August 29-30, 2026
soccerFREESun, Aug 30 · 9:00 AM
Central Park - 81st Street UWS · Upper West Side
A free trial soccer session for ages 2.5-3, held at Central Park near 81st Street on the Upper West Side. This drop-in class introduces toddlers to basic ball play in an outdoor setting. Free of charg
outdoorFREEFri, Aug 28 · 8:30 PM
Dyckman Marina · Inwood
Grab a blanket and come enjoy Jaws (1974) at the Dyckman Marina! This free outdoor movie night is open to all ages, with seating on the lawn by the water.
martial_artsFREESun, Aug 30 · 8:00 AM
Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument · Upper West Side
Learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow moving martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels.
FREESun, Aug 30 · 9:00 AM
Inwood Canoe Club · Inwood
Join us for our free, guided 20-minute kayak trips on the Hudson River just north of the George Washington Bridge.
outdoorFREESun, Aug 30 · 10:00 AM
Urban Farm · Harlem
Whether you are new to our farm or have been a tried-and-true volunteer, join us! You can help us take care of this important educational resource.
outdoorFREESun, Aug 30 · 11:00 AM
Kosciuszko Street Learning Garden · Stuyvesant Heights
Come to Kosciusko Street Garden and Learning Center for a back-to-school drive! This free outdoor event at the NYC Parks venue supports families preparing for the school year.
artFREESun, Aug 30 · 11:00 AM
Garden Peoples Garden · Harlem
Bring your favorite art supplies to this observational drawing event led by artist and illustrator Ishita Jain. Some basic supplies provided.
playspaceFREESun, Aug 30 · 11:30 AM
NYPL Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library · Harlem
Free playtime for babies and toddlers at NYPL Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. This open play session invites young children to explore in the library's playspace at no cost.
outdoorFREESun, Aug 30 · 1:00 PM
West 114th Street and Morningside Drive · Morningside Heights
Using our Tree Census app, you’ll split up into different zones within the park to start counting trees! After completing your first training event, you are welcome to continue counting
movementFREESun, Aug 30 · 2:00 PM
Anne Loftus Playground · Washington Heights
Cool off and dance with Hila the Earth at Anne Loftus Playground! Enjoy a family-friendly DJ set celebrating the sprinklers. Sunday, August 30 at 2PM. Free!
musicFREESun, Aug 30 · 2:00 PM
Ralph Ellison Plaza · Hamilton Heights
Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, community jazz concerts featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists.
storytimeFREESun, Aug 30 · 2:30 PM
NYPL Washington Heights Library · Washington Heights
A free storytime at NYPL Washington Heights Library for families. This indoor, drop-in session is open to children of all ages.
outdoorFREESun, Aug 30 · 4:30 PM
Cloisters Lawn · Washington Heights
Safely observe the Sun with local astronomer Novaughn Miller using solar-filtered telescopes and discover sunspots, solar science, and astronomy in Fort Tryon Park!
Sun, Aug 30 · 8:00 AM
Sutton Place Synagogue (E. 51st St between 2nd & 3rd Ave) · Upper West Side
A baby music and movement class for ages 3–18 months, held at Sutton Place Synagogue. The session incorporates songs and gentle movement activities from Juliette & Ella's Play Date, suitable for young
Sun, Aug 30 · 10:00 AM
Sutton Place Synagogue (E. 51st St between 2nd & 3rd Ave) · Upper West Side
A music and movement class for babies and toddlers ages 6 months to 3 years, held at Sutton Place Synagogue on E. 51st St. This drop-in session focuses on musical play and movement in an indoor settin
Sun, Aug 30 · 11:45 AM
Central Park at W 86th Street · Upper West Side
Full. A Central Park at W 86th Street music and movement series for ages 6 months to 3 years, led by Juliette & Ella's Play Date as a drop-in outdoor activity.
movementSun, Aug 30 · 9:00 AM
YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood · Inwood
Gross-motor activities and free-play in a large gym for young children who are walking through 5 years old and their caregivers.
artSun, Aug 30 · 10:30 AM
ColorPop Southampton · Manhattan
Mini Makers art class for ages 2-3 yrs. This indoor, drop-in workshop at ColorPop Southampton offers hands-on creative time for toddlers. No registration required, with pricing available at the venue.