2026 Jesse Owens Track & Field Youth Program - Spring
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | 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.

Yoga in the Park
2026-05-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-26 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-02 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-30 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-14 18:30 - 19:30 and 6 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.

CANCELLED Yoga in the Park
2026-06-23 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-07 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-28 18:30 - 19:30 | East River Picnic Area – Yoga Location
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

Dance in the Park: Salsa
2026-07-11 11:00 - 11:45 | East River Picnic Area
Grab your water bottle and comfortable clothes and head to Randall’s Island for Salsa in the Park! Surrounded by scenic views, and uplifting music, participants will learn vibrant new steps while building confidence with familiar moves. With guidance from an engaging instructor from Sweet Water Dance & Yoga, this class welcomes both beginners and seasoned dancers. Come early for our 10 AM yoga class to stretch and start your day grounded!
Location: East River Picnic Area
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

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

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.
