Things to Do
No matter the season or weather, Parks has something fun to keep you active and amused. Through countless programs, events, and exhibits, we transform neighborhood parks and playgrounds into classrooms, theaters, gyms, planetariums, museums, and more. You can find fitness opportunities tailored to your age, location, and interests through BeFitNYC, or discover local events that match your availability and recreational desires in our Upcoming Events calendar. Add to that all of the Parks Department’s programs for the picking and first-class art for the finding, and you’ll learn that a visit to the park is the perfect antidote to a humdrum day.
Fitness Search: BeFitNYC
One benefit of living in the greatest city in the world is the amazing variety of recreational, athletic, and fitness opportunities available for people of all ages, interests and abilities. Parks offers many free or low-cost activities that can help New Yorkers get fit and stay fit. We’ve put information about our programs and others offered by local fitness organizations at your fingertips with our online guide and search engine, BeFitNYC.
Special Interests
Romantic Spots in Parks
Although New York City is filled with extraordinary dining and extravagant gifts, our natural settings still reign supreme as romantic spots.
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Art in the Parks
Peter Coffin’s Untitled (Sculpture Silhouettes)
Populating City Hall Park with monumental silhouettes of iconic sculptures, this installation takes the viewer on a journey through the history of sculpture in space and time.
Activities & Facilities
From swimming pools to wetlands and everything in between, Parks very own television show, It's My Park!, showcases the treasure trove of experiences waiting for you in NYC’s parks and recreational facilities.
More Facilities
Citywide Festivals
Parks produces a variety of large festivals and special events that provide unique experiences for thousands of New Yorkers year-round. Learn more about some of our biggest events by visiting the pages below.
Programs
Don’t get left out of the fun! Last year over four million people participated in our programs and special events.
Need guidance?
Urban Park Rangers
can help you discover New York City Outdoors.
Upcoming Events
Dickens Reading with Actor Reed Birney & Director Stephen Hamilton
Sunday, November 22, 2009Wave Hill, Bronx
Forever Wild
Parks’ 51 Forever Wild Nature Preserves include over 8,700 acres of towering forests, vibrant wetlands, and expansive meadows. These vital open spaces offer the chance to walk in the woods, paddle a stream, or observe wildlife.
