This Week’s Events Picks For Brooklyn Kids

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.

KIDtivity Wednesdays
When: Wednesday, July 29, 11am-4pm
Where: LeFrak Center at Lakeside, Prospect Park
What: Start KIDtivity Wednesday with a fitness class wit PopFit Kids, then stick around for a puppet show by Puppetsburg at 1pm. KIDtivity Wednesday will close out with a cooking class by Creative Kitchen at 4pm for kids, ages 2-5. All classes are free and reservations can be made online.
How Much: Free!

Our Garden Club
When: Wednesday, July 29, 4:30-5:30pm
Where: Central Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Plant seeds, hear gardening stories and sing songs at this weekly garden-themed playtime.
How Much: Free!

A Summer Movie Under The Stars
When: Wednesday, July 29, 7pm
Where: Long Meadow North, Prospect Park
What: Bring your blankets to a free showing of Where the Wild Things Are in Prospect Park, sponsored by Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams.
How Much: Free!

Family Fishing Evening
When: Thursday, July 30, 6-8pm
Where: Audubon Center at the Boathouse, Prospect Park
What: Prospect Park Alliance is hosting an introductory catch-and-release fishing class for families with kids ages 8 and up. All gear and light refreshments will be provided.
How Much: Free!

Free Public Rowing
When: Saturday, August 1, 12-4pm
Where: Prospect Park’s Wellhouse Boat Ramp
What: Check out Prospect Park Lake by rowboat, thanks to the Prospect Park Alliance and Village Community Boathouse — which have again teamed up to offer the free public rowing on Saturdays.
How Much: Free!

Ezra Jack Keats Story Hour
When: Saturday, August 1, 2-3pm
Where: Prospect Park’s Imagination Playground
What: Gather around Peter and Willie, the statue of two beloved Keats characters, for storytelling adventures brought to life by Tammy Hall. Sponsored by the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation.
How Much: Free!

Peter Pan And The Pirates
When: Saturday, August 1, 3pm & 4pm
Where: Prospect Park’s Zucker Natural Exploration Area
What: Eva Dean Dance Company will turn Zucker Natural Exploration Area into Neverland for their presentation of Peter Pan and the Pirates.
How Much: Free!

Explore & Create
When: Wednesday, July 29, 4-5pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street
What: Kids create their own masterpieces at this weekly arts and crafts program.
How Much: Free!

Movies In The Park: A League Of Their Own
When: Wednesday, July 29, 8:30-10:30pm
Where: Dyker Beach Park
What: Catch A League of Their Own at this outdoor screening hosted by the NYC Parks Department.
How Much: Free!

Meet A Local Hero
When: Thursday, July 30, 2-3pm
Where: New Utrecht Library, 1743 86th Street, Bensonhurst
What: Meet the local heros who make everyday safe in the neighborhood.
How Much: Free!

Gary the Great
When: Friday, July 31, 2-3pm
Where: Gravesend Library, 303 Avenue X
What: Magician Gary the Great will amaze with his showcase of tricks.
How Much: Free!

Coney Island Flicks On The Beach: Big Hero 6
When: Monday, August 3, 8:30-10pm
Where: Coney Island Boardwalk, 1001 Boardwalk West
What: Lay out your blanket on the sand and watch Big Hero 6 on a giant, 40-foot inflatable screen.
How Much: Free!

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