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This Weekend>Upper West Side

Events in Upper West Side This Weekend

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.

Top Picks

1Top Pick
Soccer for 4-5 Year OldsFREE

Soccer for 4-5 Year Olds

Sun, 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

Ages 4–5

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.

2Top Pick
Summer on the Hudson: Forest BathingoutdoorFREE

Summer on the Hudson: Forest Bathing

Sat, 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.

3Top Pick
Summer on the Hudson: Tai Chimartial_artsFREE

Summer on the Hudson: Tai Chi

Sun, 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.

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Soccer for 2.5-3 Year OldsFREE

Soccer for 2.5-3 Year Olds

Sun, 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

Ages 3–3
Soccer for 6-8 Year OldsFREE

Soccer for 6-8 Year Olds

Sun, 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

Ages 6–8
Twinkle Toes Ballet  2.5-6FREE

Twinkle Toes Ballet 2.5-6

Sat, 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

Ages 3–6
Saturday Karate ClassFREE

Saturday Karate Class

Sat, 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,

Ages 3–6
Soccer for 2.5-3 Year OldsFREE

Soccer for 2.5-3 Year Olds

Sat, 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

Ages 3–3
Soccer for 4-5 Year OldsFREE

Soccer for 4-5 Year Olds

Sat, 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

Ages 4–5
Summer on the Hudson: Sun Gaze SundaysFREE

Summer on the Hudson: Sun Gaze Sundays

Sun, 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.

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