Saturday in Brooklyn offers kids chances to try something new—whether that's hip-hop moves, dragon quests, or kite flying. We've picked 10 events across neighborhoods that let kids build skills, make friends, and discover what they're interested in, all for free. Check the age ranges and times to find the right fit for your family.
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Creative Movement 3/Modern 1
Sat, May 16 · 11:15 AM
Creature Space · Gowanus
Creative Movement 3/Modern 1 Primary Division An introduction to dance and theater through creative movement. ChristinaNoel’s teaching process is to first focus on the children’s imaginations by emplo
Ages 5–8Course
Start the day with an introduction to dance and creative movement at Creature Space in Gowanus. This class uses imagination as the foundation, giving younger kids (5-8 years old) a chance to build confidence through theater and movement.
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HIPHOP (Ages 4-6)
Sat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
Prospect Heights · Prospect Heights
Kids 'hip-hop' 4-6YO Students will learn a fusion of hip-hop styles , building strength, rhythm, and confidence through real movement foundations. Students develop discipline, coordination, and endura
Ages 4–6
Learn hip-hop fundamentals in Prospect Heights with a class designed for the youngest dancers (4-6 years old). Kids develop rhythm, coordination, and self-expression through age-appropriate choreography and real movement foundations.
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Weekends: Social Skills + Dungeons & Dragons (ages 6-11)
Sat, May 16 · 9:30 AM
BGL Center Slope · Park Slope
Registering siblings? A 5% discount on each session will be applied on the checkout page. LIFE SKILLS THROUGH GAMEPLAY As featured in U.S. News and School Library Journal , our Social Skills program o
Ages 6–11Course
Combine social skills with Dungeons & Dragons gameplay in Park Slope, building teamwork and problem-solving through storytelling and strategy. This program teaches real-world communication skills while kids engage in adventure-based learning.
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Weekends: Girl Adventurers: Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
BGL Annex · Park Slope
Every Saturday afternoon, Game Lab is reserved for our gaming girls! Girl Adventurers was developed by two women who are passionate about games and wanted to provide a dedicated space for girls to con
Ages 6–14Course
Girl Adventurers offers a dedicated space for girls (ages 6-14) to play Dungeons & Dragons in Park Slope, developed specifically to welcome girls into gaming. Kids work through puzzles, strategy, and collaborative storytelling in a welcoming environment.
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Magic Makers
Sat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
Brooklyn Art Club (Brighton) · Brighton Beach
We provide a fun and creative environment where your children can develop their imagination and improve their artistic skills. • Our studio is staffed only by professional art teachers. • The studio p
Ages 6–7
Magic Makers at Brooklyn Art Club in Brighton Beach is designed for younger artists (ages 6-7) to develop imagination and artistic skills with professional teachers. Kids work on hands-on creative projects in a supportive studio setting.
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FREE
Kite Festival in Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sat, May 16 · 11:00 AM
Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 5 · Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Bridge Park kicks off its spring and summer programming season with this beloved kite-flying fest. This family-friendly event takes over BBP's Pier 5, offering all ages the opportunity to wat
Ages 5+
Fly kites at Brooklyn Bridge Park's spring festival in Brooklyn Heights, an all-ages outdoor event that welcomes families to watch and participate. This casual gathering combines outdoor play with a community celebration of kite flying.
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FREE
Anime Crew: Shoujo at Brower Park
Sat, May 16 · 10:30 AM
Brooklyn Public Library - Brower Park Branch at Brooklyn Children's Museum · Crown Heights
Centers neurodiverse femme-identifying youth ages 9–12, welcoming all excited to explore anime and manga. Participants explore anime genres with dynamic girl characters, engage in character design, sh
Ages 9–12
Explore anime and manga in Crown Heights with a program centered on neurodiverse femme-identifying youth (ages 9-12). Kids engage in character design, storytelling, and discovery of dynamic girl characters across anime genres.
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FREE
Maker Girls at East Flatbush
Sat, May 16 · 3:00 PM
East Flatbush Branch - Brooklyn Public Library · East Flatbush
Builds creativity, community, adventure, and leadership in every girl. Through projects, play, and games, participants build confidence, explore arts and science, and make friends. For girls ages 7–13
Ages 7–13
Maker Girls at East Flatbush Library builds confidence and leadership in girls (ages 7-13) through hands-on projects, games, and creative exploration. Participants develop artistic and scientific skills while building friendships and a sense of community.
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FREE
Modern 2/3
Sat, May 16 · 12:15 PM
Creature Space · Gowanus
Modern 2/3 Elementary Division (Saturday Class Option) Combined Level class. Emphasizes proper alignment, and begins to focus on developing strength, building endurance and increasing flexibility. Stu
Ages 8–10Course
Modern 2/3 at Creature Space in Gowanus combines dance technique with skill-building for elementary-aged kids (8-10 years old). The class emphasizes alignment and strength while students work on choreography and increasing flexibility.
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Pinkster Celebration at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum
Sat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
Wyckoff House Museum · East Flatbush
The Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum hosts a special Pinkster Family Day featuring storytelling, music, and performances. Stick around to make some music of your own.
Ages 4–10
Pinkster Family Day at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum in East Flatbush offers storytelling, music performances, and hands-on music-making for kids (4-10 years old). This cultural celebration combines learning with the chance to create music as a family.
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Young Visionaries
Sat, May 16 · 2:45 PM
Brooklyn Art Club (Brighton) · Brighton Beach
We provide a fun and creative environment where your children can develop their imagination and improve their artistic skills. • Our studio is staffed only by professional art teachers. • The studio p
Ages 7–8
FREE
Young Visionaries
Sat, May 16 · 4:00 PM
Brooklyn Art Club (Brighton) · Brighton Beach
We provide a fun and creative environment where your children can develop their imagination and improve their artistic skills. • Our studio is staffed only by professional art teachers. • The studio p
Ages 7–8
FREE
Pre-Pro 1 Ballet
Sat, May 16 · 2:30 PM
Creature Space · Gowanus
Pre-Pro 1 Ballet Pre-Professional Division By Invitation Only Class follows a traditional ballet class structure. Intermediate barre work, center exercises and movement combinations. Students will lea
Ages 9–12Course
FREE
Kids Hip Hop
Sat, May 16 · 4:15 PM
Creature Space · Gowanus
For ages 5-10. Teaches energetic hip hop dance moves and choreography to upbeat, age-appropriate music, focusing on building rhythm, coordination, body awareness, and self-expression through foundatio
Ages 5–10Course
FREE
Future Artists
Sat, May 16 · 5:15 PM
Brooklyn Art Club (Brighton) · Brighton Beach
We provide a fun and creative environment where your children can develop their imagination and improve their artistic skills. • Our studio is staffed only by professional art teachers. • The studio p
Ages 9–14
FREE
Weekends: Social Skills + Dungeons & Dragons (ages 9-16)
Sat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
BGL Center Slope · Park Slope
Registering siblings? A 5% discount on each session will be applied on the checkout page. LIFE SKILLS THROUGH GAMEPLAY As featured in U.S. News and School Library Journal , our Social Skills program o
Ages 9–16Course
FREE
Weekends: Saturday Night Dungeons & Dragons (Middle/High School)
Sat, May 16 · 7:00 PM
BGL South Slope · Park Slope
ABOUT THE PROGRAM S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y Night D&D rocks! Our expert Game Masters will guide your children through epic stories with a mix of action, adventure, acting, and puzzles. We usually play Dungeons
Ages 10–18Weekly
FREE
Magic Makers
Sat, May 16 · 1:15 PM
Brooklyn Art Club (Brighton) · Brighton Beach
We provide a fun and creative environment where your children can develop their imagination and improve their artistic skills. • Our studio is staffed only by professional art teachers. • The studio p
Ages 6–7
FREE
Dance Parade + DanceFest in the East Village
Sat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
Tompkins Square Park · South Slope
Dance Parade returns to the streets, celebrating its 20th-annual procession and festival with 10,000 dancers and more than 100 unique styles of dance.
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Pre Pro 1 Choir
Sat, May 16 · 1:15 PM
Creature Space · Gowanus
The Ephyras Choir is a collaborative ensemble class that builds strong, confident musicians. Alongside engaging repertoire, students receive focused training in aural skills and foundational music the