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NYC Parks aims to make sure that all New Yorkers get the most out of the great outdoors. While many of our events are accessible, these parks events are geared specifically towards people with physical disabilities.
Arts & Crafts Events
Monday, June 24, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan 
, Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Kids and Families Le Petit Art
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Have fun creating tiny art inspired by the season and the month of April.
Free!
Kids
Harlem 100 Quilting Residency
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Join us for our first of many activities honoring the 100th anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance. We are starting off with quilting classes taught by premier African-American quilter/fiber artist Ife Felix
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Special Express Arts 1
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
This is a mixed media art class where participants will use multiple media for self-expression.
Free!
School's Out Festival
at Beach Channel Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Celebrate the start of summer fun at Parks at our fun-filled School's Out Festival with inflatables, games, face painting, music, popcorn, and more!
Free!
Kids
Bill Brown Family Day
at Bill Brown Playground, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and NYC Council Member Chaim Deutsch for a delightful afternoon of games, arts and crafts, face painting, music, popcorn, and more!
Free!
Kids
Kids and Families Recycle-to-Art
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Participants will learn to make cut crafts using recycled materials.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Watercolor in the Garden
at Maggies Magic Garden, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
In this workshop, you will learn the foundations of the use of watercolor paint – so grab a paintbrush and let your creative side shine! All supplies will be provided.
Free!
Thursday, June 27, 2019
Special Express Arts 2
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Our Special Express Arts 2 program engages special needs adults through art for self-expression.
Free!
School's Out Festival
at Detective Keith L. Williams Field House (in Detective Keith L Williams Park), Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Celebrate the start of summer fun at Parks at our fun-filled School's Out Festival with inflatables, games, face painting, music, popcorn, and more!
Free!
Kids
Kids & Families Imaginative Arts
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Kids and families are encouraged to use their imagination in creating their work. The instructor facilitates and encourages the sharing of ideas between participants.
Free!
Kids
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Fireworks & Fun
at Field 80 (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Kick off the summer season on the island! Enjoy evening games, crafts, and music before the Astoria Park fireworks display at sundown.
Free!
Kids
Evening Cocktail & Craft: House Plant Embroidery
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a summer cocktail and learn to embroider house plants onto fabric! Fiber artist, Soraya Navia (@sorayadesignsthings) will teach fundamental embroidery stitches. Beginners welcomed.
Summer Nights
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
QBG is extending its open hours so you can enjoy twilight at the Garden every Thursday, June 6 through September 12.
Kids
Friday, June 28, 2019
Special Express Arts 3
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Our Special Express Arts 3 program engages special needs adults through art for self-expression. This is a mixed media art class where participants will use multiple media for self-expression.
Free!
Adults Imaginative Arts
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Adults are encouraged to use their imagination in creating their art: taking inspiration from the environment, the times, and their experiences.
Free!
Kids and Families Seasonal Arts and Crafts
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Participants learn to make cute crafts inspired by the season to keep or give as a gift.
Free!
Kids
School's Out Festival
at Kissena Playground (in Kissena Park), Queens
3:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the start of summer fun at Parks at our fun-filled School's Out Festival with inflatables, games, face painting, music, popcorn, and more!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Friday
at Westchester Avenue Park Entrance (in Concrete Plant Park), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on the last Friday of the month from June through October for fun activities including Foodway tours, free paddling, art workshops, and more!
Free!
Saturday, June 29, 2019
Kids Arts and Tabletop Activities
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Children will engage in arts or tabletop activities while their parents take a fitness class.
Free!
Kids
Fragrant Garden Walk and Lavender Workshop
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Tour the Water’s Edge Garden and learn fun facts about the variety of fragrant and medicinal plants.
Free!
Threads - A History of Linen From Field to Fabric
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Please join us for a free lecture and learning activity on the history of linen. We will explore the making of flax into linen.
Free!
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: My Other Self – Crafting Alter-Egos
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Inspired by the artist Yali Romagoza’s alter-ego “Cuquita the Cuban Doll,” participants transform into an alternate version of themselves using fabric, yarn, magazine clippings, and embellishments.
Free!
Kids
Family Day
at Captain Tilly Park, Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and Council Member Rory Lancman for a fun afternoon of crafts, games, and inflatables.
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Kids and Families Paper Arts and Crafts
at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Participants of all ages have fun creating paper arts and crafts.
Free!
Sunday, June 30, 2019
Family Day
at Electric Playground, Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and Council Member Rory Lancman for a fun afternoon of crafts, games, inflatables, face painting and more!
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, July 1, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
Watercolors on the Waterfront
at LIC Landing Events Space (in Hunter's Point South Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Enjoy stunning sunset views while painting the famous NYC skyline or whatever else your heart desires!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, July 4, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Friday, July 5, 2019
Fort Tryon Kids: Firefly Pajama Party
at Billings Lawn (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
7:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Join the Fort Tryon Park Trust and NYC Urban Park Rangers for a fun night of crafts, games, stories, and firefly catching!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, July 6, 2019
Water Festival
at Beach 108th Street Roller Rink (in Rockaway Beach Boardwalk), Queens
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
There will be waterslides, a bounce house, arts and crafts, music, face painting, games, playmobile, and refreshments. Bring your bathing suit and towel.
Free!
Kids
First Weekend: Deserts & Tropics
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Learn about plants in the garden that are native to other climates, including those in a tropical bed a display of cacti and succulents.
Kids
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Books as Architecture
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Through cutting holes and collaging with different materials, we’ll improvise to create new narratives between the city and the book.
Free!
Kids
Hands on History: Etch Your Own 'Scrimshaw' Art
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
See objects that tell stories about the people who made and used them. Then try your hand at “scrimshaw,” a popular etching artform among sailors.
Free!
Kids
Printmaking Workshop: Cacti & Succulents
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Learn the basics of block printing and create a linoleum cut to print patterns and designs onto paper and fabric.
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, July 7, 2019
First Weekend: Deserts & Tropics
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Learn about plants in the garden that are native to other climates, including those in a tropical bed a display of cacti and succulents, and other seasonal highlights.
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, July 8, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Tie-Dye Afternoon
at Beach 59th Street Playground (in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk), Queens
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Come join us for an afternoon of tie dye with our Kids in Motion staff!
Free!
Kids
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, July 13, 2019
Queens Boardwalk Children Carnival
at Beach 17th Street and Seagirt Boulevard (in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk), Queens
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Join us for our First Children's Carnival. There will be prizes for the best costume in the parade! Enjoy a fun-filled event featuring a bounce house castle, music, and entertainment.
Free!
Kids
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Weaving for Creation and Repair
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Use the ancient art of weaving to create something new or repair something old. Make a beautiful new wall-hanging and/or bring worn-out clothes you’ll learn to repair.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Play Dates!
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us at this fun family-friendly outdoor party featuring a children’s entertainer, arts and crafts, and neighborhood fun!
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, July 14, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, July 15, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Watercolors on the Waterfront
at LIC Landing Events Space (in Hunter's Point South Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Enjoy stunning sunset views while painting the famous NYC skyline or whatever else your heart desires!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Friday, July 19, 2019
Picnic & Play
at Field 80 (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan, East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Bring out your family and friends for fun games like giant Connect 4, Jenga, and more. Art projects and music, too! Bring a picnic and watch the sunset.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, July 20, 2019
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Family Day will feature plenty of fun outdoor play spaces, tours of the historic farmhouse space, a fun paper oyster craft, and a guest workshop from the Billion Oyster Project.
Free!
Kids
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Whatever Floats Your Boat
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Create floatable sculptures and mini toy boats or rafts equipped with wind-up propellers, sails, and other methods for movement in the water.
Free!
Event
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, July 21, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, July 22, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Friday, July 26, 2019
Free Community Friday
at Westchester Avenue Park Entrance (in Concrete Plant Park), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on the last Friday of the month from June through October for fun activities including Foodway tours, free paddling, art workshops, and more!
Free!
Saturday, July 27, 2019
Sustainable Crafts: Tree Cookie Painting
at Alley Pond Park Adventure Center (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers are role models who connect children with nature to encourage active exploration of the natural world in a safe, supportive atmosphere.
Free!
Kids
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Afro-Latinx Caribbean Carnival Masks
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Design wild and colorful carnival masks invoking supernatural creatures inspired by Afro-Latinx culture from the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.
Free!
Event
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, July 28, 2019
Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York’s Guelaguetza Festival
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Immerse yourself in one of the most vivid expressions of Mexican culture as the 7th annual Guelaguetza Festival New York City returns to Socrates Sculpture Park!
Free!
Event
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, July 29, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Watercolors on the Waterfront
at LIC Landing Events Space (in Hunter's Point South Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Enjoy stunning sunset views while painting the famous NYC skyline or whatever else your heart desires!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, August 1, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, August 3, 2019
Watercolors in the Garden
at Clifton Place Memorial Garden, Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
In this workshop, you will learn the foundations of the use of watercolor paint – so grab a paintbrush and let your creative side shine! All supplies will be provided.
Free!
Floral Walk and Flower Crowns
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Tour the Water’s Edge Garden and learn about the beautiful and diverse plants on the Island. After the tour, learn to make a simple flower crown.
Free!
Kids
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Cosmic Cities
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2019 | 12 – 3 PM |… Saturday Sculpture Workshop:Cosmic Cities
Free!
Kids
Hands on History: Play 19th Century Historic Games
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Come try out classic games that John King and his brothers would have played on King Manor’s lawn.
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, August 4, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, August 5, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Thursday, August 8, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, August 10, 2019
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Plastic Bag Couture
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Couture magic happens with everyday plastic bags by using a simple cut-and-fuse process to transform them into a large fashionable tote bag of your own design.
Free!
Event
Summer on the Hudson: Play Dates!
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us at this fun family-friendly outdoor party featuring a children’s entertainer, arts and crafts, and neighborhood fun!
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, August 11, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, August 12, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
SSE Jamboree
at Williamsbridge Oval, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Snacks and prizes will be provided!
Free!
Event
Watercolors on the Waterfront
at LIC Landing Events Space (in Hunter's Point South Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Enjoy stunning sunset views while painting the famous NYC skyline or whatever else your heart desires!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Friday, August 16, 2019
Picnic & Play
at Field 80 (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Bring out your family and friends for fun games like giant Connect 4, Jenga, and more. Art projects and music, too! Bring a picnic and watch the sunset.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, August 17, 2019
Rockaway Caribbean Carnival
at Bay 32nd Street and Beach Channel Drive (in Bayswater Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate various cultures, arts, and traditions of the Caribbean with music and dancing.
Free!
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Underwater Urbanites
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Learn about the diversity of species in NYC’s waterways by creating a biodegradable underwater creature sculpture that will also be embedded with native or edible plant seeds.
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, August 18, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, August 19, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Thursday, August 22, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Friday, August 23, 2019
Free Community Friday
at Westchester Avenue Park Entrance (in Concrete Plant Park), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on the last Friday of the month from June through October for fun activities including Foodway tours, free paddling, art workshops, and more!
Free!
Saturday, August 24, 2019
Using Plants as Dyes
at UCC Youth Farm, Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
This workshop will cover how to plan a dye plant garden, and you will have an opportunity to dye your own yarn and/or silk scarf.
Free!
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Zodiac Shadow Puppets
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2019 | 12 – 3 PM |… Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Zodiac Shadow Puppets
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, August 25, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, August 26, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Bryant Park: Knitting
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Swing by for free instruction from Knitty City, New York City’s favorite yarn community and store, and knit with fellow enthusiasts. Yarn and needles are provided.
Free!
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
Watercolors on the Waterfront
at LIC Landing Events Space (in Hunter's Point South Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Enjoy stunning sunset views while painting the famous NYC skyline or whatever else your heart desires!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, August 29, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, August 31, 2019
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Inflating Colors
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Design and craft your own colorful inflatables using plastic sheets and tape, then inflate your creations for an interactive movement performance.
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 1, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, September 2, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, September 7, 2019
Wings, Wands & Woodlands: Fairy Workshop
at Water's Edge Garden (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Visit our urban woodland to make all things fairy: wands, wings, and little fairy houses. Walk along our forest path to look for signs of fairies, protectors of our woods.
Free!
Kids
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Andean Culture and Crafting
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Engage with pre-Hispanic Andean culture (specifically from Inca and Chavin civilizations) through crafting.
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 8, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, September 9, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Watercolors on the Waterfront
at LIC Landing Events Space (in Hunter's Point South Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Enjoy stunning sunset views while painting the famous NYC skyline or whatever else your heart desires!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Playground Design
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Isamu Noguchi designed playgrounds that are also works of art. Join Noguchi Museum educators to explore how a playground can be a sculpture, and then design your own.
Free!
Kids
Monarch Celebration
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us during what should be the height of monarch butterfly migration in our area. We’ll explore our gardens and natural areas in search of these charismatic creatures.
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 15, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Monday, September 16, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Hudson RiverKids
at Hudson River Park's Pier 62, Manhattan , Hudson River Park's Pier 25, Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
Hudson RiverKids brings together hands-on learning and entertainment with a multitude of interactive programs and performances all made with kids especially in mind. Come join the fun!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore NYC's oldest house! Enjoy scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration, and hands-on activities!
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 22, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Friday, September 27, 2019
Free Community Friday
at Westchester Avenue Park Entrance (in Concrete Plant Park), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on the last Friday of the month from June through October for fun activities including Foodway tours, free paddling, art workshops, and more!
Free!
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Get Hooked Fishing Festival
at Southern waterfront just south of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Get up close and personal with the fish and wildlife that live along our shoreline!
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 29, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, October 5, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Little Red Lighthouse Festival
at Little Red Lighthouse (in Fort Washington Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Celebrate Manhattan's only remaining lighthouse with readings of the eponymous children's book, fishing clinics, live music, food and art vendors, Urban Park Ranger presentations, and more!
Free!
Event
Hands on History: Design Your Own 19th Century Jewelry
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Happy 250th Birthday, Mary Alsop King! In honor of the lady of King Manor, come learn about 19th-century jewelry and styles Mary wore in her portrait. Then make your own 19th-century inspired jewelry.
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 6, 2019
Harvest Festival
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan, Field 62 - 63 (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance for a free, family-friendly celebration of fall!
Free!
Event
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, October 19, 2019
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore NYC's oldest house! Enjoy scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration, and hands-on activities!
Free!
Kids
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 20, 2019
Art on the Farm
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for unique family art projects inspired by the farm.
Free!
Kids
Friday, October 25, 2019
Free Community Friday
at Westchester Avenue Park Entrance (in Concrete Plant Park), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on the last Friday of the month from June through October for fun activities including Foodway tours, free paddling, art workshops, and more!
Free!
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Halloween Harvest Festival
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Inspired by the Haitian Festival of the Ancestors, our Halloween festival features a Gede song workshop, card readings, dance and drum performances, as well as a doggie costume contest!
Free!
Event
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Halloween Boo Bash
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Join us for crafts, games, treats, and spooky fun before you go trick-or-treating.
Free!
Kids
Halloween Garden Party
at Patchen Community Square, Brooklyn
4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Community Halloween Party for All! Festivities include: Trick or Treating Halloween Book Story Time Face Painting Music Arts and Crafts For questions on this…
Free!
Kids
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Hands on History: Paint Your Own Miniature Portrait
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Learn about the art of miniature painting around the world—from the United States to France to India—and then make your own to take home!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, November 16, 2019
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore NYC's oldest house! Enjoy scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration, and hands-on activities!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, December 7, 2019
Hands on History: Make Your Own Scented Pomander!
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Make your own pomander at King Manor, then visit the rest of the museum and enjoy our holiday decor!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Holiday on the Hudson
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Join us for our holiday tree lighting party and celebrate the season with live music, dancing, tree decoration making, and hot chocolate (while supplies last).
Free!
Event
Saturday, December 21, 2019
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore NYC's oldest house! Enjoy scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration, and hands-on activities!
Free!
Kids
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