The Top 10 Best Family Events This Weekend (October 13-15)

Honk NYC: 11th Annual Street Band Explosion
Get ready to hear some bold funky beats and groove to the swing of the brass brands at Honk NYC’s 11th Annual Street Band Explosion. This free annual extravaganza provides brass musicians and entertainers from across the globe with the opportunity to jam throughout New York City. Join in the fun and enjoy the sounds of traditional grassroots brass and percussion music. (Tuesday-Sunday) Photo: Satish Indofunk via Flickr
"The Young King" at the New Victory Theater
Take out your nicest shoes, put on your fanciest clothes, and prepare to witness the coronation of the young king. Come to the New Victory Theater to watch and engage in the Oscar Wilde classic, “The Young King.” Enjoy this interactive play as you see, touch, and discover the magic and mystery of this Australian production. On Fridays, the 7pm show will be open to the public. Stop by the 11am, 3pm, or 7pm showings on Saturdays. On Sundays, look forward to the 11am or 3pm showings. Recommended for ages 8 and up. (Beginning Friday) Photo: Andy Ellis via slingsby.net.au
"Hansel & Gretel's Halloween Adventure" at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre
This exciting production of “Hansel and Gretel,” Halloween style, will get you psyched for a night of costumes and candy. Watch as the siblings embark on an adventure around Central Park on Halloween night. They’ll encounter pirates, vampires, monsters, and more! (Beginning Friday) Photo: cityparksfoundation.org
Kids Fest: Stages in the Square in Madison Square Park
Join other NYC families in Madison Square Park this Saturday for the park’s third annual performing arts fest for children! Throughout the day two stages will feature musical and theatrical performances, workshops, and storytelling for ages 0 through 12 and their families. Performers scheduled to appear include Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, WonderSpark Puppets, Sammie and Tudie’s Comedy Magic Circus, the Story Pirates, Mario the Maker Magician, It’s Showtime NYC, Falu’s Bazaar, and others. There will also be face painting, lawn games, and much more. Plus fill up on mouth-watering grub from local eateries. (Saturday) Photo: madisonsquarepark.org
Carnegie Hall Family Concert: "Peter and the Wolf and Other Stories" at Carnegie Hall
Experience the Orchestra of St. Luke's like never before as they return to Carnegie Hall with three family-friendly stories. Witness Prokofiev’s classic “Peter and the Wolf“ alongside two new compositions: Caroline Shaw’s adaption of “The Mountain that Loved a Bird“ by Alice McLerran and Robert Xavier Rodriguez’s adaption of “The Dot and the Line“ by Norton Juster. See all these fantastic stories performed with actor John Lithgow as the narrator. Recommended for ages 6 through 12. (Saturday) Photo: oslmusic.org
Open House New York
For two days each October, Open House New York opens hundreds of sites across the five boroughs—from the historical to the contemporary, and the residential to the industrial—for tours, talks, performances, and additional special events. Family-friendly sites this year include the African Burial Ground National Monument, the Sims Sunset Park Material Recovery Facility, and the King Manor Museum. There are plenty of happenings just for kids—such as scavenger hunts, special tours, and art-making—around the city. Check the event's website for more details and to make reservations. This event will take place rain or shine; some activities require advance registration. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: Rich Lemonie via commons.wikimedia.org
"PJ Masks Live!: Time to be a Hero" at the Theater at Madison Square Garden
Following the characters from the popular kid’s show, “PJ Masks Live!: A Time To Be A Hero” features Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko as they try to save everyone from trouble. This fun-filled performance at the Theater at Madison Square Garden will feature new music and songs. Check out the venue's website to see the featured show times. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: Wilton Brothers Photography
Lower East Side Pickle Day
In a pickle for what to do on Sunday? The Lower East Side Pickle Day will feature more than 20 picklers, live music, face painting, a pickle toss, and giant games! Don’t worry, even if you aren’t a fan of pickled food there will be other food vendors as well. (Sunday) Photo: facebook.com
Halloween Howl and Healthy Hound Fair in Carl Schurz Park
A Sunday isn’t complete until you watch more than 200 pups strut around in dog-sized Halloween costumes. Hosted in Carl Schurz Park, the pooches will compete to win the costume contest with fashion industry experts acting as judges. (Sunday) Photo: carlschurzpark.org
Harvest Festival on Randall's Island
The annual harvest festival on Randall’s Island is back, with a fresh crop of crops! To celebrate the bounty of the earth, there will be face painting, live music, self-guided tours of the farm, and a Randall’s Island Chef Showdown. Your kids will love eating these vegetables! (Sunday) Photo: randallsisland.org

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

Monstrous Family fun returns with Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort! &nbsp; The signature children&rsquo;s Halloween event kicks off October 3rd&nbsp;when the Park transforms into a bewitching party filled with candy, seasonal shows, and Halloween themed LEGO characters. The event runs on all operating dates in October, with all festivities included in general admission. Meet LEGO Monster characters like Spider Lady and Wacky Witch and make your way to the treat stations around the Park. Don&rsquo;t forget your costumes! &nbsp; New for 2024: Monster Party Nights at LEGOLAND New York Hotel! Book a Brick-or-Treat overnight package in October to enjoy extra sweet Halloween-themed fun after a day in the Park. Hotel guests will have the opportunity to eat breakfast with a Monster, participate in themed crafts and LEGO builds, rock out at the Monster Dance Party each night, and more! &nbsp; AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort, the ultimate LEGO&reg; theme park destination, for kids ages two through twelve and their families. Ride, climb, and build your way through seven LEGO themed lands. &nbsp;

This Is Cooperstown

Nicknamed America's hometown, Cooperstown has small-town charm and world-class attractions including the National Baseball Hall of Fame &amp; Museum, a must-see for fans of the game and the ultimate homage to America's Pastime. Discover fine, folk, and Native American art at Fenimore Art Museum, acclaimed and varied performances at the Glimmerglass Festival, craft beer at Brewery Ommegang and Red Shed Brewery, fresh cider from the Fly Creek Cider Mill, great restaurants, four-season events, and outdoor fun.

A-Game Sports

<div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> A-Game Sports is a premier provider of sports camps, programming and instruction for kids of all ages ranging from toddlers to teens. As an instructional and recreational youth sports facility, our goal is to make athletics a rewarding experience for all kids. A-Game Sports is located in New Rochelle, NY, and offers camps, lessons, customized programs for more than 10 sports and rental space for private events. A-Game Sports was founded in 2013 by two guys who decided that it was time to do what they truly love in life. Since then, we've made the ideology of fusing hard work and fun into a reality. Our dedicated staff of professional coaches share their enthusiasm with kids of all ages and skill levels that take part in our programs. </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> &nbsp; </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> With turfed fields for soccer, lacrosse, field hockey and flag football, batting cages and tunnels for baseball and softball, and various basketball programs, A-Game Sports is one of the premiere sports facilities for kids and adults of any age. Aspiring athletes and fitness enthusiasts will benefit from our many strength and conditioning programs, while children new to sports will learn skills and techniques within their chosen sport, all while having a great time and keeping the game fun. </div>