Things to Do in Queens This Week
Updated every Monday, Queens This Week is your weekly guide to events and things to do in Jackson Heights, Astoria, Long Island City (LIC), Sunnyside, Woodside, and East Elmhurst.
Curated weekly from official venue/library/parks calendars. Times can change—tap ‘Check it out’ to confirm.
Each week includes hand-picked local happenings: street fairs, family-friendly activities, live music, food events, and community gatherings—organized by neighborhood so you can plan your week accordingly.
Week of March 30–April 5, 2026
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Jackson Heights
Uncle Tony's Reptile Show›
A fun after-school wildlife pick for kids who want something more memorable than a regular weekday library stop.
Best for: families with kids, animal lovers, elementary-age children
Date + time: Monday, March 30, 3:30–4:15 PM
Venue: Jackson Heights Library, 35-51 81st Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Craft Hour with Queens Botanical Garden›
A relaxed, hands-on craft session that feels a little more special than a typical library program.
Best for: adults, older kids, crafty families
Date + time: Thursday, April 2, 5:00–6:00 PM
Venue: Jackson Heights Library, 35-51 81st Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Zumba for All! (in Spanish)›
A lively, upbeat neighborhood workout if you want something active and social without overcomplicating the plan.
Best for: adults, teens, older kids with energy
Date + time: Friday, April 3, 3:00–4:00 PM
Venue: Jackson Heights Library, 35-51 81st Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Jackson Heights Greenmarket›
An easy Sunday outing for strolling, snacking, and picking up produce while the neighborhood is buzzing.
Best for: families, weekend walkers, market shoppers
Date + time: Sunday, April 5, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Venue: 79th Street between 34th Avenue and Northern Boulevard, Jackson Heights (curbside)
Astoria
NYRR Open Run: Astoria Park›
A casual, community run-walk that works well if you want a healthy outdoor start to Saturday.
Best for: families with older kids, runners, walkers
Date + time: Saturday, April 4, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Venue: Astoria Park, 19th Street between Astoria Park South and Ditmars Boulevard, Astoria, NY 11102
Moving Image Studio›
A strong indoor Sunday option where kids can make things instead of just looking at them.
Best for: families, creative kids, rainy-day plans
Date + time: Sunday, April 5, 12:30–5:30 PM
Venue: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11106
Long Island City
ROOTED: Artists of LIC Opening Reception›
A good early-evening arts pick if you want something local, social, and still easygoing.
Best for: adults, teens, art lovers, families with older kids
Date + time: Thursday, April 2, 6:00–9:00 PM
Venue: Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
Sunset Jazz Federico Foli Jazz Trio›
A great Friday-night live music option that feels neighborhood-driven instead of overproduced.
Best for: date night, music lovers, adults
Date + time: Friday, April 3, 8:00 PM
Venue: Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
MoMA PS1›
A flexible museum outing for anyone who wants contemporary art and a low-pressure indoor plan over the weekend.
Best for: adults, teens, families with older kids
Date + time: Thursday, April 2 through Sunday, April 5, 12:00–6:00 PM
Venue: MoMA PS1, 22-25 Jackson Avenue, Queens, NY 11101
Sunnyside
Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt›
A solid free fitness option if you want an active weekday plan in a public, familiar setting.
Best for: adults, teens, older kids
Date + time: Thursday, April 2, 6:00–7:00 PM
Venue: Sunnyside Library, 43-06 Greenpoint Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11104
Innovation Stations: National Poetry Month›
A more creative pick for teens who like making things and want something different from the usual after-school routine.
Best for: teens, crafty older kids
Date + time: Friday, April 3, 4:00–5:00 PM
Venue: Sunnyside Library, 43-06 Greenpoint Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11104
Sunnyside Greenmarket›
An easy Saturday plan where you can grab produce, snack a little, and stay outdoors without needing tickets or reservations.
Best for: families, market shoppers, casual weekend plans
Date + time: Saturday, April 4, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Venue: Skillman Avenue between 42nd Street and 43rd Street, Sunnyside
Woodside
Crochet with Oumaya (in English/Arabic)›
A cozy, beginner-friendly creative class that works well for anyone who wants a calm, hands-on evening plan.
Best for: adults, older kids, beginners, crafty families
Date + time: Thursday, April 2, 6:00–7:00 PM
Venue: Woodside Library, 54-22 Skillman Avenue, Woodside, NY 11377
East Elmhurst
Origami Club›
A simple, hands-on kids program that feels more fun than standard reading support or homework help.
Best for: kids, families, crafty elementary-age children
Date + time: Thursday, April 2, 4:30–5:30 PM
Venue: East Elmhurst Library, 95-06 Astoria Boulevard, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Past Weeks (Archive)
Jackson Heights›
Week of March 23–March 29, 2026›
Uncle Tony’s Reptile Show›
A fun after-school pick for kids who love animals and want something more memorable than the usual weekday stop.
Best for: families with kids, animal lovers, elementary-age children
Date + time: Monday, March 23, 3:30–4:15 PM
Venue: Jackson Heights Library, 35-51 81st Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Indoor Plant Swap›
A relaxed neighborhood meetup where plant lovers can trade cuttings and spend an easy hour with fellow locals.
Best for: adults, plant lovers, families with older kids
Date + time: Saturday, March 28, 1:00–2:00 PM
Venue: Jackson Heights Library, 35-51 81st Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
COZY JAMS›
A sweet all-ages singalong that feels more like a neighborhood hang than a formal concert.
Best for: families, little kids, parents looking for an easy Saturday activity
Date + time: Saturday, March 28, 4:00–4:45 PM
Venue: Community United Methodist Church, 81-10 35th Avenue, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Jackson Heights Greenmarket›
One of the easiest Sunday plans in the neighborhood—grab produce, pick up a snack, and enjoy the local energy.
Best for: families, casual weekend walkers, market shoppers
Date + time: Sunday, March 29, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Venue: 79th Street between 34th Avenue and Northern Boulevard, Jackson Heights (curbside)
Week of March 16–March 22, 2026›
34th Ave Chess Club›
Drop by for casual community chess on 34th Ave Open Streets — all skill levels welcome. Great if you want a low-pressure, neighborhood hang.
Best for: All ages (school-age + up especially).
Wednesday, March 18, 2:30–3:30 PM at 34th Ave & 93rd St, Jackson Heights.
Queens Fiber Crafters Meetup›
A relaxed fiber-arts meetup (knitting/crochet/other crafts) listed as all ages / todas edades, so you can bring a kid who likes making things or just come solo to stitch and chat.
Best for: All ages (crafty kids + adults).
Wednesday, March 18, 7:30–9:30 PM at A.R.T. Shop, 84-26 37th Ave, Jackson Heights.
Hula Lessons on 34th Ave›
Free, open-air hula lessons—welcoming, community-style, and easy to join even if you’re brand new. Great if you want something outdoors that works for families.
Best for: All ages (outdoors).
Thursday, March 19, 2:30–4:00 PM at 34th Ave & 93rd St, Jackson Heights.
Yoga for Teens: Flexibility + Focus›
A teen-focused yoga class for flexibility and concentration.
Best for: Families with older kids/teens, or if you’re a teen looking for a structured class.
Thursday, March 19, 5:15–6:15 PM at 2nd Story Pilates + Yoga, 81-10 37th Ave, Jackson Heights.
Spring Equinox Beaded Suncatchers›
A Spring Equinox–themed craft session for adults where you’ll design and assemble a beaded suncatcher to hang in a window, doorway, or on a wall. All supplies are provided, including beads, wire, and small hand tools so you can show up with ideas and leave with a finished piece that catches the light.
Best for: Adults
Friday, March 20, 3:00–4:00 PM at Jackson Heights Library (35-51 81st St, Jackson Heights).
COZY JAMS (All-Ages Singalong)›
An all-ages singalong concert—short, upbeat, and designed to feel cozy and community-based. Great if you want a family-friendly Saturday activity that isn’t a big production.
Best for: All ages (family-friendly music).
Saturday, March 21, 4:00–4:45 PM at Community United Methodist Church, 81-10 35th Ave, Jackson Heights.
Jackson Heights Greenmarket›
A classic Sunday plan—grab produce, snacks, and enjoy the neighborhood energy.
Best for: Families, visitors, and locals who want a casual outing.
Sunday (year-round), March 22, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM at 79th St between 34th Ave & Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights (curbside).
Astoria›
Week of March 23–March 29, 2026›
Marvels of Media Festival›
A thoughtful, creative festival at MoMI that mixes film, art, workshops, and conversations in a way that feels welcoming and substantial.
Best for: families with older kids, creatives, film lovers
Date + time: Thursday, March 26 through Saturday, March 28; Opening Night begins Thursday at 6:30 PM
Venue: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11106
Moving Image Studio›
A strong indoor Sunday option where kids and families can actually make things instead of just looking at them.
Best for: families, creative kids, rainy-day plans
Date + time: Sunday, March 29, 12:30–5:30 PM
Venue: Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11106
Week of March 16–March 22, 2026›
Dance Fitness: World-Wide Beats›
A free, beginner-friendly dance fitness class at a family enrichment center—more “fun movement” than intense workout, and family-safe.
Best for: Adults + older kids/teens (movement class).
Wednesday, March 18, 6:00–6:45 PM at Astoria Love Family Enrichment Center, 31-18 31st St, Astoria.
Jim Henson Exhibition Guided Tour›
A family-oriented guided tour of the Jim Henson exhibition—great if you want something cultural that kids and adults can both enjoy.
Best for: All ages (school-age + up).
Tour dates:
Thursday, Mar 19 at 4:00 PM
Saturday, Mar 21 at 3:00 PM
Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave, Astoria.
NYRR Open Run: Astoria Park›
A free, community run/walk where you can join at your own pace—perfect for an active Saturday morning (strollers welcome vibe).
Best for: All ages (active morning).
Saturday, March 21, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at 19th St between Astoria Park S and Ditmars Blvd, Queens.
Moving Image Studio (Media-Making)›
A free, drop-in creative studio where you can make media and crafts inspired by what’s on view at the Museum. With help from Museum educators, you can try activities like green-screen, simple stop-motion, virtual reality building, and character drawing—great for kids, teens, and curious adults.
Best for: All ages (great rainy-day pick).
Sunday, March 22, 12:30–5:30 PM at the Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave, Astoria.
Long Island City (LIC)›
Week of March 23–March 29, 2026›
Modern Ink: Crossing Media, Blending Cultures›
A relaxed LIC art stop for anyone who wants a cultural outing without needing a full production or ticketed show.
Best for: adults, teens, families with older kids
Date + time: Thursday, March 26 and Friday, March 27, 5:00–9:00 PM; Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, 2:00–9:00 PM
Venue: Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
Sunset Jazz›
A great Friday night pick if you want live music in LIC that feels local, easy, and actually enjoyable without a giant crowd.
Best for: date night, music lovers, adults
Date + time: Friday, March 27, 8:00 PM
Venue: Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
MoMA PS1›
A solid free museum outing for older kids, teens, or adults who want to walk through contemporary art at their own pace.
Best for: adults, teens, families with older kids
Date + time: Thursday, March 26 through Sunday, March 29, 12:00–6:00 PM
Venue: MoMA PS1, 22-25 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
Week of March 16–March 22, 2026›
MoMA PS1 (Free Admission Afternoon)›
A solid, low-pressure cultural outing in Long Island City with free general admission. Pop in to explore contemporary art exhibitions at your own pace. Plan for gallery rules (no strollers in galleries; stroller parking is available) and note the museum is wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Older kids/teens + adults.
Hours: Open 12–6 PM (Saturday opens at 10 AM). Address: 22-25 Jackson Ave, Long Island City.
Neighborhood Stories Beyond the Data›
An interactive storytelling workshop that connects Queens history to the places around you. You’ll explore local “named places” using the Queens Name Explorer, take part in a scavenger-hunt style gallery tour, and add to a shared map—then wrap up with a story exchange that turns open data into real community memory.
Best for: Adults and older teens who enjoy history, discussion, and creative writing.
Sunday, March 22, 2:30–4:00 PM at Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Ave, Long Island City.
Sunnyside›
Week of March 23–March 29, 2026›
Sunnyside Greenmarket›
An easy Saturday neighborhood plan where you can snack, shop, and spend a little time outside without overthinking it.
Best for: families, food shoppers, casual weekend plans
Date + time: Saturday, March 28, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Venue: Skillman Avenue between 42nd Street and 43rd Street, Sunnyside, NY
Week of March 16–March 22, 2026›
Wednesday Jigsaw›
An easy, low-key drop-in where you can work on a communal jigsaw puzzle during library hours.
Best for: All ages (calm activity).
Wednesday, March 18, 10:30 AM–5:30 PM at Queens Public Library in Sunnyside (43-06 Greenpoint Avenue, Long Island City).
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn›
A friendly knitting-and-crochet hangout with time to stitch and chat. Supplies are available to borrow (yarn, needles, hooks), and beginners can get basic guidance, plus other needle-craft projects are welcome.
Best for: Older teens (16+) + adults.
Thursday, March 19, 3:00–4:00 PM at Sunnyside Library (43-06 Greenpoint Ave, Long Island City).
Storytime + Craft (Pre-K & School-Age)›
A kid-friendly library program with a read-aloud story followed by a simple craft. A solid after-school option if you want something local, structured, and screen-free.
Best for: Pre-K and early elementary kids who like hands-on activities.
Thursday, March 19, 4:00–5:00 PM at Sunnyside Library (43-06 Greenpoint Ave, Long Island City).
Sunnyside Play Date›
A casual library play date for caregivers and young kids—perfect if you want an easy, no-cost way to get your little one out of the house and meet other local families.
Best for: Toddlers + preschoolers.
Friday, March 20, 10:30–11:30 AM at Sunnyside Library (43-06 Greenpoint Ave, Long Island City).
Sunnyside Greenmarket›
A reliable neighborhood outing—wander, snack, and pick up groceries while you’re at it.
Best for: Families and anyone who wants an easy Saturday plan.
Saturday (year-round), March 21, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM at the Sunnyside Greenmarket (Skillman Ave between 42nd St & 43rd St, near Lou Lodati Park).
Woodside›
Week of March 23–March 29, 2026›
Women’s History Art Workshop›
A creative after-school event that gives kids a chance to make something colorful and hands-on.
Best for: kids, families, creative after-school plans
Date + time: Tuesday, March 24, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM
Venue: Woodside Library, 54-22 Skillman Avenue, Woodside, NY 11377
Week of March 16–March 22, 2026›
Family Storytime (Woodside Library)›
A weekly storytime for little ones with read-aloud books, fingerplays, and live ukulele music. Heads up: tickets are handed out on the first floor.
Best for: Ages 0–5 (toddlers and preschoolers who like songs and movement).
Wednesday, March 18, 11:00–11:30 AM at Woodside Library, 54-22 Skillman Ave, Woodside.
Tail Tales and Tunes: Animal Stories›
A fun, kid-friendly library program with animal-themed stories plus music.
Best for: Toddlers + preschool + early elementary.
Thursday, March 19, 4:00–5:00 PM at Woodside Library, 54-22 Skillman Ave, Woodside.
Innovation Stations: Junk Journaling›
A hands-on “junk journaling” session where teens can create a scrapbook-style journal using mixed materials.
Best for: Creative tweens/teens who like collaging, writing, and making something to take home.
Friday, March 20, 4:00–5:00 PM at Woodside Library, 54-22 Skillman Ave, Woodside.
East Elmhurst›
Week of March 23–March 29, 2026›
Shape Up NYC: Zumba›
A fun, upbeat way to get moving in the neighborhood if you want something active and low-pressure.
Best for: adults, teens, older kids with energy to burn
Date + time: Thursday, March 26, 6:00–7:00 PM
Venue: East Elmhurst Library, 95-06 Astoria Boulevard, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
4th Annual Gospel Showcase›
A lively local performance event with music and community energy that feels bigger than the usual weekend program.
Best for: families, gospel music fans, community-minded locals
Date + time: Saturday, March 28, 1:00–4:00 PM
Venue: East Elmhurst Library, 95-06 Astoria Boulevard, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Week of March 16–March 22, 2026›
Shape Up NYC: Zumba (Library Class)›
A free community Zumba class with easy-to-follow dance cardio—great if you want a fun workout in a familiar, local setting.
Best for: Adults and teens (or older kids who can keep up with a faster pace).
Thursday, March 19, 6:00–7:00 PM at East Elmhurst Library (95-06 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst).
Group Reading + Book Club (Kids)›
A quiet, structured reading/book-club hour for kids who enjoy books or want a consistent, screen-free routine after school.
Best for: Ages ~6–11 / elementary.
Friday, March 20, 4:30–5:30 PM at East Elmhurst Library (95-06 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst).
Family Play Time›
A simple, no-stress hour for families to play together and meet other local parents and kids—great when you want an easy weekend activity close to home.
Best for: Families (toddlers + school-age).
Saturday, March 21, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM at East Elmhurst Library (95-06 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst).