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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.
Saturday, December 7, 2024
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!
Friday, December 13, 2024
Meteor Showers
at Seba Playground (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
The Geminids (meteor shower) are due this evening. Join troop #396 to view 100-120 expected meteors per hour. Dress warm in layers and bring binoculars and a telescope if you have them.
Category: Astronomy
Free!
Event
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Astronomy: The Winter Sky
at Entrance - West 106th Street and Central Park West (in Central Park)
6:00 p.m.–7:30 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!
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Marine Park Alliance Presents: Festival of Lights - Winter Solstice
at Seba Playground (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Celebrate when our hemisphere tilts furthest away from the sun, making the shortest day of the year. Dress warm in layers and bring binoculars and a telescope if you have them.
Category: Education, Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Astronomy
Free!
Kids
Astronomy: The Winter Solstice
at Seba Playground (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Observe the December moon and constellations with the Urban Park Rangers and learn how the winter solstice this week will turn our Northern hemisphere toward longer days.
Category: Urban Park Rangers, Astronomy
Free!
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