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    Things to Do with Kids in Queens this Weekend

    Things to Do with Kids in Queens this Weekend

    Plan your family's best weekend yet in Queens!

    By NYMetroParents Staff

    Enjoy these fun things to do this weekend with your kids in Queens. Start planning your weekend now with our robust list of the top things to do in Queens.


    Editor's Picks for This Weekend

    Spring Family Fun Day FREE

    WHEN: Saturday, Mar. 25
    WHERE: Rockaway YMCA, 207 Beach 73rd Street, Rockaway YMCA, Rockaway YMCA

    WHAT:

    Join the Rockaway YMCA for a fun-filled morning of games, treats, and fun for the whole family! There will be games, arts & crafts, inflatables, a magic show, face painting, balloon animals and prizes.

    FREE and open to Y members, participants and the community. Limited to the first 125 children to register, sign up by March 22nd to guarantee a spot. Only reserve tickets for children.

    WANT TO GO? Free

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    Photos with the Bunny

    WHEN: Friday, Mar. 24
    WHERE: The Shops at Atlas Park, 8000 Cooper Avenue, The Shops at Atlas Park, The Shops at Atlas Park

    WHAT:

    The Easter Bunny is back! Visit the Bunny next to Claire’s, and for the easiest experience, pre-book your photo session for your littles online.

    WANT TO GO? Photo Packages start at $39.99

    Annual Treasure Sale

    WHEN: Saturday, Mar. 25
    WHERE: Holy Family Catholic Church, 17 Fordham Ave., Holy Family Catholic Church, Holy Family Catholic Church

    WHAT:

    This famous annual treasure sale returns with new and used household, decorative items, collectibles, antiques, jewelry, books, records, furniture, toys, crafts, & MORE! Food and Refreshments for sale, Kid friendly.

    WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods

    Bayside Village St. Patrick’s Day Parade FREE

    WHEN: Saturday, Mar. 25
    WHERE: Bayside Village BID, Bell Blvd between 36th and 41st Avenues, Bayside Village BID, Bayside Village BID

    WHAT:
    Celebrate Irish culture and heritage with bands from all over the region, Irish dancers and family fun! The parade will run along Bell Blvd from 36th through 41st Ave.
    WANT TO GO? Free

    Bunny Cares

    WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
    WHERE: Queens Center Mall, 90-15 Queens Blvd, Queens Center Mall, Queens Center Mall

    WHAT:

    Bunny Cares events are exclusively for children & families with special needs to visit with Bunny in a sensory-friendly environment. Reservations are required for this private event. Please use the entrance doors on 92nd street by Shake Shack. Visit the Bunny in level 3, Next to Champs.

    WANT TO GO? Photo Packages start at $39.99

    Sensory-Friendly Bunny

    WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
    WHERE: The Shops at Atlas Park, 8000 Cooper Avenue, The Shops at Atlas Park, The Shops at Atlas Park

    WHAT:

    Bunny Cares events are exclusively for children & families with special needs to visit with Bunny in a sensory-friendly environment. Park and enter between Wildflower and Dillard’s.  Look for the Bunny next to Claire’s. Make your reservations online.

    WANT TO GO? Photo Packages start at $39.99

    You Can Garden Too! Start Your Summer Veggies Workshop

    WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
    WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main Street, Queens Botanical Garden, Queens Botanical Garden

    WHAT:

    Cultivate your green thumb at Queens Botanical Garden in an introductory workshop on how to start your summer vegetables indoors. Participants take home a starter garden! All materials provided. Recommended for adults and children ages 10+ (accompanied by participating adult).

    WANT TO GO? $25; $20 Member

    Sunnyside Swap – A community Reuse Event FREE

    WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
    WHERE: 37 Plaza Building, 37-10, Queens Blvd. 2nd floor, 37 Plaza Building, 37 Plaza Building

    WHAT:

    Gather up your preloved, clean items including clothes, accessories, housewares, tchotchkes, media, toys and other useful, easy to transport goods. Drop your labeled bags on arrival and find some new to you treasures. All are welcome even if you don’t have items to share.

    Food pantry donations are appreciated and we always welcome new volunteers to help keep things tidy. Please see our Facebook event page for more details including how to volunteer and an early drop off option.

     

    WANT TO GO? Free

    Meet the Easter Bunny FREE

    WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
    WHERE: Rego Center, 6135 Junction Blvd., Rego Center, Rego Center

    WHAT:

    Free meet and greet and digital download with the Easter Bunny! Level 1 near Petco. Rain or shine. No pets please.

    WANT TO GO? Free

    Looking for more events in your area? Search our comprehensive events calendar.

    Whether you're looking for fun things to do with your kids right here in Queens or you're itching to get out of the city with a day trip to a nearby family-friendly destination, there’s lots to do this weekend with your family in the World's Borough, from concerts and performances to museum exhibits, shows, crafts activities, seasonal events, parades, and more. Check out our picks for kids' activities in Queens—you're sure to find something to do that keeps the whole family happy and having fun! Look no further for ideas and plan your weekend in Queens with our guide that highlights the best family-friendly (virtual and in-person) events happening in and around your neighborhood, including family fun in Astoria, Floral Park, Flushing Meadows, Corona, Jamaica, Bayside, Woodside, Corona Park, Flushing, Long Island City, Fresh Meadows, Kew Gardens, and the Rockaways, and check out our calendar for hundreds of things to do each month! You can also find things to do around the area in our Manhattan, Brooklyn, Westchester, Rockland, and Long Island roundups.

    Looking for a new doctor, a new school, an after-school program, or special needs services? Find the resources your family needs.

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