Randall’s Island 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].

Bird Bonanza

Come out to celebrate birds, especially those that are currently migrating through NYC, at Randall’s Island Park’s Bird Bonanza! Enjoy a day dedicated to our feathered friends with engaging activities […]

Boogie Down Storytime at Bird Bonanza

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Bring the family for Storytime in partnership with Boogie Down Books! As part of Bird Bonanza, join us for an hour with our local literary experts who will read a […]

Big Truck Day: May 18

Strap on your seatbelt and get a close-up view of the big trucks that keep New York City clean and safe! Learn how firefighters, garbage truck drivers, and other big […]

Boogie Down Storytime at Big Truck Day

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Bring the family for Storytime in partnership with Boogie Down Books! As part of Big Truck Day, join us for an hour with our local literary experts who will read […]

Urban Farm Open Hours

Stop by our Urban Farm and help us water the plants before the long weekend! Discover a variety of fruits and vegetables, an active composting system, and a Tot Lot […]

Black Birders Week Celebration: Birds & Bites

Celebrate the fifth annual #BlackBirdersWeek, an initiative by Black AF in Stem, with a birding walk and refreshments at Randall’s Island Park! Join renowned local birder Efua Peterson for a […]

Pollinator Palooza

It's pollination season, and we're excited to celebrate with you at Randall’s Island Park! We’re hosting a pollinator-themed day of art, games, and exploration. Take photos at our butterfly photobooth […]

Boogie Down Storytime at Pollinator Palooza

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Bring the family for Storytime in partnership with Boogie Down Books! As part of Pollinator Palooza, join us for an hour with our local literary experts who will read a […]

June 22: Herbal Medicine Workshop: Roots & Remedies

Join us for a journey into the world of herbal medicine amidst the vibrant setting of our Urban Farm! Led by seasoned herbalist Jess Turner from Olamina Botanicals, this hands-on […]

NYC Nature Drawing Club

Unleash your creativity amidst the lush greenery of Randall's Island Park! Join us for a captivating event in collaboration with the NYC Nature Drawing Club, where art meets nature in […]

Fireworks & Fun: June 27

Kick off the summer season on the Island! Enjoy evening of dancing, games, crafts, and music before the Astoria Park fireworks display at sundown (fireworks courtesy of Central Astoria, LDC). […]

Drag Story Hour

Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance for Bilingual storytelling with Drag Story Hour NYC presented in Spanish and English. A local drag performer trained by children’s librarians will read picture […]