May 15-16, 2026
Woodhaven offers families a mix of free outdoor entertainment and creative activities this weekend. From two outdoor movie screenings to a participatory arts experience, there are options for different age groups and interests—whether your family prefers to sit back and watch or get involved in making something.
outdoorFREESat, May 16 · 8:00 PM
Sobelsohn Playground in Forest Park · Woodhaven
Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy-, Grammy-, and Tony-winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet t
Watch Wicked outdoors at Sobelsohn Playground on Saturday evening with no admission cost. This screening brings a popular film to your neighborhood and works well for families with children 6 years and older.
movementFREEFri, May 15 · 8:00 PM
Equity Playground · Woodhaven
NYC Parks and Rec hosts an outdoor screening of Disney's Ratatouille, an animated feature film about a rat who dreams of becoming a chef in Paris.
Ratatouille screens Friday night at Equity Playground as a free, family-friendly option for younger children. The G-rated animated film is suitable for kids 3 and up and offers an early-weekend entertainment option.
artFREESat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
Dry Harbor Playground · Woodhaven
Create your own sand art photo canvas masterpiece using colorful sand to paint the picture of your choice. Rain Date is 5/23
This Saturday morning arts activity at Dry Harbor Playground lets children create sand art photo canvases with no cost or age restrictions. It's a hands-on alternative to screen-based entertainment and runs rain or shine with a backup date.
gymnasticsFrom $75Sat, May 16 · 5:45 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Woodhaven
Tumbling class for ages 5–9 teaches rolling, cartwheels, and basic flips at Studio E School of Dance in Forest Hills. Classes are $75 per session.
balletFrom $108Sat, May 16 · 8:00 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Woodhaven
Ballet class for ages 8–16 focusing on intermediate and advanced technique at Studio E School of Dance in Forest Hills. Classes are $108 per session.
gymnasticsFrom $75Sat, May 16 · 6:45 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Woodhaven
Acrobatics class for ages 7–13. Students learn foundational tumbling skills and body control at Studio E School of Dance in Forest Hills. Classes are $75 per session.
movementFrom $75Sun, May 17 · 6:30 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Woodhaven
Creative movement dance class for ages 3–5 at Studio E School of Dance in Forest Hills. Classes are $75 per session and introduce young dancers to basic movement exploration through music and play.
artFrom $75Sat, May 16 · 6:45 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Woodhaven
Tap dance class for ages 8–15. Students build on fundamental tap techniques at Studio E School of Dance in Forest Hills. Classes are $75 per session.
musicFrom $75Sat, May 16 · 5:45 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Woodhaven
Jazz dance class for ages 8–18+. This intermediate to advanced jazz class at Studio E School of Dance in Forest Hills costs $75 per class and builds technique and choreography skills for dancers with
balletFrom $75Sun, May 17 · 5:30 AM
Studio E School of Dance - Forest Hills · Woodhaven
Ballet technique class for ages 6–12. Students learn foundational positions, movements, and alignment at Studio E School of Dance in Forest Hills. Classes are $75 per session.