and exploring all of the books we have at our Studio.
Fourth Trimester Support Group at The Canopy | Williamsburg
Tuesdays | 12:30-1:30pm | Register here
Our weekly postpartum support group offers a safe and welcoming space for new parents to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. This free group provides emotional support, practical tips, and valuable resources to help navigate the physical and emotional journey after childbirth. Our Fourth Trimester Support Group is here to uplift you through your unique postpartum experience, offering community and connection. This class is being held exclusively at Canopy in our private classroom and is free for both members and non-members to attend. Come as you are, and feel free to bring your newborn or come by solo.
Lunchtime Entertainment at Brooklyn Commons Park: Melvis Santa & Mai-Elka Prado Present Afro-Latina Magic | Downtown Brooklyn
Tuesday, June 3 | 12-2pm
Visitors to Brooklyn Commons Park will be captivated by incredible performances as the stage comes alive with diverse sounds and entertainment that cater to all. From PRIDE to pulsating entertainers and puppeteers, the Commons is the perfect backdrop for arts and entertainment in Downtown Brooklyn. We are thrilled to present GRAMMY nominee and multidisciplinary artist Melvis Santa, alongside the talented vocalist and composer Mai-Elka Prado. Together, they will take us on a journey through melodic harmonies and sonic sensations deeply rooted in the magic of la femme Afro-Latina. Prepare for an electric experience that blends the vibrant sounds of Cuba and Panama with jazz undertones and a dose of funk.
Chess Tournament at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Tuesday, June 3 & Wednesday, June 4 | 3:30-5:30pm | Registration required
Join us for the first day of our two-day chess tournament on Tuesday, June 3rd. The tournament will continue on Wednesday, June 4th. There will be three age groups competing, and this tournament is for ages 5-12. This tournament will be led by our Chessmaster William Del Castillo. You must commit to both Tuesday and Wednesday to participate. Registration is required, please register here for both days. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies for each of the three age groups, and medals for all participants! Capacity capped at 40 kids.
Tween Tuesdays: Indoor Barbie Beach Party at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Tuesday, June 3 | 4-5pm | Ages 9-13
Hey Tweens (ages 9-13)! Join us for Tween Tuesdays 4–5 PM in the Game Room. Today’s Theme: Indoor Barbie Beach Party! There will be a glitter station, photo booth, snacks, Barbie tunes, Barbie books, and yes—Ken is totally welcome too! Come catch the beach vibes while staying cool in the library’s A/C!
Wise Wonder Spring Storytime Series at The Old Stone House | Park Slope
Tuesday, June 3 | 4-5pm | Ages 1-5 | RSVP here
Over six Tuesdays from April through June, Wise Wonder Park Slope invites learners ages 1–5 and their grown-ups to celebrate the Spring with stories, imagination, and hands-on crafts and art. Each event includes an enchanting storytime, whimsical arts and crafts, and new friends—set against the backdrop of springtime in the garden.
Our Garden Club at Central Library | Prospect Heights
Tuesday, June 3 | 4:30-5:15pm | Ages 5+
Let’s see what we can grow in Brooklyn! Plant seeds and watch them grow. Read stories, sing, craft, and tend our garden! For children and teens with and without disabilities. In bad weather, the program held is in the Upper Program Room. Kids, tweens and teens welcome – ages 5 and up.
New Mom Meet Up at Fontainhas | DUMBO
Tuesdays | 4:30-6:00pm
Bring your baby to Fontainhas for some cozy chai and hangs with other new moms. Hosted every week by the new mom pop-up POST.
WEDNESDAY
Tunes with Teagan at Pacific Library | Downtown Brooklyn
Wednesday, June 4 | 10:45-11:20am
Join songwriter and teaching artist Teagan Taylor for “Tunes with Teagan!” This is a music, story, and fun-filled class featuring new and familiar songs, movement and dancing, and awesome stories. It’s time to sing, dance, and read!
Summer at the Library: Kickoff with Bubbles the Silly Entertainer at A&C Super Coffee Shop | Williamsburg
Wednesday, June 4 | 1:00-2:30pm
Join us as we celebrate the start of Summer at the Library: COLOR EVERYWHERE with Bubbles the Silly Entertainer-Elaine Messi. What to expect? Fun activities, storytime, sing along and book giveaways!
What’s Up, Downtown? Juggling at Abolitionist Place | Downtown Brooklyn
Wednesday, June 4 | 3-4pm
Throw some fun into your day with Brooklyn’s favorite juggler, Martin Kalwill. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to up your juggling game, Martin‘s got you covered with tips and tricks. All skill levels welcome and equipment will be provided.
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. 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.
Color Everywhere: Summer at the Library Kickoff Drop-In Event at Park Slope Library | Park Slope
Wednesday, June 4 | 3:30-4:30pm | Ages 5+
It’s time to celebrate the Summer @ The Library at the Park Slope Library! Drop-In to our Summer a the Library kickoff event! Collect your summer reading materials, learn about upcoming programs, and take home a grab and go craft kit. This program is for families with children, tweens, and teens. Craft kits are for youth 5 and up. Supplies are limited. Some craft kits may contain small parts.
Free Kayaking at Pier 4 Beach | Brooklyn Bridge Park
May 28–September 27 | Wednesday and Thursday evenings (5-7pm), Saturdays (10am-4pm) & Family Days on Sundays (12-2:30pm) | Register here in advance!
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s free kayaking program is kicking off on Wednesday, May 28! Participants can enjoy gliding across the East River on Wednesday and Thursday evenings (5-7pm), Saturdays (10am-4pm) with Family Days on Sundays (12-2:30pm) through August. Saturday sessions will go through the end of September. All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers — life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Advance registration is required; make a reservation here. Do not walk-up without a reservation, as they will likely not be able to accommodate you!
THURSDAY
Sing with Suzi in the Park at J.J. Byrne Playground | Park Slope
Thursdays through June 12 | 10-11am | RSVP here
Beloved children’s musician, Suzi Shelton returns for another joyful season of FREE family fun in the heart of Park Slope!
Tot Time at Marsha P. Johnson State Park | Williamsburg
Thursdays | 10-11am | Ages 5 and under | RSVP here
This nature program for ages 5 and under in Marsha P. Johnson State Park is FREE! Supplies are provided on a first come, first serve basis.
Prospect Park Stroller Walk | Prospect Park
Thursdays | 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.
In My Toddler Era Playgroup at Private Picassos | Clinton Hill
Thursdays | 10am-12pm | Ages 1.5–3
Join us once a week for a special toddler play group! For two hours our Studio will be transformed into the perfect play area for your kid, allowing them to explore: mini ball pit, sensory bins, wood blocks, duplos, magna tiles, coloring stations, and an assortment of board and story books.
Storytime in the Park | Fort Greene Park
Thursdays | 11am
Sing, read, and play with librarians from Walt Whitman Library in Fort Greene Park! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program. For children of all ages and their caregivers. This program will be located at the bottom of the Monument stairs near Myrtle Playground and runs on Thursdays at 11am from May 15-October 16. In case of inclement weather, the program will be held at Walt Whitman Pop-up Library, 240 Nassau Street 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201.
Baby Fingers: A Musical Journey through Language and Learning at Clinton Hill Library | Clinton Hill
Thursday, June 5 | 11:00-11:30am
Learn new songs and sing your favorites as you learn signs from ASL to support language development, self-expression, and bilingualism. See the research come to life, as music and sign language both aid in the development of language and literacy; these classes are designed for babies and toddlers who are hearing and Deaf, with and without special needs. Give the gift of communication and bond with your baby at Baby Fingers. Come sing & sign with us!
Nature Exploration: Pollinator Month | Prospect Park
Thursday, June 5 @ 12-4pm | Friday, June 6 @ 12-4pm | Saturday, June 7 @ 10am-1pm | Sunday, June 8 | 10am-1pm
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation as we explore the question, “What is a pollinator?” with park Naturalists. Join for the following programs:
- Butterfly Watch | Learn about common butterflies in NYC, their life cycle and how they help plants thrive in Brooklyn’s Backyard and beyond.
- Animal Encounter | Join Alliance Naturalists in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 2 pm.
- Nature on the Go | Join an Alliance Naturalist for Nature on the Go activities to explore the park and learn about the nature around us.
Summer at the Library Kick-Off! at Williamsburgh Library | Williamsburg
Thursday, June 5 | 12-5pm
Kick-off your Summer at the Library at Williamsburgh Library! We will have an afternoon of music, crafts, books, and fun! We will have free book giveaways and more! Come early, giveaways will begin at 11:30am.
Summer Reading Kickoff at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Thursday, June 5 | 2-5pm
Join us at Adams Street for our Summer @ BPL kickoff!! We will have snacks, music, giveaways and a kid’s craft!
Community Access Thursdays at Brooklyn Children’s Museum | Crown Heights
Thursdays | 2-5pm | Reserve here
Join us during Community Access Thursdays, every Thursday afternoon from 2-5pm! Explore some of our most-loved exhibits, including toddler-favorite Totally Tots, the miniature shops of World Brooklyn, our NEST kids’ climber, and more. Then check out ColorLab, our family art studio located on the 2nd floor of the Museum, where artists of all ages can explore, make, and celebrate art. Plus, enjoy Animal Encounters, where animal maintainers bring out BCM’s live animals including turtles, lizards, snakes, and more. This program repeats twice, first from 3:00-3:20 pm and again from 3:45-4:05 pm.
Drag Story Hour at Brooklyn Children’s Museum | Crown Heights
Thursday, June 5 | 3:00-3:45pm | RSVP here
Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride month with Drag Story Hour at Brooklyn Children’s Museum! Join BCM for a storytelling session that celebrates the uniqueness of all kids and families. Drag Story Hour NYC programs celebrate gender diversity and all forms of difference to build empathy and give kids the confidence to express themselves however they feel comfortable.
Summer at the Library Kickoff: Stories with ALEXANDER at Central Library | Prospect Heights
Thursday, June 5 | 3-4pm | Ages 5-12
Join us for dynamic storytelling from Alexander! Worlds collide when this actor-singer-dancer-writer engages audiences. When Alexander tells a story you’ll shake, laugh, swing and sing. Prepare to be moved! For families and children ages 5 to 12.
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Thursdays & Fridays @ 3-5pm | Saturdays @ 1-5pm
Visit the Environmental Education Center for Open Hours. Open Hours offer the opportunity for self-led investigation with guidance by expert educators to reveal the hidden stories found within and around Brooklyn Bridge Park. Explore our critter and fish tanks, a 10′ model of the Park, and enjoy custom arts, crafts, and reading materials which rotate on a monthly basis.
After School Movie: Lightyear at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Thursday, June 5 | 3:30-5:00pm | Ages 5+
After School Movie at Brooklyn Heights Library! For kids ages 5 and up. This week’s movie: “Lightyear” (2022). PG. Run time: 1 hour and 45 minutes. No registration required; attendance limited by room capacity.
Story Time at Fontainhas | DUMBO
Thursdays | 4:30-5:30pm
Come to Fontainhas every Thursday at 4:30pm for a free story time and singing! Open to all. Bring your little ones for a fun story, enjoy a glass of chai or wine, and meet other parents!
Summer Reading at The Library with Calpulli Community at Brower Park | Crown Heights
Thursday, June 5 | 5-6pm
Come join us to celebrate Summer Reading at the Library with Calpulli Community! Calpulli Mexican Dance Company’s mission is to celebrate the rich diversity of Mexican and Mexican-American cultural heritage through dance-based programming. Join us for a festive celebration of Mexican dance and music! This event will be held in Brower Park in the Shirley Chisholm Circle.
FRIDAY
Summer at the Library Kickoff with Rolie Polie Guacamole at Coney Island Library | Coney Island
Friday, June 6 | 2-3pm
“Brooklyn’s kindie titans Rolie Polie Guacamole, have been perfecting their show over the last decade scooping up several Parents’ Choice awards along the way. Their shows incorporate fun, fresh and smart lyrics in a style appealing to kids and adults alike. They encourage the audience to get up and move with a high energy show that will rock your guac off!” The “Summer at the Library” incentive distribution will include reading trackers, mood pencils, lanyards, baseball caps, craft tote bags plus more!
Library Lab: Make Your Own Kaleidoscope at Brooklyn Heights Library | Brooklyn Heights
Friday, June 6 | 3:30-4:30pm | Ages 6-12
Library Lab is a brand new monthly program at the Brooklyn Heights Library where we will explore topics in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. During this fun, free program, we will do an experiment or project related to a STEAM concept that will spark curiosity! This week we will be learning about the science behind kaleidoscopes and making our own to take home! For ages 6-12. No registration necessary.
LGBTQ+ Teen Night at Brooklyn Museum | Prospect Heights
Friday, June 6 | 5:00-7:30pm | Ages 14-19 | Register here
Celebrate art, queer activism, identity, and allyship in our 12th annual LGBTQ+ Teen Night! Created by and for teens, the evening will be full of art-making, performances, and much more. Free; registration is encouraged. Open to all LGBTQ+ teens and their allies ages 14–19.
June Movie Nights at Von King: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 at Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center | Bed-Stuy
Friday, June 6 | 6:00-7:30pm
Come enjoy a movie night at Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center on the weekends
this June! All are welcome to these FREE viewings of popular cinema! The film being shown will be Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
Kick off Pride with a panel celebrating YA/New Adult stories and authors, featuring Carlyn Greenwald (Murder Land), Christina Li (True Love & Other Impossible Odds), Page Powars (And They Were Roommates), and Joelle Wellington (The Blonde Dies First)! All ticket proceeds will be donated to the Sylvia Rivera Law Project.
New York Philharmonic Concert in the Park | Prospect Park
Friday, June 6 | 8-10pm
Join us in Brooklyn! The New York Philharmonic’s Concerts in the Parks, Presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer, come to Prospect Park on Friday, June 6 at 8PM — with Gustavo Dudamel conducting for the very first time in this iconic outdoor series!
SATURDAY
Serve at Community Food Pantry | Boerum Hill
Saturdays | 8-11am | Ages 8+ | All children must be accompanied by an adult
On Saturday mornings, volunteers are needed to serve at the Community food pantry which provides quality food to restore health and dignity for families in need. Volunteers help distribute grocery items to guests from the community. Special translator request: Please notify organizers when you serve if you know Mandarin or Cantonese and would be willing to help translate for guests on Saturday mornings.
Outdoor Afro Community Birding Tour: Lullwater Trail | Prospect Park
Saturday, June 7 | 9:30-11:30am | RSVP here
Celebrate National Trails Day with Prospect Park Alliance and Outdoor Afro, an organization that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature, for a community birding tour for the BIPOC community. Explore the Lullwater Trail, one of five freshly formalized scenic trails. Observe various bird species and connect with your local community in a shared appreciation for nature and wildlife. The walk will begin at the Prospect Park Audubon Center at the Boathouse, the nation’s first urban-area Audubon Center. The event will be entirely outdoors. Please dress accordingly for the weather.
Community Science Seining | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, June 7 | 10am-12pm | All ages | Register here
Discover the East River’s amazing biodiversity as our trained staff, volunteers and marine biologists use a seine net to humanely catch-and-release organisms, including fish, jellyfish, crabs, and more! Learn how these organisms contribute to the estuary, what they tell us about the river’s health and how our educators use the information collected about these organisms to contribute to community science efforts across New York state. All ages are welcome at this free event! Registering in advance is not required but highly recommended to expedite your participation and to receive reminders and last minute cancellation information in the event there’s inclement weather.
Free Children’s Events at Dekalb Market Hall | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturdays & Sundays | 10am-12pm
Come downstairs for weekly complimentary entertainment for your little ones to enjoy. Experience the art of balloon twisting, magic shows, face painting and so much more. Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse.
Introduction to Birdwatching Outings | Prospect Park
Saturdays | 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. Note: There may be steps, slight inclines, and grass and dirt paths with exposed roots. We will cover approximately 1.5-2 miles.
International Children’s Day Free Open Studio at ARTUDIO | Greenpoint
Saturday, June 7 | 10am-1pm
International Children’s Day is probably the most important day of the year for us! To celebrate all the amazing children, we’re hosting a free Open Studio session on Saturday, June 7th as well as Art in McGolrick Park on June 8th!
K–5 Poetry Workshop at Poetry Society of America | Boerum Hill
Saturday, June 7 | 10:30-11:15am | $5 | Register here
Join us at the Poetry Society for a Saturday poetry workshop geared toward children grades K–5 designed by teaching poet Asiya Wadud and led by a cohort of experienced K–5 educators. Asiya Wadud teaches poetry at Saint Ann’s School, Columbia University, and Pacific Northwest College of Art. She is the author of several poetry collections, most recently Mandible Wishbone Solvent (University of Chicago Press). Her recent work appears in e-flux journal, BOMB magazine, Triple Canopy, POETRY, Yale Review and elsewhere. Asiya’s work has been supported by the Foundation Jan Michalski, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, Danspace Project, Finnish Cultural Institute of New York, Rosendal Theater Norway, and Kunstenfestivaldesarts among others. She lives in New York.
PS 456 Spring Festival | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturday, June 7 | 11am-2pm | RSVP here
Join the new PS 456 Elizabeth Jennings School for Bold Explorers community to celebrate the season with its inaugural SPRING FEST, a joyful afternoon of music, food, workshops, and best of all, connection. This is more than just a festival; it’s a chance to gather as families, friends, and a community to nurture whole wellness in our children and ourselves. Featuring kids’ dance party and yoga, local musicians, face painting, tie-dying, gardening, and more!
NYC Lavender Festival | Governors Island
Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8 | 11am-5pm | Ages 12+
The annual NYC Lavender Festival offers two days of tours, demonstrations, maker workshops, harvesting opportunities and fun family activities at the Lavender Field on Governors Island — a healing space for community, bees and the earth, and the only lavender field in New York City! Best for ages 12+. Younger children are welcome in the field, but cannot use harvesting tools.
Pop-Up Audubon I at Nellie’s Lawn | Prospect Park
Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8 | 12-4pm
Join us at Nellie’s Lawn to explore the wonders of nature with Alliance Naturalists. We will discuss the role of pollinators and their importance to our ecosystem.
- Play + Go | 12-4pm | Pop-Up Audubon Play and Go Kits feature a range of fun nature activities, games, puzzles, drawing exercises, find-me cards and much more. Families and children can enjoy nature on their own as they explore and learn more about the park.
- Butterfly Craft | 1-3pm | For those who love crafts, we have a take-home butterfly-making craft. This activity is perfect for children and the young at heart and will help fine-tune your motor skills.
- Nature on the Go | 3-4 pm | Join an Alliance Naturalist on an engaging and educational nature walk around the Vale, one of many thriving pollinator habitats in Prospect Park. It’s a great opportunity for families to explore and learn about the wonders of nature.
Pop-Up Audubon II at Ocean Avenue Entrance | Prospect Park
Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8 | 12-4pm
Join us near the Ocean Avenue Entrance to explore the wonders of nature with Alliance Naturalists. We will discuss the role of pollinators and their importance to our ecosystem.
- Play + Go | 12-4pm | Pop-Up Audubon Play and Go Kits feature a range of fun nature activities, games, puzzles, drawing exercises, find-me cards and much more. Families and children can enjoy nature on their own as they explore and learn more about the park.
- Paper Flower Making | 1-3pm | For those who love crafts, we have a Paper Flower making craft. This activity is perfect for children and the young at heart and will help fine-tune your motor skills.
- Nature on the Go | 3-4 pm | Join an Alliance Naturalist on an engaging and educational nature walk around the Vale, one of many thriving pollinator habitats in Prospect Park. It’s a great opportunity for families to explore and learn about the wonders of nature.
All Fungi Art Exhibition | Red Hook
Saturday, June 7 | 12-7pm
Step into the mysterious world of fungi through art. Join us for the opening reception of FUNGI, an international multimedia art show exploring the weird, wild, and wonderful world of mushrooms and mycelium. From sculpture and painting to sound art, video, and live performance, discover 80+ fungi artists that blur the line between art and biology. Have a look at our artist lineup here.
What to Expect:
- Interactive & immersive fungal-inspired artworks
- Live performances & installations
- New York’s first All mushroom cafe popup
- Creative workshops and more
- Full day of activities
- Food and drinks available
- Meet the artists and community organizers
- A vibrant mash-up of mycology, psychedelia, and the arts
Brooklyn Comic Con 2025 | Crown Heights
Saturday, June 7 @ 12-8pm | Sunday, June 8 @ 12-7pm
A convention like no other. Join us for a one-of-a-kind show that focuses on the guest experience, and a vibrant local community of comics, artists, vendors, food trucks, music, gaming, and much much more! We just had an explosive Year 5 and we are now gearing up for Year VI this coming June 2025!
Photoville Festival | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, June 7 @ 12-9pm | Sunday, June 8 @ 12-6pm
Photoville returns to Brooklyn Bridge Park on June 7-22 with its signature photography exhibits displayed in shipping containers and open-air exhibitions at Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, as well as across all 5 boroughs of NYC. Join for walking tours, panels, workshops, and public programming throughout the festival duration. The Opening Weekend celebration, held June 7 & 8, will feature special programs, including an opening night event with Catchlight and the Chris Hondros Fund. Learn more here!
Vanderbilt Open Streets | Prospect Heights
Saturdays | 12-10pm
Vanderbilt Open Streets offers free programs for the whole family on car-free streets in Prospect Heights! Stay tuned here to see this weekend’s lineup of family-friendly programming.
Saturday Storytime + Craft: Mindfulness & Make Your Own Stuffed Animal at Adams Street Library | DUMBO
Saturday, June 7 | 1:00-1:45pm | Registration required
Join us for a special Saturday story time about mindfulness and then get to make your own stuffed animal! All ages welcomed! Registration required because supplies are limited. Registration opens 48 hours in advanced on Thursday June 5th at 1:00 PM.
Selina Alko: Meet the Author/Illustrator at Center for Brooklyn History | Brooklyn Heights
Saturday, June 7 | 1:00-2:30pm | Ages 5-10
Award-winning author-illustrator Selina Alko brings her vibrant celebration of urban culture to life in this interactive program. Participants will learn about Selina’s creative journey, enjoy a reading of her beloved picture book “B Is for Brooklyn,” and participate in a Q&A session. The highlight is a hands-on art workshop where children create personalized neighborhood alphabet accordion books, capturing what makes their own communities special through letters, illustrations, and words. This program celebrates diversity, community, and the power of creative expression. Copies of “B Is for Brooklyn” will be available for purchase at the event, and Selina will personally sign all purchased books. Appropriate for children ages 5-10.
Bargemusic at The Boathouse at Pier 5 | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturdays & Sundays | Performances at 2pm & 4pm
After presenting concerts for nearly 50 years in a floating concert hall at Pier 1, Bargemusic has relocated their chamber music concerts to the Boathouse at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 5. All concerts are free!
Saturdays | 2-10pm
Park Slope Open Streets on 5th Avenue from Union to 4th Street offers family-friendly programming and music every Saturday from May to October (excluding August). Join on Saturday, June 7 for open streets from 2-10pm and more exciting programming:
Free Kids Music Workshop at Lincoln Road Playground | Prospect Park
Saturday, June 7 | 4:30-5:15pm | Ages 2-5
Join us for a FREE Music Class led by Jonathon Harris! Jonathon will lead children in play through music, so get ready to move and sing. Great for families with children 2-5 years old. Pack a water bottle & blanket!
First Saturday: Star-Makers at the Brooklyn Museum | Prospect Heights
Saturday, June 7 | 5-10pm | Register here
Join us for a lineup of trailblazing queer artists who shine across mediums, from film and music to drag and visual art. Inspired by Oscar yi Hou’s The Arm Wrestle of Chip & Spike; aka: Star-Makers, June’s First Saturday celebrates luminaries who forge constellations of connection among queer Brooklynites. Enjoy music, art-making, performances, and so much more. This program is free; registration is required and includes Museum general admission. See the full schedule of events here.
SUNDAY
Family Fun Day at Sunset Park Recreation Center | Sunset Park
Sundays | 10am-12pm
Looking for a creative and colorful way to spend the weekend with your family? Join every weekend for some family-friendly arts & crafts at the Sunset Park Recreation Center.
Books Are Magic Storytime with Nina Crews: Big Family Beach Day | Brooklyn Heights
Sunday, June 8 | 11:00-11:30am | RSVP here
An extended family enjoys a day at the beach in this intergenerational tribute to family, friendship, new experiences, and summertime fun by the acclaimed author-artist Nina Crews.
DUMBO Family Games | DUMBO
Sunday, June 8 | 11am-1pm | RSVP here
Sunday Family Games on car-free Washington Street are back for the season and a great way to play, meet neighbors and enjoy an epic view! Free Legos, crafts and a rotating roster of activities for kiddos aged 1 to 6 every Sunday from 11am to 1pm until the end of June and then again in September and October (weather permitting). Curated by Team DUMBO x Brooklyn Bridge Parents and supported by Leaf Medical & Leaf Dental in DUMBO.
GayRidge Pride 2025 at Owl’s Head Park | Bay Ridge
Sunday, June 8 | 12-5pm
Keep South Brooklyn queer by marking your calendars for our 4th annual GayRidge Pride on June 8th, the second Sunday in June. Let’s come together to uplift, celebrate, and honor our beautiful LGBTQIA+ community. Bring your friends, your family, your pets, and your pride! Look forward to: a live DJ, amazing drag performances from local drag artists, live music, a queer pet march, and more!
FAD Market on Montague Open Streets | Brooklyn Heights
Sunday, June 8 | 12-6pm
On June 8, the FAD Market, a curated roving fashion, art, and design marketplace, will been Montague Street! Montague Street will be closed to car traffic between Clinton and Hicks Streets from 10am-7pm, with the market and other activities from 12-6pm.
- FAD Market | 12-6pm | FAD Market returns to Montague Street for a one-day pop up bringing over 50 local independent makers, designers, and small businesses to Montague Street. Shoppers can explore handmade jewelry, home décor, artisanal treats, and more.
- Chama Mama’s Lemonade Stand | 12-5pm | Cool off with a glass of Chama Mama’s signature homemade seasonal lemonade – it’s a street-side sensation – and food samples. Get a taste of why they are the best Georgian restaurant in the city.
- Books Are Magic Merch Mart | 12-5pm | For one day only, Books Are Magic is bringing back vintage and deadstock merch for you to purchase! Limited edition t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and maybe even a pair of shorts or two—stop by the Merch Mart in front of the store to snag your exclusive swag.
- Sip Spot | 12-5pm | Back by popular demand, The Sip Spot pop up returns to Montague Open Streets. Grab food and drinks from Montague Street businesses and enjoy this adults only outdoor space.
Second Sundays: June 2025 at Pioneer Works | Red Hook
Sunday, June 8 | 12-6pm | RSVP here
Since 2013, Pioneer Works has hosted Second Sundays, a free monthly open house. Highlighting our programs, artists-in-residence, and Red Hook community members, Second Sundays features open studios, exhibitions, workshops, live music, and food—with programming across all three floors and in our garden. Check here for the full lineup of events!
Sunday Storytime at PowerHouse | Industry City
Sundays | 1:00-1:30pm
Join your friends at Powerhouse Books on Sundays at 1pm for storytime!
Knickerbocker Puerto Rican Parade | Bushwick
Sunday, June 8 | 3pm
Join the vibrant celebration of Puerto Rican culture at the Knickerbocker Puerto Rican Parade in Bushwick! Kicking off at 3pm on Sunday, June 8 at 3 PM, the parade marches down Knickerbocker Avenue.
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Updated: May 31, 2025. Main Photo: Photoville Festival in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
