May 15-16, 2026
This weekend on the Upper West Side offers preschoolers a mix of structured instruction and open-ended play. Whether your child is drawn to creative arts, outdoor sports, or active exploration, these three events span different activity types to help you find the right fit for your family's weekend.
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
Twinkle Toes Ballet introduces preschoolers to creative movement and basic ballet vocabulary while building balance and musicality. This structured class helps develop body awareness and an appreciation for storytelling through dance.
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
Soccer for 4-5 Year Olds focuses on fundamental skills like dribbling and trapping through expert-led drills, giving older preschoolers hands-on experience in a team sport setting. The Central Park location offers outdoor play that combines skill-building with natural space exploration.
From $30Sat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
FunFit HQ · Upper West Side
Open play for children to climb, bounce, twirl and socialize in an unstructured environment. Let your little one play freely in our kids space that features climbing, gymnastic mats, sports equipment
Weekend Open Play at FunFit HQ provides unstructured time for preschoolers to climb, bounce, and interact with peers in a dedicated kids' space. This type of free play supports social interaction and physical confidence-building across all developmental stages.
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
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,
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.
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.
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.
artFREESun, May 17 · 11:00 AM
Parkour Park · Upper West Side
Build your strength, agility, coordination, and mobility with fun drills, partner exercises, and games.
From $50Sat, May 16 · 9:30 AM
Spark Studio · Upper West Side
A Spark Trial Class is a special invitation for your child to experience what makes Spark truly unique. Through art, yoga, meditation, and nature inspired creativity, children engage in a thoughtful a