Red Hook Kids Activities Calendar

43 activities this month

Sunday, April 5

Open Hearth Baking Day

Old Stone House

Join the community for a day of traditional baking at the Old Stone House's outdoor oven.

general Donation Red Hook

Birdwatching: First Sunday Outings — April 5

Prospect Park Audubon Center

Join a guided birdwatching walk through Prospect Park, perfect for families and nature lovers of all ages.

animals Free Red Hook

Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival — April 5

Fifth Avenue between 49th-57th Streets, New York NY

Annual Easter parade on Fifth Avenue featuring creative bonnets and festive spring outfits for families.

general Free Up to 12y Red Hook

Mini-Ninja Drop-In Class — April 5

Brooklyn Ninja Academy

Young children can burn off energy and learn basic ninja skills in this fun, active drop-in class.

sports Check website for pricing 4y-5y Red Hook

Monday, April 6

School Holiday Nature Program — April 6

Prospect Park

Outdoor day camp for children to explore nature in Prospect Park during the school spring recess.

outdoors Varies 3y-9y Red Hook

Blackout Poetry at Red Hook Interim Library

Red Hook Interim Library

Celebrate National Poetry Month by creating your own erasure poetry using existing texts and art supplies.

art Free Red Hook

Learn To Play Basketball at Red Hook Recreation Center

Red Hook Recreation Center

A youth sports clinic designed to teach children the fundamentals of basketball in a community setting.

sports Free 8y-17y Red Hook

Tuesday, April 7

Read and Play at Red Hook Interim Library

Red Hook Interim Library

An inclusive story time for young children featuring stories, songs, and interactive play.

stories Free Up to 5y Red Hook

Spring Playgroup — April 7

Backyard Explorers

A sensory play program inspired by Forest School principles where children immerse themselves in nature and art.

outdoors $533/month 18mo-4y Red Hook

School Holiday Nature Program — April 7

Prospect Park

Outdoor day camp for children to explore nature in Prospect Park during the school spring recess.

outdoors Varies 3y-9y Red Hook

Tuesday Morning Music with Kyle Tigges — April 7

Jalopy Theatre

Enjoy a lively morning of music and community singing at the historic Jalopy Theatre.

music Check website for pricing Red Hook

Wednesday, April 8

Zines After School — April 8

Old Stone House

An arts education program where elementary students can create their own zines and explore self-expression.

art $195/session 6y-11y Red Hook

Wednesday Greenmarket at Bartel-Pritchard Square — April 8

Bartel-Pritchard Square Greenmarket

Explore local produce and family-friendly market vibes at the entrance to Prospect Park.

outdoors Free Red Hook

School Holiday Nature Program — April 8

Prospect Park

Outdoor day camp for children to explore nature in Prospect Park during the school spring recess.

outdoors Varies 3y-9y Red Hook

Thursday, April 9

School Holiday Nature Program — April 9

Prospect Park

Outdoor day camp for children to explore nature in Prospect Park during the school spring recess.

outdoors Varies 3y-9y Red Hook

OPEN HOURS (Free family tours) — April 9

Waterfront Barge Showboat & Museum (Waterfront Museum)

Drop in for free, family-friendly tours aboard the historic barge museum while it's docked in Red Hook.

general Free Up to 12y Red Hook

Japanese Story Time — April 9

Aozora Community

Families and children explore the sounds and rhythms of the Japanese language through finger plays and read alouds.

stories $15/family Up to 5y Red Hook

Friday, April 10

Family Storytime at Red Hook Library

Red Hook Library

A fun interactive storytime session for young children featuring books, songs, and activities.

stories Free 3y-6y Red Hook

School Holiday Nature Program — April 10

Prospect Park

Outdoor day camp for children to explore nature in Prospect Park during the school spring recess.

outdoors Varies 3y-9y Red Hook

Saturday, April 11

OPEN HOURS (Free family tours) — April 11

Waterfront Barge Showboat & Museum (Waterfront Museum)

Visit the Waterfront Museum for an easy weekend outing — walk aboard, explore the boat, and learn about NYC harbor history.

general Free Up to 12y Red Hook

Baseball As Good Medicine

Old Stone House

A live competitive storytelling event celebrating the spirit and stories of baseball.

stories $23.18 Red Hook

Saturday Greenmarket at Grand Army Plaza — April 11

Grand Army Plaza

Visit Brooklyn's flagship farmers market for fresh food, community events, and outdoor fun.

outdoors Free Red Hook

Japanese Story Time — April 11

Aozora Community

Families and children explore the sounds and rhythms of the Japanese language through finger plays and read alouds.

stories $15/family Up to 5y Red Hook

Sunday, April 12

Second Sundays: April 2026 at Pioneer Works

Pioneer Works

A free monthly open house featuring a live variety show by WHOOP DEE DOO, workshops, open studios, exhibitions, and live performances — great for a family afternoon in Red Hook.

art Free (RSVP) Up to 12y Red Hook

Kids Farm Day at Red Hook Farms

Red Hook Farms

Hands-on farming activities for children including planting seeds and learning about urban agriculture.

outdoors $5 suggested donation 4y-12y Red Hook

Hudson Valley Sally Concert

Old Stone House

Enjoy a live musical performance from the New York-based folk group Hudson Valley Sally.

music Check website Red Hook

Monday, April 13

Spring Playgroup — April 13

Backyard Explorers

A sensory play program inspired by Forest School principles where children immerse themselves in nature and art.

outdoors $533/month 18mo-4y Red Hook

Cora Dance Brooklyn: Open Class Performance Week

PAVE Academy Charter School

Young dancers from pay-what-you-can classes share their progress in a community performance featuring students from Cora's professionally led dance education programs.

art Free (Pay-what-you-can) 5y+ Red Hook

Tuesday, April 14

Spring Playgroup — April 14

Backyard Explorers

A sensory play program inspired by Forest School principles where children immerse themselves in nature and art.

outdoors $533/month 18mo-4y Red Hook

Wednesday, April 15

Brooklyn Family Resource Fair — April 15

Brooklyn Public Library - Sunset Park Branch

An afternoon connecting families with essential child care resources and services in the Sunset Park community.

general Free Red Hook

Pioneer Works Family Art Workshop

Pioneer Works

A creative art-making workshop for families to explore various mediums and techniques.

art Free with registration 5y+ Red Hook

Zines After School — April 15

Old Stone House

A creative workshop for kids to learn the art of zine-making and storytelling.

art $195/session 6y-11y Red Hook

Thursday, April 16

Japanese Story Time — April 16

Aozora Community

Families and children explore the sounds and rhythms of the Japanese language through finger plays and read alouds.

stories $15/family Up to 5y Red Hook

Cora Dance Brooklyn: Open Class Performance Week

PAVE Academy Charter School

A culminating performance featuring students from Cora's professionally led dance education programs.

art Free (Pay-what-you-can) 5y+ Red Hook

Friday, April 17

Story and Play at Red Hook Interim Library

Red Hook Interim Library

Friday morning storytime for children ages 0-5 featuring stories, songs, puppets, and playtime.

stories Free Up to 5y Red Hook

Saturday, April 18

Brooklyn Independent Comics Showcase

Industry City

Meet independent comic creators, attend free classes, and explore the world of small press publishers at this annual convention.

art Free Red Hook

Wake Up & Dance

Shapeshifter Lab

A high-energy morning concert for kids featuring Suzi Shelton and Amelia Robinson of Mil's Trills.

music $15 Red Hook

Wake Up & Dance with Suzi Shelton — April 18

Shapeshifter Lab

An early-morning concert series designed to engage and inspire kids and grown-ups alike.

music Free Up to 8y Red Hook

Japanese Story Time — April 18

Aozora Community

Families and children explore the sounds and rhythms of the Japanese language through finger plays and read alouds.

stories $15/family Up to 5y Red Hook

Sunday, April 19

LEAN IN: Make Your Own Mini Quilt

Old Stone House

The second part of a hands-on workshop for creating personalized mini quilts.

art $161.90 Red Hook

Spring Blooming Hike in Prospect Park

Prospect Park Picnic House

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

general FREE Up to 12y Red Hook

Wednesday, April 22

The Big Brooklyn Playdate — April 22

Brooklyn Public Library - Central Library

Fun games and activities for young children with hands-on STEM sensory play hosted by Science Baby.

general Free Red Hook

Saturday, April 25

Healthy Kids Day with Brooklyn YMCA — April 25

Multiple locations across Brooklyn

Healthy Kids Day event with local Brooklyn YMCA featuring community activities.

general Free Red Hook

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