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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.
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Summer on the Hudson Moon Gazing
at 145th and the Hudson River (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Join nature photographer Jeanne Yan and amateur astronomers for this moongazing and night photography demonstration! Meet at the Moonfinding sculpture for a close-up view of the full moon.
Category: Astronomy
Free!
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Sunday, April 13, 2025
RBC Race for the Kids 4M / RBC Race for the Kids 1M Family + Health Walk Presented by NYRR
at Central Park, Manhattan 
8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
What started as a single race in New York in 2009, RBC Race for the Kids has grown into a series of 25+ family-friendly races that take place around the world. More than 415,000 participants have raised over $100 million for youth charities across the globe.
Category: Running/Jogging, Walking
Free!
NYRR Open Run: Conference House Park
at Conference House Park, Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Free!
NYRR Open Run: Cunningham Park
at Cunningham Park Parking Lot (in Cunningham Park), Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Free!
Kenshō [seeing nature] & Mudita [sympathetic joy]
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
This evolving exhibit, begun in May 2024, reflects the changing seasons. New works highlight local flora, exploring our connection to nature through Muditā—the joy found in others' well-being.
Category: Art, Accessible Activities
Free!
It's My Park at Skyline Playground
at Skyline Playground Garden (in Skyline Playground), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Volunteer with HEALTH for Youths to help maintain the community garden at Skyline Playground and do a general clean-up around the park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Spring Garden Workday at Brooklyn's Finest Garden
at Brooklyn's Finest Garden, Brooklyn
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join Brooklyn's Finest Garden for a spring volunteer day! Volunteers will assist with maintaining pathways, spreading earth matter, and cleaning up.
Category: Volunteer, Earth Day & Arbor Day, Gardening
Free!
NYRR Open Run: Marine Park
at Carmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Free!
Rising NYRR at the RBC Race for the Kids
at 69th Street & Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
9:15 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
What started as a single race in New York in 2009, RBC Race for the Kids has grown into a series of 25+ family fun races that take place around the world. More than 415,000 participants have raised over $100 million for youth charities across the globe.
Category: Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes, Running/Jogging
Free!
Spring Birding
at Wave Hill, Bronx
9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Explore the gardens and woodlands with birder Gabriel Willow to look for resident and rare birds as they pass through on their northern journey or settle down for the season.
Category: Birding, Nature, Wildlife
It's My Park at Forest Park
at Wallenburg Square (in Forest Park), Queens
9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Volunteer with Kew Kids Forest School to steward at Forest Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Bushwick Inlet Park
at Bushwick Inlet Park, Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Bushwick Inlet Park to beautify at Bushwick Inlet Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Asser Levy Park
at Asser Levy Park Play Area (in Asser Levy Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Asser Levy Park to beautify the park and tend to the garden areas.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Seth Low Playground/ Bealin Square
at Seth Low Playground (in Seth Low Playground/ Bealin Square), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer in the park with My Friend's Place NY Inc.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Urban Farm Volunteers
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm!
Category: Education, Nature, Volunteer, STEM Classes, Gardening
Free!
Urban Farm Volunteers
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm!
Category: Education, Nature, Volunteer, Gardening
Free!
Total Body Feteness®
at Fit4Dance NYC, Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.
This Caribbean-infused full body circuit training class incorporates cardio, strength, and balance exercises to help improve your overall fitness.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!
Walking Group
at Mets-Willets Point - LIRR Station
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This free walking program will help you move your body and connect with others in your community!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes, Walking
Free!
Historic New York: Hunter Island
at Section 2 Orchard Beach (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Rangers on a walk on Hunter Island and learn about its unique history.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Fall Foliage, Hiking, City of Forest Day
Free!
Outdoor Skills: Navigation Essentials Workshop Part 2
at Entrance - Bartow Avenue and Eugene Street (in Long Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This two part series covers some of the basics of navigation. This workshop focuses on the importance of understanding and using maps in navigation.
Category: Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Over, Under, Through
at Parkour Park (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join The Movement Creative for a 6-week Sunday Summer Series to learn the basics of parkour. Have a blast while getting strong!
Category: Fitness, Adventure Courses/Rock Climbing
Free!
Historic New York: Jackie Robinson's Brooklyn Legacy
at Lincoln Road Entrance (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier 76 years ago and became the first black man to play Major League Baseball. Learn more about Jackie Robinson and his legacy.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Spring Cherry Blossoms Walk
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Spring has sprung. Enjoy the scenic views and learn more about the variety of iconic flowering cherry trees of Queens’ flagship park.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Earth Day & Arbor Day
Free!
Winter Workspace 2025: Drop-In Sunday
at Wave Hill, Bronx
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
The Winter Workspace Drop-In Sunday series provides an opportunity for Wave Hill visitors to deepen their connection with the arts and their experience of the garden by learning how artists are drawing inspiration from our site. During this event, visitors can mingle with participating Workspace Artists in their studios, ask questions, and learn about their creative practice. Each Sunday a different group of three or more artists participates.
Category: Art, Media Education
Free!
Historic New York: Environmental Impacts of the Civil War
at Fort Totten Park Visitors Center (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we explore the often-overlooked environmental history of the Civil War. Discover how weather, disease, and the natural landscape shaped key battles
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Public Garden Highlights Walk
at Wave Hill, Bronx , Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens every Sunday. Each walk varies with the Guide leading it.
Category: Education, Nature, Tours, Wildlife, Walking
Free!
Spring Garden Prep Volunteer Workday
at Melrose New Generation Community Garden, Bronx
1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Join Melrose New Generation Community Garden for a fun-filled day of getting the garden ready for spring! Participants will assist with planting, weeding, and general garden maintenance.
Category: Volunteer, Earth Day & Arbor Day, Gardening
Free!
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Tours, It's My Park, Seniors, Accessible Activities
Kids
Nature Exploration Hike
at West 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a walk through Inwood Hill Park and find out what plants and animals call his Forever Wild site home.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking, Wildlife
Free!
Astronomy: The Night Sky
at Lemon Creek Pier (in Lemon Creek Park), Staten Island
7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as you gaze at the night sky through a telescope and learn about our universe and beyond.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Astronomy
Free!
Monday, April 14, 2025
Line Dancing Aerobics
at Multipurpose Room (in Betsy Head Park), Brooklyn
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
The line dance incorporates low impact dances that are very easy to learn and enjoy!
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Kenshō [seeing nature] & Mudita [sympathetic joy]
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
This evolving exhibit, begun in May 2024, reflects the changing seasons. New works highlight local flora, exploring our connection to nature through Muditā—the joy found in others' well-being.
Category: Art, Accessible Activities
Free!
The New Yorker's Parks Covers: A Centennial Stroll
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The stylistically diverse covers featured in this exhibition reveal much about our parks and their vital impact on urban life.
Category: Art
Free!
Cardio Sculpt
at Athletic Courts (in Torsney Playground), Queens
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
This cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes
Free!
Zumba Gold®
at New Settlement Community Center, Bronx
9:15 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Zumba Gold® offers a low-impact workout set to a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes, creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Volunteer Garden Workday at Sweetgum Community Garden
at Sweetgum Community Garden
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come meet and lend a hand to the members of Sweetgum Community Garden! Volunteers will help prepare the garden for spring by cleaning debris, pulling weeds, and planting vegetable seeds.
Category: Volunteer, Earth Day & Arbor Day, Gardening
Free!
Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
at New York Public Library - Morningside Heights Branch, Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Conéctate, equilibra y desafíate con Yoga en español.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!
Senior Cardio Sculpt
at Sunnyside Community Services, Queens
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
This low impact cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform. Participants must be 60+ to attend this class.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Seniors, Exercise Classes
Free!
Step Aerobics
at New Settlement Community Center, Bronx
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Step Aerobics is a cardio workout that will elevate your heart rate, strengthen muscles, and improve coordination and balance.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!
Spring Break Hike through the 'North Shore Green Crescent'
at Franklin Avenue & Arnold Street (in Jones Woods Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Enjoy Winter and winterbreak with a Hike!
Join NYC Parks, the New Brighton Citizens Committee Civic and the Staten Island Environmental Justice Coalition for a guided hike/walking tour of North Shore Staten Island's ‘Green Crescent’: the natural area of Jones Woods, Goodhue, Allison Pond and Snug Harbor Parks.
Category: Education, History, Best for Kids, Earth Day & Arbor Day, School Break: Spring Recess, Hiking, Cherry Blossom Festivals, Wildlife
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Spring Nature Scavenger Hunt
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a fun nature scavenger hunt! Set sail through Brooklyn’s flora and fauna on a wild scavenger hunt! Follow the trail of urban wildlife and unique pl
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Kids Week with the Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Kids
Gentle Yoga
at Queens Public Library - Bayside, Queens
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A therapeutic yet powerful series of balancing, stretching, easy back bending, twisting, and mild inverted postures, concluding with a guided relaxation. NOTE: Spots are limited
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Horticulture Tour of Riverside Park
at Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House at 107th Street (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon walk in the Park and see what's in bloom!
Category: Education, Nature, Workshops, Walking, Gardening
Free!
Queens County Farm Hayrides!
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Visit the Farm Store to purchase your ticket for a tractor-drawn hayride throughout the farm.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Tours, It's My Park, Seniors, Accessible Activities
Kids
Kids Week: Geology Rocks!
at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
. With programs led by our Urban Park Rangers, kids will get to experience nature in a hands-on and fun way. Learn all about the geological landscape of Manhattan.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, School Break: Spring Recess, Kids Week with the Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Kids
Kids Week: Earth Month Native Planting Party
at Chapin Parkway and 85th Avenue (in Captain Tilly Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Month with the Urban Park Rangers in a service-oriented event focused on native wildflower planting and its benefits to park ecosystems.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Kids Week with the Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Kids
Kids Week: Nature Puppet Show
at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
The Urban Park Rangers welcome you for some nature themed puppet shows! Learn more about animals that can be found in our local parks.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Kids Week with the Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Kids
Kids Week: All About Fungus
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Walk with the Urban Park Rangers through the woods to look for spring fungus waking up from their winter slumber. After the hike, make your own mushroom out of recycled material to keep
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Kids Week with the Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Kids
Idlewild's Science Book Club
at Entrance - Springfield Lane and 149th Avenue (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
This is a reading and creative writing book club that blends environmental science with storytelling. Children ages 9-12 are encouraged to join the club!
Category: Education, Nature, Best for Kids, Talks, Workshops
Free!
Kids
Idlewild's Science Book Club
at Entrance - Springfield Lane and 149th Avenue (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
This program fosters a love for science through engaging books, creative writing, discussions, and creative expression.
Category: Education, Best for Kids, Talks
Free!
Kids
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