This Week’s Kid Friendly Events
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.
Free Kids Roller Skating
When: Wednesday, August 19, 2pm
Where: LeFrak Center at Lakeside, Prospect Park
What: Grab a skate rental for $6 and skate your heart out with free admission to the rink.
How Much: Free rink admission, $6 skate rental.
Little Feet Wise Heart Yoga
When: Wednesday, August 19, 4-4:45pm
Where: Lark Cafe, 1007 Church Avenue, Ditmas Park
What: Yoga and storytime come together at this fun class created for kids ages two years and up.
How much: $15 per child, $10 for siblings.
Superhero Ice Cream Social
When: Thursday, August 20, 3-5pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Ave, Park Slope
What: Celebrate the end of summer with games, art, and — oh boy, oh boy — ice cream!
How Much: Free!
Story Time: The Day the Crayons Came Home
When: Saturday, August 22, 11am
Where: Greenlight Bookstore, 686 Fulton Street, Fort Greene
What: Kids will create crafts related to the book, The Day the Crayons Came Home.
How Much: Free!
Free Public Rowing
When: Saturday, August 22, 12-4pm
Where: Prospect Park’s Wellhouse Boat Ramp
What: It’s your last chance this summer to check out Prospect Park Lake by rowboat! The Prospect Park Alliance and Village Community Boathouse have again teamed up to offer the free public rowing on Saturdays, so get out on the water while you can.
How Much: Free!
The Black And Gold Marching Elite
When: Saturday, August 22, 4pm
Where: Greenwood Playground, Fort Hamilton Parkway & E 5th Street, Kensington
What: March along to the playground with The Black and Gold Marching Elite.
How Much: Free!
Park Slope Summer Strolls
When: Saturday, August 22, 5-9pm
Where: 5th Avenue from Dean-Sterling Street, Park Slope
What: The road is closed to traffic and open to families looking for fun — including street chess, face painting, a rock climbing wall, a bouncy house, dancing in the street, live music, a photo booth, juggling, mini golf, vintage cars, and more.
How Much: Free!
Stomp, Clap, And Sing With FunikiJam
When: Tuesday, August 25, 11am
Where: Brooklyn Central Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: It’s all about getting the kids involved in this fun, interactive performance by Funkijam, who span the world in a musical adventure. Plus, if the weather is nice, it’s held outside on the plaza.
How Much: Free!