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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, October 17, 2026
Hey you Quiche Off!
at Red Gate Garden, Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Join us at Red Gate Garden for the 8th annual Quiche Off competition!
Category: Food, Gardening
Free!
Fall Celebration at Family Community Garden
at Family Community Garden, Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Fall Celebration with a children's story time, arts & crafts, and the garden group will also be giving out FREE books and bookbags! While supplies last.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fall Festivals, Gardening
Free!
Wagner College: Children's Learn to Swim - Saturday Water Test
at Wagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, Staten Island
5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
October 17 is mandatory Water Test Day. After your child takes the water test, they will either be placed in Learn to Swim Level 1 or Learn to Swim Level 2 on Saturday.
Category: Swimming/Aquatics
Free!
Early Planting for Spring Workshop
at Good Shepherds Community Group, Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
How to avoid Spring Anxiety by planning and planting ahead.
Category: Education, Workshops, Gardening
Free!
Candlelight Ghost Tours
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Venture into “Manhattan’s Most Haunted House” by flickering candlelight to hear chilling tales of otherworldly activity in the house, the results of years of paranormal investigations.
Category: Education, History, Tours
Movies Under the Stars: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie | PG
at Addabbo Playground (in Tudor Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:15 p.m.
Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom.
Category: Film, Best for Kids, Free Summer Movies, Movies Under the Stars
Free!
Kids
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!
Movie Under the Stars: Toy Story 5 | PG
at 43rd Street and 1st Avenue (in Bush Terminal Park), Brooklyn
7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they're introduced to electronics, a new threat to playtime.
Category: Film, Best for Kids, Free Summer Movies, Movies Under the Stars
Free!
Kids
Movie Under the Stars: Hocus Pocus | PG
at Outdoors at Faber Park Recreation Center (in Faber Park Recreation Center), Staten Island
7:15 p.m.–8:50 p.m.
Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy...
Category: Film, Best for Kids, Free Summer Movies, Movies Under the Stars, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Kids
2026 Spooky Snug Harbor Tour
at Visitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island 
7:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Uncover the darker side of Snug Harbor with Spooky Snug Harbor! Explore chilling tales of mystery, mayhem, and hauntings on a nighttime walking tour featuring eerie history, local legends, and ghost-hunting equipment
Category: Tours
Super Spooky Candlelight Ghost Tours with Paranormal Investigator Dan Sturges
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
9:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Join paranormal investigator Dan Sturges on a 90-minute In-Person Super Spooky Candlelight Ghost Tour for an in-depth look at the latest research and findings.
Category: Education, History, Tours
Sunday, October 18, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Art, Talks
Free!
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!
Girl's Softball Clinic
at Ballfield 11
9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Are you looking to learn how to play softball or hoping to improve your game during the offseason? This all-girls softball program will help you keep the rust off your game and get you
Category: Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports, Baseball/Softball
Free!
Kids
BHS Vintage Car Show 2026
at Bayside Historical Society (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Ride back in time with the Bayside Historical Society's annual classic car show! A variety of vintage and antique automobiles will be showcased on the lawn of The Castle at Fort Totten.
Category: History, It's My Park, Seniors
Free!
Event
The Art of Noticing: A Mindful Birding Experience
at Wave Hill, Bronx
9:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Explore how mindfulness can deepen our awareness, observation, and enjoyment of the natural world.
Category: Nature, Workshops, Walking
Event
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!
Adventure Course Free Public Sunday Morning Program
at Alley Pond Adventure Course (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Free Public Sunday Programs- Free programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Morning program registration takes place from 9:30am-10:00am. Please dress appropriately.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Adventure Courses/Rock Climbing
Free!
Inwood Canoe Club Shoreline Cleanup
at Inwood Canoe Club (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan, Inwood, west end of Dyckman Street, then south through the gate and past the sailing club. (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteer to clean up the Hudson River shoreline!
Category: Nature, Volunteer, Waterfront
Free!
Free Halloween Puppet Pop-up
at Old Stone House (in Washington Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join White Bird at the Old Stone House for a free, all-ages puppetry event.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Art, Best for Kids, Halloween, Accessible Activities, Playgrounds
Free!
Kids
Open House New York: Prison Ship Martyrs' Monument
at Fort Greene Park Visitor Center (in Fort Greene Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–2:00 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. Register at ohny
Category: History, Tours, Urban Park Rangers, Open House New York
Free!
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!
CANCELLED: Urban Farm Volunteers
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Whether you are new to our farm or have been a tried-and-true volunteer, join us! You can help us take care of this important educational resource.
Category: Education, Nature, Fitness, Volunteer, Food, STEM Classes, Gardening
Free!
Volunteer Workday: Wanaqua Garden
at Wanaqua Garden (in ), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join Wanaqua Garden and NYC Parks GreenThumb for a volunteer day helping repair garden beds and paint picnic benches!
Category: Volunteer, Gardening
Free!
Upcycled Fabric Pumpkins
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Craft a unique fall decoration using upcycled and repurposed materials.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Best for Kids
Kids
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!
Historic New York: Sylvan Grove Cemetery
at Victory Boulevard and Alberta Avenue (in Sylvan Grove Cemetery), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers and the Friends of Abandoned Cemeteries of Staten Island for an in‑depth look at one of Staten Island’s historic burial grounds
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Open House New York: Fort Totten
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Explore the many historic structures of the peninsula and learn about the important role Fort Totten played in New York City’s defense history, from the Civil War to today.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers, Open House New York
Free!
Pelham Bay Park by Bike Tour
at Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a 9-mile bike ride through Pelham Bay Park that is almost entirely on dedicated bike trails. Bring water and a snack!
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Bicycling
Free!
Zumba
at Multi-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Sharing and Gratitude
at Amboy Street Garden, Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
A day of Sharing and Gratitude. Gardeners are invited come hear & share stories, bring toiletries & clothing to be sent to Jamaica to support a community greatly affected by a hurricane,
Category: Arts & Crafts, Nature, Gardening
Free!
Repair Cafe at the Old Stone House
at Old Stone House (in Washington Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Take your unused items to restore to its former glory at this repair cafe event.
Category: Volunteer, Workshops, Accessible Activities, Bicycling
Free!
Event
Farmhouse Family Day: Autumnal Wonders
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Celebrate autumn with us with fall crafts and activities!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Nature, Art, History, Best for Kids, Halloween
Free!
Kids
Volunteer Day: Building Double Raised Garden Beds at Surfside Multicultural Garden Coalition
at Surfside Community Garden, Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Surfside Multicultural Garden Coalition is cared for by members of the community and is looking for volunteers to help build garden beds.
Category: Volunteer, Gardening
Free!
Yoga in the Garden
at Wave Hill, Bronx
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Root your feet in the grass and look out upon the vistas as you enjoy a gentle yoga.
Category: Outdoor Fitness, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Event
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
Open House New York: Ecology Park
at Ecology Park, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers at Ecology Park to learn about habitat restoration and ecological improvement. Register at Open House New York.
Category: History, Tours, Urban Park Rangers, Open House New York
Free!
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!
Open House NY: Historic Cottage Access
at The Cottage (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Step inside Fort Tryon Park’s historic cottage during Open House New York and explore its history, architecture, and connection to the Billings Estate.
Category: History, Open House New York
Free!
Event
BHS Castle Tour
at Bayside Historical Society (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
The Bayside Historical Society is excited to participate in this year's Open House New York Weekend, an event spanning all five boroughs that celebrates architecture and design.
Category: Education, History, Tours, It's My Park, Open House New York
Free!
Prospect Farm Fall Harvest Festival
at Prospect Farm, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Prospect Farm will host its annual Fall Harvest Festival with music, bake sale, arts and crafts for all ages, and compost giveaway.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Concerts, Nature, Tours, Food, Fall Festivals, Gardening
Free!
Halloween Trick or Treat at Powers Street Garden
at Powers St. Community Garden, Brooklyn
12:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Join the garden group at Powers Street Garden for a fun day filled with treats and tricks at the garden.
Category: Best for Kids, Halloween, Food, Gardening
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
Open House New York: Fort Totten Battery
at Fort Totten Park Visitors Center (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
The Urban Park Rangers will guide you through this civil war era fort, designed to defend our city. Learn more about the history and significance of this site.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers, Open House New York
Free!
Open House New York: Mount Morris Fire Watchtower
at Mount Morris Fire Watchtower (in Marcus Garvey Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers discuss the significance and history of this recently restored structure. Open access from 1pm to 2:45pm.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers, Open House New York, Hiking
Free!
The Garden People: 45 Years in Bloom
at Garden Peoples Garden (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join the Garden People in celebrating 45 years of growing together and say thank you to the neighbors, volunteers, friends, and supporters who have helped our garden thrive.
Category: Concerts
Free!
Adventure Course Free Public Sunday Afternoon Program
at Alley Pond Adventure Course (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Free Public Sunday Programs-Free programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Afternoon program registration takes place from 1:00pm-1:30pm. Please dress appropriately.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Adventure Courses/Rock Climbing
Free!
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