The Best Outdoor Events in NYC

Outdoor events in NYC

Find the best events happening this weekend for kids (5–8)

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Sunday April 27, 2025

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9:30 – 11 am

Canceled: Little Explorers Drop-Off Program

Ages: 5 – 12
Animals
Environment

Queens ZooCorona

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11 am – noon

Alpine House Open House

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Noon – 2 pm

Close Encounters: Scavengers and Decomposers Petting Zoo

Ages: All
Animals
Attractions

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Noon – 1 pm

Intro to Composting Workshop

Ages: 5 – 8
Outdoors

Staten Island Children’s MuseumStaten Island

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1 – 2 pm

Kids on the Move! Earthy Explorations

Ages: 3 – 8
Classes
Outdoors

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