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Things To Do This Weekend in NYC: Leap Year, NYICFF, St. Pat's Parades

Transform the world around you at the interactive technology showcase Teknopolis. Photo by Ros Muggeridge
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2/26/20 - By Drew Kristofik

We have what might theoretically be described as an extra day this year—and Saturday is that day. Celebrate the leap year with a visit to Staten Island's St. George Library, where kids can find out all about leap year and have a dance party. With the calendar turning to March on Sunday, St. Patrick's Day parades are already prepping to meander down local boulevards. Join the throngs in Sunnyside, Queens, or on Staten Island!

Since you have this extra day on your hands, why not head to the Bronx to check out the opulent Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden? You can catch a performance of Drumfolk at the New Vic, introduce your tweens to Jane Austen, or snuggle up with some popcorn as the New York International Children's Film Fest gathers momentum.

More Saturday to-dos include an indoor block party in Brooklyn and a celebration of Danish Halloween (Fastlavn) at Scandinavia House. Sunday's options include a salute to Hinamatsuri (Doll's Day) at Japan Society, squirrel data gathering in Manhattan parks, Mummenschanz in the Bronx, and carnival fun in Brooklyn. And if the weather holds out, Wildman Steve Brill celebrates his 38th year of foraging with tours this weekend in Central Park and Prospect Park.

Come Monday, don't forget to salute good old Dr. Seuss on his birthday—he'll be 116 on March 2! Parties are popping up all over town in his honor, and we have some fun at-home ideas for you, too.

Find more top events in our March GoList or our always packed daily NYC event calendar.

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The dazzling floral creations of Jeff Leatham energize the 18th annual Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden. Photo courtesy of NYBG
The dazzling floral creations of Jeff Leatham energize the 18th annual Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden. Photo courtesy of NYBG

Things To Do With Kids in NYC All Weekend

Galli Theater's The Brave Little Tailor

Tribeca
The brave little tailor kills seven flies with one blow. The little tailor is amazed at his heroic deed and wants the whole world to hear of it. READ MORE

The Orchid Show 2024: Florals in Fashion at NYBG

Bronx Park, the Bronx
Now in its 21st year, the Orchid Show showcases thousands of dramatically displayed orchids in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. This year's show provides a unique perspective on the connections between the botanical world and fashion. READ MORE

CANCELED: Drumfolk

Midtown West
From hambone to hip-hop, an extraordinary ensemble of dancers, drummers, and musicians takes us from West Africa to Washington, D.C., to reveal the hidden histories and resounding rhythms that transformed America. READ MORE

CANCELED: Cheer From Chawton: A Jane Austen Family Theatrical

Union Square
In the tradition of home theatricals held during her childhood, Jane Austen has prepared entertainment for her family in which her siblings are to take part with her as performers. She expects to begin playing Mrs. Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice), to her brother James’ Mr. Bennet. READ MORE

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: New York International Children's Film Festival Screenings

Downtown Brooklyn
You don't have to head into Manhattan to see movies entered in The New York International Children's Film Festival. Alamo Drafthouse brings short films to Brooklyn. READ MORE

CANCELED: SVA: New York International Children's Film Festival Screenings

Chelsea
The New York International Children's Film Festival screens a wide variety of films from around the globe, specifically for children, at theaters in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens.  On the advice of public health experts on COVID-19 best practices and in the interest of making health the utmost priority, NYICFF has made the difficult decision to cancel all events and screenings for NYICFF's final weekend, March 14th and 15th. READ MORE

Cinepolis Chelsea: New York International Children's Film Festival Screenings

Chelsea
Cinepolis Chelsea screens movies from around the world, in conjunction with The New York International Children's Film Festival. READ MORE

BAMKids Teknopolis 2020

Fort Greene, Brooklyn
Teknopolis returns to the BAM Fisher for its fourth year with an ambitious new program designed to inspire creativity, connect with the future, and encourage a renewed sense of play. READ MORE

Family Art Project: We Build Our Homes

Riverdale, the Bronx
Guest artist Anh Ta helps kids create an accordion-style zine to use as a journal, field notebook, or book of recipes to hold memories and plans that describe what home means. READ MORE
Join Scandinavia House’s celebration of Fastelavn, which includes dress-up, traditional games, goodies, and songs. Photo courtesy of Scandinavia House
Join Scandinavia House’s celebration of Fastelavn, which includes dress-up, traditional games, goodies, and songs. Photo courtesy of Scandinavia House

Things To Do With Kids in NYC Saturday, February 29

Just Kidding: Lucy Kalantari and the Jazz Cats

Upper West Side
Lucy Kalantari is a songwriter, composer, and producer based in Brooklyn, making jazz-age inspired music for families. READ MORE

Brooklyn Indoor Block Party

Downtown Brooklyn — FREE
Join this indoor block party at City Point with a bouncy house, Beyblade tourney, bookmaking, LEGO-building, a treasure hunt, and a school fair. READ MORE

Leap Day Party

St. George, Staten Island — FREE
Learn what leap year is and the reason behind it, then make some themed crafts, and participate in leap year-inspired activities. Why not use the extra day to have a dance party? READ MORE

Family Concert: Meet the Percussion

Park Slope, Brooklyn
Join in to we learn about drumming traditions from around the world– from djembe to vibraphone and drum set to tabla. READ MORE

Alden Moves Dance Theater's 5th Anniversary Event!

Prospect Park South, Brooklyn — FREE
Children of all ages and their parents are invited to attend a fashion show that celebrates the work of the Ditmas Park, Brooklyn-based dance company and school that opened its doors 5 years ago. READ MORE

Living History: Black Women and the Suffragist Movement

Upper West Side
Historical Interpreters tell visitors about organizations like the National Association of Colored Women and leaders like Ida B. Wells, who organized and protested for the rights and freedom of black women in America. READ MORE

Family Concert: Meet the Percussion

Park Slope, Brooklyn
Join in to we learn about drumming traditions from around the world– from djembe to vibraphone and drum set to tabla. READ MORE

Bag to the Future

Upper East Side — FREE
Weavers and designers from NYC-based Tick Studio lead participants in making lap loom weavings using recycled materials, including plastic bags, mylar balloons, and other single-use plastics. READ MORE

Wildman Steve Brill Hunt for Wild Chickweed

Central Park
Wildman Steve Brill - with his daughter, Violet - celebrates 38 years of foraging with a romp through Central Park, keeping an eye out for cold weather greens in the Ramble, chickweed near Belvedere Castle, ground ivy, and sassafras, among other green goodies. READ MORE
Enjoy an authentic display of intricately decorated hina dolls, experience Hinamatsuri traditions, sing songs, and make a doll to take home at the Japan Society. Photo courtesy of the Japan Society
Enjoy an authentic display of intricately decorated hina dolls, experience Hinamatsuri traditions, sing songs, and make a doll to take home at the Japan Society. Photo courtesy of the Japan Society

Things to Do With Kids in NYC on Sunday, March 1

Hinamatsuri (Doll’s Day)

Midtown East
Enjoy an authentic display of intricately decorated hina dolls, experience Hinamatsuri traditions, sing songs, and make your own dolls to take home! READ MORE

Family Concert: The Pop Ups

Upper East Side
Grammy-nominated group The Pop Ups lights up the stage in a special unplugged acoustic concert with their musician friends. Experience live drawing with sound, hilarious puppets, and an epic costume party just in time for Purim! READ MORE

Carnaval, Kanaval, Carnival! A Diasporic Celebration & Party

Boerum Hill, Brooklyn
Cumbe hosts its second annual Carnival Celebration featuring a party and showcase, celebrating the vibrant culture of the Caribbean. READ MORE

CANCELED: Family Sundays at the Rubin Museum: Holi

Chelsea
In response to concerns regarding the coronavirus, and with the health and safety of visitors and staff a priority, the Rubin Museum has decided to temporarily close to the public effective March 13 at 5pm. It is cancelling all public programs until further notice, at least through March 31. Celebrate Holi, the festival of colors and love, signifying the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring, and construct floral designs using bright and vibrant hues. READ MORE

Mummenschanz

Lehman College, the Bronx
Mummenschanz creates a playful yet compelling experience through the inventive use of shadow, light, and creative manipulation of objects. READ MORE

Squirrels, Parks & the City: A (Very Serious) Data-Gathering Expedition

Manhattan-wide — FREE
Sign up to be a Squirrel Sighter and participate in a one-of-a-kind Sunday expedition. READ MORE

Staten Island St. Patrick's Parade

Staten Island — FREE
The annual Staten Island St. Patrick's Parade attracts thousands of spectators to Forest Avenue each year for a procession of the borough's pipe bands, school bands, revelers in Irish pride, and celebrated figures. READ MORE

St. Pat's for All Parade 2024

Sunnyside, Queens
The St. Pat's for All Parade celebrates the diversity of the Irish and Irish American communities of New York. First held in 2000, St. Pat's for All cherishes and celebrates an inclusive St. Patrick's season.  READ MORE

Wildman Steve Brill Hunt for Daylily Shoots and more

Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Wildman Steve Brill celebrates 38 years of foraging with a romp through Prospect Park, keeping an eye out for wild coffee growing along the sidewalk on the park's east side. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Concert Hall
New York Historical Society DiMenna Children's History Museum
Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Concert Hall
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Cumbe Center for African and Diaspora Dance
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts
Manhattan-wide