Gowanus Kids Activities Calendar

41 activities this month

Sunday, April 5

Sakura Japanese Makers Market — April 5

Industry City

Celebrate Japanese culture with a cherry blossom-inspired market featuring handmade goods, craft activities, and pottery workshops.

art Free Gowanus

Open Hearth Baking Day at the Old Stone House

The Old Stone House

Families can join a community baking day at the historic outdoor oven and learn about traditional methods.

general Donation Up to 12y Gowanus

Kids Day: Brooklyn Nets v. Washington Wizards

Barclays Center

Brooklyn Nets basketball game with kids giveaway for first 5000 kids.

general From $23 Up to 12y Gowanus

Mini-Ninja Drop-In Class — April 5

Brooklyn Ninja Academy

A high-energy obstacle course class designed specifically for young ninjas ages 4 to 5.

sports Check website 4y-5y Gowanus

Monday, April 6

Early Language Class — April 6

St. Pauls Carroll St.

A specialized class led by a speech therapist focusing on early language development through music and play.

stories Paid Up to 4y Gowanus

Babies & Books at Pacific Library

Pacific Library

A lapsit storytime featuring songs, rhymes, and books specifically designed for infants and their caregivers.

stories Free Up to 18mo Gowanus

Tuesday, April 7

Tuesday Morning Music with Kyle Tigges — April 7

Jalopy Theatre

A lively morning music session for kids and families at the historic Jalopy Theatre.

music Check website Gowanus

PSP Babies Meetup in Prospect Park — April 7

Prospect Park

A weekly gathering for parents and their babies to socialize outdoors.

general Free Up to 12mo Gowanus

Wednesday, April 8

Lavender Blues at Pacific Library

Pacific Library

A high-energy music and movement performance for babies and toddlers featuring traditional and original nursery rhymes.

music Free Up to 5y Gowanus

Toddler Time (Walkers) — April 8

St. Paul's Episcopal Church (Carroll Gardens Library off-site program)

Off-site Carroll Gardens storytime for walking toddlers with books, songs, and movement (stroller valet available).

stories Free 18mo-3y Gowanus

Wednesday Greenmarket at Bartel-Pritchard Square — April 8

Bartel-Pritchard Square

Shop for fresh local produce and goods at this weekly neighborhood market near Prospect Park.

outdoors Free Gowanus

Babies & Books (Lapsit) — April 8

St. Paul's Episcopal Church (Carroll Gardens Library off-site program)

Lapsit storytime for non-walkers with songs, rhymes, and board books (best for infants).

stories Free Up to 17mo Gowanus

Lil Boppers Toddler Hip-Hop Class — April 8

Atlantic Terminal Mall (2nd Floor)

A fun and energetic hip-hop dance class designed for toddlers ages 1.5 to 3 years old.

music Check website 18mo-3y Gowanus

Thursday, April 9

Puppetsburg Interactive Show at PlayWell Brooklyn

PlayWell Brooklyn

An interactive, contemporary puppet show for young children featuring dancing, music, bubbles, and dress-up.

general $45 Up to 6y Gowanus

Spring Recess Mini Camp: Printing at Textile Arts Center

Textile Arts Center

A full-day workshop where children explore textile printing processes and enjoy outdoor play.

art $180 5y-11y Gowanus

PSP Babies Meetup at Beer Street — April 9

Beer Street South

A relaxed afternoon meetup for parents and babies at a local neighborhood spot.

general Free Up to 12mo Gowanus

Friday, April 10

Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair at Powerhouse Arts

Powerhouse Arts

A community art fair with live demonstrations and dedicated spaces for families to engage with printmaking.

art Children 18 & under Free Up to 12y Gowanus

Storytime in the Garden — April 10

Amazing Garden

All-ages outdoor storytime at Amazing Garden celebrating spring with stories and songs (weather permitting).

stories Free Up to 12y Gowanus

Baby Meetup at Wild East — April 10

Wild East Brewing Co.

Join other local families for a casual Friday afternoon baby meetup.

general Free Up to 2y Gowanus

Saturday, April 11

Community Joy Family Day — April 11

Bric House

Free afternoon of community fun with children's book giveaways, art-making, readings, live music, dancing, food, and giveaways.

general Free Up to 12y Gowanus

Saturday Greenmarket at Grand Army Plaza — April 11

Grand Army Plaza

Visit Brooklyn's largest greenmarket for a massive selection of local produce, baked goods, and more.

outdoors Free Gowanus

Sunday, April 12

Mini-Ninja Drop-In Class — April 12

Brooklyn Ninja Academy

A high-energy obstacle course class designed specifically for young ninjas ages 4 to 5.

sports Check website 4y-5y Gowanus

Family Canoe Adventure on the Gowanus Canal

Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club

A guided canoe tour for families to explore the ecology and history of the Gowanus Canal with educational activities for kids.

outdoors $10 per person 4y+ Gowanus

Monday, April 13

Early Language Class — April 13

St. Pauls Carroll St.

A recurring Monday class led by a speech therapist to support early communication skills in young children.

stories Paid Up to 4y Gowanus

Tuesday, April 14

Tuesday Morning Music with Kyle Tigges — April 14

Jalopy Theatre

A lively morning music session for kids and families at the historic Jalopy Theatre.

music Check website Gowanus

PSP Babies Meetup in Prospect Park — April 14

Prospect Park

Connect with other parents and babies during this recurring Tuesday park meetup.

general Free Up to 12mo Gowanus

Wednesday, April 15

Lil Boppers Toddler Hip-Hop Class — April 15

Atlantic Terminal Mall (2nd Floor)

A fun and energetic hip-hop dance class designed for toddlers ages 1.5 to 3 years old.

music Check website 18mo-3y Gowanus

Wednesday Greenmarket at Bartel-Pritchard Square — April 15

Bartel-Pritchard Square

Shop for fresh local produce and goods at this weekly neighborhood market near Prospect Park.

outdoors Free Gowanus

Kids Art Workshop: Canal Creatures

ShapeShifter Lab

Children create art inspired by the wildlife and environment of the Gowanus Canal using recycled materials.

art Free 5y-12y Gowanus

Brooklyn NYC Family Resource Fair — April 15

Brooklyn Public Library - Sunset Park Branch

A community event connecting families with essential child care resources, educational tools, and local services.

general Free Gowanus

Tween Book Group — April 15

Greenlight Bookstore

A monthly book discussion group for tweens to share their thoughts on contemporary middle-grade literature.

stories Free 9y-13y Gowanus

Thursday, April 16

Kids Create (Ages 4–12) — April 16

Brooklyn Public Library — Pacific Library

After-school craft hour where kids make a take-home project at the Pacific Library meeting room.

art Free 4y-12y Gowanus

PSP Babies Meetup at Beer Street — April 16

Beer Street South

Weekly Thursday afternoon meetup for parents and their little ones.

general Free Up to 12mo Gowanus

Friday, April 17

Baby Meetup at Wild East — April 17

Wild East Brewing Co.

A recurring Friday afternoon gathering for parents and babies in Gowanus.

general Free Up to 2y Gowanus

Saturday, April 18

BAMKids: Love Our Earth — April 18

Brooklyn Academy of Music

Explore climate action through creativity, music, and community connection at this interactive Earth Day event.

general Free 3y-10y Gowanus

BAMKids presents Love Our Earth — April 18

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)

A special family-friendly event focused on environmental care and creativity.

outdoors Free Gowanus

Saturday Greenmarket at Grand Army Plaza — April 18

Grand Army Plaza

Visit Brooklyn's largest greenmarket for a massive selection of local produce, baked goods, and more.

outdoors Free Gowanus

Sunday, April 19

Spring Blooming Hike in Prospect Park

Prospect Park Picnic House

Guided hike to identify spring flowers and trees and learn their ecosystem roles.

general FREE Up to 12y Gowanus

Mini-Ninja Drop-In Class — April 19

Brooklyn Ninja Academy

A high-energy obstacle course class designed specifically for young ninjas ages 4 to 5.

sports Check website 4y-5y Gowanus

Spring Blooming Hike — April 19

Prospect Park

Learn about the flowers and trees in full bloom during this guided nature walk through Prospect Park.

outdoors Free Gowanus

Wednesday, April 22

The Big Brooklyn Playdate — April 22

Brooklyn Public Library - Central Library

Fun games and activities for young children encouraging early literacy, with Toddler Zone featuring hands-on STEM sensory play.

general Free Gowanus

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