Upcoming Weekend Activities

Will the rain stay away this weekend? It better! There are too many reasons to get outside. Here’s a sampling.

Annual Community Family Day – Grab the kids or bring a friend and enjoy a free day of entertainment, food, music and more at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens! Saturday, August 20, 10 a.m. – 7p.m.

Astoria Park Shore Fest – Educational activities, live music, fitness programs and food-tastings with various neighborhood restaurants will make the final Astoria Park Shore Fest of the summer one not to miss. Sunday, August 21.

Bryant Park Moves with Limon Dance – Free dance classes led by former and current members of the internationally renowned modern dance company, Limon Dance. Saturday, August 20, 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Freshwater Fishing in Clove Lakes Park – Master at the art of fishing with the help of experienced Urban Park Rangers. Open to families and children ages 8 years and older. Sunday, August 21, at 11 a.m.

Macy’s Fishing Clinics in Prospect Park – Children 15 and under will learn about the recreational sport of fishing, fishing safety, and fish-friendly techniques, while casting their lines on a spectacular summer day in the Park! Saturday, August 20, at 1 & 3 p.m.

NYC Summer Streets – Have you been out to Summer Streets this year? Don’t miss your final opportunity to experience the cornucopia of outdoor fun all along Park Ave. Saturday, August 20, 7 a.m. -1 p.m.

Parks’ Outdoor Summer Movies: E.T. – Enjoy a movie night on the lawn at J Hood Wright Park. Bring some chairs or blankets to sit back and relax while you watch a movie in the great outdoors. Saturday, August 20, at 8:15 p.m.

Feel free to add your own!

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