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  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Interludes: Kaleidoscope

    Folk Dance Club Kaleidoscope will perform traditional folk dances from around the world and teach the audience some of their more popular moves. No prior experience necessary, just a love […]

    Free
  • The Most Famous Woman in China

    Gourmet dinner and an exclusive book signing with Yue-Sai Kan, China Institute in America co-chair, Emmy-winning television host and producer, entrepreneur, author, and humanitarian.

    $350
  • Tribute to Tyrone Williams

    Event honoring the life, work, and legacy of poet and scholar Tyrone Williams with readings by and about Williams, and bring your own remembrance.

    Free
  • Tai Chi

    Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises.

    Free
  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • China Institute Lunch and Learn

    Virtual gathering to read aloud Chinese poetry, learn about Chinese culture, and gain insight into Chinese life through Chinese art, literature, and history. Participants will enjoy live, interactive learning sessions […]

    Free
  • Urban Farming 101 Workshop: Seed Saving

    Learn the process of seed saving for vegetables and flowers, and take home some seeds of your own to plant this fall and next spring. RSVP is required.

    Free
  • Everything/Nothing/Someone

    Alice Carrière presents Everything/Nothing/Someone, in conversation with Michael Imperioli. A "remarkable" (New York Times Book Review) memoir that tells of a young woman's coming-of-age amid glamour, excess, and neglect, and […]

  • Eddie Griffin Live in NYC

    Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Eddie was voted class clown three years in a row in high school.

    $45
  • Squirrel Stampede 10K

    Governors Island

    Each entry to the NYCRUNS Squirrel Stampede 10K includes a fer­ry ride, race-entry, a tech shirt, and post-race snacks. The 10K is two loops of the island.

  • Family Farm Volunteer Day

    Projects for all ages to help out at The Battery Urban Farm. This is a fun and active event for families looking to get outside and get dirty!

    Free
  • Drawing in the Park

    South Cove

    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
  • Migration Celebration

    South Cove

    Enjoy the annual celebration of all the creatures that migrate through and pass by Battery Park City. The morning will feature a host of activities presented by several guest environmental […]

    Free
  • Seaport Kids

    Frances Cha presents The Goblin Twins: Too Hard to Scare

    Free
  • Corn Craze Family Day

    Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with stories, lessons, and activities featuring corn, also known as maize. Learn about the various types of corn and their uses with discussions and demonstrations of […]

    Free
  • Farm Tour for Kids

    Visit The Battery Urban Farm to learn more about how we grow produce in the heart of downtown New York City, and taste some of the harvest! RSVP is required.

    Free
  • Cyanotype Workshop

    Governors Island

    This work­shop will teach basic cyan­otype print­ing on paper and fab­ric, fea­tur­ing plants and nat­ur­al pig­ments cul­ti­vat­ed at Earth Mat­ter Soil Start Farms’ Her­itage Beds. These four ses­sions will occur […]

    Free
  • 999: The Forgotten Girls

    999: The Forgotten Girls chronicles the untold story of 999 mostly teenage girls betrayed by their government. Told that by volunteering for “work” they would fulfill their patriotic duty, these […]

    $10
  • Fall Bird Watching

    South Cove

    Explore the parks of BPC, and spot migrating birds. Binoculars and field guides provided or bring your own.

    Free
  • Creative Writing

    Battery Park City Library

    Walk and writing session led by poet Jon Curley. Participants will be encouraged to use observations as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Registration required.

    Free
  • Shigeru Ban: Timber in Architecture

    Though it is one of the world’s oldest building materials, wood is still revolutionizing the way buildings are designed and constructed today. It is imperative that everyone – from architects, […]

    Free
  • Constitution Week Meeting and Optional Dinner

    Reception and lecture on the formation and implementation of the United States Constitution by Tom Hand*, author of An American Triumph: America’s Founding Era through the Lives of Ben Franklin, […]

    $30
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free
  • BPC Book Club

    Battery Park City Library

    Discussion of well-regarded contemporary works. Each session will feature questions and talking points to help readers further connect to the story.

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.

    Free
  • A Celebration of Constitution Day

    September 17, 1787 marks the signing of the US Constitution. George Washington wrote a cover letter explaining to the states why they should ratify it. The first printing was in […]

    Free
  • Deepfakes and Democracy in the Age of AI

    A recent Associated Press poll reveals that 58% of US adults across both political parties believe that AI will amplify the spread of misinformation in the 2024 presidential election. Despite […]

    $10
  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekly series encourages healthy wellbeing habits for our community. Programming will feature a variety of classes from yoga and meditation to HIIT […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Interludes: British Dependency

    British Dependency, hailing from the British Isle of Anguilla, brings its eclectic sound that’s bluesy, soulful, funky, laced with rock & roll, and always rooted in reggae.

    Free
  • Tiny Concert: Three Parts Upon a Ground

    Trinity Church

    Hear Johann Pachelbel’s much-loved Canon in D major the way it was meant to be heard. Presented in its original instrumentation, with three violins, the piece is paired with a lively but oft-forgotten jig the composer wrote to complement it. The evening’s lineup spotlights the canon and includes pieces by Giovanni Gabrieli as well as […]

    Free
  • Land of My Soul: The Theater of Sholem Asch

    Right from the beginning of his career, Sholem Asch, a yeshiva school dropout from a small Polish village, placed himself at the center of global theatrical culture. His 24 dramas were presented on major stages in multiple languages throughout the world making him one of the most produced Jewish playwrights in history. In Land of […]

    $10
  • Tai Chi

    Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises.

    Free
  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Drawing in the Park

    South Cove

    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 participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

    Free
  • The Architecture of Trees

    What is the relationship between architecture and trees? Join us for a guided walking tour of Battery Park City, where we will observe and draw the trees around us. Students will discover the deep connections of trees and wood structures. This fall-themed event will inspire participants of all ages to appreciate the natural world and […]

    Free
  • BPC Block Party

    A cherished neighborhood tradition returns to Battery Park City this fall, with children’s games and family activities, live musical performances, local business and restaurant vendors, contests, prizes, and much more!

    Free
  • Governors Island Third Saturday

    Governors Island

    Spe­cial indoor and out­door activ­i­ties and pub­lic pro­grams hosted by organizations in residence on Governors Island.

    Free
  • Fad Market

    Governors Island

    Fea­tur­ing a rotat­ing line­up of over 40 of the city’s emerg­ing mak­ers, design­ers, artists, and small busi­ness­es, vis­i­tors can expect to find hand­craft­ed jew­el­ry, art, appar­el, bath and body care, table­ware, home fur­nish­ings, arti­sanal pack­aged food, and more.

    Free
  • Taste of the Seaport

    Annual food festival fundraiser for the Spruce Street School and the Peck Slip School. One tasting card ($60) buys six tastes of specialties from local restaurants.

    $60
  • China Institute Mid Autumn Festival

    Enjoy hand puppet shows, music performances, mooncake-making, traditional Han garments, sugar paintings, our new exhibition, and so much more!

    $12
  • Fall Bird Watching

    South Cove

    Explore the parks of BPC, and spot migrating birds. Binoculars and field guides provided or bring your own.

    Free
  • Creative Writing

    Battery Park City Library

    Walk and writing session led by poet Jon Curley. Participants will be encouraged to use observations as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Registration required.

    Free
  • Stories Survive: “Schindler’s Listed”

    Schindler’s Listed tells the story of Mark Biederman’s twenty-year quest to find gold coins which his father’s family buried in their backyard in Poland just prior to being deported by the Nazis to concentration camps. His father survived the war, but died when Mark was a teenager, leaving him only with the knowledge that he […]

    $10
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Educating for Climate Action Summit

    The Wild Center, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Smithsonian Institution, Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, the Climate Mental Health Network, New York City Department of Education Office of Sustainability, and the National Wildlife Federation invite you to the Educating for Climate Action Summit during Climate Week NYC. This summit will bring together formal […]

    Free
  • Climate Week: Meet the Beekeeper

    Rockefeller Park

    Join a presentation and talk led by Alveole beekeepers at the Battery Park City hive located at the Chambers St. entrance to Rockefeller Park. Learn about the importance of urban beekeeping and its benefit to sustainability efforts in BPC and throughout the city.

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.

    Free
  • The Venture Alchemists

    Livestreamed talk with Tulane professor and author Rob Lalka on his latest book, The Venture Alchemists: How Big Tech Turned Profits Into Power.

    Free
  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekly series encourages healthy wellbeing habits for our community. Programming will feature a variety of classes from yoga and meditation to HIIT […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free
  • WindShipped

    39-minute documentary film “WindShipped,” presented in partnership with Waterfront Alliance and Climate Film Festival. “WindShipped” tells the story of how one man's quixotic dream turned into reality. For the past five years, the schooner Apollonia has been delivering goods up and down the Hudson River by sail, including deliveries to South Street, reminiscent of a […]

    Free
  • Climate Week: Nature Walk

    Explore Teardrop Park through a naturalist’s lens. Learn about the animals and plants that call the park home, and how climate change impacts all of us, and how we can build a sustainable future together

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Strings-on-Hudson: The Brain Cloud

    The Brain Cloud, in their unique way, follows the western swing tradition of combining a vast array of American roots music—ragtime and swing, blues, early country, western cowboy songs, Appalachian fiddling, and Tin Pan Alley standards—into a cohesive and undeniably toe-tapping jam.

    Free
  • Us Fools

    Nora Lange presents Us Fools, in conversation with David Wallace-Wells. A tragicomic, intimate American story of two precocious sisters coming of age during the Midwestern farm crisis of the 1980s.

  • Blues Traveler

    Outdoor concert. See website for ticket price.

  • Tai Chi

    Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises.

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Climate Week: Children’s Garden Open Hours

    Rockefeller Park

    Drop into the Children’s Garden after school to see what’s blooming! Explore how gardens make our cities more resilient in the face of climate change. BPCA naturalists will be on hand to answer questions and make discoveries about the creatures that grow, crawl, hop, and fly through the garden.

    Free
  • Classic Albums Live: Fleetwood Mac’s Rumors

    Founded in 2003, and celebrating its 20th anniversary, Classic Albums Live has quickly earned a stellar reputation for perfectly recreating classic rock albums in its entirety, reproduced to be as true to the original recording as possible, and without costumes or impersonators. The musicians go to great lengths to faithfully recreate every sound on the […]

    $50
  • Drawing in the Park

    South Cove

    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 participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

    Free
  • The Art of Stepping

    Step dancing is a powerful and mesmerizing art form that can captivate audiences of all ages. The Art Of Stepping will teach the basic fundamentals of step using site words and lower case letters of the alphabet.

    Free
  • Print Your Own Stationery

    Celebrate the rich legacy of Bowne & Co. in new hands-on workshops! Sign up today for an immersive program where you can work together with Bowne’s designers to produce your own custom set of stationery—from start to finish.

    $100
  • Seaport Storytime

    Great for kids 3 to 8, but all ages are welcome.

    Free
  • Fall Bird Watching

    South Cove

    Explore the parks of BPC, and spot migrating birds. Binoculars and field guides provided or bring your own.

    Free
  • Jazz at One: Vuyo Sotashe

    Award-winning South African jazz vocalist Vuyo Sotashe opens the Jazz at One season. He has performed at Jazz at Lincoln Center and was one of the first male singers to place in the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Vocal competition.

    Free
  • Creative Writing

    Battery Park City Library

    Walk and writing session led by poet Jon Curley. Participants will be encouraged to use observations as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Registration required.

    Free
  • Seaport Cinema: School of Rock

    Movie screening on The Rooftop at Pier 17. Bring your own blankets and chairs to lay out on the turf.

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free
  • Cities of Repetition: Hong Kong’s Private Housing Estates

    New York and Hong Kong are dense, intense vertical cities. In this truly international webinar, architects and educators Jason Carlo, a professor of Architecture at the American University of Sharjah, UAE and Christian Lange from the University of Hong Kong, will describe their joint study Cities of Repetition. Their book provides a powerful, comprehensive graphic […]

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.

    Free
  • The Moth: Workshop 1

    The Moth Community StorySLAM is a noncompetitive, open-mic storytelling event in which anyone can share a 5 min story on the night’s theme. This is a preparation workshop offering guidance, […]

    Free
  • Till Lindemann

    Outdoor concert. See website for ticket price.

  • When Women Ran Fifth Avenue

    Book talk. In When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion, award-winning journalist and author of the widely acclaimed 2019 book, The Plaza, Julie Satow draws on her expert knowledge of New York City history and culture to whisk readers back to a bygone era of innovation and glitz. […]

    $10
  • Guided Bird Tour

    Explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery.

    Free
  • Bach at One: Magnificat

    Considered one of Christianity’s greatest statements of hope, the Magnificat is arguably Bach’s most popular choral work. Combining colorful orchestration with a large choir, the jubilant Magnificat is based on the Canticle of Mary from Luke’s gospel and centers on God’s love for the poor, humble, and oppressed.

    Free
  • Downtown Beats Chorus

    Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]

    Free
  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekly series encourages healthy wellbeing habits for our community. Programming will feature a variety of classes from yoga and meditation to HIIT […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free
  • New Works: Sophie Cabot Black and Marie Howe

    Experience the newest poetry collections from Sophie Cabot Black and Marie Howe through poems that capture visions of the pastoral and glimpses of the quotidian. The evening’s readings and conversation between the artists will reveal two extraordinary takes on the human and the spiritual.

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Curator’s Tour of TALL TIMBER

    The Museum’s director, Carol Willis, will offer a gallery tour of TALL TIMBER: The Future of Cities in Wood, which examines recent tall buildings in Mass Timber and proposals for its role in a more sustainable, low-carbon future for our cities and our planet.

    Free
  • Interludes: Bia Ferrarria

    Bia Ferreira is a Brazilian singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and artivist that defines her music as “MMP—Música de Mulher Preta” (Black Woman Music). Her bucolic soaring melodies blend with percussive vocals that address powerful themes of social justice, homophobia, equality, and love.

    Free
  • Fresh Prints Special Edition

    Join a special adults-only edition of Fresh Prints, presented in collaboration with the Seaport Museum and Downtown Alliance! Explore the Museum’s collection of historic printing equipment, watch the professional designers Bowne & Co. lock up limited edition prints, and use rare pieces from the Museum’s printing and graphic arts collection. Then, step outside to the […]

    Free
  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free
  • Reinterment of the Ancestors

    The Reinterment of the Ancestors will be held in the outdoor memorial on Friday, October 4, 2024, weather permitting.

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Play Offs: Baseball

    Children ages 6-10 are invited to play in pop-up clinics on select days off from school this fall. Join BPC coaches for a baseball skills session ending in a scrimmage […]

    Free
  • It Happened Here: Shaping the Skyline in Lower Manhattan

    The American Institute of Architects was founded in Lower Manhattan by 29 architects in 1857 to “promote the scientific and practical perfection of its members” and “elevate the standing of the profession.” Until this time, anyone who wished to call themselves an architect, including masons, carpenters, bricklayers, and other members of the building trade, could […]

    $25
  • The Third Realm

    Join Adam Dalva and Brandon Taylor to discuss the life and work of Karl Ove Knausgaard, in celebration of The Third Realm.

  • Seaport Cinema: Barbie

    Movie screening on The Rooftop at Pier 17. Bring your own blankets and chairs to lay out on the turf.

    Free
  • Drawing in the Park

    South Cove

    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
  • Turn a New York City Skyscraper Green

    Did you know that we can grow gardens on a skyscraper? It is possible! Join us in an exploration on how architects design green skyscrapers with vertical gardens and green roofs! Kids will then make paper flowers and plants together to create a model of a green skyscraper. All ages welcome.

    Free
  • Go Fish!

    Join experienced anglers for catch-and-release fishing and learn about life in the Hudson River. Help observe and identify the fish we catch, enabling us to share valuable data with research […]

    Free
  • Battery Park City Blessing of the Animals

    This blessing will acknowledge pets' purpose in our lives and express our gratitude and joy for our relationship with them. All are invited to bring their pets to this non-denominational […]

    Free
  • Interventions: Analphabetes

    Governors Island

    Orig­i­nal­ly com­mis­sioned for a Cycladic island, then restaged in the Tui­leries gar­dens, Greek-born and Paris-based chore­o­g­ra­ph­er Lenio Kak­lea designed this piece as a response to phys­i­cal land­scape. Con­sist­ing of three dis­tinct lev­els of spec­ta­tor­ship — near, far, and very far away — the per­for­mance blends envi­ron­ment with chore­o­graph­ic image, cre­at­ing a struc­ture that orga­nizes the audience’s visu­al expe­ri­ence. On […]

    Free
  • Seaport Storytime

    Great for kids 3 to 8, but all ages are welcome.

    Free
  • Farm Tour for Kids

    Take a kid-friendly tour of The Battery Urban Farm! Help care for the plants on the farm, taste some produce, and meet our wildlife

    Free
  • Navratri at the Seaport Museum

    Anu Sehgal, founder and CEO of The Culture Tree, will kick off the afternoon festivities with an introduction to Navratri, the Hindu festival honoring the divine feminine. We will also learn the meaningful connections between Wavertree and India before picking up our dandiya sticks and dancing to the beats of traditional Gujarati music from DJ […]

    Free
  • Urban Farm Tour

    Governors Island

    Dis­cov­er a world of bees, com­post, and organ­ic gar­den­ing right in New York City! Join the Bee Con­ser­van­cy, Earth Mat­ter NY, and GrowNYC for a tour of the Urban Farm on Gov­er­nors Island, and learn about each orga­ni­za­tion’s work.

    Free
  • Volunteer Fair

    The 2024 election affects everyone, on every scale. We know it can be hard to figure out how we as individuals can make concrete, positive change, so we invited a host of incredible organizations already working to make a better New York, and a better United States. The fair is a place to find volunteer […]

    Free
  • The Question of Unworthy Life

    Between 1939 and 1945, Nazi genocide claimed the lives of nearly three hundred thousand people diagnosed with psychiatric illness or cognitive deficiencies. Not until the 1980s would these murders, as well as the coercive sterilizations of some four hundred thousand others classified as “feeble-minded,” be officially acknowledged as crimes at all. Dagmar Herzog’s new book […]

    $10
  • Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music

    Join the lively chantey experience either in-person at the Seaport Museum’s introduction galleries or virtually via Zoom, allowing you to join from anywhere. Each sing will be hosted by a local artist who will lead the sea-song sing-along, featuring a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are encouraged to sing along with […]

    Free
  • Sunday Afternoon Music: Trio Portinari

    Violinist Nicholas Pappone, cellist Joseph Staten, and pianist Candace Chien perform as the Trio Portinari in the next installment of Trinity’s popular Sunday Afternoon Music series. Using music to showcase how love, loss, and hope are integral to the human experience, the concert opens with German composer Max Bruch’s haunting Kol Nidrei, inspired by an […]

    Free
  • Fall Bird Watching

    South Cove

    Explore the parks of BPC, and spot migrating birds. Binoculars and field guides provided or bring your own.

    Free
  • Jazz at One: Lance Bryant & Shout!

    Don’t miss Lance Bryant, a legendary vocalist, saxophonist, and composer, and his 16-piece band, Shout! A long-time collaborator with South African great Abdullah Ibrahim (the pianist known for his anti-apartheid anthem Mannenberg), Bryant presents his own healing, empowering brand of jazz.

    Free
  • Creative Writing

    Battery Park City Library

    Walk and writing session led by poet Jon Curley. Participants will be encouraged to use observations as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Registration required.

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Monthly Service Day

    Governors Island

    Par­tic­i­pate in a sin­­gle-day stew­ard­ship project focused on habi­tat restora­tion on Governors Island.

    Free
  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.

    Free
  • The Moth: Workshop 2

    The Moth Community StorySLAM is a noncompetitive, open-mic storytelling event in which anyone can share a 5 min story on the night’s theme. This is a preparation workshop offering guidance, techniques, and practice on the craft of storytelling. This program is recommended for teens and adults.

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.

    Free
  • Tiny Concerts: Organ Concertos

    Trinity Church

    Trinity’s lead organist and prominent early music expert Avi Stein performs Johann Sebastian Bach’s Concerto in D Minor, accompanied by members of the Trinity Baroque Orchestra. George Frideric Handel’s Concerto […]

    Free
  • Guided Bird Tour

    Explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery.

    Free
  • Virtual Walking Tour: Paris, France

    Livestreamed. Embark on a captivating live-stream journey through the rich Jewish heritage of Paris, spanning from the Middle Ages to the present day. Our live-stream tour begins on the historic […]

    $25
  • Bach at One

    In his last post as a music director in Leipzig, Bach led a concert series — in a coffeehouse in winter and a beer garden in summer — that featured […]

    Free
  • Downtown Beats Chorus

    Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]

    Free
  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekly series encourages healthy wellbeing habits for our community. Programming will feature a variety of classes from yoga and meditation to HIIT […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free
  • The Taste of Rice Flower《米花之味》

    Film screening and conversation with director Peng Fei Song live online from China after the screening. With unsparing realism, The Taste of Rice Flower portrays the relentless clash between tradition […]

    $12
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Earth Matter’s Anniversary Party

    Governors Island

    Cel­e­brate 15 years of Earth Mat­ter at their anniver­sary par­ty! Held at LMC­C’s Arts Cen­ter at Gov­er­nors Island, this cel­e­bra­tion will fea­ture live music from Chico Alverez and Mafim­ba, lots […]

    Free
  • Brett Young

    Outdoor concert. See website for ticket price.

  • Cosmism

    Transformative sonic experience featuring emerging artists and performers living and visiting New York rooted in Asian heritage. The performance will be introduced by curators or intellectuals who specialize in theories […]

    $20
  • The Qur’an: A Verse Translation

    Experience a new verse translation of the Qur’an that captures the exalted magnificence of the Arabic verses, expressing its original elegance in simple English. This is the first time the […]

    Free
  • The Moth: Community Story Slam

    The Moth Community StorySLAM is a noncompetitive, open-mic storytelling event in which anyone can share a 5 min story on the night’s theme. Entry is free – come to enjoy […]

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • China Institute Lunch and Learn

    Virtual gathering to read aloud Chinese poetry, learn about Chinese culture, and gain insight into Chinese life through Chinese art, literature, and history. Participants will enjoy live, interactive learning sessions […]

    Free
  • Halloween Origami Folding and Letterpress Printing

    Hands-on experience in crafting origami bats, and other spooky folded-paper creatures, along with Halloween-themed paper chains. For an extra thrill, skilled Bowne designers will be on hand to guide you […]

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekly series encourages healthy wellbeing habits for our community. Programming will feature a variety of classes from yoga and meditation to HIIT […]

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekly series encourages healthy wellbeing habits for our community. Programming will feature a variety of classes from yoga and meditation to HIIT […]

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekly series encourages healthy wellbeing habits for our community. Programming will feature a variety of classes from yoga and meditation to HIIT […]

    Free
  • Icons of Culture Festival

    The Icons of Culture Festival brings audiences into the room with trailblazers in music, comedy, film, sports, and more to talk about pushing boundaries, making a mark, and elevating the […]

    $30
  • Canstruction

    Brookfield Place

    Annual design competition that challenges teams of architects, engineers, and contractors to build sculptures made entirely out of unopened cans of food. The large-scale sculptures are displayed in an exhibition […]

    Free
  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Play Offs: Soccer

    Children ages 6-10 are invited to play in pop-up clinics on select days off from school this fall. Join BPC coaches for soccer skills session ending in a scrimmage open […]

    Free
  • Burned by Books

    Join McNally Jackson and the literary podcast, Burned by Books, for a live recording of a conversation between Jennifer Egan (The Candy House), Katie Kitamura (Intimacies), Tess Gunty (The Rabbit […]

  • Icons of Culture Festival

    The Icons of Culture Festival brings audiences into the room with trailblazers in music, comedy, film, sports, and more to talk about pushing boundaries, making a mark, and elevating the […]

    $30
  • Let’s Make a City!

    How are cities made? A lot of people are involved in making a city, but in this program we will all be architects and engineers! We will discuss the buildings […]

    Free
  • Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

    Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a time for honoring our ancestors and remembering those we have lost. Learn about the ofrenda (altar), and take the opportunity […]

    Free
  • Screen/Print: Screening and Discussion

    Find out what happens behind the scenes when poetry and film meet. Join us for a screening of award-winning short poem films and discussion between filmmakers and poets who’ve collaborated […]

    Free
  • Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music

    Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just […]

    Free
  • Fauré Requiem

    Trinity Youth Chorus, Trinity Choral Scholars, and the contemporary orchestra NOVUS perform Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem in D Minor, opus 48. The contemplative masterwork is known for its lyrical beauty and […]

    Free
  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free
  • Election Day Art & Play

    Children are invited to take part in an art project and activities themed around voting and responsible citizenship.

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Downtown Beats Chorus

    Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]

    Free
  • Curator’s Tour of TALL TIMBER

    The Museum’s director, Carol Willis, will offer a gallery tour of TALL TIMBER: The Future of Cities in Wood, which examines recent tall buildings in Mass Timber and proposals for […]

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Fresh Prints

    This free open house features a breadth of printing equipment that you will be invited to use. Come see how the designers at Bowne lock up limited edition designs that […]

    Free
  • Dangerous Women

    Self-destruction and self-creation in the work of Dorothy Parker, Djuna Barnes, and Caroline Blackwood. Join Sloane Crosley, Merve Emre, Heidi Julavits, and the staff of McNally Editions as a glass […]

  • Noirvember Movie Night: Don’t Bother to Knock

    Each November, movie fans celebrate the hallmark antiheroes, femme fatales, moral complexities, and the stunning black & white cinematography of film noir. Free popcorn will be served, and a discussion […]

    Free
  • Smorgasburg

    New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • China Institute Lunch and Learn

    Virtual gathering to read aloud Chinese poetry, learn about Chinese culture, and gain insight into Chinese life through Chinese art, literature, and history. Participants will enjoy live, interactive learning sessions […]

    Free
  • PAC NYC Lobby Stage

    Aya Aziz is a composer, playwright, and performer. She created the award-winning musical “Eh Dah? Questions for my Father” (Next Door at NYTW) a “musically adventurous” (NYTimes) story about belonging […]

    Free
  • PAC NYC Lobby Stage

    Malini & Ensemble invite you on a journey through the vibrant world of Indian classical dance and music. The group presents Bharatanatyam dance and its sister art form, Carnatic music. […]

    Free