Top 10 March family events in Brooklyn

Go-to Brooklyn parent resources Macaroni KID Brooklyn NW and Brooklyn Bridge Parents have teamed up to bring you some of the best family events for Brooklyn families in March including family performances, indoor kids' activities, and holiday celebrations for St. Patrick's Day, Holi, and Easter!

1. Kid-friendly theater and dance performances

Cinderella at Central Library in Grand Army Plaza
Saturday, March 2 | 1-2pm | FREE
Enjoy this free performance of the classic tale at Brooklyn Public Library.
Jack and the Beanstalk with Child's Play NY at Brooklyn Heights Library
Saturday, March 2 | 3:30-4:30pm | FREE
Children engage in a story and practice bravery, silliness, improvisation, singing and more! Bravery and wit are on display in this imaginative retelling. Help Jack and other characters along on their quest using theater games.
The Other Side at BAM in Fort Greene
Saturday, March 2 & Sunday, March 3 | 11am & 3pm | | $18 tickets | For ages 7+
Sensory-friendly performance on March 3 at 3pm
Twenty years after its first publication, Jacqueline Woodson’s powerful picture book The Other Side comes to life on stage in an enthralling program of dance about overcoming the barriers that keep us apart.
Show Way The Musical at BAM in Fort Greene
Saturday, March 16 2pm & 7pm & Sunday, March 17 11am & 3pm | $18 tickets | For ages 7+
Sensory-friendly performance on March 17 at 3pm
This stirring historical musical—adapted from Jacqueline Woodson’s acclaimed children’s book—pays tribute to the women in Woodson’s own family whose strength and knowledge have illuminated their daughters’ lives over seven generations.

2. Kids' concerts

10th Annual Brooklyn Music School Jazz Festival in Fort Greene
Saturday, March 2 | 11am-6:30pm | $10 suggested
The 2024 BMS Middle School Jazz Festival will include performances by guest artist and fabulous trumpet player Terell Stafford with the Brooklyn Music School Jazz Faculty and local middle schools. There will also be workshops for brass, woodwind, and rhythm sections as well as clinics on Listening to Jazz and Jazz Evolution.
Timbalooloo Jazz for Kids at National Sawdust in Williamsburg
Sunday, March 3 | 11am (10:30am doors) | $15/ticket
In this monthly interactive series, instruments come to life and speak through their music, so that children learn to conceive of music as a dialogue amongst instruments and feel empowered to express themselves by making their instruments talk. Hosted by Timbalooloo founder Oran Etkin and his friend Clara Net (his clarinet), featuring special guests!
Lavender Blues: REMIXES, a Family Hip-Hop Concert at Brooklyn Children's Museum
Thursday, March 7 | 3-3:45am | FREE during museum's Amazon Free Hours
Join us as Lady B of Lavender Blues performs “The REMIXES,” a hip-hop concert for families. Parents and little ones will love this interactive, toe-tapping, get-out-of-your-seat good time with Lady B and her Bunnies!
Uncle Shlomo's Family Concert Series presents Flor Bromley at Jalopy Theatre in Red Hook
Saturday, March 16 | 11am | $10 adults, $5 kids
From award-winning folk musicians to rock-n-rollers, puppeteers and pop stars, this family concert series is sure to engage, entertain and educate your entire family! Flor Bromley is a Latin GRAMMY Nominated recording artist, bilingual singer/songwriter, actress, storyteller and puppeteer.
HERstory with Flor Bromley at Brooklyn Children's Museum
Thursday, March 21 | 2-5pm | FREE during museum's Amazon Free Hours
Celebrate Women’s History Month with this special performance by bilingual musician, Flor Bromley! HERstory is a musical one woman show about influential women of our generation.
Family Concert: Five Magical Tales at Brooklyn Museum in Park Slope
Saturday, March 23 | 1pm & 3:30pm | $15-25
Brooklyn Conservatory Community Orchestra (BCCO) will take you on a mesmerizing musical journey presents its annual family concert at the Brooklyn Museum. Delve into the rich tapestry of world folklore through the masterpieces of renowned composers. Each piece promises to transport listeners to distant lands and evoke the timeless essence of folklore.
Rolie Polie Guacamole at Jalopy Theatre in Red Hook
Saturday, March 23 | 11am-12pm | $10 adv / $12 door
Rolie Polie Guacamole has developed a smart, parent-friendly musical style that dresses up original tunes and classic covers with vibrant harmonies and deft instrumental layers, plugging in a sizzling electric current of rhythm that lights up lyrics humming with relevance and humor.

3. Wearable Art with Brooklyn FAM at Brooklyn Children's Museum

Saturday, March 2, Sunday, March 10, Saturday, March 24 | 11 am – 1 pm | $14-15 admission

Join BCM for a series of art activities to engage with the Brooklyn FAM: Festival of Arts and Music public art exhibit, currently on view in BCM. Each event will be led by the lead artist for each of the three projects on view. Through personal reflection and hands-on crafting, kids and families will be able to create wearable art that carries meaning into their daily lives and sparks new connections with others.

4. March KIDS Madness: A Saturday Series at CityPoint in Downtown Brooklyn

Saturdays March 9 (11am-2pm), 16 (11am-1pm), 23 (11am-2pm) | FREE crafts, $20 shows (Free for kids under 2) | For ages 3-9

Shows, Entertainment, Crafts, Experiments, Playtime, Photo-Ops, and SO much more! Ticketed shows for ages 2+:

March 9 - 11 am to 2 pm - Circus Bash
30 minute circus magic shows with audience interaction. Plus 30 minutes juggling lesson with scarves and spinning plate lesson in smaller groups
March 16 - 11 am to 1 pm - Princess Bash
Interactive storytime, sing-along, royal ball with dance lessons, temporary tattoos, and princess meet and greet with individual photos.
March 23 - 11 am to 2 pm - Science Bash
60 minute science shows with audience interaction.

5. Dadurdays at Wild East Brewing Company in Gowanus

Saturday, March 9 | 11am | FREE entry

Join local dad and Compass real estate salesperson Casey at new series Dadurdays at Wild East Browing Company for family-friendly craft beer and craft activities with Color Architect Kids. Bring your kids, bring your friends, bring your partners (or give them a break). No RSVP needed, but shoot me a DM if you know you’re coming.

6. New York International Children's Film Festival at Alamo Drafthouse Downtown Brooklyn

Sunday, March 10 | 11am and 1:20pm | $17 tickets | For ages 8+

Established in 1997, NYICFF’s mission is rooted in the belief of film as a path for young people to understand themselves and others. Most films are screened in Manhattan, but two will be coming to Alamo Drafthouse on March 10:

The Concierge | Japan | New York Premiere
Yoshimi Itazu, 2023, 70 min., In Japanese, with English subtitles
The word “no” does not exist in the concierge’s dictionary! So says trainee Akino, who caters to the every whim of her exclusively animal clientele in this characteristically zany anime from the legendary Production IG and Crunchyroll.
Robot Dreams | France, Spain | Oscar® Nominee!
Pablo Berger, 2023, 103 min., No dialogue
Even without dialogue, this Oscar® nominated, hand-drawn story about a dog and his robot captures all the sweetness that can span a friendship, whether it lasts for a reason or for a season.

7. National Girls & Women in Sports Day in Red Hook

Sunday, March 17 – 12pm–2pm | FREE | For ages 6+

National Girls and Women in Sports Day is an annual celebration of Title IX. Join them for a fun afternoon of sports and group activities. Learn new skills with NYC Parks' sports clinics in soccer, basketball, football, and more.

8. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Annual Brooklyn St. Patrick's Parade in South Slope
Sunday, March 17 | 1pm | FREE
The Annual Brooklyn St. Patrick's Parade in Park Slope is the oldest St. Patrick's Parade in Brooklyn. The event features music, marching bands, face painting, antique cars, Irish Dancers, and much more.
Brooklyn Irish Dance Co. performance at Time Out Market in DUMBO
Sunday, March 17 | 5pm | FREE
Time Out Market New York is bringing the luck of the Irish to DUMBO this March with live entertainment from the amazing Brooklyn Irish Dance Co.
29th Annual Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sunday, March 24 | 12pm | FREE
The Bay Ridge Saint Patrick’s Day Parade was the brain child of the late Gene Reilly in 1994, owner of the former Lief Erickson Pub on 5th Avenue. He wanted to share the Celtic culture and love of Irish Heritage. He believed there was a need and desire for this, and always room for one more parade in New York City.
View more St. Patrick's Day events and celebrations across NYC

9. Celebrate Holi with Brooklyn Conservatory of Music in Prospect Park

Sunday, March 24 | 3-5pm | FREE entry, $6 for each colored powder packet

Join Mixed Masala and BKCM in celebrating Holi! The celebration begins at 3pm with picnicking and live music at Long Meadow (near Grand Army Plaza). Bring a blanket and snacks and enjoy the free concert. At 4pm, the music will change its tune and attendees will be invited to join in the traditional celebration of throwing colored powder. Wear white clothing and expect to get messy!

10. Celebrate Easter

Easter Egg Hunt at Green Meadows Farm in Marine Park
March 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 and April 1, 6, 7 | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | $14
Brooklyn’s favorite Easter Egg Hunt is on! Join Green Meadows Farm for a fun-filled day with Whiskers, the Easter Bunny, and all his friends at the farm! And are you ready to enjoy our outdoor Annual Easter Egg Hunt? The smiles you will see on your children’s faces as they search for colorful eggs filled with treasures. Plus your excitement will continue as you explore the Bunny House, discover the farm playground, and so much more!
11th Annual Town Square Spring Egg Hunt at FourFiveSix in Williamsburg
Saturday, March 30 | 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm | Rain or shine | $20pp online, $30 at door, $10-15 parent tickets
Bring your own basket and join an old-fashioned egg hunt! Enjoy your egg hunt, say hello to the Easter Bunny, and rock to fun music! Fabulous face paintings, and delicious mimosas and Bloody Mary's at extra cost. Wear your very best Spring bonnet and head to FourFiveSix in Brooklyn.
Free BHA Egg Hunt at Pierrepont Playground in Brooklyn Heights
Saturday, March 30th | 11am | FREE
They will be hosting an egg stuffing party at their offices sometime in late March! Details and a sign up link coming soon.
Seaport Kids x SPRINGTOPIA at The Seaport
Saturday, March 30 | 11am-2pm | FREE activities in the Plaza, ticketed egg hunt and cookie decorating on Rooftop
With free activities like Hype Dance, face painting, spring wreath-making, egg races, and Easter Bunny selfies on Seaport Square and a ticketed Easter egg hunt and cookie decorating on The Rooftop at Pier 17, there’s plenty of afternoon activities to keep kids busy and spark their creative sides.
View more Easter events and celebrations across NYC

Bonus March event highlight in Manhattan:

PLAYTOPIA: A World of Fun with Summer Camps at Pier 57 in Chelsea

Sunday, March 17 | 11am-3pm | FREE

Discover and play with dozens of summer camps and activities at PLAYTOPIA, presented by Nory and hosted by Mommy Poppins and Brooklyn Bridge Parents. Free activities include arts and crafts, STEM and robotics, games, collaborative sculpture build, face painting, games, and more. The magic shows will take place at 12 pm and 1 pm (each 30 minutes). Located indoors at beautiful Pier 57 in Chelsea, with Market 57 Food Hall, and adjacent to Little Island. It’s going to be a world of fun!