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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.
Friday, December 6, 2024
Learn To Play Chess
at Stage (in Hunts Point Recreation Center), Bronx 
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Defend your king while defeating your opponent one piece at a time using strategic maneuvers until their king cannot escape. Checkmate!
Category: Games, Best for Kids, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Kids
Open Hours at Brooklyn Bridge Park Environmental Education Center
at 99 Plymouth Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Explore Brooklyn Bridge Park like never before during Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Nature, Best for Kids, Waterfront, Wildlife, Accessible Activities
Free!
Kids
Gaming Center
at Stage (in Hunts Point Recreation Center), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks in Gaming Center
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Social Sports, Media Education
Free!
Kids
Sprint & Jump into Fitness
at Fitness Room (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.
A fun and energentic class that will get your body moving! All levels welcome.
Category: Adaptive Programs, Fitness, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Swishing and Dishing
at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Participants will learn basic and skills shooting, dribbling, passing and playing with a team.
Category: Adaptive Programs, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinics and Leagues
Free!
Cardio Dance
at Multi-Use Room B (in Pelham Fritz Recreation Center), Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–5:45 p.m.
This creative and fun workout fuses dance and aerobics to improve cardio fitness and tone the body.
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Denton Darien and Bertha Hope: Solo Piano Concert
at Multi-Use Room (in Jackie Robinson Recreation Center), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Arts, Culture, and Fun Presents: Denton Darien and Bertha Hope: Solo Piano Concert
Category: Concerts, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Zumba
at Gymnasium (Court) (in Al Oerter Recreation Center), Queens
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Zumba
at Multi-Use Room (in Greenbelt Recreation Center), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Category: Dance, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
It's My Park at Cooper Park
at Cooper Park, Brooklyn
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Cooper Park to steward Cooper Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Zumba
at Gymnasium (in St. John’s Recreation Center), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.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!
Cardio Circuit Blast
at Dance Room (in Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
This high-energy total body workout will keep you moving with challenging yet fun bodyweight circuits.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Ice Skating at Roebling Rink
at Emily Warren Roebling Plaza (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
Discover the magic of ice skating beneath the iconic Brooklyn Bridge at Roebling Rink!
Category: Waterfront, Ice Skating
Cardio Sculpt
at Dance Room (in Hamilton Fish Recreation Center), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This high energy exercise class consists of functional and body weight strength exercises paired with cardio to get your heart pumping!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Street Hockey
at Gymnasium (in Hunts Point Recreation Center), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Come on out and play the second fastest sport on two feet. Street Hockey brings the ice to the hard top for fun fast paced action.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Hockey
Free!
Kids
Yoga
at Gymnasium (in St. James Recreation Center), Bronx
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
This open level class is designed to awaken your mind, body and senses through controlled breathing, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!
Bodyweight Circuit Training
at Dance Room (in Chelsea Recreation Center), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.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!
Dance Fitness
at Brooklyn Public Library - Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
NYC Parks Presents: Families and Friends Double Dutch Competition
at Gymnasium (Full) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Come join NYC Parks for this "free" event
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Kids
Conference House Tours
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Take a tour of the Historic Conference House, a Staten Island landmark built over 300 years ago, and the site of the 1776 Peace Conference.
Category: History, Tours
Shooting for the Stars
at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come join NYC Parks for this unique basketball training
Category: Adaptive Programs, Fitness, Best for Kids, Recreation Center Programming, Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinics and Leagues, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Open Hours at Brooklyn Bridge Park Environmental Education Center
at 99 Plymouth Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Explore Brooklyn Bridge Park like never before during Open Hours at the Environmental Education Center.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Nature, Waterfront, Wildlife, Accessible Activities
Free!
Gather Around the Campfire
at Fort Greene Park Visitor Center (in Fort Greene Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an afternoon of campfire activities such as stories, songs and more
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Hula Hoop Aerobics
at Multi-Use Room B (in Pelham Fritz Recreation Center), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
This creative and fun workout fuses high-energy dance aerobics with hula hoops!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
STRONG Nation®
at Dance Room (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.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!
Winterfest
at Outdoor Performance Area (in Roy Wilkins Recreation Center)
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
NYC Parks is hosting a 2024 Winterfest at Roy Wilkins Park. There will be tree lighting, Tents for Market Vendors, Large decorations and various other winter activities.
Category: Best for Kids, Holiday Lightings
Free!
Kids
Chair Yoga
at Ballroom (in Fort Hamilton Senior Recreation Center), Brooklyn
1:30 p.m.–2:30 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, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!
Portrait Day
at Multi-Use Room (in St. James Recreation Center), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Come Join NYC Parks for this "Free" event
Category: Art
Free!
Hands Down, Elevate and Shoot Teen
at Gymnasium (in Hunts Point Recreation Center), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join NYC for this unique basketball training
Category: Fitness, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Aquatics Center: Swim Prep
at Indoor Pool Deck (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park Aquatics Center & Ice Rink), Queens
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
A class for swimmers ages 15+, focused on skills assessment and prep.
Category: Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Youth Sports Jamboree
at Gymnasium (in Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center), Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Youth Sports Jamboree
Category: Sports, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Winter Celebration and Tree Lighting
at West 121st Street Picnic Area and Handball Courts (in Morningside Park), Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Morningside Park lights up tallest living tree in a NYC Park in Winter Celebration and Tree Lighting on December 7th 4pm-6pm
Category: Nature, Holiday Lightings, Accessible Activities
Free!
Designing Interactive Media
at Media Lab (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
4:15 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
Use a variety of creative mediums to bring your imagination to life in the interactive space of a video game world
Category: Art, Best for Kids, Recreation Center Programming, Media Education
Free!
Kids
Astronomy: The Winter Sky
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Winter is a prime season for stargazing. The cold air clears the night sky of clouds and creates ideal conditions for seeing the stars, planets, and other celestial highlights.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Astronomy
Free!
2 Ball Basketball
at Gymnasium (in Hunts Point Recreation Center), Bronx
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Come join NYC Parks for this "Free" Event
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Leap to the Beat!
at Multi-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–10:45 a.m.
A dance fitness class that will not only raise your heart rate, but your spirits as well!
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Birding: Winter Waterfowl
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Birding programs are an all-inclusive safe space and appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.
Category: Birding, Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
It's My Park at Sunset Park
at Sunset Park Recreation Center (in Sunset Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify Sunset Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Ice Skating at Roebling Rink
at Emily Warren Roebling Plaza (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
Discover the magic of ice skating beneath the iconic Brooklyn Bridge at Roebling Rink!
Category: Waterfront, Ice Skating
Creative Art Family Edition
at Multi-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join us to learn techniques in a safe and fun environment.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Art, Best for Kids, Recreation Center Programming
Free!
Kids
Conference House Tours
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Take a tour of the Historic Conference House, a Staten Island landmark built over 300 years ago, and the site of the 1776 Peace Conference.
Category: History, Tours
Holiday Printmaking and Ornaments
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as they teach you some fun and easy printmaking techniques. Registration opens Wednesday November 27
Category: Urban Park Rangers
Free!
The Billion Oyster Project
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Since 2014, the Billion Oyster Project has worked to restore the New York harbor oyster population. Why is that important? Find out why. Hear about their projects in Brooklyn and Queens.
Category: Education, Nature, Wildlife
Free!
Monday, December 9, 2024
Adult 5 on 5
at Gymnasium (Full) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Join NYC Parks in 5 on 5 pickup basketball games
Category: Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Art Exhibition: Kenshō by Vince Serecin
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Celebrate Birds with an exhibition: Kenshō, artwork by Vince Serecin.
Category: Education, Art, History, Talks, Waterfront, Wildlife, Walking, Indigenous Peoples' Day
Free!
Art from the Heart: An exhibition of vintage artwork by local artists of Staten Island's South Shore
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Art From the Heart, arranged by the Tottenville Historical Society at the historic H.H. Biddle House features vintage paintings from their collection.
Category: Birding, Nature, Art, History, Waterfront, Open House New York, Hiking, Wildlife, Walking
Free!
Fitness is Knowledge
at Dance Room (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
This Class is designed to challenge your strength and endurance. Sessions are specifically designed to focus different muscle group
Category: Fitness, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Ice Skating at Roebling Rink
at Emily Warren Roebling Plaza (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn
2:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Discover the magic of ice skating beneath the iconic Brooklyn Bridge at Roebling Rink!
Category: Waterfront, Ice Skating
Skills and Drills
at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Participants will learn basic ball handling defense, dribbling, passing, shooting and other skills and techniques.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Learn To Play Basketball
at Gymnasium (in Hunts Point Recreation Center), Bronx
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Learn To Play Basketball
Category: Fitness, Best for Kids, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
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