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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 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.