Events
Throughout the year, RIPA hosts over 200 free public events including tours, movie nights, waterfront activities, our annual Earth Day and Harvest Festivals and more. These family-friendly drop-in events play an integral role in helping Park visitors explore the Island’s varied points of interest. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully.
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information please email [email protected].
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Urban Farm Volunteers
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 volunteers with them. Ages 16 & 17 can volunteer if a parent or guardian has signed a waiver. (Please contact [email protected] for a copy of…
Family Farm Volunteer Days
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 needed. All ages welcome. No more than 2 children under the age of 10 per adult volunteer. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who volunteers with them. Ages 16 & 17 can volunteer if a parent or guardian has signed a…
Wildlife Celebration
Do you enjoy learning about creatures of the wild? Join us in welcoming Bobby Horvath, Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator, and his furry, feathered, and scaly friends from Wildlife In Need of Rescue and Rehabilitation (WINORR) for an up-close meet and greet! NYC's Urban Park Rangers will also be on site to share how they support urban wildlife in our parks and natural areas and what we all can do to help! Registration coming soon. Location: 103rd Street Footbridge For inquiries about…
Team RIVER Volunteers
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 the island every second Wednesday of each month. We also use volunteers to help with park maintenance and public events. If you are only able…
Urban Farm Open Hours
All are welcome at the Urban Farm for self-guided exploration. Discover an abundant variety of fruits and vegetables, an active composting system, and a Tot Lot designed for our youngest friends to play. All ages welcome! For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected]
Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program
The Randall's Island Park Alliance, in partnership with City Parks Foundation, continues to offer the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly track & field youth program is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active. Activities will focus on running techniques for sprints and relays and will introduce other track and field activities like long jump, hurdles, and long-distance running. Registration is required on LeagueApps with…
Spotted Lanternfly Egg Hunt
Have you heard the rumors about the Spotted Lanternfly? It's true—they're back and more prominent than ever. Join the RIPA team for a program merging volunteering with public awareness and building community. Participants will learn about the Spotted Lanternfly and how to identify and remove its eggs from trees and structures within the park, then put their knowledge to use within the park. After satisfyingly removing as many egg masses as time and energy allow, we’ll celebrate with a warm…
Urban Farm Open Hours
All are welcome at the Urban Farm for self-guided exploration. Discover an abundant variety of fruits and vegetables, an active composting system, and a Tot Lot designed for our youngest friends to play. All ages welcome! For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected]
Urban Farm Volunteers
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 volunteers with them. Ages 16 & 17 can volunteer if a parent or guardian has signed a waiver. (Please contact [email protected] for a copy of…
Team RIVER Volunteers
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 the island every second Wednesday of each month. We also use volunteers to help with park maintenance and public events. If you are only able…