NYC Parks Events Calendar
Get up, get out, and do something! Just about any day of the year, you can find something fun, informative, and healthy to enjoy at an area park. Feel free to browse the listings below, or use the search tools to find an event that matches your interests and location.
Looking for something to do this fall? Find highlights of our favorite programs in an easy-to-read printable calendar, or check out the online calendar below for a complete list of upcoming events!
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Inwood Hill Park Forest Restoration
at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health.
Category: Nature, Volunteer
Free!
Event
Native Planting at Forest Park
at Buddy Monument (in Forest Park), Queens 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks, The Forest Park Trust and Natural Areas Conservancy for a planting event in Forest Park!
Category: Nature, Volunteer, Gardening
Free!
Event
R&B Beats Dance
at Queens Public Library - Cambria Heights
10:15 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
You’re cordially invited to a dance fitness party!
Category: Dance, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Bodyweight Burn Circuit Training
at Brooklyn Public Library - Brooklyn Heights (in Cadman Plaza Park), Brooklyn
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
A bodyweight circuit class combining cardio, strength, and core-focused movements for a dynamic full-body workout!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!
STRONG Nation®
at Rock Climbing Wall Room (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Manhattan 
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Cardio Punch
at Queens Public Library - Far Rockaway
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Cardio Punch is a total body, non-contact workout fit for all levels.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!
Family Time
at Gymnasium (in Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center), Queens 
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Family Time is an open gymnasium time for members of all ages.
Category: Games, Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Kids
Spooky Staten Island History Hike
at Prospect Avenue and Brentwood Avenue (in Allison Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Halloween may be over but the spooky season stays strong! Join the Rangers to explore the weird, spooky and strange in Staten Island’s history.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
Outdoor Skills: Fire Building
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Our Urban Park Rangers are well-versed in outdoor lore. Learn tips and tricks that will enhance your knowledge of the natural world, and might just save your life.
Category: Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Behind The Smile: Animal Adaptations Revealed
at Hoyt Avenue North and 19th Street (in Astoria Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Discover how animal teeth and skulls reveal the secrets of survival in the wild.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Discovery Hike: Waterfront Ecosystems
at Lawn Area (in Bushwick Inlet Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Learn how native plants, shoreline habitats, and restored coastal features support wildlife and strengthen the East River waterfront against climate impacts.
Category: Education, Nature, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Groove & Glow
at NYPL - Tompkins Square Library, Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.
Bringing good vibes and great movement this cardio dance class blends K-pop beats, funk grooves, and feel-good choreography to help you sweat, smile, and glow.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles.
Category: Art, History, Tours, Waterfront, Walking
Free!
Phoenix Community Garden Farm Stand
at Phoenix Community Garden, Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Phoenix Community Garden's Farm Stand is open for the season, every Saturday rain or shine until mid-November.
Category: Markets, Food, Accessible Activities, Gardening
Zumba
at BronxWorks - Betances Community Center, Bronx 
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
This class is a mix of the Zumba that you love and a little extra! Turn up the fun and tone up your body!
Category: Dance, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Docent led tours of the Historic Conference House Museum
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Take a docent led tour of the Conference House Museum also known as the Billiopp House located in Tottenville on Staten Island
Category: History, Tours, It's My Park, Seniors

Old Stone House: Open Hours
at Old Stone House (in Washington Park), Brooklyn 
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Come visit the Old Stone House during our public Open Hours!
Category: Education, Art, History
Free!

Chair Yoga
at Ballroom (in Fort Hamilton Senior Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Connect with yourself in Chair Yoga, a class to be enjoyed by all- but designed for those who prefer to be seated.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Proximity Exhibition
at Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art (Building C) (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island 
12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Discover PROXIMITY, featuring 10 Snug Harbor studio artists across painting, photography & mixed media. Explore how shared spaces and creative connections shape artistic practice.
Total Body Reset
at Brooklyn Public Library - Marcy, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!
Basketball Clinic at Highbridge Recreation Center (Ages: 5 to 7)
at Gymnasium (in Highbridge Recreation Center), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
NYC Parks instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 5 to 7, to learn and practice the fundaments of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Hiking Club Series: Sappy Trails
at Palisade Avenue and Spaulding Lane (in Riverdale Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a hike exploring the role of sap in tree health and forest ecosystems.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
The Secret Lives of Insects
at Vermont Place Parking Lot (in Highland Park), Queens 
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a walk to learn the important role these fascinating insects play for the environment and humans.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Valentine's Day, Hiking
Free!
Fall Foliage Hike
at Picnic House (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn 
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Learn about the ecology of a fall forest and the science of the changing colors all while enjoying one of New York City's flagship parks!
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Fall Foliage
Free!
Fire Cider Workshop
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan 
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Learn how to make fire cider with herbs and produce grown on the Urban Farm!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Nature, Food, Workshops, STEM Classes
Free!
Event
Outdoor Skills: Survival 101
at West 114th Street and Morningside Drive (in Morningside Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Try your hand at making a friction fire and building shelters with tarps, knots, and natural materials.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Workshops
Free!
Public Gallery Tour
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.
Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationships between nature, culture, and site.
Category: Art, Tours, Workshops, Accessible Activities

Wagner College: Children's Learn to Swim (Level 1)
at Wagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, Staten Island
5:00 p.m.–5:45 p.m.
Have fun learning basic swimming and safety skills in and around the water. For children.
Category: Swimming/Aquatics
Free!
Wagner College: Children's Learn to Swim (Level 2)
at Wagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, Staten Island
5:45 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Have fun learning basic swimming and safety skills in and around the water. For children.
Category: Swimming/Aquatics
Free!
Staten Island Shockwaves Swim Team
at Wagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, Staten Island
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Kids and teens can dive into competitive waters and join a Parks Swim Team.
Category: Swimming/Aquatics
Free!
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Proximity Exhibition
at Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art (Building C) (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island 
12:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Discover PROXIMITY, featuring 10 Snug Harbor studio artists across painting, photography & mixed media. Explore how shared spaces and creative connections shape artistic practice.
NYRR Open Run: Conference House Park
at Conference House Park, Staten Island
8:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Category: Running/Jogging
Free!
NYRR Open Run: Marine Park
at Carmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
8:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Category: Running/Jogging
Free!
NYRR Open Run: Cunningham Park
at Cunningham Park Parking Lot (in Cunningham Park), Queens 
8:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Category: Running/Jogging
Free!
Strength & Cardio Circuit Training
at Dance Room (in St. John’s Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
9:30 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Family Art Project: Tiny Terrariums
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
We'll learn about soil and decomposers as we craft mini jar habitats. While jars are provided,
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Best for Kids, Accessible Activities, Gardening
Kids

Sunday Stewardship
at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Fort Tryon Park Conservancy & NYC Parks for Stewardship Day! Help remove weeds and debris, prepare planting sites, and care for the park’s ecology. Tools provided!
Category: Volunteer
Free!
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles.
Category: Art, History, Tours, Waterfront, Walking
Free!
Ricitos and the Three Bears
at Carmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Teatro SEA for this bilingual musical adaptation of the Goldilocks story.
Category: Art, Festivals, Best for Kids, Theater, Hispanic Heritage Month, Workshops
Free!
Kids
Nature Detective Mystery Adventure
at Brower Park Lawn (in Brower Park), Brooklyn 
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of animal tracking and lend the Urban Park Rangers a paw in solving some critter crime scenes! Can you find the culprit?
Category: Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Invasive Plant Removal and Native Species Planting
at Fort Totten Park Visitors Center (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Learn to identify invasive plant species, discover how they impact local ecosystems, and help remove them to support native plants and wildlife.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Hiking Club Series: Hidden Hunter Island
at North Picnic Area (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This beginner-friendly adventure explores the beautiful trails of Hunter Island, where forests, wetlands, and shoreline habitats come together.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
Audre Lorde Legacy Walk
at Forest Avenue and Silver Lake Park Road (in Silver Lake Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join Urban Park Rangers at Silver Lake Park for a community walk celebrating the life and work of Audre Lorde.
Category: Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Gobble Games Family Board Game Extravaganza
at Gymnasium (in St. John’s Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Enjoy classic board games and exciting new favorites!
Category: Games, Thanksgiving, Fall Festivals, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

Docent led tours of the Historic Conference House Museum
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Take a docent led tour of the Conference House Museum also known as the Billiopp House located in Tottenville on Staten Island
Category: History, Tours, It's My Park, Seniors

Old Stone House: Open Hours
at Old Stone House (in Washington Park), Brooklyn 
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Come visit the Old Stone House during our public Open Hours!
Category: Education, Art, History
Free!

Historic New York: Prison Ship Martyrs' Monument
at Fort Greene Park Visitor Center (in Fort Greene Park), Brooklyn 
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Discover the history of this Brooklyn landmark that pays tribute to the 11,000 men, women, and children who died on British Prison Ships during the Revolutionary War.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Discovery Hike: Urban Mammals
at Eton Place Parking Lot (in Willowbrook Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers to explore the wide variety of mammals that live in New York City.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
1:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m.
Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens.
Category: Nature, Walking

Nature's Workshop: Natural Inks and Dyes
at West 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an afternoon of making inks and dyes of different colors using natural materials harvested throughout the year.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
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