Free Kid and Family Activities in NYC: 10 Free Things to Do This Week
We always feature great family events on New York Family, and you can also find many more on our calendar of events. In addition, each week we also share ten things you can do for FREE for the week ahead throughout the five boroughs. Scroll down to plan your week!
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Free Family Events for the Week of 8/13-8/19
Summer Kids: Yogi Beans Children’s Yoga Little yogis are invited to explore the mind-body-heart foundations of yoga. Bend, stretch, and pose as a family! Wednesday, August 13, 10 – 11 am. Ages 8 and younger. Hunter’s Point South Park, Center Blvd., Queens
Teen Summer 2025 Celebration at the Park All are invited to join in celebrating the culmination of The Bronx Museum’s Teen Summer 2025 program with fun activities designed and led by the teens themselves! Thursday, August, 14, 2 – 4 pm. All ages. Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park South Playground, E 164th St &, River Ave., Bronx
Silent Disco Party Slip on a set of wireless headphones and groove to your own beat at this fun dance party! Tune in to the channel of your choice and enjoy amazing music curated to a specific genre. Friday, August 15, 4 – 7 pm. All ages. Herbert Von King Park, South Terrace on Greene Ave, bet. Marcy Ave. & Tompkins Ave., Brooklyn
2nd Annual Bronx Bookworm Book Festival Enjoy special readings by authors and illustrators, along with illustration demonstration, brief discussion about the creation of a book, and an interactive activity. Saturday, Aug. 16, noon – 4 pm. Ages 8 and younger. Morrison Plaza, Harrod Place, Bronx
Wow Party Presents… Bubble Show! This mesmerizing experience combines science, art and entertainment with giant bubbles, bubble sculptures and interactive activities that will delight audiences of all ages. Saturday, August 16, 2 pm. All ages. Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library, 2550 Victory Blvd., Staten Island
India Day Parade Honor the culture and heritage of India at the largest celebration outside of India. The parade features over 50 marching bands and over 40 colorful floats showcasing an exuberance of pageantry displays, each meticulously crafted in accordance with its respective theme, serving as a representation of the prosperous culture and historical legacy of India. Sunday, August 17, noon. All ages. Parade begins at E 40th St. and Madison Ave., Manhattan
One Crown Heights This annual event is a celebration of diversity and unity in the heart of Brooklyn! Dance to live music by local artists, play fun street games, create art, and enjoy food from kosher and non-kosher vendors – plus get free admission to Brooklyn Children’s Museum all day long. Sunday, August 17, noon – 5 pm. All ages. Located in front of the Museum, on St. Marks Ave between Brooklyn Ave and Kingston Ave., Brooklyn
Movies Under the Stars: The Wild Robot Grab a blanket and your favorite snacks for a special screening of this heartwarming film. Monday, August 18, 8:30 – 10:15 pm. All ages. Cunningham Park, Union Turnpike and 196th St., Queens
Summer Finale: Hopalong Andrew the Multicultural Cowpoke Join Hopalong Andrew to honor the multicultural heritage of the American West and celebrate the multicultural America of today — joyfully amplifying historical truths while correcting the pop-cultural record. Monday, August 18. All ages. Great Kills Library, 56 Giffords Lane, Staten Island
StoryTime with Cali Co Cat Cali Co Cat and her carousel pals get you jumpin’ and leapin’ with fun, games and stories to boot! Tuesdays, 10:30 am, through August 26. Ages 2-8. Bryant Park, 6th Ave. between 40th and 42nd St., Manhattan
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