Join us for an afternoon of creativity and connection!
The 5th Annual COMBO Playdate is a free, family-friendly block party hosted by the Center for Early Relational Health at Columbia University. This year’s theme, creativity, sets the stage for a vibrant mix of arts & crafts, science and engineering, music and movement, entertainment, free local resources, interactive workshops, exciting giveaways and prizes, and so much more. All families are welcome, and resources will be available in both English and Spanish!
All activities are free.
Get your tickets in Eventbrite.
Discover & Build
BioBus
Stargazing with Astronomers Department.
LEGO Station:
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Activities
Photo Booth: Put on a white scientist’s coat and get your picture taken!
Brains and Belonging: Neuroscience meets real-world mental health advocacy for kids and their communities: through games and artwork, learn how brains work with a Columbia University neuro-advocate.
Creators & Makers Area
Art & Crafts
Face Painting Fun Station
Paint Together
Cardboard World-Making: Transform cardboard into imaginative structures, big and small.
Play Through Movement
Yoga for Kids
Rubber Ducky “Fishing”: A fun catch-and-release “fishing” game for little ones!
Sensory Play: Explore hands-on activities specially designed by Columbia’s Occupational Therapists to support early development for all kinds of neurotypes.
Block Party DJ Time: Enjoy family-friendly music during the Playdate with our DJ, spinning today’s top hits, beloved oldies, and community favorites for all ages.
Zumba for All
Live Show: Performance by the Inwood Academy for Leadership cheerleading team.
Resources & Support
Family & Child Wellness Resources: Connect with free, valuable resources like basic health counseling and blood pressure checks; occupational therapists; mental health support; NYC Health Department resources for new families, school health, and early intervention; doula support for Spanish speakers; and more.
Raffles & Giveaways: OWe’ll have lots of giveaways and raffles designed specifically for our Washington Heights community.
We’ll continue to update this page as we add even more exciting experiences, so stay tuned! Please note: activities may change. Raffle tickets and giveaways available while supplies last.
The Playdate is hosted by the Center for Early Relational Health at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dedicated to the health and wellness of children and families, we created the Playdate to give back to the community where we are so privileged to do our work.
