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 Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island returns this August! Kids will chase fast times on a state-of-the-art 400-meter Mondo track and test their speed across a full lineup of events. Whether they're competing, trying something new, or racing with friends, this is their moment to shine. Registration is FREE […]
NYRR Summer Speed Series #1: Get ready for the 2026 NYRR Summer Speed Series at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island!
Drop in to explore the Little Hell Gate Salt Marsh during Salt Marsh Saturdays! The salt marsh is one of our most beloved natural areas, and is a vital ecosystem that protects nearby areas from flooding and erosion and creates habitats for many different species of animals. From 9 AM – 12 PM, the marsh […]
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 […]
The Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island returns this August at Icahn Stadium!
NYRR Summer Speed Series #2: Get ready for the 2026 NYRR Summer Speed Series at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island!
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, […]
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at Randall’s Island Park’s free outdoor yoga series with a local instructor!
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: […]
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 […]
Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance for an afternoon of fishing along our peaceful shoreline!
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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