New York Kids Events This Weekend February 28th - March 1st 2026

February 28th - March 1st 2026United StatesLast updated: Recently

Get ready for a busy final weekend of February and the start of March! We have comedy shows, free sports clinics, family arts and crafts, and a vibrant cultural festival wrapping up in Chinatown. Don't miss the Canopy Dance Open House on Saturday or the Milna Market on Sunday.

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· February 28

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FREE : Head up to Wave Hill to channel the natural world and make some music! This drop-in session encourages kids to listen to the sounds around them—like the wind or owls—and translate them into art.It's a perfect, creative morning activity in the Bronx that lets kids engage with nature through art.

📍Wave Hill, Bronx· 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · All ages · Free

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Family Art Project: Sounds of Nature

Families can create and decorate their own musical instruments inspired by the sounds of nature, like the breeze through trees or the hoot of an owl.

WhenSat, Feb 28, 2026 10:00AM – 1:00PM
WhereMeet at Wave Hill House, 4900 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
PriceFree with admission to the grounds

FREE : A free indoor sports and community event happening in Park Slope. Perfect for kids who need to burn off some energy before the weekend ends.It’s a fantastic free offering focusing on sports for elementary and middle school aged kids.

📍Brooklyn Basketball Training Center, Park Slope· 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM · Kids (5-8), Tweens (9-12) · Free

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CAMPTOPIA

CAMPTOPIA is Brooklyn's biggest summer camp fair where families can explore over 35 summer camps and enjoy over 30 free, hands-on activities for children ages 3 to 13.

WhenSaturday, Feb 28 from 11 am to 2 pm
WhereBrooklyn Basketball Training Center, 140 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
PriceFree (for entry/activities, costs for camps not specified)
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Catch a free, one-hour community concert featuring accordionist Hanzhi Wang at the Brooklyn Heights Library. This is an all-ages event happening indoors.It's a free, accessible, and high-quality musical event perfect for families looking for a relaxing Saturday afternoon.

📍Brooklyn Heights Library, Brooklyn Heights· 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM · All ages · Free

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Music for Autism Presents: Accordionist Hanzhi Wang

An interactive, in-person, autism-friendly concert featuring Hanzhi Wang, the only accordionist to ever win a place on the Young Concert Artists roster, allowing families to experience the magic of the accordion.

WhenFeb 28, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
WhereBrooklyn Heights Library, Multipurpose Room, 286 Cadman Plaza West, Brooklyn, NY 11201
PriceFree
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : This Downtown Brooklyn studio is offering free dance classes all day long this Saturday! It's a great way for babies, toddlers, and older kids to sample movement classes.The free dance class format is excellent for sampling activities for a huge range of ages, from infants through tweens.

📍Canopy Dance, Downtown Brooklyn· 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Babies (0-1), Toddlers & Preschoolers (1-4), Kids (5-8), Tweens (9-12) · Free

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Canopy Dance – Open House: Feb 28th 2026-Free dance classes!

Families can enjoy free sample dance classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, K-pop, and creative movement for children ages 1 to 10 at the Canopy Dance Studio ahead of their official opening.

WhenFebruary 28, 2026, 9 am to 5 pm
WhereCanopy Dance Studio: 118 N 11th St, 3rd Floor Brooklyn, NY 11249
PriceFree 30-minute sample classes
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Take the family to Staten Island for a fun hour-long scavenger hunt led by Urban Park Rangers, inspired by mobile games like Pokemon Go.It merges tech concepts with outdoor exploration, making it appealing to a wide range of kids.

📍Bloomingdale Park, Staten Island· 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · All ages · Free

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Metaverse Scavenger Hunt

Kids can join Urban Park Rangers for a nature scavenger hunt inspired by popular mobile games, searching for real-life elements that inspired fictional creatures.

WhenSaturday, February 28, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
WherePlayground in Bloomingdale Park, Ramona and Lenevar Avenues, Staten Island
PriceFree

: This tipsy scoop location in Queens is hosting an ice cream sundae decorating class specifically for kids on Saturday afternoon.It’s an excellent indoor activity in Queens that guarantees a fun, edible craft project.

📍Tipsy Scoop Queens, Astoria· 1:00 PM · Kids · Not mentioned

🏠indoor🎨workshopAll ages

NEW-Kids Class! Ice Cream Sundae Decorating in Astoria

Kids can enjoy a 1.5-hour class decorating their own non-alcoholic ice cream sundaes with fun candy toppings while parents sample boozy flavors.

WhenSaturday, February 28, 1:00 PM
WhereTipsy Scoop Queens, 38-15 23rd Avenue, Astoria, NY 11105
Price$35.00
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : This is a great opportunity for Bronx families to check out local charter school options alongside a kids activity expo happening in the afternoon.It perfectly combines educational planning for parents with fun activities for the kids in the Bronx.

📍Gauchos Gym, Bronx· 1:00 PM · All ages · Free

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Bronx Charter School Fair & Kids Activity Expo

A fair where families can meet charter school representatives, explore afterschool programs, and enjoy family fun activities like robotics demos, ping pong, and face painting.

WhenFebruary 28, 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
WhereGauchos Gym, 478 Gerard Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10451
PriceFREE
BookingRequired — book in advance

· March 1

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FREE : Check out this free market event in Sunset Park on Sunday, featuring food, drinks, and community vibes that welcome everyone from babies to teens.It's a free, all-ages community market marking the start of March in a popular Brooklyn destination.

📍Industry City, Sunset Park· 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM · All ages · Free

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Milna Market

Milna Market is a curated South Asian pop-up market featuring over 40 South Asian brands and makers across various categories, offering a day of community, discovery, and shopping with activities like carrom and henna.

WhenSun, March 1 | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Where5-2-A at Industry City, 33 35th St, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11232
PriceFree to attend – RSVP Required
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Free clinic in Queens focused on teaching softball skills to girls aged 6 to 12. They will be hitting, throwing, and catching indoors.It’s a targeted, free sports clinic available on Sunday morning for girls interested in learning softball.

📍Al Oerter Recreation Center, Queens· 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Ages 6-12 · Free

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Girl's Winter Softball Clinics (ages 6-12)

This all-girl's softball program helps participants keep their skills sharp and get ready for the 2026 softball season by practicing hitting, throwing, and catching during the winter.

WhenSunday, March 1, 2026, 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
WhereGymnasium (Court) in Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Ave., Queens
PriceFree

Also On· anytime this weekend

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: Similar to the Astoria event, the Brooklyn Tipsy Scoop location is hosting a kids' ice cream sundae decorating class in Williamsburg on Saturday.Gives families in Brooklyn a chance to do a fun, hands-on activity at a popular local spot.

📍Tipsy Scoop Brooklyn, Williamsburg🔄 Recurring· 12:00 PM · Kids · Not mentioned

🏠indoor🎨workshopAll ages

NEW-Kids Class! Ice Cream Sundae Decorating in Brooklyn

Kids will enjoy making their own non-alcoholic ice cream sundaes with fun candy toppings during this 1.5-hour decorating class, while parents get to taste boozy flavors.

WhenSaturday, February 28th at 12PM, Saturday, March 28th at 12PM
WhereTipsy Scoop Brooklyn, 270 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Price$35.00
BookingRequired — book in advance

: This is the absolute last chance to try the fun ice bumper cars at Bryant Park this season! Glide, spin, and bump on the ice for quick 10-minute rides.This is the final day (Feb 28th) for this unique, playful winter activity at a classic NYC spot.

📍Bryant Park, Midtown🔄 Recurring· All Day · All ages · Not mentioned

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Bump around on Ice Bumper Cars

Families and friends can bump, slide, and spin on ice bumper cars, an activity great for guests aged 7 and up.

WhenAvailable through Saturday, February 28 (based on past info: Friday, January 9 to Saturday, February 28)
WhereBryant Park, New York, United States (Address not fully specified, but location is implied)
PriceCost/range not specified; booking required
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Take the little ones (ages 1-8) to this interactive and outrageous family comedy show in Brooklyn. Multiple listings confirm a performance on this Saturday.It’s an established indoor show specifically tailored for toddlers and younger kids for their Saturday entertainment.

📍ShapeShifter Lab, Park Slope🔄 Recurring· 2:00 PM · Toddlers & Preschoolers (1-4), Kids (5-8) · Paid

🏠indoor🎭theatre5-11 yrs

“Show Up, Kids!” Interactive Family Comedy in Park Slope

This is a long-running, outrageously interactive comedy show for kids where the audience helps the hapless host create the entire show from scratch in a 45-minute laughfest when the main attraction doesn't show up.

WhenSaturdays at 2:00 p.m. from February 7, 2026 to February 28, 2026
WhereShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union St, Brooklyn, 11215
PriceCost/range not specified, but booking required (implying cost)
BookingRequired — book in advance

Frequently Asked Questions

What free kids events are on in New York this weekend?

This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are 7 free events! Check out the Canopy Dance Open House on Saturday for free classes, the free Sr. Knicks Basketball League session on Saturday morning, or the Milna Market on Sunday.

Are there any events happening on Sunday, March 1st?

Yes! Sunday has the Milna Market at Industry City, a second chance for the Family Art Project at Wave Hill, a Girl's Winter Softball Clinic in Queens, and the UES Camp Fair.

Is there anything wrapping up this Saturday, Feb 28th?

Yes, the Ice Bumper Cars at Bryant Park close forever after Saturday. Also, the Canopy Dance Open House and CAMPTOPIA are happening Saturday only.

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