Things to Do with Kids in NYC on Sunday, Sep 20, 2026

NYC Parks lists free drop-in programs — swim, enrichment, multi-sport, basketball and art — at roughly 160 different recreation centers and pools spread across all five boroughs. Offerings include Youth Open Access…

Climate Week is a great time to be crafty and eco-friendly. Upcycle a t-shirt into a stylish tote bag that you can take to the farmer’s market, library, or just about anywhere. No sewing is required to create the tote…

The autumn equinox is the start of fall and a rare moment when day and night are in perfect balance. Let’s learn about the sun’s movements in our sky and make sundials to discover a simple way of telling time. At…

The autumn equinox is the start of fall and a rare moment when day and night are in perfect balance.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association to safely observe the central star of our solar system. Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a…

Are you looking to learn how to play softball or hoping to improve your game during the offseason? This all-girls softball program will help you keep the rust off your game and get you ready for the softball season.…

Find balance in breath, movement and garden exploration during this month's Kids on the Move. Participants will find early signs of autumn, reminders of summer, and a chance to explore their balance on the beautiful…

Find balance in breath, movement and garden exploration during this month's Kids on the Move.

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 five boroughs.…

ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Environmental Education Center is a year-round space, located at 99 Plymouth Street in DUMBO. It is the home base for our thriving education program which…

During the 2026 season, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie…

The Summer Sports Experience program participants receive age-appropriate instruction through organized clinics, skill stations, drills, conditioning, and live game situations led by experienced NYC Parks staff

The Summer Sports Experience program engages children in active outdoor play. An NYC Parks staff member leads free activities in NYC's playground

Help band butterflies to track the slow decline of the critical monarch species (all the more reason to plant pollinator gardens wherever possible!). Community science data collected on this day adds to a national study.