FREEFamily Play with Me Time (Ages 0-4)
Sat, May 16 · 10:15 AM
QPL Hunters Point Branch · Long Island City
Stimulate your child’s imagination creativity and motor skills at this fun unstructured play time! Babies toddlers
Ages 0–5
Events in Long Island City This Weekend
May 15-16, 2026
Long Island City has a solid mix of activities this weekend for families with young children—from early-morning sports and free library playtime to structured dance classes and performing arts. Whether you're looking for something low-key and free, skill-building instruction, or a polished performance, the neighborhood's offerings span movement, creativity, and entertainment across both Saturday and Sunday.
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FREEFree unstructured play time designed to develop imagination, creativity, and motor skills for babies and toddlers. A low-cost way to get the youngest family members engaged on a Saturday morning at your neighborhood library branch.
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From $115Beginner I Irish Dance
Sat, May 16 · 11:00 AM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Beginner I Irish dance class for young children (ages 3.5+). 45-minute Saturday session. Part of the 2025-26 season.
Ages 4+
A 45-minute beginner Irish dance class introduces children ages 3.5+ to a structured activity with clear progression. Part of a season program, it's a good entry point for families curious about dance instruction.
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showThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz – 12:00 PM Performance
Sun, May 17 · 12:00 PM
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center · Long Island City
Joffrey Ballet School Children's & Youth Ballet Programs present an innovative retelling of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Join Dorothy, Toto, Tinman, Lion, Scarecrow and more dancing characters includin
The Joffrey Ballet School's performance of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz offers a family-friendly theatrical experience with professional young dancers. The noon Sunday performance works well for families looking for an organized outing.
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From $200Birthday Party
Sat, May 16 · 10:30 AM
Xanh Studio · Long Island City
Xanh birthday parties are art-filled fun. Each celebration is tailored to your child’s interests, because we believe that a little detail and personal touch can bring meaningful experiences. We have t
Ages 2–10
From $200Birthday Party
Sat, May 16 · 2:30 PM
Xanh Studio · Long Island City
Xanh birthday parties are art-filled fun. Each celebration is tailored to your child’s interests, because we believe that a little detail and personal touch can bring meaningful experiences. We have t
Ages 2–10
From $180Oireachtas/Champs Irish Dance
Sat, May 16 · 9:30 AM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Championship-level Irish dance class on Saturdays. 90-minute session for competitive dancers. Part of the 2025-26 season.
Ages 4+
From $115Ceili Teams – Intermediate & Advanced
Sat, May 16 · 11:45 AM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Ceili team Irish dance class for Intermediate & Advanced children. 45-minute Saturday session. Part of the 2025-26 season.
Ages 4+
From $140Beginner II & Intermediate Irish Dance (Saturday)
Sat, May 16 · 12:30 PM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Beginner II & Intermediate level Irish dance class for children. 1-hour Saturday session. Part of the 2025-26 season.
Ages 4+
soccerSuper Soccer Stars
Sat, May 16 · 8:00 AM
Renew Queens · Long Island City
The nation's most popular children's soccer program for ages 1–12+. Coaches create a fun, non-competitive, and educational environment to help children improve gross motor and soccer skills, building
Ages 1–12
showThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz – 3:30 PM Performance
Sun, May 17 · 3:30 PM
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center · Long Island City
Joffrey Ballet School Children's & Youth Ballet Programs present an innovative retelling of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Join Dorothy, Toto, Tinman, Lion, Scarecrow and more dancing characters includin