Randall's Island

CANCELLED Yoga in the Park
2026-07-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-28 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | East River Picnic Area – Yoga Location
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

CANCELLED Bike Ride to Waterfront Festival
2026-07-18 11:30 - 13:00 | María Sola Community Greenspace, 128 Lincoln Ave, Bronx, New York, 10454

Yoga in the Park
2026-07-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-04 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-18 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-08-22 10:00 - 11:00 and 2 more dates | East River Picnic Area – Yoga Location
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at Randall’s Island Park’s free outdoor yoga series. Guided by a beloved, local yoga instructor, participants will flow through a calming and grounding sequence against the backdrop of the uptown skyline. All levels and abilities are welcome. Bring a friend, family member or two, or your yoga-loving pet!
No registration required—just show up ready to move! We’ll have water and a limited number of mats available to borrow, so please bring your own if possible or show up early to claim one.
Our free yoga classes run weekly on Tuesdays from 6:30 – 7:30 pm from May 5 – September 1, and Saturdays from 10:00 – 11:00 am, July 4 – August 29. On Saturdays, stay after and join our dance class! Please check Instagram for the most updated schedule.
Location: East River Picnic Area
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation, or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Dance in the Park: Merengue
2026-07-25 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-08-01 11:00 - 11:45 | East River Picnic Area
Bring your energy and get ready to move at Merengue in the Park! Set against the backdrop of the waterfront and summer breeze, this lively class focuses on rhythm, connection, and fun. Participants will learn easy-to-follow steps and enjoy the fast-paced spirit of Merengue with an enthusiastic instructor leading the way. Perfect for all skill levels, this is a great opportunity to try something new or refine your moves. Come early for our 10 AM yoga class to warm up beforehand!
Location: East River Picnic Area
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Dance in the Park: Bachata
2026-08-08 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-08-15 11:00 - 11:45 | East River Picnic Area
Experience Bachata in the Park, where music, movement, and nature come together! This dance style invites you to slow down and connect with the rhythm. You’ll learn foundational movements while exploring the cultural roots of this beloved dance along our scenic waterfront. Come early for our 10 AM yoga class to warm up beforehand!
Location: East River Picnic Area
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Dance in the Park: Soca
2026-08-22 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-08-29 11:00 - 11:45 | East River Picnic Area
Get ready to sweat, smile, and move at Soca in the Park! Fueled by high-energy music, this class brings a fun, cardio-filled dance experience to the outdoors. Participants will learn dynamic moves while embracing the joyful spirit of Soca with guidance from an engaging instructor. Open to all levels, this session is all about letting loose and enjoying the rhythm. Come early for our 10 AM yoga class to warm up beforehand!
Location: East River Picnic Area
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

CANCELLED Yoga in the Park
2026-09-01 18:30 - 19:30 | East River Picnic Area – Yoga Location
UPDATE: This event has been CANCELLED due to inclement weather. We’ll see you next week!

Yoga in the Park
2026-09-08 18:00 - 19:00 | East River Picnic Area – Yoga Location
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at Randall’s Island Park’s free outdoor yoga series. Guided by a beloved, local yoga instructor, participants will flow through a calming and grounding sequence against the backdrop of the uptown skyline. All levels and abilities are welcome. Bring a friend, family member or two, or your yoga-loving pet!
No registration required—just show up ready to move! We’ll have water and a limited number of mats available to borrow, so please bring your own if possible or show up early to claim one.
Our free yoga classes run weekly on Tuesdays evenings. During this extended yoga time period, the times will be change to keep the light. Please check Instagram for the most updated schedule.
Location: East River Picnic Area
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation, or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

2026 Jesse Owens Track & Field Youth Program - Fall
2026-09-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Thomas Jefferson Park
Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance and City Parks Foundation for the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly 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.
Program Dates: Every Saturday
Spring: 4/11 – 6/20, no program on 5/23
Fall: 9/12 – 10/31
Registration is required on LeagueApps with City Parks Foundation.
Location: Thomas Jefferson Park
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Bike Ride to Harvest Festival
2026-10-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Thomas Jefferson Park
Ride to the Harvest Festival at Randall’s Island Park with El Barrio Bikes! Meet up at Thomas Jefferson Park in Harlem and enjoy a scenic ride along the riverfront and through the park, ending at the Festival!
Free Citi Bikes will be provided thanks to our partnership with Citi Bike, and we can offer a limited number of free helmets. In order to reserve a bike and helmet, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
There will be a free Bike Valet provided by Transportation Alternatives so you can safely park your bikes and enjoy the festivities with ease of mind. Citi Bikes will not be included in this valet service, so if you take a Citi Bike to the festival, please find the nearest docking station to park, or ask a RIPA staff member where to dock. You can find the four Citi Bike docks on our interactive map!
After the festival, enjoy some time exploring the park’s 9+ miles of cyclist and pedestrian pathways!
Location: Thomas Jefferson Park
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation, or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

2026 Jesse Owens Track & Field Youth Program at Boo Bash!
2026-10-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Hilltop Picnic Area, 11 Wards Meadow Loop, New York, NY, 10035, United States
Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance and City Parks Foundation for the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly 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.
This week’s event will take place before our annual Boo Bash event at Randall’s Island Park!
Registration is required on LeagueApps with City Parks Foundation.
Location: Hilltop Picnic Area/Urban Farm
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
