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Hippity Hoppity Easter at Green Meadows Farm Queens

Queens’ Favorite Easter Egg Hunt Join us for a fun-filled spring celebration with Whiskers the Easter Bunny and all his friends at the farm! Families are invited to enjoy a joyful day outdoors filled with laughter, discovery, and classic Easter fun. Get ready for the excitement of our outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, where children search for colorful eggs filled with treasures. The smiles, giggles, and memories made are what Easter at Green Meadows Farm is all about! Be sure to bring your Easter basket and your camera—there’s fun around every corner.
Dates: 
03/28/2026
03/29/2026
04/03/2026
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: 
Alley Pond Park, Union Turnpike, Oakland Gardens, NY, USA
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Holi Festival at Queens County Museum

Join us in welcoming the spring harvest with this joyous Hindu festival! This educational program teaches the rich cultural and spiritual significance of Holi by exploring its origins, evolution, and how it’s celebrated around the world, even right here in Queens! Holi marks the arrival of spring and celebrates renewal and the anticipation of a successful agricultural season. Featuring traditional dancers and Indian snacks and treats, immerse yourself in the delight of color play, where the vibrant powders create a kaleidoscope of joy as we run across the scenic south side of our 47-acre farm.
Dates: 
03/21/2026
11am - 12:15pm
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Location:

73-50 Little Neck Parkway
Floral Park, NY, 11004-1129
United States

Phone:

(718) 347-3276

Summer Field Science Camp Students Entering 7th through 8th grade at The New York Botanical Garden

Explore the Bronx River! Campers dive into real science- collecting data, exploring wildlife, and going behind the scenes to discover how NYBG studies the Bronx River and beyond.
Dates: 
08/03/2026
08/04/2026
08/05/2026
9 am - 3 pm
Location: 
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458, United States
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The Peking Acrobats® at Kupferberg Center for the Arts

Prepare to be amazed as The Peking Acrobats® deliver a jaw-dropping performance that defies gravity and belief. This thrilling showcase blends the time-honored tradition of Chinese acrobatics with live music, bold visuals, and cutting-edge special effects—creating a high-flying experience for all ages. From daring maneuvers atop a pagoda of chairs to astonishing foot juggling, contortion, balancing feats, and precision tumbling, this high-energy production pushes the boundaries of human ability. Accompanied by live music on traditional Chinese instruments—and enhanced by vibrant costumes and stunning effects—The Peking Acrobats offer a kaleidoscope of movement, color, and cultural celebration. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Chinese acrobatics for the first time, this spellbinding show will leave you amazed and asking: “How did they DO that?” Don’t miss this electrifying experience—fun for the whole family and unforgettable for all.
Dates: 
03/29/2026
4 pm
Location: 
153-49 Reeves Avenue, Flushing, NY, USA
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2026 Barnyard Egg Hunt - Queens County Farm Museum

Hop over to the most celebrated egg hunt in Queens! Kids and their grown-ups can delight in this classic springtime tradition. Hunt for colorful, prize-filled eggs in Queens Farm’s historic orchard, snap photos with Whiskers the Bunny, and enjoy outdoor games that make memories worth keeping!
Dates: 
03/28/2026
04/04/2026
10am - 5pm (Egg Hunting will take place every 30 minutes starting from 10:15am)
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Location:

73-50 Little Neck Parkway
Floral Park, NY, 11004-1129
United States

Phone:

(718) 347-3276

Budding Botanists Students Currently In Grades 1 through 6 at The New York Botanical Garden

Spring into adventure! Campers will explore the vibrant 250-acre New York Botanical Garden as it bursts into bloom. They’ll discover amazing plants, create colorful crafts, and dive into fun experiments that show how plants, animals, and even rocks are all connected. With scavenger hunts and nature journals in hand, campers will become plant detectives—observing, exploring, and uncovering the secrets of the wonderful world of plants!
Dates: 
04/06/2026
04/07/2026
04/08/2026
9 am - 3 pm
Location: 
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458, United States
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Science Camp Students Entering Grades 1 through 6 in Fall 2026 at The New York Botanical Garden

Dive into the wonders of the natural world this summer at NYBG’s Science Camp! Campers spend the day outdoors on the 250-acre NYBG campus: hiking, experimenting, creating art and playing with their fellow campers and staff. Weekly themes feature junior botanists, woodland adventures and wild wetlands.
Dates: 
07/06/2026
07/07/2026
07/08/2026
9 am - 3 pm
Location: 
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458, United States
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Green Thumbs Gardening Camp Students Entering Grades 1 through 6 in Fall 2026 at The New York Botanical Garden

Dig into the summer season! Using the Edible Academy’s greenhouse, classroom building, and gardens, campers will investigate plant growth and learn all about vegetables. Campers will use the NYBG grounds as an outdoor classroom to investigate themes of art and ecology. Children will engage in hands-on gardening, learn about sustainability, and participate in culinary and crafting activities.
Dates: 
07/06/2026
07/07/2026
07/08/2026
9 am - 3 pm
Location: 
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458, United States
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