The Superior Local | Your Guide to Artsy, Outdoorsy, and Fun Plans
Your Guide to Artsy, Outdoorsy, and Seriously Fun Plans
Events from September 19-21, 2025 around Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island
From yoga in the park to salsa rhythms, 🎨 watercolor in the gardens to a cultural carnival—this weekend is bursting with experiences across Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island. We’ve pulled together the best of what’s happening so you can plan the perfect few days out.
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Friday, September 19
🧘 Beginner Yoga in the Park (Kew Gardens)
Peaceful outdoor yoga session to recharge. Great for: anyone needing a reset. More Info ➜
💃 WEPA! Latin Dance @ Queens Library (Flushing)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an interactive workshop—learn Latin dance through guided movement, rhythmic exercises, and beginner salsa. Great for: families, friends, anyone ready to dance. More Info ➜
🎶 The Ultimate Doors: Tribute Concert (Westbury)
Relive the hits of The Doors live at Westbury Music Fair. Great for: rock fans, date night, friends. Get Tickets ➜s ➜
🎬 Movies Under the Stars: Thunderbolts (Bushwick)
Marvel’s anti-heroes on the outdoor big screen in Irving Square Park. Great for: families with teens, Marvel fans.
Saturday, September 20
🚂 Oyster Bay Railroad Museum's Rail Fest 2025 (Oyster Bay)
Explore historic trains + rail exhibits. Great for: families, history buffs. More Info ➜
🎵 QUIP Music Festival (Sunnyside)
A festival of global music, dance, food trucks, and fun—experience rhythms and flavors from around the world. Great for: friends, couples, music lovers. More Info ➜
🚗 Malverne Fall Festival & Classic Car Show (Malverne)
Vintage cars, food, and community fun. Great for: families, car enthusiasts. More Info ➜
🎨 Advanced Watercolor Workshop @ Queens Botanical Garden (Flushing)
Create your own masterpiece in a gorgeous setting. Great for: artists, creatives, friends. More Info ➜
🎭 Kew Gardens Community Arts Day (Kew Gardens)
Artists, makers, and performances fill the neighborhood. Great for: families, art lovers, weekend explorers. More Info ➜
🍷 Flavored Food & Wine Festival (Flushing)
Sip and savor local bites + pours in Queens College. Great for: foodies, date night, wine lovers. Get Tickets ➜
💃 Nora’s Pick: Waltz Like Gatsby (Old Westbury)
Step into the 1920s with a romantic dance class. Great for: couples, friends, lovers of vintage glam. Get Tickets ➜
Saturday, September 21
🧘 Yoga with Astoria Yoga (Long Island City)
Flow outdoors for mind + body reset at Socrates Sculpture Park. Great for: all ages, solo self-care. More Info ➜
🌽 CornFest+ @ Aviator Sports Center (Brooklyn)
Hayrides, corn maze, and sweet corn galore. Great for: families, kids, tradition lovers. More Info ➜
🌲 Adventure Course – Free Sunday Program (Oakland Gardens)
Climb, swing, and balance your way through outdoor challenges in Alley Pond Park. Great for: kids, teens, adventurous families. More Info ➜
🎉 Carnaval de la Cultura Latina (Corona)
A vibrant celebration of music, dance, and food—and also highlights health and wellness through free screenings and community resources. Great for: families, groups of friends, culture lovers. More Info ➜
🎥 Henson @ 70: Greatest Moments (Astoria)
Step into the world of Jim Henson with an immersive exhibition featuring 50 beloved characters from The Muppets, Sesame Street, and more—on display at Museum of the Moving Image. Great for: families, nostalgia seekers, Muppet fans. More Info ➜
💫 Saundra’s Pick: Energetic Well Sanctuary Workshop (Queensbridge)
A wellness workshop for balance + inner strength. Great for: anyone in a “working on myself” era. More Info ➜
