There are many things to do and see in Queens. From film to food. Some of these activities are free, others are almost free. They are for all the family, to have fun and learn together.
Film Screenings: Enjoy a movie and a museum tour to learn about film, television, and digital media. Cost: $6 – $12
Museum of the Moving Image, Astoria
September 3 – 5, 1:00 p.m.
Move through the water with a Manhattan skyline view. Children must be accompanied by parent. No reservation required. Cost: FREE
Hallets Cove, Long Island City
September 3 – 24, Sat., 4 p.m.; Sun., 12 p.m.
Rapper’s Row Queens Bridge & Hollis Hip Hop Tour: Take a musical journey to various landmarks to get a closer look at the history of hip-hop Cost: $68. Meet-up location varies.
Hollis, Long Island City
September 3, 10, &24 10:00 a.m.
Agora LIC Market: A shopping experience like no other. You will find independent designers, artisans, entertainers, and food. Cost: FREE
10-31 49th Avenue, Long Island City
September 8, 4:00 p.m.
Fashion’s Night Out: Preview the hottest fall fashions all night at Pop Up Fashion Shows on all levels of the mall. Stay for special offers! Cost: FREE
Queens Center Mall, Elmhurst
September 10, 7:00 p.m.
Sunnyside Shorts Film Festival: Live music, films, and free pizza for the first 100 people. Ages 13+ only. Cost: $10
Sunnyside Gardens Park, Sunnyside
September 17, 11:00 a.m.
Eat Well, Live Well: Health and wellness fair with live performances, dance fitness and fun activities for all. Cost: FREE
113-50 Farmers Blvd, St. Albans
September 17 – 18, 10:00 a.m.
World Maker Faire: Family festival of arts, engineering and science. Interactive exhibits with makers to learn, build, and play! Cost: $10 – $25
New York Hall of Science, Corona
September 17, 10:00 a.m.
NYC Honey Festival: A day of honey tastings, cooking demos, activities and contests. Cost: FREE
Shore Front Parkway & Beach 96th Street, Rockaway Park
September 24, 9:00 a.m.
Fitness Hike: An Urban Park Ranger will introduce you to the hidden gems of NYC using a map and a compass! Cost: FREE
Forest Park, Woodhaven
September 24, 11:00 a.m.
National Estuaries Day: A festival to commemorate our coastal bays, sounds, and lagoons with boat rides and activities. Cost: FREE
Alley Pond Environmental Center, Douglaston
September 25, 3:00 p.m.
Let’s Hang On!: The premier America’s # 1 Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Tribute show. Cost: $35
Queensborough Performing Arts Center, Bayside
September 30 – October 30, Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 4 p.m.
Sounds of Colombia: Live dance and music from the coasts of Colombia to make you dance in your seat. Cost: $25+
Thalia Spanish Theatre, Sunnyside