Memorial Day weekend fun for families in Brooklyn and beyond

Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer season in Brooklyn with several major events and seasonal openings. Local highlights include the DanceAfrica Bazaar at BAM in Fort Greene, featuring over 150 vendors of African and Caribbean food and crafts. Nearby, the Bazaar Kreyòl on Lafayette Avenue will showcase local Haitian artisans. In Prospect Park, the Splash Pad reopens for the season, and Smorgasburg will host an AAPI Festival of Tea on Sunday.

Outdoor attractions officially transition to daily schedules, including Luna Park and Deno’s Wonder Wheel in Coney Island. The Brooklyn Cyclones will host a series of games at Maimonides Park with special promotions like Military Appreciation Day and Bark in the Park. Other regional options include a carnival at the Staten Island Mall, flower exhibits at the New York Botanical Garden, and a new Daniel Tiger experience at the Bronx Zoo.

Summary by Dispatch AI — read the full story at Brooklyn Bridge Parents.