Brooklyn Bridge Park has activites all summer long for kids and adults alike. Whether it’s Shakespeare at sunset overlooking the Manhattan skyline or learning how to play chess, Brooklyn Bridge Park has an endlessly interesting lineup.

Take a look at just a few of their upcoming events:

Checkmate 101
Wednesdays, June 11 – August 30
6:30 pm  – 8:00 pm
Pier 1

Come learn how to take your chess game to the next level with Zebedee Collins! The class is best for beginning players, but all players are welcome. Limited boards are available.

Photo Courtesy: Alexa Hoyer
Photo Courtesy: Alexa Hoyer

 

Shakespeare At Sunset: Theater 2020

King Lear
June 13-15, 7 pm 
Granite Prospect

Free performances of King Lear by Theater 2020. Part of the series, Shakespeare at Sunset.

Pier Kids: Block Party with Brooklyn Children’s Museum

Sunday, June 15, 11 am
Pier 6

Transform the park into an outdoor museum with building “Block Parties”, and learn about health with the larger-than life Stuffee puppet. Art activities start at noon.

Pedal Stop
Sunday, June 15 at 10 am
Pier 5

Stop by the free rider assistance and information station from Bike New York where you can get a drink of water and healthy snack, then pick up safety instruction, bike maps and route suggestions.

(Feature Photo Courtesy: Julienne Schaer)

Recommended Articles