Things to Do with Kids in Queens This Weekend

October 24–25, 2026 · 123 events

This weekend's Queens kids' picks favor free, practical options spread across the borough—from library storytimes and crafts to park festivals and an outdoor movie. Several events are drop-in and require no tickets, though a few are age-specific or caregiver-dependent, so check the listed ages and times before heading out. We prioritized variety in activity type and neighborhood so families in different parts of Queens have a nearby option.

Top Picks

1Top Pick
Sensory StorytimeFREE

Sensory Storytime

QPL Woodhaven Branch · Woodhaven

Join us for interactive sensory activities. Caregivers must attend. For ages 3-8.

Ages 3–8

A structured sensory storytime at the Woodhaven library, designed for ages 3–8 with caregivers present. Good for kids who benefit from interactive, hands-on activities in a quiet library setting.

2Top Pick
Juniper Valley Park Fall FestivalfestivalFREE

Juniper Valley Park Fall Festival

Juniper Valley Park — Multipurpose Play Area (Hard Top) · Middle Village

Join NYC Parks and Council Member Phil Wong for a day of fun Halloween activities including inflatables, crafts, games, music, pumpkin picking and more. All participants are encouraged to wear your Ha

A free fall festival in Middle Village with Halloween activities including inflatables, crafts, games, music, and pumpkin picking. Ideal for families wanting a seasonal outing with multiple activity options in one park.

3Top Pick
Music and Dance from Mexico for the Entire FamilyFREE

Music and Dance from Mexico for the Entire Family

QPL Ridgewood Branch · Ridgewood

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Join students from the Calpulli Mexican Dance Company in this presentation of traditional dance and music from Mexico! This program is funded by the National Endowm

A free Hispanic Heritage Month presentation at the Ridgewood library featuring traditional Mexican dance and music by Calpulli Mexican Dance Company students. Suitable for the entire family and an easy way to introduce kids to Mexican cultural traditions.

4Top Pick
Movies Under the Stars: Casper | PGshowFREE

Movies Under the Stars: Casper | PG

Lawrence Virgilio Playground — Basketball Courts · Woodside

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the

A free outdoor screening of Casper (PG) at Lawrence Virgilio Playground in Woodside. A practical low-cost family evening—bring a blanket and arrive before the 6:15 PM start.

5Top Pick
Wayanda Park Fall FestivalfestivalFREE

Wayanda Park Fall Festival

Wayanda Park — Grass Field · Queens Village

Join us for a day of Fall Family Fun at Wayanda Park featuring activities including pumpkin decorating, arts & crafts, music, inflatables, a trackless train ride, animal education, games & more! Spon

A free fall festival in Queens Village with pumpkin decorating, arts and crafts, music, inflatables, a trackless train ride, animal education, and games. The variety of activities makes it easy to keep kids of different ages occupied.

6Top Pick
Origami for EveryoneFREE

Origami for Everyone

QPL Queens Village Branch · Queens Village

Discover the art of origami at QPL! Whether you're a beginner or seasoned folder, there's something fun for the whole family.

A free origami session at the Queens Village library open to beginners and experienced folders alike. A calm, creative indoor option for the whole family.

7Top Pick
Danza Nivel 1 - SisitasFREE

Danza Nivel 1 - Sisitas

Sisa Pakari · Woodside

Fundamentos básicos e historias cortas para que las y los niños puedan entender la identidad y cultura danzaria de sus padres y por ende de ellos.

Ages 6+

A free introductory dance class at Sisa Pakari in Woodside for children ages 6 and up, covering basic fundamentals and short stories about dance identity and culture. A good fit for kids interested in movement and cultural dance.

8Top Pick
Corn Husk CraftsartFREE

Corn Husk Crafts

Sorrentino Recreation Center — Multi-Use Room - 2nd Fl · Far Rockaway

Indigenous people used the corn plant in many different ways in their daily lives - from food to weaving the husks. Be creative while learning to create traditional dolls out of corn husks.

A free corn husk craft session at Sorrentino Recreation Center in Far Rockaway where kids learn to make traditional dolls while learning how Indigenous people used the corn plant. A hands-on cultural craft activity.

9Top Pick
Family TimebasketballFREE

Family Time

Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center — Gymnasium · Rego Park

Family Time is an open gymnasium time for members of all ages. This fun opportunity brings families together to participate in some of their favorite recreational activities. So whether it is a sport

All ages

A free open gymnasium session at Lost Battalion Hall in Rego Park for members of all ages to do recreational activities together. A flexible, low-commitment option for families who want active indoor time.

10Top Pick
Forest Hills GreenmarketoutdoorFREE

Forest Hills Greenmarket

Forest Hills Greenmarket · Forest Hills

Forest Hills Greenmarket is an open-air farmers market at Queens Blvd & 70th Ave, Queens. Hours: Sun 8am-2pm. Season: Year-round. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SNAP/EBT is accepted he

All agesWeekly

A free year-round farmers market at Queens Blvd and 70th Ave in Forest Hills, open Sunday 8am–2pm and accepting SNAP/EBT. A practical weekend outing that works with strollers and lets families shop for fresh food.

Saturday, October 24 (9)

Sunnyside GreenmarketoutdoorFREE

Sunnyside Greenmarket

Sunnyside Greenmarket · Sunnyside

Sunnyside Greenmarket is an open-air farmers market at Skillman Ave & 43rd St, Sunnyside. Hours: Sat 8am-3pm. Season: Year-round. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SNAP/EBT is accepted he

All agesWeekly
MoMA PS 1 GreenmarketoutdoorFREE

MoMA PS 1 Greenmarket

MoMA PS 1 Greenmarket · Long Island City

MoMA PS 1 Greenmarket is an open-air farmers market at Jackson Ave & 46th Ave Queens, Queens. Hours: Sat 8am-3pm. Season: September 12-November 21. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SNAP/

All agesWeekly
Youth Sports ClubsportsFREE

Youth Sports Club

Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center — Gymnasium · Rego Park

Join our Youth Sports Club where will we hosting weekly clinics teaching youth how to play a variety of sports. There will be a focus sport each week. So whether you are new to a sport or looking for

Weekly
Far Rock Farm StandoutdoorFREE

Far Rock Farm Stand

Far Rock Farm Stand · Far Rockaway

Far Rock Farm Stand is an open-air farmers market at 378 Beach 45th St Arverne, Far Rockaway. Hours: Sat 10am-2pm. Season: July 11-November 21. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SNAP/EBT

All agesWeekly
Little Baby Big Feelings with LINCFREE

Little Baby Big Feelings with LINC

QPL South Jamaica Branch · Jamaica

An early literacy workshop series presented in partnership with LINC. Families and caregivers are invited to join us every other Saturday for engaging activities that support children’s language, read

Weekly
Danza Nivel 2 - Sisa WawakunaFREE

Danza Nivel 2 - Sisa Wawakuna

Sisa Pakari · Woodside

En este nivel el objetivo es enseñar los pasos fundamentales para bailar San Juanito, fandango, pasacalle.

Ages 9–12
Danza Nivel 3 - Sisa WambrakunaFREE

Danza Nivel 3 - Sisa Wambrakuna

Sisa Pakari · Woodside

En este nivel avanzado la danza es un proyecto de aprendizaje técnico y teórico partiendo de las raíces danzarias como danzante, yumbo, yaraví, raymis, fandango, sanjuanitos, capizhcas, y bomba.

Ages 12–15

Sunday, October 25 (1)

Nocturnal Seining and Shore ExplorationoutdoorFREE

Nocturnal Seining and Shore Exploration

Fort Totten Front Gate · Bayside

Our experienced Urban Park Rangers teach the ecology of our waterways on every seining program. Get ready to get your hands wet; seining programs use nets to catch fish. All equipment is provided; thi

Ages 8+
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