Throughout the year, RIPA hosts over 300 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].
The Urban Farm hosts free food demonstrations to teach the community-at-large how to cook with the seasonal produce they can see growing on the farm. We have 200+ varieties of produce, including many varieties that are culturally relevant to our local communities. In food demonstrations, visitors sample produce, take home recipe cards, and ask the […]
UDPATE: This event has been cancelled.
Ride to the Waterfront 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!
Come to Icahn Stadium to see Gotham FC, one of the world’s premiere women’s soccer clubs, take on Seattle Reign FC in a NWSL matchup!
Celebrate the height of summer at the annual, free Randall’s Island Waterfront Festival at Randall's Island Park!
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work with the Natural Areas team twice a month to take care of and restore our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens, green streets and meadows, […]
The 2026 Toyota USATF Outdoor and Para National Championships will come to New York City and will be hosted at Icahn Stadium.
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at Randall’s Island Park’s free outdoor yoga series with a local instructor!
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 […]
Have you ever explored the Harlem River? Randall’s Island Park Alliance will host a free seining program on City of Water Day! Grab a pair of waders and help drag a seining net along the shore of the Harlem River to discover the amazing biodiversity in our waterways. Learn how to identify fish, crabs, and […]
Experience the flavors of Randall's Island Park Alliance’s Urban Farm through this free, interactive cooking demonstration! Join an experienced chef in the Urban Farm Kitchen for an afternoon of farm-to-table fun. After learning about the cultural significance of the recipe and its freshly harvested ingredients, participants will work together to chop, crush, and stir fresh […]
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! Our farmers have a lot of farm chores and composting to do weekly and you can help us take care of this important urban educational agricultural resource. […]
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