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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Friends of Postcards 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

Borough President Vito Fossella cordially invites you to a Day of Reflection on Friday, September 11, in honor and memory of those we lost 25 years ago on September 11, 2001. All family and friends are welcome to the Postcards Memorial throughout the day to take a moment to pause, reflect, and remember. To ensure their legacies echo through our hearts, every hour on the hour, starting at 2 p.m., a video tribute will be played with the names of our beloved family, friends, and loved ones. The day’s observance will conclude with a closing ceremony at 6 p.m.

Friday, September 11, 2 pm – 6 pm
Friends of Postcards, Bank St.

Movies Under the Stars: Miracle

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. The 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team led by head coach Herb Brooks, the title comes from sportscaster Al Michaels’ legendary call, “Do you believe in miracles?” Rated PG

Friday, September 11, 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Wolfe’s Pond Park, 240 Cornelia Ave.

Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: Macbeth

At the center of Macbeth by William Shakespeare is Macbeth and Lady Macbeth as two halves of a sacred fracture: Macbeth, the sword — forged for violence, conquest, and action — and Gruoch, the vessel — tied to land, bloodline, ritual, and sovereignty itself. Together, they become the old world’s final desperate attempt to preserve itself against extinction. But as Macbeth rises from celebrated warrior to blood-soaked tyrant, the very powers that sought to guide him must reckon with the devastation they have unleashed.

Sept. 11 & 12, 18 & 19, 7:30 pm
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terr.

Outdoor Skills: Water in the Wilderness

Learn how to find, collect, and safely use water in the wild. This hands‑on outdoor program teaches essential skills for locating natural water sources, evaluating water safety, and using reliable purification methods. Perfect for anyone looking to build confidence and stay prepared in real wilderness conditions.

Saturday, September 12, 11 am – 12:30 pm
Wolfe’s Pond Park, Cornelia Ave. and Chester Ave.

America250: 1776 Peace Conference Celebration & Reenactment

As part of the Conference House’s America250 series, this signature event commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary at the very site where history unfolded. This signature America250 event commemorates the historic 1776 Peace Conference with a full-day public program featuring a live reenactment of the negotiations, bringing to life the diplomatic tensions and conversations that shaped the Revolutionary era. In addition to the reenactment, visitors will experience immersive 18th-century demonstrations, including period-appropriate crafts, military drills, domestic life activities, and interpretive presentations that illuminate daily life during the Revolutionary period. Interactive educational programming and family-friendly activities will further engage audiences in exploring the political and social context of 1776. This cornerstone event of the America250 series offers a dynamic, hands-on opportunity to connect with the nation’s founding history on the very site where it unfolded.

Saturday, September 12, 11 am – 3 pm
Conference House, 7455 Hylan Blvd

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! Rain date is the following day.

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

America250: Staten Island Philharmonic Concert in the Park

As part of the Conference House’s America250 series, this outdoor concert celebrates the nation’s 250th anniversary through music and community.The Staten Island Philharmonic presents an outdoor concert at the conclusion of the 1776 Peace Conference Celebration and Reenactment with a celebratory program of American orchestral music. Set in a scenic park environment, the performance offers a reflective yet uplifting musical experience honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Sunday, September 12, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Conference House, 7455 Hylan Blvd.

Movies Under the Stars: A Minecraft Movie

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. Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they’ll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected, expert crafter. Rated PG.

Sunday, September 12, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Arrochar Playground, Sand La., Major Ave. and Mcfarland Ave.

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