New York City family weekend planner
Things to do with kids this weekend in New York (October 23–25)
Updated October 25, 2026
The weekend of October 23–25 in New York brings Halloween Boo Bash at White Garden, Randall's Island Park (Saturday). Every listing comes from the organizer's own calendar, with times, venues, and official links — free ones are marked.
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Family events in New York this weekend: October 23–25
Friday, October 23
1 event · already happened
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
(1) Everyone regardless of age needs a ticket. (Laps seats are available to purchase at the box office for infants.
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Saturday, October 24
3 events · 1 free · already happened
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
(1) Everyone regardless of age needs a ticket. (Laps seats are available to purchase at the box office for infants.
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Candy Crafting at Cricket's Candy Creations at i Candy NYC
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Halloween Boo Bash
Free family Halloween celebration in White Garden at Randall's Island Park: themed activities, crafts, music, and treats.
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Sunday, October 25
3 events · 1 free
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Girl's Softball Clinic
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
(1) Everyone regardless of age needs a ticket. (Laps seats are available to purchase at the box office for infants.
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Candy Crafting at Cricket's Candy Creations at i Candy NYC
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Coming up in New York
- Movie Under the Stars: Frankenweenie (2012) — October 28 · NYC Parks
- Halloween — October 30 · Olgas El Gallo Community Garden
- NYC Village Halloween Parade (53rd) — October 31 · Sixth Avenue, Greenwich Village