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
Preschooler Events in Long Island City This Weekend
May 15-16, 2026
Long Island City has a strong lineup of arts, movement, and play-based activities this weekend for the preschool set. Whether your child is 6 months or 5 years old, you'll find options ranging from free community play to paid classes and performances—giving families flexibility to match their budget and child's interests.
Top Picks
1Top Pick
FREEThis free unstructured play session at QPL Hunters Point Branch is ideal for babies and toddlers to develop motor skills and creativity in a relaxed setting. It's a low-cost way to get out of the house and let your child explore at their own pace.
2Top Pick
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+
The Beginner I Irish Dance class introduces children ages 3.5+ to a structured movement activity in a 45-minute format that builds coordination and social skills. This provides a taste of rhythmic dance instruction without requiring previous experience.
3Top Pick
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 Wizard of Oz performance offers preschoolers a chance to experience live theater and dance, combining visual storytelling with movement that can spark imagination and introduce performing arts. The noon timing works well for families managing early schedules.
More Events
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