{"id":207187,"date":"2026-04-23T13:30:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T13:30:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/207187\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T13:30:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T13:30:35","slug":"open-streets-in-our-neighborhoods-in-2026-brooklyn-bridge-parents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/207187\/","title":{"rendered":"Open Streets in our neighborhoods in 2026 | Brooklyn Bridge Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"

With spring in full swing, Open Streets programs across our neighborhoods are back in action, offering free, family-friendly fun on car-free streets. Whether it\u2019s weekend stoop sales in Willowtown, outdoor dining on Hoyt Street, or epic views in DUMBO, there\u2019s a car-free hangout near you. Our guide has all the details \u2014 dates, times, and locations. We\u2019ll keep updating as more dates are confirmed. For outdoor dining spots in Brooklyn, review our big guide by neighborhood here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Brooklyn Heights: Montague Street<\/p>\n

Sundays, 9:30am\u20136:30pm | Montague Street between Clinton St and Hicks St | Starting May 3 | FREE<\/p>\n

Montague Street goes car-free on Sundays again this spring. Expect free kids\u2019 activities, outdoor dining, and community events running through the summer. Save the date for Brooklyn Bridge Parents\u2019 Spring Fling<\/a> on Sunday, May 17 from 12\u20134pm \u2014 our own street fair right on Montague. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Brooklyn Heights: Willowtown \/ Columbia Place<\/p>\n

Daily, 8am\u20139pm | Columbia Pl from Joralemon St to State St, Joralemon St from Hicks St to Furman St, and State St from Hicks St to Columbia Pl | FREE<\/p>\n

Willowtown\u2019s quiet, tree-lined Open Streets run daily and are among the most charming in the borough. Mark your calendar for Discover Columbia PL on Saturday, April 25 from 11am\u20135pm \u2014 the annual Open Streets celebration featuring local vendors Cloudy Donut, Laundry & Latte, Nako, and River Deli, plus stoop sales, a Willowtown Tree Walk, garden cleanup, dog run activities, and live performances by the Brooklyn Heights Players. Willowtown neighbors can reserve a free stoop sale space at willowtown.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Boerum Hill: Hoyt Street<\/p>\n

Fridays, 6pm\u201311pm & Weekends, 11am\u201311pm | Hoyt Street between State St and Atlantic Ave | Starting April 24 | FREE<\/p>\n

The Atlantic Avenue BID\u2019s Hoyt Open Streets is back for another season of free outdoor programming, including fitness classes, live music, read-alouds, and Splish Splash Saturdays in the summer. One of the liveliest Open Streets in Brooklyn \u2014 worth the visit even if you don\u2019t live in the neighborhood.<\/p>\n

Downtown Brooklyn: Willoughby Street<\/p>\n

Monday\u2013Friday, 7am\u20135pm | Willoughby Street between Pearl St and Jay St<\/p>\n

A weekday Open Street in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, creating pedestrian-friendly space near MetroTech and City Point.<\/p>\n

DUMBO: Washington Street<\/p>\n

Monday\u2013Saturday, 11am\u20139pm & Sundays, 10am\u20139pm | Washington Street between Water St and Front St<\/p>\n

Washington Street\u2019s iconic Open Street \u2014 with that Manhattan Bridge view \u2014 returns for another year. Enjoy the scenery, and soak in one of the most photographed blocks in Brooklyn. It will be from 11am to 9pm Mondays to Saturdays and 10am to 9pm on Sundays. No DUMBO Family Games this year, but the DUMBO Drop<\/a> is still on for May 29.<\/p>\n

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Williamsburg: Berry Street & North 3rd Street<\/p>\n

Berry Street between Broadway and North 12th St | Daily
North 3rd Street between Berry St and Wythe Ave | Weekends, 10am\u201310pm<\/p>\n

Two connected Open Streets in the heart of Williamsburg \u2014 Berry Street runs daily, and North 3rd keeps the weekend energy going with programming near the waterfront.<\/p>\n

Greenpoint: Bedford Avenue<\/p>\n

Fridays 4pm \u2013 Sundays 10pm | Bedford Avenue between Nassau Ave and Manhattan Ave<\/p>\n

Greenpoint\u2019s stretch of Bedford goes car-free on weekends, running from Friday afternoon through Sunday night. A great spot for an evening stroll or weekend brunch al fresco.<\/p>\n

Park Slope: 5th Avenue<\/p>\n

Saturdays, May\u2013October (excluding August) | 5th Avenue from Union Street to 4th Street | Start date TBA \u2014 check back soon<\/p>\n

Park Slope\u2019s popular 5th Avenue Open Streets is expected to return for the 2026 season, with Saturday programming along the same expanded three-block stretch as last year. We\u2019re waiting on confirmed start dates from Park Slope Open Streets<\/a>. In the meantime, don\u2019t miss the Park Slope Picnic<\/a> on Saturday, May 2, 12:30\u20132:30pm at the 4th Street Plaza off 5th Avenue \u2014 a free community gathering with live music and a dessert contest. Register on Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Prospect Heights: Vanderbilt Avenue<\/p>\n

Saturdays, 12pm\u201310pm | Vanderbilt Avenue between Atlantic Ave and Grand Army Plaza | Starting May 2, running through end of September | FREE<\/p>\n

One of the largest volunteer-led Open Streets in the city returns for 2026 on a Saturday-only schedule, with new local operator Prospect Heights Open Streets, Inc. taking over. This is the first year in four without cuts to season length or operating hours. Past programming has included live music, salsa dancing, Sprinkler Saturdays, and free bike riding lessons from Bike NY \u2014 expect more of the same, plus new benefits for local businesses and the community.<\/p>\n

Clinton Hill \/ Bed-Stuy: SaintJamesJoy Block Party<\/p>\n

Saturday, April 25 | 1:30\u20137:30pm | Saint James Place between Gates Ave and Greene Ave | FREE<\/p>\n

The beloved SaintJamesJoy block party celebrates its 6th anniversary with an afternoon of music, dance, and community on one of the most spirited blocks in the neighborhood. A Clinton Hill\/Bed-Stuy institution.<\/p>\n

Open Streets Events to Save<\/p>\n

April 24: Hoyt Street Open Streets season opener (Boerum Hill)<\/p>\n

April 25: Discover Columbia PL (Willowtown) + SaintJamesJoy 6 Year Block Party (Clinton Hill)<\/p>\n

May 2: Park Slope Picnic<\/a> (5th Avenue Open Streets) + Vanderbilt Avenue Open Streets season opener (Prospect Heights)<\/p>\n

May 3: Montague Street Open Streets season opener (Brooklyn Heights)<\/p>\n

May 17: Brooklyn Bridge Parents Spring Fling<\/a> (Montague Street)<\/p>\n

May 29: DUMBO Drop<\/a><\/p>\n

The NYC DOT is still updating its Open Streets page<\/a> for 2026. We\u2019ll add any new locations as they\u2019re announced.<\/p>\n

Know of an Open Street we missed? Let us know<\/a> and we\u2019ll add it to the guide!<\/p>\n

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