danceYamu KIDS
Sat, Aug 29 · 9:00 AM
Yamulee Dance School · Fordham
Dance class for children 4 to 10 years old. Classes are held at Yamulee Dance School and accommodate the full age range in a structured studio setting.
Ages 4–10
22 Best Preschooler Events in Bronx This Saturday
August 28-29, 2026
Looking for Saturday fun in the Bronx with your preschooler? We've picked a varied lineup—from storytimes and Lego building to dance, nature art, and playground games—across different neighborhoods. These events focus on creativity, social skills, and structured play, with most being free and easy to drop in.
1Top Pick
danceThis structured dance class for ages 4-10 builds coordination and rhythm in a group setting, helping preschoolers develop social skills through shared movement.
2Top Pick
movementFREEKids in Motion: Williamsbridge Oval Playground West
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Playground South · Morrisania
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's including organized sports. games, fitness, demos, board games, water games, and more!
At Williamsbridge Oval Playground, kids can join park staff for organized games and water play, offering a mix of structured activity and free exploration that supports motor skills and peer interaction.
3Top Pick
storytimeFREELittle Movers Storytime and Crafts
Sat, Aug 29 · 11:00 AM
NYPL Mosholu Library · Norwood
A storytime and crafts session for young children at the NYPL Mosholu Library. This free program combines stories with hands-on craft activities, designed for early learners.
Little Movers Storytime pairs short stories with hands-on crafts, encouraging early literacy and creativity in a calm library environment perfect for young attention spans.
4Top Pick
storytimeFREEHora de Cuentitos Bilingüe/ Bilingual Storytime
Sat, Aug 29 · 11:00 AM
NYPL Van Cortlandt Library, Arline Schwarzman Building · Kingsbridge Heights
A bilingual storytime for children and families, blending English and Spanish stories. Held at NYPL Van Cortlandt Library, this free program is open to all ages, no registration required.
This bilingual storytime introduces English and Spanish in a welcoming setting, fostering language awareness and listening skills while families share the experience together.
5Top Pick
artFREESoundview STEAM Lego Club
Sat, Aug 29 · 11:00 AM
NYPL Soundview Library · Soundview
Soundview STEAM Lego Club at NYPL Soundview Library is a free art-focused building session for kids. Drop in to create with LEGO bricks and explore hands-on STEAM concepts.
At Soundview STEAM Lego Club, preschoolers can explore building with bricks, boosting problem-solving and fine motor skills through unstructured, creative play.
6Top Pick
movementFREEKids in Motion: Hunts Point Playground
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Basketball Court · Hunts Point
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's including organized sports. games, fitness, demos, board games, water games, and more!
Hunts Point Playground offers free supervised activities like board games and water games, giving preschoolers a chance to practice turn-taking and active play outdoors.
7Top Pick
Family Art Project: Rolling Out the Landscape at Wave Hill
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Wave Hill · Riverdale
Sketch and paint the seasonal landscape, then transform your scenic art into a scroll.
Ages 4+
At Wave Hill, families sketch and paint the landscape, then roll their art into a scroll—a hands-on way for preschoolers to connect with nature and express creativity.
8Top Pick
artFREESide-by-Side: Structured Fun for Every Ability
Sat, Aug 29 · 12:00 PM
NYPL Morrisania Library · Morrisania
A free library program for children of all abilities, with structured activities designed for every participant. Sessions at the NYPL Morrisania Library offer a consistent format, making each visit pr
This library program is designed for children of all abilities, using consistent structured activities that help preschoolers build confidence and social routines in a supportive space.
9Top Pick
FREEBack To School Giveaway
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Bronx Gems Studio · Morrisania
Gems Studio hosts a back-to-school giveaway for children ages 3 and up at Bronx Gems Studio. This free event provides school supplies and essentials to help kids prepare for the academic year.
Ages 3+
The back-to-school giveaway provides free supplies for ages 3 and up, helping preschoolers feel prepared and excited about starting school, while parents save on essentials.
10Top Pick
Kids Muay Thai
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Era Gym · Fieldston
Kids learn the fundamentals of Muay Thai through footwork, pad work, and shadowboxing. This class builds discipline, timing, and overall athletic ability while keeping things high-energy and fun for a
Kids Muay Thai teaches footwork and pad work in a high-energy class that builds discipline and timing—an active way for preschoolers to channel energy and learn body control.
More Events
yogaFREEYoga
Sat, Aug 29 · 8:30 AM
Tennis Courts · Pelham Bay
Experience a fun and light-hearted, mid-intensity flow that will move you seamlessly from Sun Salutation to a final peak pose.
movementFREEKids in Motion: Metcalf Playground
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Metcalf Playground · Soundview
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's including organized sports. games, fitness, demos, board games, water games, and more!
movementFREEKids in Motion: St. James Playground
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
St. James Park Playground · Fordham
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's including organized sports. games, fitness, demos, board games, water games, and more!
sportsFREEDance Fitness
Sat, Aug 29 · 11:00 AM
125th Street and Marginal Street · Riverdale
Join Shape Up NYC for a free dance fitness class every Saturday at West Harlem Piers Park!
Weekly
movementFREECita de Juegos Bilingüe/ Bilingual Play Date
Sat, Aug 29 · 11:30 AM
NYPL Van Cortlandt Library, Arline Schwarzman Building · Kingsbridge Heights
A bilingual play date for kids, blending movement with language exploration. This free, drop-in program takes place at the NYPL Van Cortlandt Library, Arline Schwarzman Building. Designed for young ch
artFREESTEAM: Build & Play!
Sat, Aug 29 · 12:00 PM
NYPL Belmont Library and Enrico Fermi Cultural Center · Belmont
A free art-focused STEAM session at NYPL Belmont Library and Enrico Fermi Cultural Center, where kids build and play with creative materials. Designed for young learners, this drop-in activity encoura
yogaFREEYoga
Sat, Aug 29 · 12:15 PM
Multi-Use Room · Fordham
This open level class is designed to awaken your mind, body and senses through controlled breathing, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures.
outdoorFREEFollow-up on Cana Lilies Workshop
Sat, Aug 29 · 1:30 PM
Vogue Community Garden · Morrisania
Vogue Community Garden is hosting a follow-up workshop on how to maintain and care for Cana lilies.
martial_artsFREEMovies Under the Stars: Karate Kid: Legends
Sat, Aug 29 · 8:00 PM
Playground Area · Kingsbridge Heights
After a family tragedy, kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) is uprooted from his home in Beijing...
Family Art Project: Rolling Out the Landscape
Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Wave Hill · Riverdale
Family Art Project at Wave Hill invites families to create landscape art together using rolling techniques and paint. This hands-on session is held at the 28-acre garden and cultural center in the Bro