Free Kids Events in The Bronx This Weekend

October 24–25, 2026 · 17 free events

This weekend's Bronx list focuses on free, practical options for families, from archery and fishing lessons to art projects and a park clean-up. Picks are spread across Crotona Park East, Riverdale, Morris Park, Grand Concourse, Melrose, Van Cortlandt Park, and Co-op City. Each event is free, and a few note registration or first-come supplies, so check those details before heading out.

Top Picks

1Top Pick
Magnetic Archery and Foam Axe ThrowingFREE

Magnetic Archery and Foam Axe Throwing

Crotona Nature Center · Crotona Park East

Our free archery class is a bullseye! Learn the art of archery with free lessons taught by our expert Urban Park Rangers. This program uses safe equipment with magnetic arrows and targets. All equipme

Ages 5+

This free archery and foam axe throwing session at Crotona Nature Center uses magnetic arrows and targets for safe, beginner-friendly practice led by Urban Park Rangers. It suits kids ages 5 and up looking for a hands-on activity on Saturday afternoon.

2Top Pick
Beginner FishingFREE

Beginner Fishing

Crotona Nature Center · Crotona Park East

Want to go fishing but don’t know how or where to start? Join our Urban Park Rangers for free lessons! Learn how to properly use a fishing rod or cast a net. Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics o

Ages 8+

A free Sunday fishing lesson at Crotona Nature Center where Urban Park Rangers teach rod use and net casting. Best for kids 8 and older who want to learn a practical outdoor skill.

3Top Pick
Family Art Project: Web WeaversFREE

Family Art Project: Web Weavers

Wave Hill · Riverdale

Where have you spotted spiders recently? In the garden or the house, spiders are helpful creatures. We'll weave webs to create hanging mobiles while learning about our arachnid allies. Registration n

All ages

This free family art project at Wave Hill in Riverdale has participants weave spider webs into hanging mobiles while learning about arachnids. It is a calm, craft-based option for all ages on Saturday morning, though registration is noted.

4Top Pick
Nature Exploration and RestorationoutdoorFREE

Nature Exploration and Restoration

Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park · Spuyten Duyvil

Join the Urban Park Rangers to walk along the newly opened trails of Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park, recently restored by hundreds of volunteers and stewards. The 6.6 acre park features a trail that l

Urban Park Rangers lead a free Saturday morning walk along newly opened trails at Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park, a 6.6-acre site restored by volunteers. This fits families interested in light hiking and local conservation.

5Top Pick
Spooktacular FiestaFREE

Spooktacular Fiesta

Loreto Playground · Morris Park

Join NYC Parks and Council Member Shirley Aldebol at Loreto Playground for a spooktacular fiesta! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy a day of games, seasonal crafts, family fun, and mo

A free Saturday afternoon event at Loreto Playground in Morris Park with games, seasonal crafts, and family activities hosted by NYC Parks and Council Member Shirley Aldebol. It offers a straightforward drop-in option for younger children.

6Top Pick
Family Art Project: Web WeaversFREE

Family Art Project: Web Weavers

Wave Hill · Riverdale

Where have you spotted spiders recently? In the garden or the house, spiders are helpful creatures. We'll weave webs to create hanging mobiles while learning about our arachnid allies. Registration n

All ages

The Sunday edition of Wave Hill's free Family Art Project in Riverdale repeats the web-weaving mobile craft about spiders. It is a practical weekend art option for families who prefer Sunday and can register in advance.

7Top Pick
Park Clean Up at Rev. Wendell Foster ParkoutdoorFREE

Park Clean Up at Rev. Wendell Foster Park

Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park and Recreation Center — Dolphin Fountain · Grand Concourse

Show Rev. Wendell T. Foster Park Your Love! Join in to clean up and Green Up your park! Special guests: Meet horses Dakota & Teddy from the Bronx Mounted Unit!!! Gloves & tools will be provided. No

This free Sunday park clean-up at Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park in Grand Concourse includes gloves, tools, and a visit from Bronx Mounted Unit horses Dakota and Teddy. It is a good fit for kids who want a service activity with an animal meet-and-greet.

8Top Pick
Pumpkin PaintingartFREE

Pumpkin Painting

Melrose New Generation Community Garden · Melrose

Join us for a fun day of pumpkin painting! We have 40 pumpkins so first come first serve!

A free Sunday afternoon pumpkin painting session at Melrose New Generation Community Garden with 40 pumpkins available first come, first served. This is a simple seasonal craft for young children in the Melrose neighborhood.

9Top Pick
Nocturnal Creatures and Wildlife HikeFREE

Nocturnal Creatures and Wildlife Hike

Van Cortlandt Nature Center · Van Cortlandt Park

Did you know New York state is home to flying squirrels and nine species of bats? Join the Urban Park Rangers on an evening hike through Van Cortlandt Park to learn all about our nocturnal neighbors a

Urban Park Rangers lead a free Sunday evening hike at Van Cortlandt Nature Center focused on nocturnal creatures like flying squirrels and bats. It suits older kids and families comfortable with an evening walk in Van Cortlandt Park.

10Top Pick
Harvest Home Co-op City Farmers' MarketoutdoorFREE

Harvest Home Co-op City Farmers' Market

Harvest Home Co-op City Farmers' Market · Co-op City

Harvest Home Co-op City Farmers' Market is an open-air farmers market at 21 Asch Loop & Aldrich St next to firehouse, Bronx. Hours: Wed/Sat 8am-3pm. Season: May 20-November 25. Free to visit — no tick

All agesWeekly

The Harvest Home Co-op City Farmers' Market is free to visit on Saturday from 8am to 3pm at 21 Asch Loop & Aldrich St. It is a low-pressure outing for families in Co-op City, with no ticket or registration required.

Saturday, October 24 (5)

Bissel Gardens Sat Farmers' MarketoutdoorFREE

Bissel Gardens Sat Farmers' Market

Bissel Gardens Sat Farmers' Market · Wakefield

Bissel Gardens Sat Farmers' Market is an open-air farmers market at Baychester Ave below E 241 St intersection, Bronx. Hours: Sat 8:30am-4pm. Season: July 11-November 21. Free to visit — no ticket and

All agesWeekly
Every Play Counts, Every Player MattersmovementFREE

Every Play Counts, Every Player Matters

Starlight Park — Athletic Field · Crotona Park East

The field is set, the stands are waiting to be filled with cheers, and the countdown clock has officially begun. This season, boys in the 10 U (8 – 10 yrs.), 12 U (10 – 12 yrs.), 14 U (12 – 14 yrs.),

Ages 8–10
James Baldwin OLC Farmers' MarketoutdoorFREE

James Baldwin OLC Farmers' Market

James Baldwin OLC Farmers' Market · Kingsbridge Heights

James Baldwin OLC Farmers' Market is an open-air farmers market at 100 W Mosholu Parkway S Bronx, Bronx. Hours: Sat 10am-3pm. Season: June 20-October 31. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration.

All agesWeekly
New Roots Community Farm StandoutdoorFREE

New Roots Community Farm Stand

New Roots Community Farm Stand · Grand Concourse

New Roots Community Farm Stand is an open-air farmers market at 670 Grand Concourse, Bronx. Hours: Sat 10am-3pm. Season: July 11-November 7. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. Listed by th

All agesWeekly
It's My Park at Walter Gladwin ParkFREE

It's My Park at Walter Gladwin Park

Walter Gladwin Park · East Tremont

This It's My Park season, volunteer with Mary Mitchell Family and Youth Center to do a general clean up at Walter Gladwin Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!

Sunday, October 25 (2)

Riverdale Y Sunday Farmers' MarketoutdoorFREE

Riverdale Y Sunday Farmers' Market

Riverdale Y Sunday Farmers' Market · Riverdale

Riverdale Y Sunday Farmers' Market is an open-air farmers market at 3407 Netherland Ave Bronx, Bronx. Hours: Sun 9am-2pm. Season: April 1-December 14. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SN

All agesWeekly
Bronx Park East Farmers' MarketoutdoorFREE

Bronx Park East Farmers' Market

Bronx Park East Farmers' Market · Pelham Parkway

Bronx Park East Farmers' Market is an open-air farmers market at 2045 Bronx Park E, Bronx. Hours: Sun 10am-12pm. Season: June 7-November 8. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SNAP/EBT is a

All agesWeekly
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