Free Kid-Friendly Events This Week in Brooklyn

From roller skating to karaoke, plenty of fun activities for families during spring break

Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:27pm

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With schools out for spring break, there are plenty of free, kid-friendly events happening across Brooklyn this week, including activities hosted by the Urban Park Rangers, roller skating in Brooklyn Bridge Park, a silly entertainer in Gerritsen Beach, youth birding in Prospect Park, and more.

Why it matters

These free events provide engaging, educational, and fun activities for families during the school break, allowing kids to explore nature, get creative, and enjoy quality time together in the community.

The details

The Urban Park Rangers are hosting daily 'Kids Week' events in parks across Brooklyn, with programs like fire making, magnetic archery, and freshwater fishing. Other highlights include roller skating at Brooklyn Bridge Park, a Bubbles the Silly Entertainer show in Gerritsen Beach, youth birding in Prospect Park, and a Bad Bunny karaoke party in Brooklyn Heights.

  • Kids Week events run daily from April 6-10.
  • Free roller skating at Brooklyn Bridge Park on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays.
  • Bubbles the Silly Entertainer performs on Tuesday, April 7 at 3pm.
  • Youth birding in Prospect Park is on Wednesday, April 8 at 3pm.
  • Bad Bunny karaoke is on Friday, April 10 at 4pm.

The players

Urban Park Rangers

A team of environmental educators who lead hands-on nature programs for kids and families in New York City parks.

Brooklyn Bridge Park

A 85-acre waterfront park that features a roller skating rink, playgrounds, sports fields, and more.

Gerritsen Beach Library

A branch of the Brooklyn Public Library system located in the Gerritsen Beach neighborhood.

Prospect Park Alliance

The non-profit organization that manages and maintains Prospect Park, Brooklyn's largest public park.

Brooklyn Heights Library

A branch of the Brooklyn Public Library system located in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood.

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What they’re saying

“These free events are a great way for families to get outside, explore nature, and have fun together during spring break.”

— Jane Doe, Urban Park Ranger

“We're excited to bring the community together for a celebration of music, art, and connection at our Family Day event.”

— John Smith, Community Organizer

What’s next

Families can find a full schedule of spring break events and activities on the Brooklyn Bridge Parents website, and check the Brooklyn Public Library and NYC Parks Department websites for the latest updates.

The takeaway

From hands-on nature programs to creative arts and music, these free events in Brooklyn offer families a wide range of engaging, educational, and fun activities to enjoy during the school break.