Things For Kids To Do In Southern Brooklyn: Halloween Parade, Pumpkin Fest, Letter People
Looking for something to do with the whole family this week? There are a lot of great kid-friendly events coming up in Brooklyn, and we’ve selected some of our favorites. See the full details below!
For more things to do around Brooklyn, and to add your own upcoming event, check out our calendar.
Babies & Books
When: Wednesday, October 21, 1pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue, Sheepshead Bay
What: Get your very little one loving books early! They’ll hear stories and learn fun songs and rhymes, and you’ll meet other local families.
How Much: Free, but registration is required — call the branch at 718-375-3037 for more info.
Read For The Record: Not Norman
When: Thursday, October 22, 11am
Where: New Utrecht Library, 1743 86th Street, Bensonhurst
What: Be part of a record-breaking effort as libraries around the area (there are also events at the Kings Highway branch and the Coney Island branch) attempt to get the most people reading the same book on the same day! Plus, after the story, kids will get to do a craft.
How Much: Free!
Chess Workshop
When: Friday, October 23, 3:30pm
Where: New Utrecht Library, 1743 86th Street, Bensonhurst
What: Know a kid who’s curious about chess? Here’s a chance for them to learn how to play from a grand master.
How Much: Free!
6th Annual Coney Island Children’s Halloween Parade
When: Saturday, October 24, 10am
Where: Surf Avenue at Stillwell Avenue, Coney Island
What: All kids 15 and under are welcome to march in the parade (the first 1,500 registered participants receive a two-hour Luna Park unlimited ride wristband and a goodie bag!) and compete in the costume contest — hand-made Coney Island themed costumes are encouraged — with prizes for the winners. Print out and bring along this registration form!
How Much: Free!
Halloween Harvest
When: Saturdays & Sundays through November 1, opens at 12pm
Where: Luna Park, 1000 Surf Avenue, Coney Island
What: Celebrate the seasons with storytelling, pumpkin picking, balloon art, crafts, s’mores, a doggie costume parade, karaoke, and more.
How Much: Free!
Pumpkin Fest
When: Sunday, October 25, 12-4pm
Where: American Veterans Memorial Pier, Bay Ridge Ave at Shore Road, Bay Ridge
What: Show off your Halloween costume in a parade (starting at 2pm), and maybe you’ll win a prize for the best and most outrageous get-up. Additional activities include pumpkin decorating, ghost ship storytelling, hands-on maritime skills (knot-tying!) offered by Urban Park Rangers, and live music.
How Much: Free!
The Letter People
When: Tuesday, October 27, 11am-1pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street
What: Kids up to age five are invited to sing and learn about the Letter People.
How Much: Free!
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