May 15-16, 2026
The Upper West Side offers free family activities across multiple categories this weekend, from sports instruction to wellness experiences. This selection spans structured athletic coaching, nature-based mindfulness, and gentle movement practices—giving families flexibility to choose activities that match their children's energy levels and interests.
FREESun, May 17 · 11:00 AM
Central Park - Great Hill UWS · Upper West Side
Kids dive headfirst into the soccer universe, mastering the art of dribbling, trapping, and kicking the ball through a whirlwind of exciting drills led by expert educators and coaches. With pint-sized
Children ages 4-5 can develop foundational soccer skills like dribbling and trapping on Sunday morning at Central Park's Great Hill, with instruction from expert coaches in a structured drill-based format.
outdoorFREESat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
River Run Playground · Upper West Side
Join us and reconnect with nature on a guided walk led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Lori Klamner.
A guided forest bathing walk on Saturday morning at River Run Playground offers families a nature-focused alternative to structured activity, led by a certified Forest Therapy Guide.
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.
Sunday's early morning Tai Chi class at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument introduces a low-impact martial art suitable for all fitness levels, providing a slower-paced wellness option for the weekend.
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
FREESun, May 17 · 12:00 PM
Central Park - Great Hill UWS · Upper West Side
Our seasoned crew gets a boost with specialized training sessions, diving into fun games and activities to sharpen their skills. We cheer for solo play to boost confidence and efficiency. Plus, we spi
FREESat, May 16 · 10:15 AM
UWS Ripley Grier · Upper West Side
This class is to allow students to experience the joy of ballet! We believe it is important for students to learn balance, creative movement, basic ballet vocabulary, musicality, balance, and storytel
FREESat, May 16 · 9:00 AM
Ripley-Grier Studios · Upper West Side
This class equips students with essential self-defense skills while fostering discipline for both mind and body. The focus will be on self-improvement, individual growth, self-control, concentration,
FREESat, May 16 · 9:00 AM
Central Park - 86th Street 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
FREESat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
Central Park - 86th Street UWS · Upper West Side
Kids dive headfirst into the soccer universe, mastering the art of dribbling, trapping, and kicking the ball through a whirlwind of exciting drills led by expert educators and coaches. With pint-sized
FREESun, May 17 · 1:00 PM
Pier I · Upper West Side
Join the Amateur Astronomers Association to safely observe the central star of our solar system.