Waterfront

New York is one of the greatest harbor cities in the world. Enjoy this great archipelago with events along the water ranging from paddling and fishing to traversing our greenways by bicycle, to exercise classes, concerts, and more with a beautiful river or ocean backdrop.
Waterfront Events
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Yoga in the Park
at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Guided by a beloved, local yoga instructor, participants will flow through a calming and grounding sequence against the backdrop of the uptown skyline.
Free!

Shoreline Cleanup
at Inwood Canoe Club (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer to clean up the Hudson River shoreline!
Free!

Dance in the Park: Merengue
at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.
Bring your energy and get ready to move at Merengue in the Park!
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.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan 
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see and learn about the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck.
Free!

Seining
at Entrance - East 88th Street and Seaview Avenue (in Canarsie Park), Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Our experienced Urban Park Rangers teach the ecology of our waterways on every seining program. All equipment is provided; this program is recommended for ages 8 years and older.
Free!
Event
Summer on the Hudson: Silent Disco
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Grab headphones and party on the Pier at this Quiet Clubbing event featuring three live DJs playing different genres.
Free!

RTA Summer Sunset Concert Series featuring The Brooklyners
at 96th Street Tennis Courts (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Waterfront sunset concerts sponsored by the Riverside Tennis Association.
Free!

Movie Night: Zootopia 2
at Field 62 - 63 (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Bring a blanket and settle in under the stars for an outdoor movie night in the Park.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Inwood Canoe Club Sunday Open House
at Inwood Canoe Club (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for our free, guided 20-minute kayak trips on the Hudson River just north of the George Washington Bridge.
Free!

Waterfront Walks
at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, with a free walking tour at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
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.
Free!
Monday, August 3, 2026
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
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.
Free!
Free Movie On The Waterfront: Ratatouille
at Astoria Park Lawn (in Astoria Park), Queens 
8:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Free screening of Ratatouille on the waterfront! Taking place on the Great Lawn at Astoria Park. Rated G.
Free!
Event

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
at Rutan-Becket 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 an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage.
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.
Free!
Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy Waterfront Walks
at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, with a free walking tour at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Joyflow
at 145th and the Hudson River (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
A music-based journey blending gentle movement and free form dance, for all abilities.
Free!
Yoga in the Park
at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Guided by a beloved, local yoga instructor, participants will flow through a calming and grounding sequence against the backdrop of the uptown skyline.
Free!

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Team RIVER Volunteers
at Randall's Island Park, Manhattan 
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful!
Free!
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
at Rutan-Becket 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 an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage.
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.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Ballroom Basix
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan 
6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Join Summer on the Hudson and Ballroom Basix USA for fitness, fun, and fancy footwork!
Free!

Thursday, August 6, 2026
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
at Rutan-Becket 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 an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage.
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.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Bodyweight Blast
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
High energy bodyweight exercises combining cardio and strength for a full-body workout. Bring your own mat.
Free!

Summer on the Hudson: Sunset Yoga
at 145th and the Hudson River (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Summer on the Hudson partners with Sweet Water Dance & Yoga for a multi-level sunset yoga practice.
Free!

Summer on the Hudson: Movies on the Waterfront - Strange World (2022)
at 145th and the Hudson River (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
8:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Pack a picnic, bring a friend, and settle in for a night of premier movies in the Park!
Free!
Kids
Friday, August 7, 2026
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
at Rutan-Becket 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 an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage.
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.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Sunset Sounds
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
The Jazz Foundation of America presents a spirited sunset concert.
Free!

Summer on the Hudson: Trivia
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Test your knowledge at this pop culture trivia night hosted by the NYC Trivia League.
Free!

Saturday, August 8, 2026
Salt Marsh Saturday
at Little Hell Gate Salt Marsh (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The marsh pathway gates will be open and our Natural Areas Team will be on site to answer questions, share facts and show off the unique species that call this ecosystem home.
Free!
Kids
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Paddle and Pick Up at Concrete Plant Park
at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance for a Paddle and Pick Up!
Free!

Yoga in the Park
at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Guided by a beloved, local yoga instructor, participants will flow through a calming and grounding sequence against the backdrop of the uptown skyline.
Free!

Dance in the Park: Bachata
at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.
Experience Bachata in the Park, where music, movement, and nature come together!
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.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Play Date! featuring Joshy K Magic
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Fun for family and friends at this outdoor party featuring a children’s entertainer, arts & crafts, and neighborhood fun.
Free!
Kids

RTA Summer Sunset Concert Series featuring Durieux
at 96th Street Tennis Courts (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Waterfront sunset concerts sponsored by the Riverside Tennis Association.
Free!

Sunday, August 9, 2026
Inwood Canoe Club Sunday Open House
at Inwood Canoe Club (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for our free, guided 20-minute kayak trips on the Hudson River just north of the George Washington Bridge.
Free!

Waterfront Walks
at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, with a free walking tour at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
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.
Free!
Monday, August 10, 2026
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!
