14 Oct Weekend Fun For NYC Families: Oct 17 & 18

Weekends are precious, and no more so now when we are still limited to what we can do as a family in the city. Well, we’ve pulled together some great happenings in NYC this weekend to keep your little ones having fun, both online and in-person.

Show Up, Kids! Online LIVE!
October 17, 9:00am-9:50am
Online & Live

Peter Michael Marino continues the run of his wildly popular “Show Up, Kids!” with performances playing on Saturdays, October 10-31. Kids from all over the world will feel like they’re a part of this groundbreaking interactive live event as they hear their names, offer story suggestions, and are called on to help Pete put on a real live show from his NYC apartment.
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Town Square’s Pumpkin Day
October 17
Greenpoint Terminal Market, Brooklyn

Town Square’s beloved Pumpkin Day is back!  Outdoor fun on the Brooklyn waterfront. Pick your own pumpkin. Decorate it with paints, glitter, and colorful ribbons. Enjoy arts and crafts and other fun activities with your family. What a fun way to celebrate the fall! All children, including babies, must have a Pumpkin ticket. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Pick the hour of your choice when purchasing your ticket and families will be allowed into the pumpkin patch, up to 25 kids at a time. After you leave the pumpkin patch with your pumpkin, head over to one of the many pumpkin decorating stations and enjoy the fun!
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Boo at the Zoo
Oct 17 & 18
Bronx Zoo

Boo is the perfect opportunity to dress up in your wildest costume and join us for some not-too-spooky fun at the zoo. Family-friendly activities include: a MASKerade, magic and mind reading shows, pumpkin carving, and a mobile scavenger hunt. Pick up some sweet treats from our staff on the Candy Trail, or wander through professionally carved jack o’lanterns on the pumpkin trail.
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Pumpkin Picking at Decker Farm
October 17 & 18
Historic Richmond Town’s Decker Farm, Staten Island

Pumpkin Picking at  Historic Richmond Town’s Decker Farm returns Saturday, October 3, with all of your favorite autumnal activities! Search the patch for the perfect pumpkin, learn about 19th century farm life, and indulge in delicious fall food favorites, all without leaving Staten Island!
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Music Class en ESPANOL (drop in)
October 18
Juguemos a Cantar, Brooklyn

Join our Drop in Music Classes en Espanol! Live music, singing and dancing. No need to know Spanish!  Come and learn with us!   For children 6 months to 2 years old with their parents / caregives.  $25 payable at the door (venmo or quickpay with Zelle accepted)
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Pumpkin Carving Workshop for Families!
October 18
Private Picassos Art Studio, Brooklyn

Pumpkin Carving Workshop for Families! Includes one gutted pumpkin and use of our carving tools!

Includes one gutted pumpkin, use of our carving tools, pre-made templates and a demonstration for how to create your own design.  Leave the mess with us and take home your own carved pumpkin! This workshop has a hard max of 4 kids and 4 adults, so reserve your spot today! For families with kids age 5 & up – $40/one adult & one child.
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*Please always check with the venue before setting off to attend an event.