Events
Randall’s Island Park has a rich history of hosting cultural events and continues to do so today. Throughout the year, RIPA provides numerous free drop-in programs such as walking tours, movie nights, waterfront activities and our annual Cherry Blossom and Harvest Festivals. In addition, large special events, produced by independent organizations other than the City and RIPA, offer visitors a great variety of exciting options – continuing the Island’s strong tradition as a central entertainment venue for New York City.
RIPA hosts over 100 free public events each year. These family-friendly drop-in events play an integral role in helping Park visitors explore the Island’s varied points of interest. For additional information contact our Public Programs team at publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
Upcoming Events
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Historical Tour – Southern Island
Randall's Island has a rich and unique history. Learn about the influential people, bridges, and landscape changes that have shaped the Island into the beautiful Park it is today! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
iNaturalist City Nature Challenge
Join us to learn about the incredible diversity of plants and wildlife that can be found on and around Randall's Island. Participants will learn how to use iNaturalist to document and identify plants and animals. All of the observations will go towards the City Nature Challenge, a global competition to find out which city in the world can do the most to observe nature. Last year New York City finished in ninth place, just behind Boston, and ahead of Chicago.…
Yoga in the Park
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our evening yoga classes. Bring a mat and join an instructor from Sweet Water Dance & Yoga to strengthen your muscles while taking in views of the sunset on the water. This is a free event!
Frieze Art Fair
Frieze brings the world's leading art galleries, innovated curated sections, and the city's most talked about restaurants together under an impressive structure. Click here for event details.
Yoga in the Park
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our evening yoga classes. Bring a mat and join an instructor from Sweet Water Dance & Yoga to strengthen your muscles while taking in views of the sunset on the water. This is a free event!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
Explore the Urban Farm's variety of crops, fruit trees, fragrant herbs, and chickens too! All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm
Art on the Farm!
Join us for fun farm art projects on Saturdays at the Urban Farm! All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm
Jane’s Walk on Randall’s Island Island: The City Within The City
Take a tour of Randall's Island and learn about the agencies that share this unique space. Finish your tour at the beautiful NYC Parks 5-Boro green roof! Pre-registration required. Location: Base of 103rd Street Footbridge Click here to register!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
Explore the Urban Farm's variety of crops, fruit trees, fragrant herbs, and chickens too! All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm
Yoga in the Park
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our evening yoga classes. Bring a mat and join an instructor from Sweet Water Dance & Yoga to strengthen your muscles while taking in views of the sunset on the water. This is a free event!