New York City is taking advantage of the warmer weather with tons of outdoor events like a Children’s Carnival in Central Park, Sproutfest at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the Family Overnight Safari at the Bronx Zoo, the 14th Annual Egg Rolls and Egg Creams Festival, and even an It’s Almost Summer Celebration at Wagner Park! If staying in the cool indoors is more your family’s style, be sure to check out a special series of puppet video shorts with BAM Rose Cinemas.
Saturday, June 7
Sproutfest
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
12pm-4pm
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is celebrating 100 years of kids in the garden—and everyone is invited! Take a fun rumpus on the scenic Cherry Esplanade; enjoy face paint, live musical performances, and storytelling on the tractor stage; or play silly games like brussel sprout bowling, peacock feather balancing, and vegetable hopscotch! Children will also get the chance to design their own dream garden and pot a tomato plant at a special workshop. Free with garden admission
Children’s Carnival
The Carnival of Love Foundation
7pm-11pm
The Carnival of Love Foundation is hosting its 1st annual Children’s Carnival at Central Park. The night of fun for the whole family supports children’s wellness, nutrition and fitness, with a special focus on obesity and diabetes. $50 adults, $30 children over 2
Saturday, June 7 -Sunday, June 8
Family Overnight Safari
Bronx Zoo
Sat. 4:30pm-Sun. 10am
Ever wanted to have a sleepover at a zoo? For kids ages 5 and up, this animal adventure will be an unforgettable evening of fun! The overnight safari offers a variety of great activities including educational programs, late-night snacks, and even a few mysterious surprises. For the optimal experience, families must bring their own tent, sleeping bags, and picnic dinner (dessert, snacks, and breakfast will be provided). Don’t miss out on this wonderful tradition, and be sure to pick up a commemorative t-shirt! $175 members, $185 non-members
Sunday, June 8
Puppets on Film: Best of Shortstack
BAM Rose Cinemas: Peter Jay Sharp Theater
2pm
As part of their movie matinee series, BAMKids is hosting this fantastic collection of shorts from Puppets on Film at BAMcinématek. With a range of clips, the “Best of” showing will have a little something for everyone. Some highlight shorts include “I Knew a Lady Who Swallowed a Fly,” “Elmo’s Got the Moves,” and “The Country Mouse and the City Mouse.” Children $7, Adults $9
14th Annual Egg Rolls and Egg Creams Festival
Museum at Eldridge St.
12pm-4pm
Families will have a blast at this annual festival celebrating both Chinese and Jewish culture! Language lessons, mah jongg, food, opera, acrobatics, music, and much more will keep little ones entertained all Sunday long. Free
Almost Summer Celebration
Wagner Park
11am-2pm
It’s almost summer and Wagner Park is ready to have some fun! The multicultural festivities at this incredible event include a live pop-rock concert from Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could, Hoop of Life Native American Dances with Ty Defoe, and a special Play Me a Story performance of The Hatseller and the Monkeys. Don’t miss great art activities open to all ages! Free
