Family events in The Bronx, NY

Join Molly Mouse and the team at Play Hooray for a playful session packed with movement, singing, and kid-friendly fun. This program is recommended for children ages 6 months to 5 years, and registration is required. The page notes registration is closed because the event is full.

Stop by for Free Play at Will with toys and coloring activities designed for kids ages 0 to 5. It is a drop-in event with no registration required.

Get ready for an action-packed hour of Water Tag, a mix of laser tag and water battles. This registration is for the Group Play session for ages 13 and up. Check-in begins at 5:15 PM, and if you arrive after a game starts, you may need to wait for the next round if there is room. Registration is required and capacity is limited, first-come, first-served.

Free live music fills the Yonkers Waterfront with the Yonkers Waterfront Live Concert Series at Yonkers Pier. Catch live bands, unwind beside the water, and enjoy a family friendly atmosphere. The lineup will be announced. For notices about any relocation or cancellation, check @yonkersdowntown.

Travel by bus to New York City for a show, with tickets and transportation included. The cost is 250 per person, with a 150 deposit and the remaining balance due 30 days before. Pickups are in Salisbury, Seaford, and Camden. There will be a little time to visit nearby shops or get something to eat before the performance. After the show, the bus will head home, with one stop on the way up and one on the return.

Open Streets on Amsterdam Avenue turns the thoroughfare into a friendly community scene with games, live music, food, drinks, and opportunities to get moving. Explore the International Makers Market, where locally owned small businesses present jewelry, textiles, handmade clothing, organic body care, home decor, independent art, and more. Connect with neighbors, discover new makers, and enjoy the open street energy. Presented with support from Columbus-Amsterdam BID, OnAirMkts LLC, and NYC DOT.

Enjoy a relaxed Pokémon open play where beginners and veteran Trainers can learn the rules, battle other players, and trade cards in a friendly setting. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and walk-in participation is encouraged. Admission is free.

Elevated Succulents brings a fresh shipment of rare and unusual succulents to the Minthorne Summer Market Series, including colorful collector plants and eye catching driftwood creations. Find handmade driftwood pot arrangements, limited release plant arrivals, one of a kind gifts and home decor, and helpful tips for caring for your plants. The market offers indoor and outdoor shopping with local vendors and a lively community atmosphere. It is open to the public, and free parking is available. Support small businesses and discover new favorites from around Staten Island.

Come play board games and work on puzzles at the library. There’s no registration required, just drop in and enjoy some family-friendly fun.

William United Volleyball Club is hosting tryouts at BQE Fitness in Astoria for two competitive teams, U15 and U17. Players practice three times per week in Long Island City and Astoria and compete in GEVA and AAU tournaments. The club focuses on well-rounded development, helping athletes build skills, confidence, discipline, teamwork, and meaningful connections in a supportive community. To get ready, an intensive training program is available at Q501 Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria, with sessions for beginners, advanced athletes, and experienced club players. For more information or to register, contact Louise at (347) 456-4690.

Cross County Center partners with ArtsWestchester to bring the ArtsMobile for free, family-friendly art classes. Children take part in interactive projects with guidance from a professional teaching artist, then bring home an original piece they created.

Take a refreshing swim and enjoy music at the pool at Tibbetts Brook Park. Participation is free, though admission and parking rules still apply. Westchester County residency is required. This activity is weather permitting, and the schedule is subject to change.

Experience live music with the Johnny Rain Band at Sands Point Preserve in the new outdoor gathering space in the woods behind Castle Gould, known as the Ice House. Curated by Homebrew Music, the sessions feature local artists in a cozy pond-side setting on select Sundays through spring and summer. The music is free with park admission, and parking is $15 per car. Settle into lounge furniture, explore the trails, and enjoy the atmosphere, weather permitting.

Gene DiNapoli brings an oldies set and more to Hawkins Park. Pack a chair, a blanket, and snacks, and enjoy a bit of summer fun.

Explore hands-on ancient technologies and outdoor skills at a camp focused on Native American culture and the natural world. Try spear throwing with an atlatl, learn to make fire without matches, and practice building a safe campfire along with basic survival know-how. Visit the beach to see natural clay deposits, process the clay, and try pottery-making. Enjoy games and storytelling, learn about the importance and uses of trees, and practice animal tracking. Activities also include campfire cooking and foraging with native foods.

Families can stop by for free play in the Sensory Room during the listed open hours. This is not a drop-off program, and the Sensory Room is not supervised by library staff, so parents or guardians must stay and supervise their children at all times.

Enjoy a laid-back session of board games and puzzles at the library. Registration is not required, just drop in and play with what’s available.

Bring the family to Dakota’s On The Cove for a special themed trivia session. It’s an outdoor, friendly competition where everyone can join in, including kids and adults. Expect a fun mix of trivia challenges made for all ages.

Families are welcome to drop in and play in the Sensory Room during these free play hours, no reservation needed. Note that this is not a staffed, supervised program, so parents or guardians must actively supervise their children at all times. The event is geared toward babies, toddlers, and kids, and it is not a drop-off activity.

Join Ed Walsh from Friends of Crestwood Library and Volunteens for a friendly chess game session. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced players are all welcome, and the program is set up for intergenerational fun. If you have your library card, you can also check out a book about chess and join the summer reading program.