These 148 activities are worth leaving the house for.
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Williamsburg
Part circus school, part extreme laboratory: choreographer Elizabeth Streb's converted mustard factory teaches you to fly on the trapeze, bounce off trampolines, and crash into walls (safely) via her patented PopAction technique. Kids and adults welcome.
Sunset Park
Pier 4 is a waterfront playground where kids conquer wild jungle gyms and a massive sandbox while grown-ups soak up harbor views and catch cheap ferries to Manhattan. Come summer, the seasonal roller rink and kayaking launch add even more ways to play by the water.
Fort Hamilton
A compact indoor playground where your toddler can bounce off the walls (literally) while you sip boba from the café. The ball pits, slides, and trampolines are clean and well-maintained, small enough that you can actually relax and keep an eye on everyone.
East Williamsburg
A cozy comedy showcase where you bring the drinks and they bring the laughs. Expect solid lineups, intimate vibes, and a crowd that's actually having fun.
Williamsburg
Hannibal Buress revived the old Knitting Factory into a 300-capacity sanctuary where comedy, music, and variety acts collide. Thursday nights bring free underground DJ sets spanning hip hop to jungle, while weekly stand-up and curated performances keep the vibe intimate and unpretentious.
Greenpoint
Climb the treehouse, scale the rock wall, or run the pretend fire station at this eco-friendly, Montessori-inspired playspace. Every corner is thoughtfully designed for little explorers ages 0 to 7, with toxin-free toys and a warm community vibe that keeps families coming back.
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Wed, Nov 4 · 10:00 AM
Brooklyn Children's Museum · Crown Heights
Wed, Nov 4 · 3:00 PM
New York Aquarium · Coney Island
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM
Private Picassos · Clinton Hill
$10
Thu, Nov 5 · 3:00 PM
Environmental Education Center · Dumbo
Free
Thu, Nov 5 · 11:30 AM
McNally Jackson Books Williamsburg · Williamsburg
Free
Thu, Nov 5 · 2:00 PM
Brooklyn Children's Museum · Crown Heights
Free
Thu, Nov 5 · 8:00 PM
Space Club Greenpoint · Greenpoint
$20-$25
Thu, Nov 5 · 3:00 PM
Brooklyn Bridge Park Environmental Education Center · Dumbo
Free
Thu, Nov 5 · 2:00 PM
Brooklyn Children's Museum · Crown Heights
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM
Dekalb Market Hall · Downtown Brooklyn
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM
Dekalb Market Hall · Downtown Brooklyn
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM
Carnaby Clubs · Vinegar Hill
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM
Private Picassos · Clinton Hill
$350
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM
Prospect Park Zoo · Brooklyn
Tue, Nov 10 · 9:00 AM
The Green-House at Green-Wood · Sunset Park
Tue, Nov 10 · 9:00 AM
Private Picassos · Clinton Hill
Tue, Nov 10 · 5:00 PM
Area 53 - Lounge - Laser Tag, Mini-Bowling, Arcade · Vinegar Hill
Free
Fri, Nov 27 · 7:00 PM
Colors Effect · Crown Heights
Sat, Nov 28 · 9:00 AM
The Kids Town · Park Slope
$135-$351
Sun, Dec 6 · 9:00 AM
Chuck E. Cheese · Fort Greene
$$
Thu, Dec 24 · 9:00 AM
The Kids Town · Park Slope
$135-$2,464
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park · Sunset Park
Space Club Greenpoint · Greenpoint
$20-$25
Dodge YMCA · Boerum Hill
Hecla Iron Works · Williamsburg
Dodge YMCA · Boerum Hill
Kings Bay Y · Sheepshead Bay
Good Day Play Cafe · Park Slope
$$
Area 53 - Adventure Park · East Williamsburg
$42
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park · Sunset Park
Dodge YMCA · Boerum Hill
IKEA · Red Hook
$
Brooklyn Children's Museum · Crown Heights
PlayWell Brooklyn · Gowanus
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park · Sunset Park
Dodge YMCA · Boerum Hill
Hannah Senesh Community Day School · Carroll Gardens
$15
Industry City · Sunset Park
Chelsea Piers Field House - Brooklyn · Prospect Heights
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park · Sunset Park
Marsha P. Johnson State Park · Williamsburg
Highway Rest Stop · Brooklyn
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park · Sunset Park
Gowanus
Free
Clinton Hill
Free
Park Slope
Coney Island
Midwood
Brooklyn Heights
Greenpoint
Flatbush
Brighton Beach
Park Slope
Space Club Fort Greene · Clinton Hill
Free
Twinkle Playspace · Williamsburg
Bushwick
Midwood
$40-$350
Vinegar Hill
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