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Summer on the Hudson is NYC Parks' annual outdoor arts and culture festival that takes place in Riverside Park from 59th Street to 153rd Street. With a mix of music concerts, dance performances, movies under the stars, DJ dance parties, kids shows, special events, wellness activities, and more there is something for everyone! All programs and events are free to the public and registration is not required unless specifically stated in event information.
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Summer on the Hudson Events
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Game Days
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Kids play giant tic tac toe, lawn bowling, hopscotch, jump rope, and more!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Moving for Life
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Moving for Life is a gentle work out that begins with breathing exercises, then moves into active aerobic dancing that strengthens body awareness.
Free!
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Game Days
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Kids play giant tic tac toe, lawn bowling, hopscotch, jump rope, and more!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Evening Salute to the Sun
at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
End your day with Hatha yoga led by Hollis in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Pier I Picture Show - The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Pack a picnic, bring a friend (or a few), and settle in for a movie night on the Pier!
Free!
Thursday, August 22, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Super Soccer Stars
at 72nd Track and Lawn (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Children 5 years old and younger learn soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment to build self-confidence and to develop teamwork.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: All Abilities Dance Workshop
at Lawn at 133rd and Marginal Streets (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Master teacher Naomi Goldberg Haas and members of the intergenerational company lead dance workshops for adults of all ages and abilities, with a special focus on seniors.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan 
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Hudson Warehouse Presents: The Merry Wives of Windsor
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Mistress Page and Mistress Ford conspire to humiliate Shakespeare’s much-loved character, Sir John Falstaff, set against the backdrop of a 1960s resort hotel in the “Borscht Belt.”
Friday, August 23, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Breathing with Strangers Presented by Kinesis Project Dance Theatre
at Locomotive Lawn (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Dancers will appear in unlikely, and beautiful places. This dance work, also a visual art collaboration, will surprise and delight all ages. Performances at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Free!
Hudson Warehouse Presents: The Merry Wives of Windsor
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Mistress Page and Mistress Ford conspire to humiliate Shakespeare’s much-loved character, Sir John Falstaff, set against the backdrop of a 1960s resort hotel in the “Borscht Belt.”
Saturday, August 24, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness in West Harlem Piers Park
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Shape Up NYC's fun dance fitness classes! Colorful outfits are encouraged!
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Underwater Neighbors of Riverside Park
at 172nd Street Beach (in Fort Washington Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the educators from Hudson River Sloop Clearwater to catch, observe, and identify fish and invertebrates.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Hudson Warehouse Presents: The Merry Wives of Windsor
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Mistress Page and Mistress Ford conspire to humiliate Shakespeare’s much-loved character, Sir John Falstaff, set against the backdrop of a 1960s resort hotel in the “Borscht Belt.”
Sunday, August 25, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Sun Gaze
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
The Amateur Astronomers Association and solargazing return with solar telescopes specifically designed to safely look at the sun.
Free!
Kids
Hudson Warehouse Presents: The Merry Wives of Windsor
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Mistress Page and Mistress Ford conspire to humiliate Shakespeare’s much-loved character, Sir John Falstaff, set against the backdrop of a 1960s resort hotel in the “Borscht Belt.”
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Game Days
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Kids play giant tic tac toe, lawn bowling, hopscotch, jump rope, and more!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Moving for Life
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Moving for Life is a gentle work out that begins with breathing exercises, then moves into active aerobic dancing that strengthens body awareness.
Free!
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Game Days
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Kids play giant tic tac toe, lawn bowling, hopscotch, jump rope, and more!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Evening Salute to the Sun
at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
End your day with Hatha yoga led by Hollis in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Free!
Thursday, August 29, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Super Soccer Stars
at 72nd Track and Lawn (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Children 5 years old and younger learn soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment to build self-confidence and to develop teamwork.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: All Abilities Dance Workshop
at Lawn at 133rd and Marginal Streets (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Master teacher Naomi Goldberg Haas and members of the intergenerational company lead dance workshops for adults of all ages and abilities, with a special focus on seniors.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Friday, August 30, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Breathing with Strangers Presented by Kinesis Project Dance Theatre
at Locomotive Lawn (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Dancers will appear in unlikely, and beautiful places. This dance work, also a visual art collaboration, will surprise and delight all ages. Performances at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Friday Freshen Up Musical Hour
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Get out to the park and kick off the weekend with some local sounds at this monthly musical get-happy hour.
Free!
Saturday, August 31, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness in West Harlem Piers Park
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Shape Up NYC's fun dance fitness classes! Colorful outfits are encouraged!
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Horticulture Tour of Riverside Park
at Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House at 107th Street (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Riverside Park Conservancy Zone Gardener to explore nature, learn about the park, and discuss special topics in urban horticulture. Wear comfortable shoes.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 1, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: 27th Annual Great North River Tugboat Race
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Watch the Parade of Tugs from Pier I and listen to radio broadcasts from those on board.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Moving for Life
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Moving for Life is a gentle work out that begins with breathing exercises, then moves into active aerobic dancing that strengthens body awareness.
Free!
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Evening Salute to the Sun
at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
End your day with Hatha yoga led by Hollis in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Free!
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Human Chess
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Play as your favorite game piece and navigate the chess board from inside at our Human Chess games, where chess becomes an embodied team sport.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Friday, September 6, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Bingo!
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
BYO food and beverages to this all ages, free to enter, B-I-N-G-O night. A mix of music plays as the numbers roll out and each game winner receives a prize.
Free!
Event
Summer on the Hudson: #TotallyPublicKaraoke
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Amaze the crowd when you rock the mic at #TotallyPublicKaraoke nights. Bring your friends, your voice, and your courage. All ages!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, September 7, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness in West Harlem Piers Park
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Shape Up NYC's fun dance fitness classes! Colorful outfits are encouraged!
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Stargazing
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
A summer evening in Manhattan is made complete when the Amateur Astronomers Association's expert stargazers help us peer heavenward to see stars and planets.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 8, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: West Side County Fair
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Enjoy a full day of county fair magic in Manhattan with live bands, sideshow performers, aerialists, carnival rides and games, local food and merchandise vendors, and more!
Free!
Event
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Moving for Life
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Moving for Life is a gentle work out that begins with breathing exercises, then moves into active aerobic dancing that strengthens body awareness.
Free!
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Summer on the Hudson Literary Lounge
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Summer on the Hudson and Lamprophonic team up to bring local writers of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction out into nature.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Evening Salute to the Sun
at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
End your day with Hatha yoga led by Hollis in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Free!
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Human Chess
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Play as your favorite game piece and navigate the chess board from inside at our Human Chess games, where chess becomes an embodied team sport.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Friday, September 13, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Bingo!
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
BYO food and beverages to this all ages, free to enter, B-I-N-G-O night. A mix of music plays as the numbers roll out and each game winner receives a prize.
Free!
Event
Summer on the Hudson: Birding Tour
at 120th Street and Riverside Drive (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Explore Riverside Park on a family-friendly bird walk. Who knows what birds we'll discover while taking in views of the Hudson River!
Free!
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness in West Harlem Piers Park
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Shape Up NYC's fun dance fitness classes! Colorful outfits are encouraged!
Free!
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Moving for Life
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Moving for Life is a gentle work out that begins with breathing exercises, then moves into active aerobic dancing that strengthens body awareness.
Free!
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Evening Salute to the Sun
at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
End your day with Hatha yoga led by Hollis in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Free!
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Human Chess
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Play as your favorite game piece and navigate the chess board from inside at our Human Chess games, where chess becomes an embodied team sport.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Friday, September 20, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Bingo!
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
BYO food and beverages to this all ages, free to enter, B-I-N-G-O night. A mix of music plays as the numbers roll out and each game winner receives a prize.
Free!
Event
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness in West Harlem Piers Park
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Shape Up NYC's fun dance fitness classes! Colorful outfits are encouraged!
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Dance Safari
at 59th Street Park Entrance (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–6:15 p.m.
Join our guided walk as we seek out site-specific dances choreographed for Riverside Park South.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Silent Disco
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Don headphones and party on the pier with hundreds of all-ages revelers at this Quiet Clubbing event featuring three live DJs spinning tunes of different genres.
Free!
Event
Sunday, September 22, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Dance Safari
at 59th Street Park Entrance (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–6:15 p.m.
Join our guided walk as we seek out site-specific dances choreographed for Riverside Park South.
Free!
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Moving for Life
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Moving for Life is a gentle work out that begins with breathing exercises, then moves into active aerobic dancing that strengthens body awareness.
Free!
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Evening Salute to the Sun
at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
End your day with Hatha yoga led by Hollis in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Free!
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Human Chess
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Play as your favorite game piece and navigate the chess board from inside at our Human Chess games, where chess becomes an embodied team sport.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Friday, September 27, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Bingo!
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
BYO food and beverages to this all ages, free to enter, B-I-N-G-O night. A mix of music plays as the numbers roll out and each game winner receives a prize.
Free!
Event
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness in West Harlem Piers Park
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Shape Up NYC's fun dance fitness classes! Colorful outfits are encouraged!
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Horticulture Tour of Riverside Park
at Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House at 107th Street (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Riverside Park Conservancy Zone Gardener to explore nature, learn about the park, and discuss special topics in urban horticulture. Wear comfortable shoes.
Free!
Sunday, September 29, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Sun Gaze
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
The Amateur Astronomers Association and solargazing return with solar telescopes specifically designed to safely look at the sun.
Free!
Kids
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
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
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Thursday, October 24, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Monuments Tour of Riverside Park
at W 72nd Street and Riverside Drive (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The New York Historical Society and Summer on the Hudson partner for a monuments tour of Riverside Park, an Olmsted gem and one of New York City’s Scenic Landmarks.
Free!
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow
at Lawn at 74th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Link mindful breath with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications and intensifications depending on experience level. Please bring a mat.
Free!
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Summer on the Hudson: Monuments Tour of Riverside Park
at General Grant National Memorial (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The New York Historical Society and Summer on the Hudson partner for a monuments tour of Riverside Park, an Olmsted gem and one of New York City’s Scenic Landmarks.
Free!
Saturday, December 7, 2019
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
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