Summer Days of Play

All summer long, we’re celebrating the power of play. Play is how children learn best, and has been a part of our DNA since our founding in 1899.

Three Ways to Play Along

Around the City

Discover 25 screen-free play activities on LinkNYC kiosks throughout NYC (June 1 – 25). Simple ideas you can try anywhere!

Online

Follow our social media for weekly play activities, behind-the-scenes content, and connections to BCM’s 125-year history.

At the Museum

Join us for special celebration days and hands-on experiences that bring these activities to life.

Upcoming Events

Field Day pt. 2

Thursday, July 31, 2 pm – 5 pm
Join us for BCM’s second Field Day as part of our Summer Days of Play! Kick off summer break with fun and play in Brower Park! Check out our different activity stations to enjoy games on Brower Park’s lawn, parachute play, and more.

One Crown Heights

Sunday, August 17
Join us for the 10th annual One Crown Heights festival, a celebration of diversity and unity in the heart of Brooklyn! Dance to live music by local artists, play fun street games, create art, and enjoy food from kosher and non-kosher vendors – plus get free admission to Brooklyn Children’s Museum.

Field Day pt. 3

Thursday, August 28, 2 pm – 5 pm
Join us for BCM’s third and final Field Day as part of our Summer Days of Play! Kick off summer break with fun and play in Brower Park! Check out our different activity stations to enjoy games on Brower Park’s lawn, parachute play, and more.

More events and activities coming throughout July and August!

Past Events

World Day of Play

Wednesday, June 11, 2 pm – 5 pm
Kick off summer with jump rope, parachute games, face painting, and more! FREE admission as part of our Community Access hours.

Field Day pt. 1

Thursday, June 26, 2 pm – 5 pm
Celebrate the last day of school with field games and a special performance. FREE admission as part of our Community Access hours.

SMURFS Summer

Sunday, July 13
The Smurfs are taking over BCM on Sunday, July 13, in partnership with Paramount Pictures! This beloved franchise teaches kids about cooperation and collective problem-solving, with each character contributing their unique skills to help their village.

Why Summer Days of Play?

As we continue celebrating our 125th anniversary year, we’re proving that great play can happen anywhere—on city streets, at home, or here at BCM. Through simple, accessible activities, we’re sharing what we’ve always known: play is childhood’s most powerful classroom.

Follow along: @bcmkids on Instagram, and use #125YearsofPlay.