KIM: Nostrand Playground
The Kids In Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration. Children can head to the playground during the listed hours of operation to participate. Occasionally a Kids in Motion program may cancelled due to harsh weather or conditions. Please note: We recommend that guardians accompany children participating in this program. Kids in Motion is not a childcare program and NYC Parks is not responsible for the well-being of attendees.
KIM: John J. Carty Park
The Kids In Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Summer Music Concert with Funkytown Playground!
This special event is open to all families, prospective and current, to come start the summer season off right with BumbleBeesRus! This is the perfect chance to experience the fun, creativity, and community that make our center shine.
Free Kayaking
Free public kayaking at Brooklyn Bridge Park is offered throughout the summer on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, and Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Presented in partnership with Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse. All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers — life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Advanced registration required, providing 20 minute timed slots, which open on a rolling basis 2 weeks out from each date.
Much Ado about Nothing at Maria Hernandez Park
Director Rebecca Martínez and Composer Julián Mesri reunite for their third consecutive year with the Mobile Unit to present a 90-minute adaptation of the beloved romantic comedy, Much Ado about Nothing. This new take on the classic tale of love, deception, and misunderstandings blends Spanish, music, and Shakespeare’s timeless wit.
Little Kids, Big Topics – A Workshop for Parents + Caregivers of 0-5 year olds
Little Kids, Big Topics is a 90-minute workshop for parents of young children who want to feel confident answering the big questions when they come. Why This Workshop? Your toddler is already picking up messages about race, gender, fairness, and violence—from the media, their peers, and living life. These topics often show up long before parents are ready—and it’s easy to feel caught off guard. This isn’t about adding more to your to-do list OR politicizing your child. It is about making space to reflect, connect, and build a parenting blueprint that’s rooted in what matters most to you .
Movies Under the Stars: Wicked (2024)
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. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. Rated PG The following movie has been rated PG. Some material may not be suitable for children. The film should be investigated further by parents before they let their younger children attend. Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be promptly posted on our website. For more information visit nyc.gov/parks or call 311. Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.