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Discover a new hobby, or tap into tradition! Our parks offer opportunities for crafters of all ages. Whether you're looking for an entertaining children's activity, or you want to improve your own skill, browse the list of events below to find an activity that's right for you!
Arts & Crafts Events
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Grateful for Trees Canvas Bags
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Celebrate the beauty of these important plants!
Free!
Kids
Family Paint Along
at Multi-Use Room (in St. James Recreation Center), Bronx
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Come Join NYC Parks for this "Free" event
Free!
Nature's Workshop: Autumn Landscape Watercolor Painting
at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Get inspired by the changing seasons and let the colors of fall flow in your artwork. The Urban Park Rangers will provide the supplies, all you need to bring is your creativity.
Free!
Event
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.
Free!
Sunday, November 24, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Harvest Day
at Frank White Memorial Garden (in ), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Celebrate the end of the growing season at Frank White Memorial Garden! Help close down the beds and participate in different activities grounded in medicine, wellness, and compost.
Free!
Thursday, November 28, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Friday, November 29, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Nature's Workshop: Nature Wreath Making
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers in making handmade wreaths with invasive plant species that grow in New York City parks. All crafting materials will be provided. Registration opens Nov 20.
Free!
Nature's Workshop: Autumn Landscape Watercolor Painting
at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Get inspired by the changing seasons and let the colors of fall flow in your artwork. The Urban Park Rangers will provide the supplies, all you need to bring is your creativity.
Free!
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.
Free!
Shell Crafts
at Beach 94th St. Amphitheater (in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk), Queens
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get creative with the Urban Park Rangers as we make unique ocean-inspired art. Make anything from jewelry to sculptures using shells and other materials provided by the Rangers.
Free!
Sunday, December 1, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Junior Naturalist: Winter Science Sampler
at Idlewild Park Preserve Environmental Science Learning Center (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Young naturalists will uncover how plants and animals adapt to the cold through fun experiments, outdoor adventures, and creative activities.
Free!
Kids
Thursday, December 5, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Junior Naturalist: Winter Science Sampler
at Idlewild Park Preserve Environmental Science Learning Center (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Young naturalists will uncover how plants and animals adapt to the cold through fun experiments, outdoor adventures, and creative activities.
Free!
Kids
Friday, December 6, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
It's a Winter Wonderland
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center, Bronx
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Family and children are invited to join us for some winter fun.
Free!
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Hands-on History: Pickles Then and Now
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park), Queens
1:00 a.m.–4:00 a.m.
Hands on History is a FREE family program series held each first and third Saturday of the month at King Manor from 1-4pm.
Free!
Kids
Marine Park Alliance Presents: Festival of Lights - Santa in the Park!
at Carmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Make holiday crafts and take a family photo with that famous jolly old man in red.
Free!
Kids
Create Your Own Kerchief
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Make your own 18th century kerchief with artist and historian Cheyney McKnight of Not Your Momma’s History!
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.
Free!
22nd Annual Sinterklaas- St. Nicholas Day Celebration
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturday, December 7th for our 22nd Annual Sinterklaas- St. Nicholas Day Celebration. We hope you can join us for a fun-filled day of craft activities, a tree lighting, and a special visit from St. Nick.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Holiday on the Hudson
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Celebrate the season with a holiday tree lighting, live music, decoration making, and hot chocolate (while supplies last).
Free!
Kids
Sunday, December 8, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Junior Naturalist: Winter Science Sampler
at Idlewild Park Preserve Environmental Science Learning Center (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Young naturalists will uncover how plants and animals adapt to the cold through fun experiments, outdoor adventures, and creative activities.
Free!
Kids
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Make Your Mark: Create Holiday Themed Artwork in Clay
at Multi-Use Room - Full (in A.R.R.O.W. Field House), Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join us and Make Your Mark: Create Holiday Themed artwork in clay.
Free!
Thursday, December 12, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Junior Naturalist: Winter Science Sampler
at Idlewild Park Preserve Environmental Science Learning Center (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Young naturalists will uncover how plants and animals adapt to the cold through fun experiments, outdoor adventures, and creative activities.
Free!
Kids
Friday, December 13, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Senior Holiday Event
at Dance Room (in Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center), Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Let's get together for the holiday cheer.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Holiday Origami Ornament Making
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers in folding various paper evergreen trees and animal themed tree ornaments. Papers provided, Ranger guided folds and steps.
Free!
McDonald's Park A Christmastime Celebration: Cookies, Crafts, and Santa
at Multi-Use Room
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join McDonald's Park for a festive afternoon of holiday cheer, delicious treats, and creative fun!
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.
Free!
Sunday, December 15, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Very Merry Holiday Season: Arts and Crafts Workshop
at Courtyard (in A.R.R.O.W. Field House), Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us at A.R.R.O.W.'s holiday event on 12/15/24 at 12pm
Free!
Kids
Nature's Workshop: Nature Ornament Making
at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
This winter, join the Urban Park Rangers for the Nature's Workshop series. Create your own nature inspired holiday ornament to take home for the holidays.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Junior Naturalist: Winter Science Sampler
at Idlewild Park Preserve Environmental Science Learning Center (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Young naturalists will uncover how plants and animals adapt to the cold through fun experiments, outdoor adventures, and creative activities.
Free!
Kids
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Junior Naturalist: Winter Science Sampler
at Idlewild Park Preserve Environmental Science Learning Center (in Idlewild Park)
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Young naturalists will uncover how plants and animals adapt to the cold through fun experiments, outdoor adventures, and creative activities.
Free!
Kids
Friday, December 20, 2024
DeMatti Tiny Tots Cookies, Cocoa, and Crafts with Santa
at DeMatti Park Fieldhouse (in De Matti Park), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join us for a festive afternoon of holiday cheer and creativity!
Free!
Kids
De Matti Youth Cookies, Cocoa, and Crafts with Santa
at DeMatti Park Fieldhouse (in De Matti Park), Staten Island
3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Join us for a festive afternoon of holiday cheer and creativity!
Free!
Kids
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Nature's Workshop: Nature Ornament Making
at Roy Wilkins Park - Entrance (in Roy Wilkins Recreation Center), Queens
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
This winter, join the Urban Park Rangers for the Nature's Workshop series. Create your own nature inspired holiday ornament to take home for the holidays.
Free!
Kids
Greenbelt Recreation Brunch with Santa
at Arts and Crafts Room (in Greenbelt Recreation Center), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join NYC Parks for a light brunch and meet and greet with Santa.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, December 22, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, December 29, 2024
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.
Free!
Kids
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Make Your Mark: Create Winter Themed Artwork in Clay
at Multi-Use Room - Full (in A.R.R.O.W. Field House), Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join us and Make Your Mark: Create Winter Themed artwork in clay.
Free!
Friday, January 17, 2025
Discover Your Inner Artist: A Nature Painting Adventure!
at Dance Room (in Hamilton Fish Recreation Center), Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Dive into the world of creativity with Professor Ed Murr from F.I.T. as he guides you through a fun and engaging nature-painting series.
Free!
Friday, January 24, 2025
Discover Your Inner Artist: A Nature Painting Adventure!
at Dance Room (in Hamilton Fish Recreation Center), Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Dive into the world of creativity with Professor Ed Murr from F.I.T. as he guides you through a fun and engaging nature-painting series.
Free!
Friday, January 31, 2025
Discover Your Inner Artist: A Nature Painting Adventure!
at Dance Room (in Hamilton Fish Recreation Center), Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Dive into the world of creativity with Professor Ed Murr from F.I.T. as he guides you through a fun and engaging nature-painting series.
Free!
Friday, February 14, 2025
Unlock Your Creativity with a Collage Journaling Adventure!
at Multi-Use Room A (in Pelham Fritz Recreation Center), Manhattan
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Unlock Your Creativity with a Collage Journaling Adventure!
Free!
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