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This Weekend>Gowanus

Events in Gowanus This Weekend

May 15-16, 2026

Gowanus offers a strong lineup of performance and movement classes this weekend, with most options at Creature Space available free of charge. Whether your family prefers structured instruction in dance and theater or the flexibility of open-ended play, you'll find options spanning infants through preteens across both venues.

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1Top Pick
Creative Movement 1/2FREE

Creative Movement 1/2

Sat, May 16 · 10:00 AM

Creature Space · Gowanus

Creative Movement 1 Primary Division PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A DROP-OFF CLASS. An introduction to dance and theater through creative movement. ChristinaNoel’s teaching process is to first focus on the chi

Ages 3–4Course

An introduction to dance and theater for the youngest movers (ages 3-4), this drop-off class lets parents step away while children explore creative movement through imagination-focused teaching.

2Top Pick
Kids Hip HopFREE

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

Kids Hip Hop teaches rhythm, coordination, and self-expression through energetic choreography set to age-appropriate music for ages 5-10, offering a different movement style from the classical dance options.

3Top Pick
Open-play All AgesFrom $35

Open-play All Ages

Sat, May 16 · 10:00 AM

PlayWell Brooklyn · Gowanus

An open play hour for you and your child to experience our inclusive playspace and utilize our gym equipment (including soft play mats, swings, and climbing structures), sensory play areas, and art an

Ages 0–11Drop-in

An open-play session with gym equipment, soft play structures, swings, and sensory areas provides flexible, unstructured time for families with children from infancy through age 11.

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Creative Movement 3/Modern 1FREE

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
Modern 2/3FREE

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
Pre-Pro 1 BalletFREE

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
Pre Pro 1 ChoirmusicFREE

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

Ages 0–18Course
Open-play (up to 3 yrs)From $35

Open-play (up to 3 yrs)

Sun, May 17 · 9:00 AM

PlayWell Brooklyn · Gowanus

A special open play session for our littlest explorers under the age of 3. Older siblings are welcome to play as well. An open play hour for you and your child to experience our inclusive playspace an

Ages 0–3Drop-in
Acting Through ImaginationFrom $50

Acting Through Imagination

Sat, May 16 · 10:30 AM

PlayWell Brooklyn · Gowanus

Young actors will embark on a journey through the imagination, bringing stories to life using the magic of theatre. Students will learn to act using their full body, voice, and imagination through the

Ages 7–10Drop-in
Open-play All AgesFrom $35

Open-play All Ages

Sat, May 16 · 11:00 AM

PlayWell Brooklyn · Gowanus

An open play hour for you and your child to experience our inclusive playspace and utilize our gym equipment (including soft play mats, swings, and climbing structures), sensory play areas, and art an

Ages 0–11Drop-in
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