Randall’s Island Events

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].

Taste of the Farm

Join us for our second annual Taste of the Farm, a family-friendly day of activities and food celebrating the height of the growing season at Randall's Island Park Alliance's Urban Farm!

Natural Dyeing Workshop

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create beautiful, eco-friendly dyes using natural materials from our gardens!

Bike Ride to Harvest Festival

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!  

Harvest Festival

Step into autumn at the free Randall’s Island Harvest Festival at Randall's Island Park and celebrate the changing of the leaves!

Halloween Boo Bash

Celebrate Halloween park-style at the Randall's Island Park Alliance's free, family-friendly Halloween Boo Bash! Come in costume and celebrate Halloween with themed activities, crafts, music, treats, and more!

Wild Oyster Survey

The Randall’s Island Park Alliance is partnering with the Billion Oyster Project to conduct a wild oyster survey in the Little Hell Gate Salt Marsh!

Fire Cider Workshop

Learn how to make fire cider with herbs and produce grown on the Urban Farm!

Winter Wreath Workshop

Celebrate the season with a cozy, hands-on wreath making workshop! Guided by our staff, you’ll create your own one-of-a-kind wreath using seasonal greenery, dried flowers, and natural materials foraged from […]