Join us at Bay 84th Street Community Garden as we are planting native plants around the garden. Plants are provided by Plant by Plant and all are welcome!
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.
FREEQPL Peninsula Branch · Rockaway Beach
Join us for an afternoon of coloring! This free drop-in session at QPL Peninsula Branch offers crayons and paper for children ages 0–5, with no registration required.
FREEQPL Peninsula Branch · Rockaway Beach
Join us for fun stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers ages 13-35 months! Full and active participation of accompanying caregivers is encouraged.
FREEQPL Peninsula Branch · Rockaway Beach
9/16 – Back-to-School: Tie-Dye Pencil Bag; 9/23 – Back-to-School: Book Portrait Collage; 9/30 – Fall Leaf Critters; 10/14 – Spooky Paper Lantern; 10/21 – Scary Glow-in-the-Dark Keychain; 10/28 – Monster Mash: Create Your Monster with Model Magic; 11/25 – Giving Thanks: Clay Turkey; 12/2 – Holiday Cards; 12/9 – Holiday Decorations ***10/7 - Yarn Rock Monster Puppets craft - is cancelled for today.
FREEQPL Peninsula Branch · Rockaway Beach
Teddy Bear Clinics help to ease a child's anxiety and give them an extra boost of confidence when visiting doctor's offices and hospitals. The children will simulate a typical check-up on their own teddy bear that they bring with them to the class. This Teddy Bear Clinic will also feature an interactive Storytime and Workshop for children and their caregiver(s).