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Fun Things To Do with Kids in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn

1. Hattie Carthan Community Market

See what's growing at this community-based farmers market, which hosts cooking demonstrations and educational events for neighborhood residents.

2. The Billie Holiday Theatre

Founded in 1972, with roots in both the Civil Rights and the Black arts movements, this performing arts venue often hosts family-friendly performances.

Herbert Von King Park is one of Brooklyn's first public parks. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks

3. Herbert Von King Park

Jog, bike, or stroll through one of Brooklyn's first parks, which was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, who also designed Central Park and Prospect Park. The colorful outdoor amphitheater is a great place to enjoy a free concert under the stars.

4. The Notorious B.I.G. Mural

Head to the corner of Bedford Avenue and Quincy Street to find this famous mural honoring one of Brooklyn’s most famous artists, just a few blocks from where the hip-hop icon grew up. The striking 38-foot piece was created by Naoufal “Rocko” Alaoui and Scott “Zimer” Zimmerman in 2015.

5. Flying Apple

This awesome indoor playground features swings, soft ball pits, obstacle courses, illuminated slides, and games. It's the perfect option on bad weather days when your kids need to run around and expend some energy.

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Saraghina is a crowd favorite for wood-fired pies. Photo by the author

Delicious & Kid-Friendly Eats in Bed-Stuy

6. Saraghina

Enjoy a family dinner at this neighborhood favorite for homemade, wood-fired pizza. But, don't leave without checking out its bakery next door.

7. Toad Style

Eating vegan is fun at this Kung Fu-themed restaurant serving scratch-made, plant-based burgers and inventive flavor combinations, like a pickle soup and an orange-creamsicle slushie.

8. Doc's Cake Shop

If you like peach cobbler, you'll love this go-to place for delicious Southern-style cakes and desserts.

9. Clementine Bakery

Satisfy your craving for sweet or savory with delicious baked goods at this 100 percent vegan bakery.

10. Peaches Hot House

Take a break from pizza and head to this spot famous for its delicious Southern regional classics, like shrimp and grits and fried green tomatoes. Don't miss out on the Nashville-style hot chicken, which is not for the faint of heart, but definitely worth trying.

11. A&A Bake and Doubles Shop

Taste the traditional Trinidadian fare at this shop that draws guests from far and wide. Be sure to order doubles, a popular Trinidad and Tobago street food consisting of two fried flat breads (bara) filled with a rich curried chickpea filling (channa) and topped with various condiments.

12. Fan-Fan Donuts

Take a break from walking to sample some of the sweet treats at this artisanal doughnut shop. Everything is baked on-site in small batches with delectable flavors like churro-choco, guava cheese, Boston cream, and fruit glaze.

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The messier the better at Artshack Brooklyn. Photo courtesy of Artshack

Classes and Crafts for Kids in Bed-Stuy

13. Artshack Brooklyn

Let your little ones get their hands dirty as they mold, shape, and create something during this spot's popular ceramics classes. There are also regularly scheduled FREE community days with an artist in residence.

14. Soul Collections Sewing Lounge

Kids ages 6 to 16 can learn the basics of sewing here; participants get hands-on experience with cutting and sewing and leave the class with a variety of completed projects. Head next door where owner Shannon P. Curry recently opened Lil J's Creative Canvas, which offers crafting classes, open play, and summer camp.

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The bunk bed room at the Nu Hotel is a particularly family-friendly room option. Photo courtesy of the hotel

Family-Friendly Hotels in and near Bed-Stuy

15. The NU Hotel

About 30 minutes away on the local G-train, this boutique hotel offers loaner bikes, an all-day coffee and snack bar (for a nominal fee), and a family-friendly bunk bed room, which comes with a queen bed, twin bunk beds, an eat-in area, and a chalkboard in the bathroom.

16. The Brooklyn

If you're looking for a spot right in the heart of the neighborhood, this no-frills hotel is clean with recently renovated rooms that are equipped with blackout curtains, Nespresso machines, a microwave, and a fridge.

17. Akwaaba Mansion Bed and Breakfast

This restored 1860s landmark features original architectural details blending antiques and Afrocentric design. The bed and breakfast sits on a quiet brownstone block and boasts stately guest rooms, some with Jacuzzis and fireplaces. Breakfast is included, and afternoon tea is also offered. Public spaces include a library, a TV and game room, a sun room, and a shaded courtyard.

Originally published in 2018. Angela Johnson contributed additional reporting.

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