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Events

Ongoing

NYC Summer Streets

Many blocks of car-free fun, fitness, and live entertainment as the city’s streets transform into playgrounds for all to enjoy. In Lower Manhattan, Lafayette Street and Centre Street will be […]

Open Farm Day

Drop in for exploration and projects for all ages at the Battery Urban Farm.

Free

Garden Stewardship at Gotham Park

Pick up trash and tend to pollinator-friendly gardens. No experience is necessary; all ages and abilities are welcome!

Free

Drawing in the Park

Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help […]

Free

Jazz Age Lawn Party

Governors Island

Break out your best flap­per dress­es, linen jack­ets, straw hats and spats, and 100-year-old Gats­by-inspired attire! The Jazz Age Lawn Par­ty on Gov­er­nors Island fea­tures live music, retro cock­tails, and […]

Story Time

Families are invited to an interactive story time on the second Saturday of each month* featuring a children’s book by a Native author, illustrator, or created in collaboration with an […]

Free

The Spark at the Center of the Universe

Saturday Storytime, with a book that help kids discover the interconnectedness of every living thing, led by Sparky, the galaxy-traveling pup. Great for kids 4 to 10, but all ages […]

Free

Colonial Craft Day: Paper Carnation Flowers

Discover the beauty that can flourish within a vibrant colonial city by joining us for an engaging workshop focused on crafting paper carnations.

$10

44th Annual Battery Dance Festival

Wagner Park

Battery Dance Company performs in this celebratory night of dance alongside Marie Poncé, The Limón Dance Company, and tap dancer John Manzari & Band.

Free

Dance @ The New Wagner Park

Wagner Park

Battery Dance Company performs in this celebratory night of dance alongside Marie Poncé, The Limón Dance Company, and tap dancer John Manzari & Band. Rain date 8/10.

Free