Sports
Batter Up! Whether it's the opening of the youth baseball season, a world-famous hoops tournament, or a local sport in the park next door, we have the game for you! Find out more about our public sporting events. Applying for a sports permit? Visit our Fields and Courts page to get started.
Sports Events
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
SSE: Lawrence Playground Courts
at Lawrence Playground (in Flushing Meadows Corona 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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: De Matti Playground
at DeMatti Park Fieldhouse (in De Matti Park), Staten Island 

10:30 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!
Free!
Kids
SSE: Co-ed Youth Basketball
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Dribble, pass, shoot and have a blast doing it! Our Youth Recreational Basketball Program is designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball in a fun, energetic, and supportive environ
Free!
Kids
SSE: Flag Football Skills and Drills
at Kwame Ture Recreation Center (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join the fun! Our flag football program for ages 8–14 builds skills, teamwork, and confidence in a safe, fast-paced, non-contact environment.
Free!
Kids
Pétanque
at Pétanque Court (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Interested in learning to play pétanque? Stop by the Washington Square Park pétanque courts for free lessons and casual play every Monday and Wednesday
Free!
SSE: Softball
at Kwame Ture Recreation Center (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Manhattan
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
This beginner-friendly baseball program teaches hitting, throwing, fielding, and base running in a fun, team-focused environment for youth and teens.
Free!
Kids
SSE: Youth Games
at Kwame Ture Recreation Center (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Manhattan
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
This program offers kids and teens a supportive space to play games, build friendships, and develop teamwork through activities like tag, relay races, and group challenges.
Free!
SSE: Kickball & Dodgeball
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx
3:45 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
signed to promote teamwork, physical activity, and good sportsmanship, this program offers kids a chance to play two classic playground games in a safe and structured environment.
Free!
Kids
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.
Free!
Kids
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.
Free!
Hudson River Park's Healthy on the Hudson x Dance Cardio with 305 Fitness
at Hudson River Park's Pier 97, Manhattan 

6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Healthy on the Hudson, part of Hudson River Park's free summer event season, offers a variety of accessible, exciting fitness classes led by NYC’s best trainers in your west side backyard all summer.
Free!
Thursday, July 17, 2025
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Arrochar Playground
at Play Area (in Arrochar Playground), Staten Island
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Astoria Heights Playground
at Astoria Heights Playground, 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!
Free!
Kids
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Carmansville Playground
at Play Area (in Carmansville Playground), 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!
Free!
KIM: Corona Golf Playground
at Basketball Courts (in Corona Golf Playground), Queens 

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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Grover Cleveland Playground
at Play Area (in Grover Cleveland Playground), Queens 

10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. An NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC’s playgrounds, including organized spo
Free!
KIM: Highland Park
at Lower Highland Playground (in Highland 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!
Free!
Kids
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Lawrence Virgilio Playground
at Play Area (in Lawrence Virgilio Playground), 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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Lou Lodati / Torsney Playground
at Lou Lodati Playground - Play Area (in Torsney Playground), 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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: McDonald's Playground
at Austin J. McDonald Playground Fieldhouse (in Austin J. McDonald Playground), Staten Island
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!
Free!
Kids
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Phil Scooter Rizzuto Park
at Playground (in Phil "Scooter" Rizzuto 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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Yellowstone Park
at Katzman Playground (in Yellowstone 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!
Free!
Kids
SSE: Lawrence Playground Courts
at Lawrence Playground (in Flushing Meadows Corona 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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: De Matti Playground
at DeMatti Park Fieldhouse (in De Matti Park), Staten Island 

10:30 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!
Free!
Kids
SSE: Flag Football Skills and Drills
at Kwame Ture Recreation Center (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join the fun! Our flag football program for ages 8–14 builds skills, teamwork, and confidence in a safe, fast-paced, non-contact environment.
Free!
Kids
SSE: Learn to Play Volleyball
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Participants will learn fundamental volleyball skills such as serving, passing, hitting and blocking. Instruction is tailored to the age and skill level of the players.
Free!
SSE: Youth Games
at Kwame Ture Recreation Center (in Kwame Ture Recreation Center), Manhattan
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
This program offers kids and teens a supportive space to play games, build friendships, and develop teamwork through activities like tag, relay races, and group challenges.
Free!
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.
Free!
SSE: Boys Athletic Conditioning
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
This Program follows a progressive structure to build athletic skills, strength, agility, and confidence over the course of 12 weeks
Free!
Kids
Hudson River Park's Healthy on the Hudson x Yoga with Chelsea Piers Fitness
at Hudson River Park's Pier 64, Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Healthy on the Hudson, part of Hudson River Park's free summer event season, offers a variety of accessible, exciting fitness classes led by NYC’s best trainers in your west side backyard all summer.
Free!
Friday, July 18, 2025
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Arrochar Playground
at Play Area (in Arrochar Playground), Staten Island
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Astoria Heights Playground
at Astoria Heights Playground, 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!
Free!
Kids
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Bloomingdale Park
at Bloomingdale Park, Staten Island
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Carmansville Playground
at Play Area (in Carmansville Playground), 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!
Free!
KIM: Corona Golf Playground
at Basketball Courts (in Corona Golf Playground), Queens 

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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Grover Cleveland Playground
at Play Area (in Grover Cleveland Playground), Queens 

10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. An NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC’s playgrounds, including organized spo
Free!
KIM: Highland Park
at Lower Highland Playground (in Highland 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!
Free!
Kids
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Lawrence Virgilio Playground
at Play Area (in Lawrence Virgilio Playground), 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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Levy Programs
at Play Area (in Levy Playground), Staten Island
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Lou Lodati / Torsney Playground
at Lou Lodati Playground - Play Area (in Torsney Playground), 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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: McDonald's Playground
at Austin J. McDonald Playground Fieldhouse (in Austin J. McDonald Playground), Staten Island
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!
Free!
Kids
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!
Free!
Kids
KIM: Phil Scooter Rizzuto Park
at Playground (in Phil "Scooter" Rizzuto 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!
Free!
Kids