Things to Do with Kids in Mott Haven This Weekend

September 12–13, 2026 · 22 events · Bronx

Mott Haven offers a mix of free library and park programming alongside paid dance studios this weekend, giving families options across storytime, outdoor play, and creative movement. The selection includes both drop-in community events and trial classes, so caregivers can choose based on budget, age, and schedule. With Saturday morning park activities and a Sunday library storytime, there are practical ways to keep young children engaged close to home.

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Family StorytimestorytimeFREE

Family Storytime

Sun, Sep 13 · 2:00 PM

NYPL Mott Haven Library · Mott Haven

This event will take place in person at the Mott Haven Library. Join us for songs, crafts and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family! No registration is required,

Ages 18 mo–5 yr

This free drop-in storytime at the Mott Haven Library combines songs, crafts, and read-aloud books for families with toddlers ages 18–60 months. No registration is required, making it an easy and accessible weekend option.

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Kids in Motion: St. Mary's Park WestoutdoorFREE

Kids in Motion: St. Mary's Park West

Sat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM

St. Mary's Park — Playground West - Play Area · Mott Haven

Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's including organized sports. games, fitness, demos, board games, water games, and more!

NYC Parks staff lead free organized sports, games, fitness demos, and board games at St. Mary's Park West. It offers active outdoor play for families on Saturday morning at no cost.

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Intro to Dance |  TRIAL CLASSFrom $49

Intro to Dance | TRIAL CLASS

Sat, Sep 12 · 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

Intro to Dance classes for kids aged 3-5 are designed to introduce young children to movement and various dance styles in a fun and engaging way. The 3-5 age group will include games to keep the littl

Ages 3–5

This $49 trial class introduces children ages 3–5 to movement and various dance styles through games and engaging activities. It provides a low-commitment way to try a structured dance class in Mott Haven.

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Grown up & Me Activity ClassFrom $49

Grown up & Me Activity Class

Sat, Sep 12 · 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

A fun and engaging class designed for little ones and their caregivers! This class introduces young dancers to movement, rhythm, and coordination in a playful, supportive environment. With the guidanc

Ages 12 mo–3 yr
Intro to Dance (3-4 yo)From $155

Intro to Dance (3-4 yo)

Sat, Sep 12 · 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

Intro to Dance classes for kids aged 3-5 are designed to introduce young children to movement and various dance styles in a fun and engaging way. The 3-5 age group will include games to keep the littl

Ages 3–5
Jazz Dance Class | 5-7 y.oFrom $155

Jazz Dance Class | 5-7 y.o

Sat, Sep 12 · 9:45 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

Jazz is a vibrant, high-energy dance style that combines strong technical foundations with bold, expressive movement. It draws from ballet and modern dance for precision, balance, and control, while e

Ages 5–7
ContemporaryFrom $155

Contemporary

Sat, Sep 12 · 9:45 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

Our Contemporary Dance classes encourage dancers to express themselves through movement while building strong technical foundations. Blending elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance, contemporary f

Ages 9+
Contemporary | TRIAL CLASSFrom $49

Contemporary | TRIAL CLASS

Sat, Sep 12 · 9:45 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

Our Contemporary Dance classes encourage dancers to express themselves through movement while building strong technical foundations. Blending elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance, contemporary f

Ages 9–17
Jazz | TRIAL CLASSFrom $49

Jazz | TRIAL CLASS

Sat, Sep 12 · 9:45 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

Jazz is a vibrant, high-energy dance style that combines strong technical foundations with bold, expressive movement. It draws from ballet and modern dance for precision, balance, and control, while e

Ages 5–7
Hip-Hop/Modern Dance Class (4-6 yo)From $155

Hip-Hop/Modern Dance Class (4-6 yo)

Sat, Sep 12 · 10:30 AM

Brooklyn Dance Lessons · Mott Haven

This fun 45min dance class mixes Hip-Hop and Modern dance styles. A class designed to introduce kids to dance knowledge of dancing . Each class is 45 min long and includes warm-up exercises

Ages 4–6
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