outdoorFREEKIM: Yellowstone Park
Sat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
Katzman Playground · Forest Hills
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Preschooler Events in Forest Hills This Weekend
May 15-16, 2026
This Forest Hills weekend balances free community play, structured creative classes, and flexible drop-in options for preschoolers of different ages and comfort levels. Whether your child thrives in outdoor group settings, parent-led activities, or early music and movement classes, there's a mix that works for both traditional learners and families seeking variety without overcommitment.
Top Picks
1Top Pick
outdoorFREEFree outdoor play with NYC Parks staff offers preschoolers unstructured time alongside organized games and sports—a chance to build gross motor skills and social confidence without cost. The mix of water games and board games means your child can choose whether they want active or quieter play.
2Top Pick
From $30Tiny Toes & Me
Sun, May 17 · 9:30 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Forest Hills
Share great moments with your little one by engaging directly with them in their dance class. This early childhood dance class is for you to share with your toddler through movement and rhythm. Parent
Ages 2–4
This parent-child dance class lets toddlers and caregivers move together, supporting early bonding while introducing rhythm and body awareness. It's structured enough to guide development but informal enough for little ones still getting comfortable in group settings.
3Top Pick
musicFrom $40Hug Melody® Music Class — Saturday 11:00am
Sat, May 16 · 11:00 AM
Work and Tot · Forest Hills
Hug Melody® early childhood music class for children ages 2 months – 48 months. 8-week Spring session at Work and Tot, Forest Hills, Queens. $320/session or $40 drop-in.
Ages 3–4
A music class designed specifically for younger preschoolers (2–4 years) uses rhythm and melody to develop listening skills and language foundations. The drop-in option lets you try it without committing to a full session.
More Events
From $875Creative Movement
Sun, May 17 · 10:30 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Forest Hills
Start your child off to becoming a beautiful little dancer. This class introduces rudimentary ballet as well as freer forms of movement that help children develop their bodies, their imaginations and
Ages 3–5Course
From $875Pre-Ballet
Sun, May 17 · 11:30 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Forest Hills
Start your child off to becoming a beautiful little dancer. This class introduces rudimentary ballet as well as freer forms of movement That help children develop their bodies, their imaginations and
Ages 4–6Course
artSunday Program – Evening Session
Sun, May 17 · 4:00 PM
Art First Studio · Forest Hills
Regular Sunday all-day program for children, teenagers, and art lovers. Evening session 16:00–18:00.
Kids Class
Sat, May 16 · 9:00 AM
Brazilian Capoeira International School · Forest Hills
Kids Capoeira class. Blends movement, music, self-defense, and Brazilian culture.
artSunday Program – Morning Session
Sun, May 17 · 10:00 AM
Art First Studio · Forest Hills
Regular Sunday all-day program for children, teenagers, and art lovers. Morning session 10:00–12:00.
balletPre-Ballet (Ages 3–4) – Sunday
Sun, May 17 · 9:15 AM
Rose Academy of Ballet · Forest Hills
Pre-Ballet class for ages 3–4. Spring Semester 2026 (Jan 25–Jun 6). Classes meet Sundays at Rose Academy of Ballet and introduce basic movement, musicality, and ballet fundamentals for young dancers.
Ages 3–4
balletTippy Toes (Age 2+) – Sunday
Sun, May 17 · 10:15 AM
Rose Academy of Ballet · Forest Hills
Tippy Toes dance class for age 2 and up. Spring Semester 2026 (Jan 25–Jun 6). Classes are held Sundays at Rose Academy of Ballet for toddlers and preschoolers beginning their first steps in dance.
Ages 2+