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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, March 29, 2025
Alley Pond Park Trail Work
at 67th Avenue and 233rd Street
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health, as well as close desire lines in order to help restore the forest and create a healthier ecosystem.
Category: Nature, Volunteer, Wildlife
Free!
Zumba
at Gymnasium (Court) (in Al Oerter Recreation Center), Queens 
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.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, Exercise Classes
Free!
It's My Park at Northerleigh Park
at North Avenue and Lockwood Place Entrance (in Northerleigh Park)
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Westerleigh Parks Coalition to rake leaves and clean debris around Northerleigh Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Poe Park
at Poe Park, Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Volunteer with Orisha Wholeness Corp to do a general cleanup at Poe Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
McGolrick Bird Club
at Monsignor McGolrick Park (in Msgr. McGolrick Park), Brooklyn
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Free birding walks are held every Saturday at 9am, year-round. Meet at the Russell & Driggs entrance to McGolrick park.
Category: Birding
Free!
Kenshō [seeing nature] & Mudita [sympathetic joy]
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
This evolving exhibit, begun in May 2024, reflects the changing seasons. New works highlight local flora, exploring our connection to nature through Muditā—the joy found in others' well-being.
Category: Art, Accessible Activities
Free!
CANCELLED: Food Scrap Drop Off
at Bronx River House (in Starlight Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
"Food Scrap Scrap Drop Off for Community Members is back!
Most food scraps are accepted including fruits and vegetables, eggshells, coffee grounds and tea bags, nuts, bread, rice, and pasta are accepted. Plant waste, including leaf and yard waste and houseplants can also be dropped off.
NOTE: This drop-off site CANNOT accept meat, fish, dairy, or food-soiled paper. "
Category: Volunteer
Free!
Seton Falls Park Forest Restoration
at Crawford Avenue and Boller Avenue (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health.
Category: Nature, Volunteer, Wildlife
Free!
Event
NYRR Open Run: Soundview Park
at Entrance - Lafayette Avenue and Morrison Avenue (in Soundview Park), Bronx
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!
NYRR Open Run: Shore Road Park
at Lawn Near 79th Street Entrance (in Shore Park and Parkway), 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!
NYRR Open Run: Crocheron Park
at Entrance to John Golden Park (in John Golden Park)
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Widely known for its history with the Crocheron Family and summer house, Crocheron Park is home to running paths, baseball fields, and a 4-court tennis center.
Free!
NYRR Open Run: Baisley Pond Park
at Baisley Pond Park House (in Baisley Pond 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.
Free!
NYRR Open Run: Highland Park
at Elton Street and Jamaica Avenue (in Highland 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.
Free!
NYRR Open Run: St. Marys Park
at St. Mary's Annual 5K Start, Bronx
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!
NYRR Open Run: Canarsie Park
at Canarsie Park House (in Canarsie 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!
NYRR Open Run: Astoria Park
at Astoria 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.
Free!
Virtual Rise and Shine Yoga
at Virtual/Online Events
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Start your day with a guided meditation and gentle yoga flow.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Virtual/Online Events, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!
Zumba
at P.S. 361 Beacon - Woodside on the Move, Queens
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.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, Exercise Classes
Free!
Zumba
at Multi-Use Room (in Greenbelt Recreation Center), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Category: Dance, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Cardio Dance
at Harlem Children's Zone- The Armory, Manhattan
9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
This creative and fun workout fuses dance and aerobics to improve cardio fitness and tone the body.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Trail Running in the Greenbelt
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Start the spring season with a moderate morning run through nature.
Category: Running/Jogging
Free!
Event
Let's Go Birding Together (LGBT) with NYC Bird Alliance
at Icahn Stadium (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join an experienced bird guide from NYC Bird Alliance for a free tour of Randall’s Island Park in search of fleeting, feathered friends at the beginning of spring!
Category: Birding, Education, Nature, Tours, Waterfront, Wildlife, Workshops, Walking, STEM Classes
Free!
It's My Park at MacDonald Park
at MacDonald Park, Queens
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Volunteer with Friends of MacDonald Park to beautify MacDonald Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Holi Celebration
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join us for a special first-time Holi Celebration - Festival of Colors at the Queens County Farm Museum!
Category: Dance
Event
Pitch-In for Parks
at Highland Park Disc Golf Course
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the Parks Dept. on Saturday, March 29th from 10:00am to 1:00pm for Pitch-In for Parks. The NYCDGA will be focusing on planting new trees/plants!
Category: Nature, Volunteer
Free!
Event
It's My Park at Neptune Avenue Greenstreet
at Luna Park Housing Complex, Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Asser Levy Park to plant native milkweed in the Neptune Ave Greenstreet.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Event
Guided Tour of Conference House Park, the Biddle & Rutan Houses
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island , H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island , Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island, Almer G. Pavilion (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–12:00 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 furnishings from its most recent renovation, as well as ongoing history and art exhibits.
Category: Education, Nature, Art, Tours, Urban Park Rangers, Earth Day & Arbor Day, Talks, Waterfront, Hiking, Wildlife, Walking
Free!
Event
Cardio Circuit Blast
at Dance Room (in Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
This high-energy total body workout will keep you moving with challenging yet fun bodyweight circuits.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Exercise Classes
Free!
Zumba
at Gymnasium (in St. John’s Recreation Center), Brooklyn
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!
Walking Group
at Pier 35 (in East River Waterfront Esplanade), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.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!
Volunteer With EQA: Turn an unsightly lot into a Botanical Garden
at Entrance - Springfield Lane and 149th Avenue (in Idlewild Park)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The Eastern Queens Alliance is looking for volunteers to help us turn an unsightly lot into a Botanical Garden.
Category: Nature, Gardening
Free!
Zumba
at Queens Community House Beacon @ PS 149, Queens
10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.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, Dance Classes
Free!
R&B Beats Dance Fitness
at Queens Public Library - Cambria Heights
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
You’re cordially invited to a dance fitness party!
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
STRONG Nation®
at Cardio Room (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Manhattan
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.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!
Uplifting Grooves Dance Fitness
at NYPL – Woodstock Library
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
If feeling uplifted and light makes your day, join our class to get your weekly fix of heart pumping exercise.
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!
Garden Clean-Up
at Parque Tranquilidad, Manhattan
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Come to Parque de Tranquilidad for a volunteer workday! Join the garden group to help them get the garden ready for the start of the growing season!
Category: Volunteer, Gardening
Free!
Birding: Spring Migration
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Salt Marsh Nature Trail to look for spring migrants that include warblers, raptors and more!
Category: Birding, Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Event
It's My Park at Cherry Tree Park
at Cherry Tree Park Playground (in Cherry Tree Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Lex & 3rd Block Association and This is Park Ave to do painting at Cherry Tree Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Sunshine Playground
at Sunshine Playground, Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Volunteer with LEX & 3RD BLOCK ASSOCIATION and THIS IS PARK AVE to beautify Sunshine Playground.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Al Quiñones Art Club: Salsa Class with Sweet Water Dance & Yoga Studio
at Amphitheater (in Al Quiñones Playground), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for a fun and energizing Salsa class at Al Quiñones Art Club with Sweet Water Dance & Yoga Studio! This free outdoor dance session is the perfect way to dance, sweat, and have fun while staying active.
Category: Dance, Fitness, Dance Classes
Free!
Event
It's My Park at Seaside Wildlife Nature Park
at Nelson Avenue and Tennyson Drive (in Seaside Wildlife Nature Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Volunteer with Pirate Park Families to clean and prepare the garden bed at Seaside Wildlife Nature Park.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
It's My Park at Whitey Ford Field
at Whitey Ford Field, Queens
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Volunteer with Friends of Whitey Ford Field to beautify at Whitey Ford Field.
Category: Volunteer, It's My Park
Free!
Ongoing Exhibition: Clay Sculptor Darren Thomas Corona
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks for this exciting gallery exhibit, featuring local sculptor and potter Darren Thomas Corona!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Art, Waterfront
Free!
Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents
Out Of The Box Biodiversity
Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Category: Arts & Crafts, Birding, Nature, Art, Best for Kids
Free!
Kids
Spring Blooms Photography
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Capture the beauty of Spring with this beginner-friendly photography walk. Please bring a working smartphone and/or a camera with you.
Category: Art, Urban Park Rangers
Free!
Birding: Early Spring Migrants
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a walk along the Salt Marsh Nature Trail to discover and learn about different migratory birds that are in the NYC area during early Spring.
Category: Birding, Education, Nature, Best for Kids, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife
Free!
Event
Cardio Punch
at Queens Public Library - Far Rockaway
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!
Zumba
at BronxWorks - Classic Community Center, Bronx
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!
Bodyweight Circuit Training
at Dance Room (in Chelsea Recreation Center), Manhattan
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!
Yoga
at Gymnasium (in St. James Recreation Center), Bronx
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!
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