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  • Bend It Like Beck­ham

    Film screening outdoors. The sto­ry of teenag­er Jess Bham­ra (Par­min­der Nagra in a win­ning break­out per­for­mance), an avid soc­cer fan, dreams of liv­ing up to the exam­ple of her idol, […]

    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
  • Summer Tour of Perennial Gardens

    Take a guided tour through the seasonal highlights of The Battery's extensive gardens, designed by Piet Oudolf.

    Free
  • Hester Street Fair

    Jewelry. Art. Baked goods and local vintage. Home goods. Live DJs.

    Free
  • Jazz Age Lawn Party

    Governors Island

    Live music, retro cock­tails, and ​’20s Pro­hi­bi­tion era enter­tain­ment. Explore the park and join dance lessons, take a vin­tage por­trait, check out the antique 1920s cars, play cro­quet, enjoy a […]

    Free
  • Forging Maritime Metals

    Pier 16

    Metalworking demonstrations that delve into the crucial role of blacksmiths during the Age of Sail, both on land and aboard ships at sea. These events will spark interest into the […]

    Free
  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free
  • Earth Matter: Make an Herbarium: Plants Can Live Forever

    Meet 12 farmers who have captured the ephemeral nature, from seed to flower (or vegetable), of common, everyday plants. Experience 12 collages of preserved specimens, from roots to shoots, and […]

    Free
  • Battery Dance Festival

    Rockefeller Park

    The Battery Dance Festival is New York City’s longest-running free public dance festival. Seven nights of performances by local, national and international dance companies.

    Free
  • Vinyasa on a Vessel

    60-minute vinyasa-based yoga practice on the deck of the historic tall ship Wavertree. Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to start your Sunday with a mindful and physical practice […]

    Free