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Harvest Festival - Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park will host its annual free Harvest Festival at Pier 6 on Saturday, October 17, featuring pumpkin carving, live music, and family activities from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

'Truck Flyover': Mamdani's BQE Bypass Will Pass Over Brooklyn Bridge

The Mamdani administration plans a temporary highway bypass for the BQE that will arch over the Brooklyn Bridge approach and pedestrian paths for at least a decade.

TCS New York City Marathon Kids Kickoff - Brooklyn Bridge Park

New York Road Runners will host a free youth running festival at Brooklyn Bridge Park on October 24, 2026, to celebrate marathon week.

The Brooklyn Bridge is about to turn into an OCEAN

The Brooklyn Bridge is about to turn into an OCEAN. 🌊🐋 For two nights only, the bridge will become the canvas for AQUA COSMOS: The Hudson Canyon — a massive immersive projection inspired by the underwater world just off New York’s coast. 📅 September 25–26 ⏰ 7–10 PM 📍 Emily Warren Roebling Plaz

DUMBO Finally Has a Farmers Market

The DUMBO Farmers Market at Brooklyn Bridge Park is currently seeking local vendors to list products as it prepares for an upcoming season near Main Street.

Iconic, stained glass ‘Watertower’ above Brooklyn Bridge Park dismantled

Artist Tom Fruin’s colorful stained glass water tower has been temporarily removed from Brooklyn Bridge Park for refurbishment and building renovations.

‘NCIS: New York’ films in Brooklyn Heights

Production for the new CBS spinoff NCIS: New York has arrived in Brooklyn Heights and Brooklyn Bridge Park, featuring stars LL Cool J and Scott Caan.

The 6-Year Fight Over a Brooklyn Bridge Park Bathroom

Public restrooms at the Pierhouse in Brooklyn Bridge Park remain closed due to a long-running noise lawsuit filed by a luxury condo owner.

Beloved Former Restaurant Boat Sinks In Red Hook

The historic 1924 racing schooner Pilot, formerly a popular floating restaurant at Pier 6, sank overnight at its maintenance mooring in Red Hook earlier this week.

40 giant buffalo puppets to parade through Brooklyn this Saturday

A herd of 40 life-size buffalo puppets will march from Downtown Brooklyn to Brooklyn Bridge Park this Saturday as part of a public art performance honoring Native American heritage and environmental repair.

RETURN OF THE BUFFALO: TATANKA OWE AKUPI

A massive public art spectacle featuring life-size buffalo puppets will march through Downtown Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan on September 18-19, 2026.

Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (9/7-9/13)

Brooklyn families can enjoy free back-to-school week events including a soccer clinic at Cadman Plaza Park, outdoor pool season finales, and a neighborhood party in Brooklyn Heights.

Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (6/29-7/5) | Brooklyn Bridge Parents - News, Events and Family Services

Community events across Brooklyn highlight Independence Day celebrations, including ship parades, storytimes, outdoor movies, and free roller skating between June 29 and July 5.

Sail 4th 250 Tall Ships in Brooklyn – what you need to know

New York City will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a massive flotilla of international tall ships visiting the Brooklyn waterfront from July 3 to 7, 2026.

Favorite bakeries in our neighborhoods in Brooklyn

A new community-sourced guide highlights the top bakeries and dessert shops across Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, and Boerum Hill, featuring local staples and unique international patisseries.

Summer bucket list for families in Brooklyn and beyond

Brooklyn Bridge Parents has released its 2026 summer guide featuring local outdoor movies, public pool openings, and neighborhood festivals across the borough.

4th of July Fireworks 2026 – public viewing, ticket lottery and logistics | Brooklyn Bridge Parents

Macy’s Fireworks will return to the Brooklyn Bridge for the 50th anniversary, requiring lottery tickets for viewing from Brooklyn Bridge Park and the Promenade.

Free outdoor movies in Brooklyn this summer 2026

Free outdoor movie screenings are returning to Brooklyn Bridge Park and public spaces borough-wide this summer, featuring titles ranging from family animations to cult classics.

Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (6/22-6/28)

Brooklyn Heights Library hosts a therapeutic reading session with a guest dog this Tuesday, part of a local lineup of free activities including park strolls and outdoor cinema.

New Restaurants, Bars, Bakeries and Cafes That Opened in Our Neighborhoods in the first half of June ’26

New waterfront dining options arrive in Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO this June, including a floating bar on a retired FDNY fireboat and a Northern Mexican restaurant.

Where to celebrate your child’s birthday party in Brooklyn

A new local guide identifies over 100 children’s birthday party venues across Brooklyn, highlighting unique interactive experiences and artistic activities in DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Flag football programs for kids in Brooklyn

A new guide highlights youth flag football programs across Brooklyn for the 2026 season, including options in Brooklyn Bridge Park, Cobble Hill, and Park Slope for children ages 5 to 17.

Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (6/8-6/14)

Brooklyn neighborhoods will host a series of family-focused events this week, including outdoor storytimes, birding in Prospect Park, and various cultural celebrations.

Home of Soccer in Brooklyn Bridge Park – Everything you need to know

A free 25,000-square-foot soccer fan zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Emily Roebling Plaza offers match screenings, pick-up games, and kid-friendly activities through July 19.

Celebrate Father’s Day in Brooklyn

Brooklyn families can celebrate Father’s Day through a variety of local neighborhood events ranging from community cookouts and kite-making to hair-braiding workshops and family-friendly raves.

Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (6/15-6/21) | Brooklyn Bridge Parents - News, Events and Family Services

Community events across Brooklyn this week include World Cup watch parties, Juneteenth celebrations, and children’s music concerts in neighborhoods like DUMBO, Downtown Brooklyn, and Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Free ways to watch the World Cup with kids this week at public viewing events in Brooklyn (6/13-6/21)

Free community watch parties and family-friendly soccer events are coming to various Brooklyn neighborhoods this week, including Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, and Greenpoint.

Sudden storm on Saturday caused power outages, tree damage across NYC

A sudden and violent storm on Saturday caused significant property damage, power outages, and a localized water rescue in Brooklyn Heights and Downtown Brooklyn.

Free tickets to Brooklyn’s FIFA World Cup Fan Zone will be released Friday

Free tickets for the adidas Home of Soccer Fan Zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park will be released this Friday, June 12, ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup site opening on Saturday.

NYFEST celebrates 15th annual industry soccer tournament at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Only 2 days till our season starts...

The Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse has announced its 2015 opening day for this Wednesday, with volunteer opportunities and kayak polo sessions beginning at Pier 2.

Water sprinklers in our neighborhoods in Brooklyn

A new guide identifies active water sprinklers across Brooklyn neighborhoods, including repaired features at Walt Whitman Park and specific footwear requirements for Downtown Brooklyn’s new splash pad.

Your guide to the FIFA World Cup 2026 in New York

New York City prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a discounted ticket lottery for residents and several local fan zones across Brooklyn.

Family-Friendly programming in Brooklyn Bridge Park 2026

Brooklyn Bridge Park has announced its 2026 outdoor season lineup, featuring a World Cup Fan Zone, free kayaking, and the return of popular festivals from May through October.

The Week in Brooklyn: May 11–17, 2026

Macy’s 4th of July fireworks will return to the Brooklyn Bridge for the nation's semiquincentennial as new developments and summer programming launch across the borough.

Outdoor Festivals and Street Fairs in Brooklyn in 2026

Community calendars are filling up for the 2026 spring season with free festivals, street fairs, and communal events across Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO starting this May.

Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (5/18-5/24)

Brooklyn Heights and surrounding neighborhoods will host a variety of free family events this week, including educational workshops, puppet shows, and outdoor recreation.

The 2026 Macy’s Fireworks are returning to the Brooklyn Bridge for a historic anniversary

Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks will return to the Brooklyn Bridge in 2026 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the show and the U.S. semiquincentennial.

Body found floating in East River off Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 5

Authorities are investigating after the body of an unidentified man was discovered floating in the East River near Brooklyn Bridge Park on Friday morning.