May 15-16, 2026
Sunday brings toddler-friendly events across all five boroughs, from structured classes to open-ended exploration. We've selected activities that respect short attention spans, offer hands-on engagement, and give caregivers flexibility to move at their child's pace.
FREESun, May 17 · 9:00 AM
Central Park - Great Hill UWS · Upper West Side
Early childhood wizards guide the tiny tots through epic adventures themed around pirates, dinosaurs, speedy race cars, and cute farm animals. The fun begins with circle time and quirky name games, cr
Structured movement and imaginative themes (pirates, dinosaurs, farm animals) keep 2.5-3 year olds engaged without overwhelming them. Circle time and name games provide the routine toddlers need while building early soccer skills.
Upper West Side, Manhattan
FREESun, May 17 · 10:30 AM
Casa Primary · TriBeCa
Little Chefs: Bakery at Casa Primary is a hands-on baking class centered on simple, nourishing ingredients and sugar-free. Children explore baking through ripe fruits, dates, and whole grains, creatin
Hands-on baking with simple, whole ingredients lets toddlers explore textures and tastes at their own pace. The sugar-free focus makes this a practical choice for younger toddlers (12+ months) who are developing eating habits.
TriBeCa, Manhattan
FREESun, May 17 · 10:30 AM
Prospect Heights · Prospect Heights
Little ones explore rhythm through claps and stomps and follow playful guided movements that spark curiosity and help them discover what their bodies can do. Caregivers join the fun to support comfort
Designed specifically for 1-2 year olds, this class uses claps, stomps, and guided movements to help babies discover their bodies. Caregiver participation ensures comfort for the youngest toddlers.
Prospect Heights, Brooklyn
showFREESun, May 17 · 12:00 PM
Montague Street · Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Bridge Parents host a Spring Fling during Open Streets on Montague with 25 free kids' activities, a dance party, and a puppet show. Stop by for games, arts and crafts, soccer, face painting,
Twenty-five free activities spread across a car-free street means you can move at your toddler's pace without crowds. Games, face painting, and a puppet show provide variety for different energy levels and interests.
Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
artFREESun, May 17 · 10:30 AM
Lehman College Art Gallery · Bedford Park
Explore the Thesis Exhibition of Lehman College BFA, MA, and MFA graduates and create your own found object sculpture inspired by the exhibition.
Creating found object sculptures gives toddlers a sensory-rich, mess-free art experience without pressure to produce a finished product. The gallery setting provides visual stimulation and movement between exhibits.
Bedford Park, Bronx
outdoorFREESun, May 17 · 1:00 PM
Entrance - East 106th Street and Fifth Avenue · Randalls and Wards Island
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a lovely garden walk at the Conservatory Garden in Central Park! Learn the history of this garden as well as some botany basics with the Rangers!
A guided garden walk at a contained, beautiful space keeps toddlers engaged with nature without needing to hike long distances. Learning basics about plants and history works for older toddlers ready to listen briefly.
Randalls and Wards Island, Manhattan
artFREESun, May 17 · 10:00 AM
Wave Hill · Riverdale
Let's explore the colors of the rainbow! This free family art project at Wave Hill invites kids to create work inspired by rainbow themes, available through NYC Parks.
A rainbow-themed art project at Wave Hill combines outdoor space with creative activity, allowing toddlers to explore colors and make art at their own pace. The natural setting provides sensory breaks between focused time.
Riverdale, Bronx
outdoorFREESun, May 17 · 2:00 PM
Lefferts Historic House · Prospect Park
The Prospect Park Alliance presents a Pinkster celebration in the yard of Lefferts Historic House, an 18th-century Flatbush farmhouse that serves as the park's historic house museum. Stop by for music
A historic house setting with music and activities gives toddlers a change of scenery and sensory experience. The outdoor yard setting allows freedom to move and explore at a comfortable pace.
Prospect Park, Brooklyn
From $25Sun, May 17 · 10:00 AM
ARTUDIO · Greenpoint
OPEN STUDIO AT ARTUDIO! 🎨 Drop in for unstructured art play in our inspiring studio space! Perfect for little artists (and their grown-ups) who want to create at their own pace. What's Included: $25/
Unstructured drop-in studio time respects toddler attention spans and allows caregivers to leave when their child is ready. Open-ended art materials encourage exploration without expectations or pressure.
Greenpoint, Brooklyn
FREESun, May 17 · 12:15 PM
The Brick Presbyterian Church · Carnegie Hill
Don't miss the highly anticipated all-church picnic and strawberry festival on 92nd Street, featuring live music, scrumptious food, exciting kids' activities, and joyful conversations with friends and
An all-church picnic combines food, live music, and kids' activities in one location, so you can stay as long as your toddler is engaged. The festival atmosphere provides stimulation for different sensory preferences.
Carnegie Hill, Manhattan
FREESun, May 17 · 11:15 AM
Casa Primary · TriBeCa
Music & Movement Music & Movement at Casa Primary is a joyful, high-energy class where children are invited to sing, dance, and explore rhythm through their favorite songs. Led by Tracy, Sara, or Evan
FREESun, May 17 · 2:45 PM
Casa Primary · TriBeCa
Clase de Español is a 45-minute Spanish language class for young children, led by Elba Q, an advanced-degree language teacher. Through songs, movement, stories, and hands-on activities, children are i
FREESun, May 17 · 10:00 AM
5th Avenue · South Slope
Head to Park Slope's Fifth Avenue to peruse this street fair, featuring food and sale items, rides, bouncy castles, music performances, and more.
musicFREESun, May 17 · 11:00 AM
Van Cortlandt Nature Center · Van Cortlandt Park
Join the Rangers for an original musical-inspired tale of the ponds, streams, forests and creatures that make up the Bronx’s parks.
outdoorFREESun, May 17 · 11:00 AM
Stars of Hope Community Garden · Two Bridges
Stars of Hope Community Garden is hosting their annual Season Opener. Come enjoy the garden, plant the garden beds and hang out! All are welcome!
showFREESun, May 17 · 2:00 PM
Maple Street Community Garden · Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Please join Maple Street Community Garden in collaboration with Big Reuse for an afternoon where we show some love to our beloved street trees. All supplies will be provided.
artFREESun, May 17 · 11:00 AM
Greenbelt Nature Center
Relax at the nature center with a short hike, followed by sketching and painting.
museumFREESun, May 17 · 11:00 AM
H.H. Biddle House · Tottenville
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles.
From $25Sun, May 17 · 12:00 PM
ARTUDIO · Greenpoint
OPEN STUDIO AT ARTUDIO! 🎨 Drop in for unstructured art play in our inspiring studio space! Perfect for little artists (and their grown-ups) who want to create at their own pace. What's Included: $25/
martial_artsFREESun, May 17 · 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.