What are Cover Crops and Beneficial Insects? Come learn from Kwesi Joseph, an expert in the urban garden community. You'll never garden the same way again!
outdoorFREEWashington Square Park — Northwest Corner Seating Area · Greenwich Village
Led by a local teaching artist, this drop-in class invites participants to explore creativity through hands-on artmaking under the shade of Scrabble Plaza’s trees. Past mediums have included plein-air drawing, printmaking, cyanotypes, and more. All materials are provided by the Washington Square Park Conservancy.
outdoorFREEGravesend Cemetery · Gravesend
It's Open House New York Weekend! The Urban Park Rangers will guide you through this landmarked cemetery that was established by Lady Deborah Moody in 1643 and is home to graves of early settlers and founding families of Brooklyn. Register at Open House New York.
artFREEFantasy Garden · Brownsville
Fantasy Garden welcomes all for an afternoon of free fall festivities in this beloved green space. There will be a limited number of Pumpkins available for painting and additional harvest-themed crafts, like DIY Scarecrows. Come enjoy the garden, connect with neighbors, and learn more about getting involved! While supplies last.
movementFREEJ. Hood Wright Park — Basketball Courts · Washington Heights
Hallowscream Fright Walk Join us for a spooky celebration at J. Hood Wright Park. Wear your best costume and get ready for the scariest party in town in our interactive haunted house! Friday, October 16, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Fright Walk) J. Hood Wright Park | W. 174 St. & Fort Washington Ave. | New York, N.Y. 10033 Know before you go: You can experience our fright walk at any point between the allotted time for the day. For your safety and others', please exercise caution during the fright walk. The HALLOWSCREAM! Fright Walk features frightening images and special effects, sudden movements and jump scares, loud and intense audio, varying light conditions (such as flashing lights and low visibility), and fog in a potentially physically and emotionally demanding environment. Please wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes, and refrain from wearing jewelry. Participants cannot run or touch props and actors. No bags or belongings are allowed inside, so please plan accordingly. Parental discretion and supervision, especially for participants under 13, are highly recommended. Waivers must be signed by an adult. This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information visit nyc.gov/parks or call 212 408-0243.Contact accessibility@parks.nyc.gov or (212) 360-1430 for more information regarding accessibility.
outdoorFREEEast New York Farmers' Market · East New York
East New York Farmers' Market is an open-air farmers market at 620 Schenck Ave, Brooklyn. Hours: Sat 9am-3pm. Season: June 27-November 14. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SNAP/EBT is accepted here. Listed by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (data.ny.gov farmers' market directory).
FREESpring Creek Library · East New York
In this special seven-session reading readiness series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage early learning practices rooted in the Science of Reading. Exploring literacy, science, & math through music, stories, art, & play will help you & your child get ready for school! Families will receive free materials to continue the learning and fun at home. For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Ready, Set, Kindergarten! is a program of BPL’s First Five Years initiative, which is supported by generous funding from the New York City Council as part of the City’s First Readers.
storytimeFREENew Lots Library · East New York
At the New Lots Branch Library, enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for babies, birth to 18 months and their participating caregivers.
storytimeFREESpring Creek, Meeting Room · East New York
This fall, join us for Storytime! Enjoy 45 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, movement activities, and a craft. Celebrate literacy and learning while getting an opportunity to meet new friends and connect with other parents and/or caregivers! For children ages 0-5 and their parents and/or caregivers.