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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, January 18, 2025
Winter Composting hosted by Big Reuse
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project hosted by Big Reuse as we manage the three-bin compost system at Randall’s Island Urban Farm!
Category: Education, Volunteer, Food, Workshops, STEM Classes, Gardening
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
Volunteer Workday: Clayton Williams Garden
at Clayton Williams Memorial Garden, Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join us for a volunteer workday at Clayton Williams Garden in Harlem, where we'll tackle seasonal maintenance tasks, including debris cleanup and mulch spreading.
Category: Nature, Volunteer, Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Wildlife, Gardening
Free!
CANCELED: Total Body Reset
at Brooklyn Public Library - Marcy, Brooklyn
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!
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Highbridge Recreation Center (Ages 5 to 7)
at Gymnasium (in Highbridge Recreation Center), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 5 to 7, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Chelsea Recreation Center (Ages 11 to 12)
at Gymnasium (in Chelsea Recreation Center), Manhattan
12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 11 to 12, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
MLK Day of Service - Afternoon
at Icahn Stadium (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Volunteers will assist our Urban Farm team to create these seed packets by placing seeds into packages and clearly labelling each.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Volunteer, Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Workshops, Gardening
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!
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
Birding: Winter Waterfowl
at West 90th Street and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.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!
Outdoor Skills: Winter Wilderness Survival
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn all about how to prepare and survive outdoors during the colder winter temperatures.Try your hand at making a friction fire and building shelters with tarps, knots, and more
Category: Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Event
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center (Ages 5 to 7)
at Gymnasium (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 5 to 7, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Highbridge Recreation Center (Ages 8 to 10)
at Gymnasium (in Highbridge Recreation Center), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 8 to 10, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center (Ages 8 to 10)
at Gymnasium (in Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 8 to 10, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
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!
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!
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center (Ages 11 to 14)
at Gymnasium (in Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 11 to 14, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center (Ages 8 to 10)
at Gymnasium (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 8 to 10, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Highbridge Recreation Center (Ages 11 to 14)
at Gymnasium (in Highbridge Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 11 to 14, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Snug Storytime
at The Noble Maritime Collection
2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Bring your grown-ups to the museum to hear stories about mermaids, pirates, ships, and the sea!
Category: Best for Kids, Accessible Activities
Free!
Kids
Snug Storytime
at The Noble Maritime Collection
2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Bring your grown-ups to the museum to hear stories about mermaids, pirates, ships, and the sea!
Category: Accessible Activities
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!
Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center: Swim Prep
at Indoor Pool (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
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!
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center (Ages 11 to 14)
at Gymnasium (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 11 to 14, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Designing Interactive Media
at Media Lab (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–6:00 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
Jr. Knicks Basketball Clinic at Chelsea Recreation Center (Ages 13 to 14)
at Gymnasium (in Chelsea Recreation Center), Manhattan
4:00 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
NYC Parks Jr. Knicks Instructional Basketball Clinic open to youth ages 13 to 14, to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball through a series of drills.
Category: Best for Kids, Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball
Free!
Kids
Astronomy: The Winter Sky
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
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!
Event
Sunday, January 19, 2025
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!
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!
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!
Seal Exploration
at Orchard Beach Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle. Winter is an amazing time of year to observe seals in the Long Island Sound.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
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!
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!
Root To Rise: Yoga Series
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Queens County Farm Museum invites you to relax and unwind in this 6-part wellness series indoors in our Barn.
Category: Nature, Fitness, Workshops, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
It's My Park at McKinley Park
at McKinley Park, Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Parent Child Relationship Association to beautify McKinley Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Msgr. McGolrick Park
at Central Pavilion (in Msgr. McGolrick Park), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with North Brooklyn Parks Alliance to help spread mulch around Msgr. McGolrick Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Ewen Park
at Ewen Park Dog Run (in Ewen Park), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Volunteer with Stewards of Ewen Park to do a general cleanup and remove invasive plants in preparation for spring plantings at Ewen Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Greenbelt Native Plant Center Gardening Workshop
at Greenbelt Native Plant Center, Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with the Greenbelt Native Plant Center staff to help care for the diverse group of native plants we grow to be planted in parks and restoration projects throughout the city.
Category: Nature, Workshops, Gardening
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
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!
Walking Group
at Entrance on W 54th Street and 11th Avenue (in De Witt Clinton Park), Manhattan
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, Exercise Classes
Free!
CANCELED: Total Body Feteness®
at Fit4Dance NYC, Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.
This class will provide a total body workout for all fitness levels using body weight as resistance.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!
Winter Tree ID
at Wilson Avenue and Weirfield Street (in Irving Square Park)
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Rangers for an exploration of the trees in Irving Square Park! Learn how to identify trees in the winter and gain a new perspective of the trees living in our city.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
Birding: Winter Birds
at Rose Avenue and Oak Avenue (in Kissena Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join us on this Ranger led walk along the trails identifying various woodland birds and other birds that have migrated for the winter.
Category: Birding, Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
CANCELED: 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
Winter Wonderland Craft
at Maine Avenue and Willard Avenue (in Westerleigh Park)
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn how the cold weather brings changes in landscape and habitats in our parks and discover the composition of snowflakes and how each one takes a unique shape.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Event
Advanced Winter Tree ID
at West 116th Street and Riverside Drive (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Trees have a special place in our environment. Join us for a hike of Riverside Park and take a deeper dive into learning the intricacies of winter tree identification.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
Event
Birding: Owls
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn more about the various species of owls found in our parks.
Category: Birding, Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!
Outdoor Skills: Animal Tracking
at Alley Pond Park Environmental Center, Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join this Urban Park Ranger led walk as we look for evidence of wildlife in the park.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking, Wildlife
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
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