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.

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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Dec28

Cardio Punch

at Queens Public Library at ArverneQueens

11:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Cardio Punch is a total body, non-contact workout fit for all levels.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec28

Street Hockey

at Gymnasium (in Hunts Point Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Best For
Kids
Dec28

Zumba

at BronxWorks - Classic Community CenterBronx

11:00 a.m.12:00 p.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, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec28

Total Body Reset

at Brooklyn Public Library - MarcyBrooklyn

12:00 p.m.1:00 p.m.
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec28

Historic New York: Ridgewood Reservoir

at Vermont Place Parking Lot (in Highland Park)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Join NYC's Urban Park Rangers and for a walk at the Ridgewood Reservoir highlighting the history, ecology and engineering of this cultural treasure.
Category: Nature, History, Urban Park Rangers
Free!

Dec28

Hula Hoop Aerobics

at Multi-Use Room B (in Pelham Fritz Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Dec28

Urban Wildlife Hike

at Chapin Parkway and 85th Avenue (in Captain Tilly Park)Queens

1:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
Learn about the diverse wildlife found in New York City’s parks and the best ways for people and animals to coexist, including the many benefits of having so many animals in our city!
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, School Break: Spring Recess
Free!

Best For
Kids
Dec28

Gather Around the Campfire

at Manhattan Avenue and West 110th Street (in Morningside Park)Manhattan

1:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
Gather by the campfire to enjoy an afternoon of story telling and fireside activities.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!

Best For
Kids
Dec28

Men and Teens Group

at Media Lab (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

3:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Join us for an informative and educational discussion with our expert(s) in the arts. Listen to them explore and examine music, movies, books, art, theater, and much more.
Category: Talks, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

Dec28

Wildlife Viewing: Flying Squirrels and Other Nocturnal Creatures

at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)Bronx

5:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we shine the (figurative) light on these mysterious mammals and other creatures and learn how they navigate nature nocturnally.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!

Sunday, December 29, 2024

Dec29

Winter Wonderland Hike

at Myrtle Avenue and Park Lane South (in Forest Park)Queens

12:00 a.m.1:00 a.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a brisk nature walk in Winter where we will look for and learn about the local flora and fauna that call Forest Park home.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!

Dec29

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.
Category: Sports, Running/Jogging, Walking
Free!

Dec29

NYRR Open Run: Cunningham Park

at Union Turnpike 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.
Category: Running/Jogging, Track & Field, Walking
Free!

Dec29

NYRR Open Run: Conference House Park

at Hylan Blvd. Parking Lot (in 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.
Category: Sports, Running/Jogging, Walking
Free!

Dec29

Leap to the Beat!

at Multi-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Dec29

Double-Dutch for all with Miriam

at Gymnasium (Full) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.2:30 p.m.
Come Learn Various ways to jump rope.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

Best For
Kids
Dec29

Creative Art Family Edition

at Multi-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Best For
Kids
Dec29

Historic New York: Mount Morris Fire Watchtower

at Mount Morris Fire Watchtower (in Marcus Garvey Park)Manhattan

1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers discuss the significance and history of this recently restored structure.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!

Dec29

Birding: Owls

at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum (in Pelham Bay Park)Bronx

4:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Learn more about the various species of owls found in our parks.
Category: Birding, Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!

Monday, December 30, 2024

Dec30

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!

Dec30

Art Exhibition: Kenshō by Vince Serecin

at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park)Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Dec30

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 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Dec30

Drop in After School

at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Structured School Age Child Care Programming for ages 6-13 years old during the school year.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Dance, Art, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Media Education
Free!

Best For
Kids
Dec30

Health and Fitness

at Fitness Room (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

3:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Dance your way into fitness! Come enjoy some great music while getting your sweat on and having fun.
Category: Adaptive Programs, Dance, Fitness, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec30

We Practice as a Team!

at Gymnasium (Full) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and Recreation learn defense, passing and shooting techniques.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball, Social Sports, Sports Camps
Free!

Best For
Kids
Dec30

Cardio Dance

at NYPL - Hamilton Grange LibraryManhattan

6:00 p.m.6:45 p.m.
If cardio is cardi-NO for you, give this Cardio Dance class a try!
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec30

Low Impact Bodyweight Circuit Training

at Multi-Use Room (in Asser Levy Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

6:00 p.m.6:45 p.m.
This Low Impact Circuit Training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a safe and effective full-body workout.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec30

Total Body Boogie and Burn

at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene- Bedford-Stuyvesant CenterBrooklyn

6:00 p.m.6:45 p.m.
A full-body circuit workout with some groovy tunes to keep you pushing!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec30

Play 8 Ball Pool

at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Join our instructional billiards program and sharpen your skills while playing this fun completive sport
Category: Adaptive Programs, Games, Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

Best For
Kids
Dec30

Bodyweight Circuit Training

at Dance Room (in Chelsea Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

6:30 p.m.7:15 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!

Dec30

Bodyweight Interval Training

at Multi-Use Room C (in McCarren Play Center)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

6:30 p.m.7:30 p.m.
Bodyweight Interval Training is an energetic yet low impact exercise class that will get your muscles moving!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Dec31

Forest Fitness

at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park)Manhattan

7:30 a.m.8:30 a.m.
Join us for a free, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays!
Category: Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes, Walking
Free!

Dec31

Art Exhibition: Kenshō by Vince Serecin

at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park)Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Dec31

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 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Dec31

Drop in After School

at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Structured School Age Child Care Programming for ages 6-13 years old during the school year.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Dance, Art, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Media Education
Free!

Best For
Kids
Dec31

Health and Fitness

at Fitness Room (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

3:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Dance your way into fitness! Come enjoy some great music while getting your sweat on and having fun.
Category: Adaptive Programs, Dance, Fitness, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec31

Yoga

at Queens Public Library - Ozone Park

4:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Connect with yourself in this Yoga class with Paola, a class to be enjoyed by all.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!

Dec31

Adult Fitness

at Fitness Room (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.
A fun and energetic class that will get your body moving! All levels welcome.
Category: Adaptive Programs, Fitness, Seniors, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

Dec31

Bodyweight Circuit Training

at Central Park Gardens - Community RoomManhattan

6:00 p.m.6:45 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, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec31

Bodyweight Burn

at NYPL - Hamilton Grange LibraryManhattan

6:00 p.m.6:45 p.m.
Join me to increase your strength and endurance with this 45-minute total body workout.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Dec31

NYRR Open Run: Brooklyn Bridge Park

at South side of Fornino on Pier 6 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park)Brooklyn

7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Category: Sports, Running/Jogging, Walking
Free!

Dec31

Zumba

at Multi-Use Room (in Greenbelt Recreation Center)Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location

7:00 p.m.8:00 p.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, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Jan 1

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!

Jan 1

Drop in After School

at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Structured School Age Child Care Programming for ages 6-13 years old during the school year.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Dance, Art, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Media Education
Free!

Best For
Kids
Jan 1

Zumba

at Dance Room (in Highbridge Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

6:00 p.m.7:00 p.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!

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Jan 2

Total Body Fitness

at Gymnasium (in St. John’s Recreation Center)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

8:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!

Jan 2

Total Body Fitness

at Brooklyn Public Library - Park SlopeBrooklyn

10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Jan 2

Dynamic Stretching

at NYPL - Spuyten DuyvilBronx

1:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
The class is structured as a guided meditation that consists of yoga-inspired poses set into dynamic movement.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!

Jan 2

Drop in After School

at Gymnasium (Part B) (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Structured School Age Child Care Programming for ages 6-13 years old during the school year.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Dance, Art, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Media Education
Free!

Best For
Kids
Jan 2

Cardio Dance

at Dance Room (in Jackie Robinson Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

4:30 p.m.5:30 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!

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