May 15-16, 2026
Downtown Brooklyn offers a well-rounded weekend for families, from outdoor entertainment to organized sports and creative workshops. This selection spans free community viewing, structured athletic instruction, and digital arts—giving parents options across different age groups and activity styles.
FREEFri, May 15 · 8:00 PM
Lawn Area - Park Avenue and North Elliot Pl · Downtown Brooklyn
Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers.
Catch a free screening of Zootopia 2 under the stars Friday evening at Park Avenue—a low-cost option that works for families with children of any age. The outdoor format makes it easy to bring snacks and settle in for a community viewing experience.
From $35Sat, May 16 · 10:55 AM
Cadman Plaza Park · Downtown Brooklyn
The goal here is fun! Our coach-educators use colorful themes and creative games to introduce players to soccer basics like dribbling, kicking, and coordination. At Soccer Legion, we believe in child-
The 4-5 year old soccer program at Cadman Plaza Park uses themed games and creative coaching to introduce fundamental skills in a structured, age-appropriate setting. This 55-minute session is ideal for preschoolers ready to engage in organized group activities.
artFrom $15Sun, May 17 · 3:30 PM
Tech Unlimited · Downtown Brooklyn
Bring your imagination to life at and create original characters through guided activities and creative exploration.
The character animation workshop at Tech Unlimited lets children translate creative ideas into visual form through guided hands-on activities. This Sunday afternoon program offers a screen-based creative outlet distinct from physical play.
From $35Sat, May 16 · 9:10 AM
Cadman Plaza Park · Downtown Brooklyn
The goal here is fun! Our coach-educators use colorful themes and creative games to gently introduce little ones to soccer basics like dribbling, kicking, and coordination. At Soccer Legion, we believ
From $35Sat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
Cadman Plaza Park · Downtown Brooklyn
The goal here is fun! Our coach-educators use colorful themes and creative games to gently introduce players to soccer basics like dribbling, kicking, and coordination. At Soccer Legion, we believe in
From $50Sun, May 17 · 10:00 AM
New York Transit Museum · Downtown Brooklyn
The New York Transit Museum celebrates its Earth-friendly transit system at the Party on Wheels, its annual family benefit. Bring the whole family for breakfast and coffee, artmaking and face painting
From $50Sun, May 17 · 10:00 AM
New York Transit Museum, Brooklyn · Downtown Brooklyn
Join us for a special 50th birthday edition of our annual family fundraiser, Party on Wheels!