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, May 3, 2025

May 3

Bodyweight Circuit Training

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

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!

May 3

Bodyweight Circuit Training

at NYPL - George BruceManhattan

11:30 a.m.12:15 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, Exercise Classes
Free!

May 3

Yoga

at Dance Room (in St. James Recreation Center)Bronx 
This is an Accessible location

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!

May 3

Families & Friends Double Dutch Competition

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

12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Come join NYC Parks for this "free" event
Category: Sports, Recreation Center Programming, Social Sports
Free!

May 3

Chair Yoga

at Ballroom (in Fort Hamilton Senior Recreation Center)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.1:00 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!

May 3

Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation

at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
Visit a Billion Oyster Project research station on the Baylander’s jungle deck.
Category: Education, Nature, Waterfront, Fishing, Wildlife
Free!

May 3

Dance Fitness

at Brooklyn Public Library - Bay RidgeBrooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

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!

May 3

Learn to Ride at NYC Parks

at Gymnasium (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
Join us for a free workshop for children ages 6 and up who are ready to ride their bicycles independently.
Category: Best for Kids, Recreation Center Programming, Bicycling
Free!

Best For
Kids
May 3

Family Fun Day at Frederick Douglass Playground

at Field (in Frederick Douglass Playground)Manhattan

12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and Council Member Shaun Abreu for a fun afternoon of crafts, inflatables, music, jumbo games, an obstacle course, and more! Come ready to have a great time!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Festivals, Best for Kids, First Day of Spring Celebrations
Free!

Best For
Kids
May 3

May the 4th Be With You

at Multi-Use Room (in Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
May the 4th Be With You
Category: Arts & Crafts, Art, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

May 3

Pinkster Festival

at Van Cortlandt House Museum (in Van Cortlandt Park)Bronx

12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Join us on the picturesque lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum for a day filled with vibrant festivities, live music, engaging performances, and immersive experiences.
Category: Dance, History
Free!

May 3

Mega Resource Giveaway

at A Patch of Inspiration GardenBrooklyn

12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Come to A Patch of Inspiration for a resource giveaway for the community. There will be gently used clothing, houseware, shoes, and more for distribution. 10 free pieces per person.
Category: Nature, Volunteer, Workshops, Accessible Activities
Free!

May 3

Spring Family Paint Day

at Pelham Fritz Recreation Center (in Pelham Fritz Recreation Center)Manhattan

1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Spring Family Paint Day
Category: Arts & Crafts, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

May 3

It's My Park at Msgr. McGolrick Park

at Central Pavilion (in Msgr. McGolrick Park)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of McGolrick Park to beautify at Msgr. McGolrick Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!

May 3

It's My Park at Richardson Street Triangle

at Richardson Street Triangle (in McCarren Park)Brooklyn

1:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Triangle Initiative to beautify at Richardson Street Triangle.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!

May 3

Herbal Medicine Workshop: Roots & Remedies

at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Join us for a journey into the world of herbal medicine amidst the vibrant setting of our Urban Farm at Randall’s Island Park!
Category: Education, Nature, Tours, Workshops, STEM Classes, Gardening
Free!

May 3

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! Hoops are available for loaning.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!

May 3

Historic New York: The Little Red Lighthouse

at Little Red Lighthouse (in Fort Washington Park)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Rediscover the history of this unique landmark. Open access between 1:00pm and 2:45pm. Participants may need to queue for access due capacity limits inside of the structure.
Category: History, Urban Park Rangers
Free!

May 3

Reopening of the Joe Holzka Community Garden

at Joe Holzka Community GardenStaten Island

1:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Help celebrate the reopening of the garden and the new patio built by Project Evergreen. Join us for a day of outdoor activities and demonstrations. All are welcome!
Category: Education, Nature, Workshops, Accessible Activities, Gardening
Free!

May 3

STRONG Nation®

at Dance Room (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

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!

May 3

Edwardian Mother's Day Tea

at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park)Queens

1:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
We welcome you to enjoy a spot of tea and light refreshments as well as the opportunity to learn some more about 20th Century teas and participate in some of the games enjoyed at tea.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Art, History, Talks, Workshops

Must See
Event
May 3

Queens County Farm Hayrides!

at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

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

Best For
Kids
May 3

Snug Storytime

at The Noble Maritime Collection 
This is an Accessible location

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!

May 3

Celebrate Bed-Stuy

at Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center (in Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

2:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
We invite you to a FREE family-friendly event that welcomes individuals of all ages, backgrounds, & cultures with artists, musicians, photographers, & filmmakers!
Category: Art, Best for Kids, Seniors, Recreation Center Programming
Free!

Best For
Kids
May 3

It's My Park at Bush Terminal Park

at Bush Terminal ParkBrooklyn

2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Wild Ones New York Metro Region/PS 516K PTA to beautify Bush Terminal Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!

May 3

“Where Shadows Linger:” An Afternoon Ghost Tour

at Merchant's House MuseumManhattan

3:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
On this afternoon tour, we’ll explore some of the spookiest true tales of ghostly sightings at the Merchant’s House, as well as highlights from our ongoing research into strange and supernatural occurrences at the house.
Category: Education, History, Tours

May 3

Family Camping: Staten Island

at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park)Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location

6:00 p.m.7:00 a.m.
The Urban Park Rangers celebrate the tradition of camping and we look forward to welcoming your family. Families are chosen by lottery. Lottery registration opens on Wednesday April 23.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Family Camping with the Urban Park Rangers
Free!

May 3

Movies Under the Stars: Shrek

at Andrew Haswell Green ParkManhattan

7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
MUTS: Shrek A green ogre living a life of solitude in a far away swamp, Shrek is suddenly invaded by a horde of fairy tale characters.
Category: Film, Best for Kids, Movies Under the Stars
Free!

Best For
Kids
May 3

Insect Exploration: Insects of the Night

at Fort Totten Park Visitors Center (in Fort Totten Park)Queens

8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Rangers will show you how to attract and identify the diverse menagerie of friendly nocturnal insects that fill the night skies of your local park
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers
Free!

Must See
Event

Sunday, May 4, 2025

May 4

Summer on the Hudson: Tai Chi

at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park)Manhattan

8:00 a.m.9:30 a.m.
Learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow moving martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels.
Category: Fitness, Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes
Free!

May 4

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.
Free!

May 4

NYRR Open Run: Conference House Park

at Conference House ParkStaten 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.
Free!

May 4

NYRR Open Run: Cunningham Park

at Cunningham Park Parking Lot (in Cunningham Park)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

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.
Free!

May 4

Intro to Birding Walk

at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

9:00 a.m.10:30 a.m.
Learn how to use binoculars and spot the fascinating birds that live in Marine Park's salt marsh together with an expert from NYC Bird Alliance. Families are welcome. Meet outside the Salt Marsh Nature Center entrance.
Category: Birding, Nature
Free!

May 4

Birding: Warbler Watch

at The Overlook (in Forest Park)Queens

9:00 a.m.10:00 a.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Forest Park to look for spring warblers and more!
Category: Birding, Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!

May 4

Greenbelt Hike (Vigorous)

at Forest Hill Road and Alaska Place (in LaTourette Park & Golf Course)Staten Island

10:00 a.m.11:30 a.m.
Urban Park Rangers will lead hikers through some of the hidden gems of the Greenbelt on a lengthy journey through the park’s diverse forests and ecosystems.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!

May 4

Edgemere Farm's Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser

at Edgemere FarmQueens

10:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
Get vegetable, flower, and herb starts for your garden while supporting your local, volunteer-run neighborhood farm. Bring your favorite seeds to our seed swap to exchange!
Category: Nature, Gardening
Free!

May 4

Zumba

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

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!

May 4

It's My Park at WNYC Transmitter Park

at WNYC Transmitter ParkBrooklyn

10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Transmitter Park to beautify at WNYC Transmitter Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!

May 4

May the Forest be With You: N Trail Structure Maintenance

at Greenbelt Nature Center - Hike Start Point (in Blood Root Valley)Staten Island

10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Ready to do some good work while getting a good workout? 
Category: Volunteer
Free!

Must See
Event
May 4

It's My Park at Neptune Avenue Greenstreet

at Luna Park Housing ComplexBrooklyn

10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Asser Levy Park to help plant and maintain a new butterfly garden at the Neptune Avenue Greenstreet.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!

May 4

It's My Park at Sunset Park

at Sunset Park Recreation Center (in Sunset Park)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

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!

May 4

It's My Park at Asser Levy Park

at Asser Levy Park Play Area (in Asser Levy Park)Brooklyn

10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Asser Levy Park to beautify the park and tend to the garden areas.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!

May 4

Hippo Playground Spring Fair

at Hippo Playground (in Riverside Park)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
The Hippo Playground Spring Fair celebrates the season  with pony rides, bouncy castles, a petting zoo, games, prizes, crafts, food, cupcake decorating, face painting, entertainment, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Games, Best for Kids, Playgrounds

Best For
Kids
May 4

Urban Farm Volunteers

at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm!
Category: Education, Nature, Volunteer, STEM Classes, Gardening
Free!

May 4

Urban Farm Volunteers

at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park)Manhattan 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm!
Category: Education, Nature, Volunteer, Gardening
Free!

May 4

CANCELED: Total Body Feteness®

at Fit4Dance NYCBrooklyn

11:00 a.m.11:45 a.m.
This Caribbean-infused full body circuit training class incorporates cardio, strength, and balance exercises to help improve your overall fitness.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

May 4

Bug Buddies!

at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

11:00 a.m.12:15 p.m.
Calling all bug enthusiasts for a monthly Bug Buddies program with our STEM Coordinator and resident bug expert, Keith McManus!
Category: Education, Nature, Best for Kids, Talks, Wildlife, STEM Classes

Best For
Kids
May 4

Walking Group

at Mets-Willets Point - LIRR Station

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, Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes, Walking
Free!

May 4

Walking Tour to Celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Biddle House as a City Landmark!

at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park)Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location
, H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park)Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location

11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Take a walk back in history as you tour two historic houses! The The H.H. Biddle House was built in the 1840s and today features ongoing history and art exhibits. The Rutan-Beckett House was also built in the 1840s and features original 1950s American Mid-Century furnishings from its most recent renovation, as well as ongoing history and art exhibits. Meet at the Visitor's Center & Lenape Gallery, 298 Satterlee Street, Staten Island, NY 10307
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Nature, Art, History, Tours, Talks, Walking
Free!

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