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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from July 11, 2025 to March 8, 2026

Friday, August 22, 2025

Aug22

SSE: Youth Soccer Stars

at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center)Bronx

5:15 p.m.6:45 p.m.
This soccer program offers a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment where children of all skill levels can learn and enjoy the game of soccer.
Category: Fitness, Best for Kids, Sports, Food, Summer Sports Experience, Recreation Center Programming, Soccer, Sports Camps
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug22

SSE: Soccer Skills and Drills

at Kwame Ture Recreation Center (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center)Manhattan

5:30 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Take your game to the next level! Learn advanced soccer skills, drills, and strategies to boost your performance and dominate the field.
Category: Games, Sports, Summer Sports Experience, Recreation Center Programming, Soccer
Free!

Aug22

RISE UP Circuit Training

at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene- East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action CenterManhattan

6:00 p.m.6:45 p.m.
This bodyweight circuit will help you R.I.S.E UP: Reach new heights, inspire, strengthen your inner self, and elevate your fitness.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Aug22

Dance Fitness

at Ryan Health- Chelsea Clinton Community Health CenterManhattan

6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics.
Category: Dance, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!

Aug22

Beginner Yoga

at Sobelsohn Basketball Court (in Forest Park)Queens

6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Connect with yourself in Beginner Yoga, a class to be enjoyed by all. Experience a fun and light-hearted, beginner flow that will move you seamlessly from Sun Salutation to a final peak
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!

Aug22

Jazz Series in Historic Harlem Parks

at West 135th Street Plaza (in St. Nicholas Park)Manhattan, James Baldwin Lawn (in St. Nicholas Park)Manhattan

6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.
Join NYC Parks, West Harlem Arts Alliance, Harlem Late Night Jazz and National Jazz Museum in Harlem for fourth Fridays jazz in the Park. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy on the James Baldwin Lawn.
Category: Concerts
Free!

Must See
Event
Aug22

Family Camping: Bronx

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

7:00 p.m.8:00 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 Aug 13.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Family Camping with the Urban Park Rangers
Free!

Aug22

Virtual Gentle Yoga

at Virtual/Online Events

7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Start your weekend off right with a 60-minute Friday evening yoga class.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Virtual/Online Events, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!

Aug22

Picnic Performances: Belongó: Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra

at Bryant Park Stage (in Bryant Park)Manhattan

7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is a free outdoor festival that welcomes all New Yorkers to experience the city’s vibrant arts and culture.
Category: Concerts, Free Summer Concerts
Free!

Aug22

Staten Island Bio Blitz: Nocturnal Wildlife

at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley)Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location

7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Be a part of this community science event with this Ranger led activity, as we explore the woods and identify what nighttime critters we find.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers
Free!

Aug22

Movies Under the Stars: RENT

at Entrance - West 171 Street and Amsterdam Avenue (in Highbridge Park)Manhattan

8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Adaptation of the hit musical about New York bohemians. Anthony Rapp, Adam Pascal, Rosario Dawson, Jesse L. Martin.
Category: Film, Free Summer Movies, Movies Under the Stars
Free!

Saturday, August 23, 2025

Aug23

Low Impact Strength and Cardio

at Gymnasium (in Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park and Recreation Center )Bronx

8:30 a.m.9:30 a.m.
This creative and fun low impact workout fuses cardio and bodyweight strength exercises to get your heart pumping
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Aug23

NYRR Open Run: Inwood Hill Park

at Seaman Avenue and Isham Street Entrance (in Inwood Hill Park)Manhattan

8:45 a.m.10:30 a.m.
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area.
Free!

Aug23

East New York Farmers Market

at ENY Youth FarmBrooklyn

9:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers, happening every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Category: Nature, Markets, Food, Gardening
Free!

Aug23

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!

Aug23

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!

Aug23

NYRR Open Run: Crocheron Park

at Entrance to John Golden Park (in John Golden Park)Queens

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!

Aug23

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!

Aug23

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!

Aug23

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!

Aug23

NYRR Open Run: Astoria Park

at Astoria ParkQueens

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!

Aug23

McGolrick Bird Club

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

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!

Aug23

Zumba

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

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, Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Recreation Center Programming, Dance Classes, Exercise Classes
Free!

Aug23

Zumba

at Gymnasium (Court) (in Al Oerter Recreation Center)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

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!

Aug23

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!

Aug23

NYRR Open Run: St. Marys Park

at St. Mary's Annual 5K StartBronx 
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!

Aug23

Strength & Cardio Fun!

at 145th and the Hudson River (in Riverside Park)Manhattan

9:30 a.m.10:30 a.m.
This beginner friendly class will focus on improving your strength and endurance by challenging your muscles and increasing the heart rate.
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes
Free!

Aug23

Summer on the Hudson: Locomotive Open House

at Locomotive Lawn (in Riverside Park South)Manhattan

10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Visit the renovated locomotive in Riverside Park South and learn about the rail history of Manhattan’s West Side.
Category: Education, History, Best for Kids, Waterfront
Free!

Must See
Event
Aug23

KIM: Sol Lain Playground

at Sol Lain Playground (in Sol Lain Plgd)Manhattan

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Corona Golf Playground

at Basketball Courts (in Corona Golf Playground)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Lawrence Virgilio Playground

at Play Area (in Lawrence Virgilio Playground)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Yellowstone Park

at Katzman Playground (in Yellowstone Park)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Art, Fitness, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Nostrand Playground

at Nostrand PlaygroundBrooklyn

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Park Of the Americas

at Playground (Linden Playground) (in Park Of The Americas)Queens

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Bayswater Park

at Playground (in Bayswater Park)Queens

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Highland Park

at Lower Highland Playground (in Highland Park)Queens 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: John J. Carty Park

at Playground (in John J Carty Park)Brooklyn

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Fitness, Games, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

KIM: Alley Pond Park

at Alley Springfield Playground (in Alley Pond Park)Queens

10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Games, Best for Kids, Sports
Free!

Best For
Kids
Aug23

Broadway Beautification

at Broadway/Arden Entrance (in Fort Tryon Park)Manhattan

10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Join the Fort Tryon Park Trust and NYC Parks for some spring cleaning in Fort Tryon Park!
Category: Nature, Volunteer, Gardening
Free!

Must See
Event
Aug23

Staten Island Bio Blitz: Pond Ecology

at Eton Place Parking Lot (in Willowbrook Park)Staten Island

10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Be a part of this community science event with this Ranger led activity, as we explore Willowbrook Park pond and identify what plants and animals live in this aquatic habitat.
Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers
Free!

Aug23

Family Art Project: Buzzing Bee Hives

at Wave HillBronx 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Craft your own miniature bee hives using upcycled materials!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Nature, Best for Kids

Best For
Kids
Aug23

SSE: Fairview Lean to Play Pickleball

at Pickleball Courts (in Fairview Park)Staten Island

10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Come join the Staten Island Summer Sports Experience Team in a great game of Pickleball at Fairview Park.
Category: Fitness, Sports, Pickleball
Free!

Aug23

Volunteer With EQA: Turn an unsightly lot into a Botanical Garden

at Entrance - Springfield Lane and 149th Avenue (in Idlewild Park)Queens

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!

Aug23

Nature's Workshop: Recycled Plantable Paper Making

at Greene Ave & Tompkins Ave (in Herbert Von King Park)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a sustainable transformation of old paper scraps into a future garden! Learn about the history of papermaking and make your own paper.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Urban Park Rangers, Hiking
Free!

Aug23

Zumba

at Southwest Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park)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: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

Aug23

Yoga in the Park

at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park)Manhattan

10:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.
Guided by a beloved, local yoga instructor, participants will flow through a calming and grounding sequence against the backdrop of the uptown skyline.
Category: Fitness, Waterfront, Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes, Yoga & Pilates Classes
Free!

Aug23

Bodyweight Circuit Training

at Pier 35 (in East River Waterfront Esplanade)Manhattan

10:00 a.m.11:00 a.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!

Aug23

Cardio Circuit Blast

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

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!

Aug23

Zumba

at Gymnasium (in St. John’s Recreation Center)Brooklyn 
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!

Aug23

Dance Fitness- Upbeat Pop!

at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park)Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

10:00 a.m.10:45 a.m.
A 45-minute dance fitness class to your favorite upbeat pop songs!
Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes
Free!

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