Things To Do This Weekend in Staten Island

Things To Do This Weekend in Staten Island

There are so many amazing activities happening for families every weekend in Staten Island, and a whole bunch of events just waiting to be added to your family fun list! The next few days are packed with exciting, family-friendly happenings, so make your plans now. Take a look at our list of fantastic events going on this weekend!

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Movies Under the Stars: Song Sung Blue

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs.

Friday, June 12, 8:30 pm – 11 pm
Conference House Park, 298 Satterlee Street

Bug Hunt!

Join to look for bugs around the Nature Interpretive Center! Tools provided. All ages welcome!

Saturday, June 13, 10 am – 12 pm
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve, Nature Interpretive Center, 2351 Veterans Road West

Archery

Learn the art of archery with free lessons taught by expert Urban Park Rangers at the archery range in Willowbrook Park on Staten Island. All equipment will be provided. Ages 8 and older!

Saturday, June 13, 11 am – 12:30 pm
Willowbrook Park, 2 Eton Place

ShopRite Kidz Cook: Sliders and Slaw

Join the ShopRite Kidz Cook team at the museum! In this class young cooks will learn to make the seasonal favorites Cheeseburger Sliders and Coleslaw Cups!

Saturday, June 13, 12 pm – 4 pm
Staten Island Children’s Museum, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M

Cottage Row Curiosities

Shop the Row at Cottage Row Curiosities, a community artisan market at Snug Harbor featuring over 40 vendors from the Staten Island community, as well as food and drink options from onsite partners Egger’s Original Ice Cream Parlor and Harbor Eats. Enjoy live pop-up music performances and free activities!

Saturday, June 13, 12 pm – 5 pm
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terr.

The New York Life Foundation and NYC Libraries Summer Book Giveaway

NYC’s public libraries are here to help make sure ALL kids and families have access to books and are working with the New York Life Foundation to give away free children’s books you can take home and keep. Visit the St. George Library Center to get yours—while supplies last!

Saturday, June 13, 12 pm – 3 pm
St. George Library Center, 5 Central Avenue

Arts, Culture and Fun: Taikoza

Join NYC Parks for a special concert featuring Taikoza Drummers! Taikoza created a new sound using the thunderous rhythms of the ancestral Taiko drums and the magical sounds of the bamboo flutes. Taiko Means big drums – and this is what Taikoza Brings. Taiko, powerful rhythms, and electrifying, room-thumping energy. This exciting group draws from Japan’s rich tradition of music and performance to create a highly visual and stimulating performance!

Saturday, June 13, 1 pm – 2 pm
Faber Park, 2175 Richmond Terrace

Movies Under the Stars: The Muppets (2011)

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs.

Saturday, June 13, 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Von Briesen Park

Staten Island Comic Fest

Check out Staten Island’s newest comic book convention – made for collectors by a collector – featuring comics, toys, collectibles, special guests, and more!

Sunday, June 14, 10 am – 4 pm
Flagship Brewery, 40 Minthorne Street

Polish Festival 2026

This event is an undertaking of the Polish-American community of Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church. Polish culture, music, traditions. Taste of Poland, traditional cuisine is served throughout the day including kielbasa, pierogi, golabki (stuffed cabbage), and baked goods. Live performances by singers, dance groups. For kids face painting, bounce houses.

Sunday, June 14, 12 pm – 8 pm
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terr.

Summer Sundaze Market Series by Faire and Flourish

Join Faire & Flourish for Summer Sundaze, a free outdoor market series bringing shopping, live music, children’s activities, and summer fun to Forest Avenue. Spend the afternoon exploring 30+ vendors, enjoying live entertainment, and making memories with family and friends. From unique finds and handmade goods to interactive activities for kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Sunday, June 14, 3 – 7 pm
Parking Lot of Kings Arms Diner, 500 Forest Ave.

America250: Staten Island Philharmonic Concert: Flag Day Celebration

As part of the Conference House’s America250 series, this concert honors the nation’s 250th anniversary through patriotic tradition and reflection. Celebrate Flag Day with the Staten Island Philharmonic in a patriotic concert honoring the history and symbolism of the American flag. This program explores the musical traditions that have accompanied the nation’s story, featuring works that evoke national pride, resilience, and unity. The concert provides a family-friendly opportunity to reflect on the meaning of Flag Day within the broader context of America250.

Sunday, June 14, 4 pm – 6 pm
Conference House, 7455 Hylan Blvd.

The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital

An annual summer tradition, the Metropolitan Opera’s popular summer recital series in New York City parks continues this year, showcasing performances by members of the Met’s Lindemann Young Artist Development Program.

Sunday, June 14, 7 pm – 9 pm
Historic Richmond Town, 441 Clarke Ave.

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