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MONDAY
Limited Free Tickets for Roebling Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Limited FREE tickets for local residents (with valid NYC ID) on a first-come, first-served basis | Mondays–Thursdays | 2-4pm, 4:30-6:30pm, 7-9pm
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s ice skating rink has returned to Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, offering skating beneath the Brooklyn Bridge. NYC local residents can claim limited quantity of free tickets in-person offered during sessions one, two, and three on Mondays-Thursdays (Session 1: 2-4pm, Session 2: 4:30-6:30pm, Session 3: 7-9pm). Tickets are issued on a first-come, first-serve walk-up basis, with valid ID to show residency.
Carey Gardens Holiday Celebration | Coney Island
Monday, December 8 | 5:30-6:30pm
Join us for a holiday celebration at Carey Gardens Cornerstone, with a Christmas Tree Lighting, Menorah Lighting, and Kinara Lighting ceremonies. There will be treats, hot chocolate, caroling, music, and more!
TUESDAY
Free Music Show with Hopalong Andrew at Whole Foods | Gowanus
Tuesdays | 10am
Hopalong Andrew’s weekly shows at Whole Foods are FREE! Make sure to double check in his Instagram the morning of to make sure class has not been cancelled for any reason.
Limited Free Tickets for Roebling Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Limited FREE tickets for local residents (with valid NYC ID) on a first-come, first-served basis | Mondays–Thursdays | 2-4pm, 4:30-6:30pm, 7-9pm
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s ice skating rink has returned to Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, offering skating beneath the Brooklyn Bridge. NYC local residents can claim limited quantity of free tickets in-person offered during sessions one, two, and three on Mondays-Thursdays (Session 1: 2-4pm, Session 2: 4:30-6:30pm, Session 3: 7-9pm). Tickets are issued on a first-come, first-serve walk-up basis, with valid ID to show residency.
New Mom Meet Up at Fontainhas | DUMBO
Tuesdays | 4:30-6:00pm
Bring your baby to Fontainhas for some cozy chai and hangs with other new moms. Hosted every week by the new mom pop-up POST.
WEDNESDAY
Joy to the Borough: Sixth Annual Toy Drive and Giveaway at the Brooklyn Museum | Prospect Heights
Drop off toys through December 13 | Toy Giveaway on Sunday, December 14, 11am-2pm
Donate to the Brooklyn Museum’s annual toy drive! Through December 13, stop by the Admissions Desk in the lobby to drop off new, unwrapped toys for children ages 0–14 in the designated bins. All who donate can enjoy 20% off in the Shop as a gesture of thanks. On Sunday, December 14, families will be invited to pick up toys along with clothing, coloring books, and other holiday gifts for children (while supplies last). During the giveaway, there will be a festive lineup of art-making activities and seasonal fun for all ages. Afterward, any remaining toys will be donated to local family shelters.
Limited Free Tickets for Roebling Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Limited FREE tickets for local residents (with valid NYC ID) on a first-come, first-served basis | Mondays–Thursdays | 2-4pm, 4:30-6:30pm, 7-9pm
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s ice skating rink has returned to Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, offering skating beneath the Brooklyn Bridge. NYC local residents can claim limited quantity of free tickets in-person offered during sessions one, two, and three on Mondays-Thursdays (Session 1: 2-4pm, Session 2: 4:30-6:30pm, Session 3: 7-9pm). Tickets are issued on a first-come, first-serve walk-up basis, with valid ID to show residency.
Free Admission at New York Aquarium | Coney Island
Wednesdays | 3-6pm | Reserve tickets here; free tickets are made available at 3pm the Monday before
Take advantage of free admission hours at the New York Aquarium form 3-6pm on Wednesdays. Note that advance timed tickets are required (max of 4 per group); the Wednesday Afternoon Ticket Store will open on Monday at 3:00 pm for that Wednesday’s reservations.
Kaiser Park Tree Lighting | Coney Island
Wednesday, December 10 | 6-8pm
Join for Kaiser Park’s tree lighting, with Santa, music and performances from The Guild for Exceptional Children, Xaverian Choir and Band, Narrows Community Theater, and NIA Carolers.
THURSDAY
Bklyn Holiday-Topia: Pet Night at City Point | Downtown Brooklyn
Thursday, December 11 | 6-8pm | RSVP here
Holiday photos for furry friends and their families (must arrive with pet). This special evening is designed to capture joyful moments between pets and their people!
Limited Free Tickets for Roebling Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Limited FREE tickets for local residents (with valid NYC ID) on a first-come, first-served basis | Mondays–Thursdays | 2-4pm, 4:30-6:30pm, 7-9pm
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s ice skating rink has returned to Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, offering skating beneath the Brooklyn Bridge. NYC local residents can claim limited quantity of free tickets in-person offered during sessions one, two, and three on Mondays-Thursdays (Session 1: 2-4pm, Session 2: 4:30-6:30pm, Session 3: 7-9pm). Tickets are issued on a first-come, first-serve walk-up basis, with valid ID to show residency.
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Thursdays | 3-5pm
Visit the Environmental Education Center for Open Hours. Open Hours offer the opportunity for self-led investigation with guidance by expert educators to reveal the hidden stories found within and around Brooklyn Bridge Park. Explore our critter and fish tanks, a 10′ model of the Park, and enjoy custom arts, crafts, and reading materials which rotate on a monthly basis.
Story Time at Fontainhas | DUMBO
Thursdays | 4:30-5:30pm
Come to Fontainhas every Thursday at 4:30pm for a free story time and singing! Open to all. Bring your little ones for a fun story, enjoy a glass of chai or wine, and meet other parents!
FRIDAY
Limited Free Tickets for Roebling Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Limited FREE tickets for local residents (with valid NYC ID) on a first-come, first-served basis | Fridays | 12:30-2:30, 3-5pm, 5:30-7:30pm
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s ice skating rink has returned to Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, offering skating beneath the Brooklyn Bridge. NYC local residents can claim limited quantity of free tickets in-person offered during sessions two, three, four on Fridays. (Session 2: 12:30-2:30pm, Session 3: 3-5pm, Session 4: 5:30-7:30pm). Tickets are issued on a first-come, first-serve walk-up basis, with valid ID to show residency. Note: Session 1 on Fridays (10am-12pm) is reserved for field trips. If not booked, will be opened for general public purchase.
Red Hook Pinball Museum | Red Hook
Fridays | 1-10pm
With a new location at 362 Van Brunt Street, the Red Hook Pinball Museum is now open for free play (with donations accepted) every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 1-10pm! It’s NYC’s only vintage pinball museum, with games from 1871-1971, and you can play on the first pinball machine ever made!
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Fridays | 3-5pm
Visit the Environmental Education Center for Open Hours. Open Hours offer the opportunity for self-led investigation with guidance by expert educators to reveal the hidden stories found within and around Brooklyn Bridge Park. Explore our critter and fish tanks, a 10′ model of the Park, and enjoy custom arts, crafts, and reading materials which rotate on a monthly basis.
Fort Hamilton Tree Lighting & Holiday Market in Bay Ridge
Friday, December 12 | Holiday Market begins at 4pm | Tree lighting at 5:30pm | Registration required
Fort Hamilton is hosting their annual Holiday Market & Tree Lighting Spectacular! Stroll through their charming marketplace filled with unique gifts and treats, then join for their tree lighting ceremony.
Holiday Craft Fair at St. Philip’s Church | Dyker Heights
Friday, December 12 | 4-9pm
Join for a holiday craft fair at St. Philip’s Church, with handmade ornaments, jewelry, edible goods, holiday decorations, and more. There will be a special tree lighting ceremony on Friday night, plus hot chocolate, and an appearance from Santa!
SATURDAY
Bklyn Holiday-Topia at City Point | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturday, December 13 | 11am-3pm | RSVP here
Join Brooklyn Bridge Parents and City Point for BKLYN Holiday-Topia in December — a festive celebration featuring free Santa family photos, holiday crafts, and merry moments for everyone. All activities will be free and best for all ages.
parkrun | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturdays | 9am | Sign up here
parkrun is a free, worldwide, weekly event where people of all ages and abilities walk, jog, run, or volunteer in a 5k event on Saturday mornings–in Brooklyn, you can join every week in Brooklyn Bridge Park! Families register onlineand receive a barcode which will record their time. All ages are welcome, and there is a coffee and catch-up after each run!
Saturday, December 13 | Begins at 11am | RSVP here
Betances Health Center will host a special Santa meet and greet at 1427 Broadway in Bushwick on December 13. Photos will be captured by a professional photographer, and there will be Christmas decor, lights, and music to enjoy.
Free Children’s Events at Dekalb Market Hall | Downtown Brooklyn
Saturdays | 11am-2pm
Every weekend, Dekalb Market Hall (downstairs at City Point) offers balloon animals, face painting, and more! Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse.
Saturday, December 13 | 11am-5pm
Join City League Coffee Roasters for their annual Holiday Market inside The Whale Building in Sunset Park. Shop local, sip coffee (or something stronger from the bar sponsored by Sixpoint Brewery), browse vinyl and enjoy good music (curated by Maker Park Radio) while supporting dozens of Brooklyn-based makers and entrepreneurs. The free event will feature a diverse mix of handmade goods, art, apparel, homewares, food, and more!
Little Caribbean Holiday Market | Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Saturday, December 13 | 12-5pm
Shop local brands, art, food & culture in the heart of Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean! Discover and support Caribbean and diasporic artisans offering handcrafted gifts, fashion, art, home décor, and island-inspired treats — from black cake and sorrelto pepper sauces, spices, accessories, handmade jewelry, and more. Plus, enjoy live DJs, cultural performances, food tastings, and family-friendly activities that capture the spirit, flavor, and rhythm of the season. Located at WE Plaza (Washington Ave & Empire Blvd).
Red Hook Holiday Market at Hook Studios | Red Hook
Saturday, December 13 | 12-6pm
Organized by Brooklyn Pop-Up, Red Hook’s second annual Holiday Maker’s Market will take place at Hook Studios on Dikeman Street. Made in NYC will be joining along with 65+ artists, artisans, and makers. There will also be crafts, a DJ, ornament making, and more!
Red Hook Pinball Museum | Red Hook
Saturdays | 1-10pm
With a new location at 362 Van Brunt Street, the Red Hook Pinball Museum is now open for free play (with donations accepted) every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 1-10pm! It’s NYC’s only vintage pinball museum, with games from 1871-1971, and you can play on the first pinball machine ever made!
Here & Now Holiday Concert: Bargemusic at The Boathouse at Pier 5 | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturdays | 2pm
Join for a free holiday concert with Celia Daggy, Scott Wheeler, and PianoFORTE ensemble.
Smith Street Sparkle Tree Lighting in Boerum Hill
Saturday, December 13 | 4-6pm
The Merchants of Smith St. (MOSS) will be holding a tree lighting ceremony that includes sips, snacks, and carolers.
Holiday Craft Fair at St. Philip’s Church | Dyker Heights
Saturday, December 13 | 4-9pm
Join for a holiday craft fair at St. Philip’s Church, with handmade ornaments, jewelry, edible goods, holiday decorations, and more. There will be a special tree lighting ceremony on Friday night, plus hot chocolate, and an appearance from Santa!
SUNDAY
Bklyn Holiday-Topia: Dreidel Making and Free Latkes at City Point | Downtown Brooklyn
Sunday, December 14 | 11am-3pm | RSVP here
Join us for BKLYN Holiday-Topia at City Point! On Sunday, December 14, there will be free dreidel decorating and more Chanukah crafts for the whole family! Plus, photos with Diverse Santa, face painting, LEGO building, and more!
Sunday, December 14 | 10:15-11:00am
Come boogie at this free concert for toddlers and babies featuring the one and only Suzi Shelton with Special Guest Esther Crow.
Hanukkah Hangout with PJ Library and Sprout Brooklyn | Prospect Heights
Sunday, December 14 | 10am-12pm | Ages 0-5 | FREE
Luria Academy, PJ Library, Sprout Brooklyn, and Tkiya will welcome families on December 14 for Hanukah crafts, stories, snacks and songs! This event will be geared towards children aged 0-5, but the whole family is invited to join.
New York Transit Museum’s Holiday Nostalgia Rides | Manhattan
Every Sunday in December from 10am-5pm | FREE with subway fare
This holiday season, the New York Transit Museum and MTA New York City Transit continue the annual tradition of Holiday Nostalgia Rides aboard our vintage 1930s train cars. Hop aboard and celebrate the magic of New York City during the holidays. Find departure times and station stops here.
Joy to the Borough: Sixth Annual Toy Drive and Giveaway at the Brooklyn Museum | Prospect Heights
Drop off toys through December 13 | Toy Giveaway on Sunday, December 14, 11am-2pm
On Sunday, December 14, families are invited to pick up toys along with clothing, coloring books, and other holiday gifts for children (while supplies last). During the giveaway, there will be a festive lineup of art-making activities and seasonal fun for all ages. Afterward, any remaining toys will be donated to local family shelters.
Hanukkah Event at Kings Bay Y | Sheepshead Bay
Sunday, December 14 | 11am-2pm | Ages 1-10
Join for a day full of fun with inflatable rides, live performances, raffles, carnival games, face painting, arts and crafts stations, photo booths, and some exciting surprises that are sure to light up the Festival of Lights!
Free Children’s Events at Dekalb Market Hall | Downtown Brooklyn
Sundays | 11am-2pm
Every weekend, Dekalb Market Hall (downstairs at City Point) offers balloon animals, face painting, and more! Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse.
PS 102 Winter Market | Bay Ridge
Sunday, December 14 | 11am-3pm
Join for a fun, community-focused winter market at PS 102 in Bay Ridge! There will be artisans, makers, bakers, and more!
Donut Party at Shorefront YM-YWHA | Coney Island
Sunday, December 14 | 12-3pm
Join for a fun-filled day packed with delicious treats, fun activities and lots of surprises for the whole family! Enjoy activities, gifts, dancing and music, arts and crafts, a photo booth, and a performance!
Red Hook Holiday Market at Hook Studios | Red Hook
Sunday, December 14 | 12-6pm
Organized by Brooklyn Pop-Up, Red Hook’s second annual Holiday Maker’s Market will take place at Hook Studios on Dikeman Street. Made in NYC will be joining along with 65+ artists, artisans, and makers. There will also be crafts, a DJ, ornament making, and more!
Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sundays | 1-5pm
Starting this week, the Environmental Education Center will have Open Hours on Sundays from 1-5pm! Stop in to learn about the Park and local ecology, including a 10’ model of the Park, visit our tank critters include fish, turtles, and frogs, and enjoy rotating monthly themes with crafts and activities!
Red Hook Pinball Museum | Red Hook
Sundays | 1-10pm
With a new location at 362 Van Brunt Street, the Red Hook Pinball Museum is now open for free play (with donations accepted) every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 1-10pm! It’s NYC’s only vintage pinball museum, with games from 1871-1971, and you can play on the first pinball machine ever made!
Here & Now Holiday Concert: Bargemusic at The Boathouse at Pier 5 | Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sundays | 2pm
Join for a free holiday concert with Celia Daggy, Scott Wheeler, and PianoFORTE ensemble.
Festival of Lights at Carmine Carro Community Center | Marine Park
Sunday, December 14 | 3:00-4:30pm
Join Rabbi Heidi Hoover to hear the story of a miracle and its eight-day celebration. Enjoy crafts, holiday festivities, and sing-alongs.
Youth & Family Hanukkah Celebration at CBE | Park Slope
Sunday, December 14 | 3:30pm | RSVP here
The celebration includes favorites like the Great Hanukkah Sing-a-long with Debbie Brukman and Friends along with A Playground of Light, a sensory-sensitive experience of the holiday. Free, but you must register here!
Brooklyn’s Largest Menorah Lighting & Concert at Grand Army Plaza | Park Slope
Sunday, December 14–Sunday, December 21 | Kickoff Concert Event begins at 4pm
Join Chabad of Park Slope as they light Brooklyn’s largest menorah every night of Chanukah, starting with a kick-off concert on Sunday, December 14 at 4pm. Every night there will be live music, hot latkes and gifts for the children.
Coffey Park Holiday Celebration | Red Hook
Sunday, December 14 | 6-8pm
Join for Coffey Park’s Christmas Tree Lighting, Menorah Lighting, and Kinara Lighting ceremonies. There will be treats, hot chocolate, caroling, music, and more!
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Updated: December 3, 2025. Main Image: Bklyn Holiday-Topia at City Point.