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].
Arts & Culture
Week of Events
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). Relax afterward with the fireworks show taking place at sundown. 6 - 9 PM: Lawn games 6:30 - 7:30 PM: Live Performance of the Steel […]
Drag Story Hour
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 books in both languages, sing songs, do movement activities, and provide an age-appropriate introduction to the concept of drag as a form of dress-up and […]
Sunset Photowalk with The Bronx Photowalk
Sunset Photowalk with The Bronx Photowalk
Join The Bronx Photowalk to venture through Randall’s Island Park during golden hour! Whether you have a small or large camera, phone, or your eyes, come learn how to observe the natural elements of the park in the magical late afternoon light. The walk will be guided by a representative of The Bronx Photowalk. Meet […]
- No events scheduled for June 24, 2024.
- No events scheduled for June 25, 2024.
- No events scheduled for June 26, 2024.
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). Relax afterward with the fireworks show taking place at sundown. 6 - 9 PM: Lawn games 6:30 - 7:30 PM: Live Performance of the Steel […]
- No events scheduled for June 28, 2024.
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 books in both languages, sing songs, do movement activities, and provide an age-appropriate introduction to the concept of drag as a form of dress-up and […]
Sunset Photowalk with The Bronx Photowalk
Join The Bronx Photowalk to venture through Randall’s Island Park during golden hour! Whether you have a small or large camera, phone, or your eyes, come learn how to observe the natural elements of the park in the magical late afternoon light. The walk will be guided by a representative of The Bronx Photowalk. Meet […]