Free Story Times for Kids in Queens
This guide lists 38 upcoming story time sessions across 21 distinct venues in Queens, and while most are Queens Public Library branches, the lineup also includes a few other spaces. Flushing carries the most listings with 8 upcoming sessions, followed by Jamaica with 6, Richmond Hill with 4, and Little Neck with 3, with additional sessions scattered through Astoria, Far Rockaway, and other neighborhoods. 34 of the 38 listings are completely free, and the age span covered by these venues ranges from 0 months to 5 years. Each venue below links directly to its full schedule of story time offerings.
20 top picks 38 freeUpdated August 28, 2026 · Queens
The 20 best right now
Ranked by how much they have on the calendar and how complete their listings are — never by anyone paying us.
1
QPL East Flushing Branch
Flushing·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday & weekend classes
2
QPL North Hills Branch
Little Neck·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
3
QPL Richmond Hill Branch
Richmond Hill·Ages 0–5·Free
Drop-in play
4
QPL Hillcrest Branch
Fresh Meadows·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
5
QPL South Jamaica Branch
Jamaica·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday & weekend classes
6
QPL Auburndale Branch
Flushing·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
7
QPL Corona Branch
Corona·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
8
QPL Far Rockaway Branch
Far Rockaway·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday & weekend classes
9
QPL Long Island City Branch
Long Island City·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
10
QPL Maspeth Branch
Maspeth·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
11
QPL Pomonok Branch
Flushing·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
12
QPL Poppenhusen Branch
College Point·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
13
QPL Sunnyside Branch
Sunnyside·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
14Making Strides Learning Center
Astoria·Free
Weekend sessions
15
Bushwick High School
Jamaica·Ages 6–17·$113
Weekday classes
16
Jamaica High School
Jamaica·Ages 6–17·$180
Weekday classes
17
James Madison High School
Jamaica·Ages 6–17·$180
Weekend sessions
18
QPL Bay Terrace Branch
Bayside·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
19
QPL Broadway Branch
Astoria·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
20
QPL Cambria Heights Branch
Cambria Heights·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekend sessions
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Frequently asked
What ages are storytime sessions for in Queens?
Most storytime sessions in Queens run for ages infants through 5 years (most sessions are split by age band). Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
How much do storytime sessions cost in Queens?
Prices in Queens range from almost always free — most sessions are run by NYC public libraries. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Do I need to register in advance for storytime sessions?
Most studio-run storytime sessions require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park storytime programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.
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Listings come from studio, library, museum and NYC Parks schedules we re-check on a schedule. Prices and age bands are whatever the provider publishes — always confirm on their own registration page before you go.