Summer’s in the air and we couldn’t be more excited! To kick off the new season, we’re hosting a Carnival at our Bay Terrace Pool & Athletic Center on Sunday, May 21st, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Join us for an afternoon of rides, inflatables, carnival games, and snacks! BBQ and refreshments will be available…
On Sunday, May 21, visitors can travel back in time to learn about Obadiah Hedden’s working farm in the year 1800 on the grounds surrounding the Durand-Hedden House in Maplewood. We’ll see what life might have been like for area residents over 200 years ago through exhibits of antique farm equipment, live animals, and a…
Story Pirates, the 2022 Webby and iHeart Radio Awards Winner for Best Children’s Podcast, present Story Pirates Live on Stage! All proceeds from this benefit performance will go to Story Pirates Changemakers, the nonprofit arm of Story Pirates which serves under-resourced schools, children, and families. Featuring favorite Story Pirates Peter and Eric from the popular…
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
Looking for something to do with your 3-5 year old? Bring them to the farm for a fun morning of stories, crafts, animal and nature activities, and more! Pre-registration required with one ticket per child and caregiver.
Volunteer with the Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work in with the Natural Areas team twice a month taking care of and restoring our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens and meadows on…
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
Join senior teachers from the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan for an introductory class on Randall’s Island! This will include a short demo followed by a class teaching some of the basic movements found in the Tai Chi form. This class will be easy to follow, enjoyable, and both energizing and relaxing! Tai…
Free Fridays are back! The Intrepid Museum is once again extending its hours free of charge on the last Friday of April, June, July, August and September from 5:00pm-9:00pm. Celebrate the ship’s 80th commissioning anniversary and enjoy special programs, including our free summer movie series, featuring classic “ship” themed films. Guests will also enjoy our…
We have settled on a new location for our 2023 season – the Burlington County Fairgrounds, located on 1990 Jacksonville-Jobstown Road in Columbus, NJ! Just 5 minutes away from our old site, you can expect expansive room for vendors and entertainers, improved accessibility, and lots more parking! Now our magical cast is ready to greet…
The Farm Market is back! The 2023 season kicks off on May 6 and will continue through October. Come out on Saturdays to shop from local farmers, bakers, and craftsmen who provide a variety of fruit, organic produce, meats, fish, dairy products, baked goods, and handcrafted products.
Food is medicine!
Come down to Pier 17 to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with us! Our market is open on Saturday and Sunday, May 27th & 28th from 11am - 6pm Hester Street Fair is partying it up at The Seaport for another great season (our 14th season). We’re looking towards another year and we are happy to…
Young gardeners will participate in the urban farming process by planting, growing, and harvesting vegetables. Young gardeners (ages 8-11) will participate in the urban farming process by planting, growing, and harvesting vegetables. Kids will create nature crafts and explore topics like healthy eating and composting. This is 100% hands-in-the-dirt outdoor fun! Children will learn how…
No reservations are required. All participants must sign a liability release waiver and waivers for children 17 and under must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. All programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check rockingtheboat.org for cancellations due to inclement weather. Community Sailing offers the unique opportunity to sail on the Bronx…
No reservations are required. All participants must sign a liability release waiver and waivers for children 17 and under must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. All programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check rockingtheboat.org for cancellations due to inclement weather. Community Rowing allows New Yorkers of all ages to explore the…
Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration required. Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who…
