Kids Shows and Theater in Queens
16 upcoming kids shows and theater listings in Queens spread across 9 distinct venues, mostly Queens Public Library branches with a few independent programs like Rising Stars Music School and NJSDA at St. John's Episcopal Church. Listings cluster in Far Rockaway, Astoria, and Maspeth, with additional activity in Cambria Heights, Flushing, and Corona. 15 of the 16 listings are free, with the typical paid listing falling in the lower price range, and the age spans covered range from infants up to 18 years old. Each studio below links to its full schedule.
13 top picks 26 freeUpdated August 28, 2026 · Queens
The 13 best right now
Ranked by how much they have on the calendar and how complete their listings are — never by anyone paying us.
1
Sunnyside Community Services
Sunnyside·Free
Weekday classes
2
QPL Far Rockaway Branch
Far Rockaway·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
3Rising Stars Music School
Maspeth·Free
Weekend sessions
4
QPL Flushing Branch
Flushing·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday & weekend classes
5
Athletic Courts
Long Island City·Free
Weekday classes
6
QPL Cambria Heights Branch
Cambria Heights·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekend sessions
7Loupakis Athletic Center
Astoria·$65
Weekend sessions
8
NJSDA at St. John's Episcopal Church
Woodside·Ages 5–18·Free
Weekend sessions
9
QPL Broadway Branch
Astoria·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
10
QPL Corona Branch
Corona·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
11
QPL Maspeth Branch
Maspeth·Ages 0–5·Free
Weekday classes
12
Flushing Town Hall
Flushing·$15
Weekday classes
13
Idlewild Environmental Center
Springfield Gardens·Free
Weekend sessions
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Frequently asked
What ages are kids shows and theater programs in Queens for?
Listings on this page run for ages 18 months through 12 years, with many shows flagged for ages 2+. Each one carries its own age band, so you can check the fit before you book.
How much do kids shows and theater programs cost in Queens?
Prices are free library and park performances through about $60 a seat for ticketed theater. Free listings are flagged on every card.
Do I need to register in advance?
Ticketed shows sell out well in advance; free library and park performances are usually first-come, first-served.
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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.