Wild Oyster Survey
Wild oysters are a key indicator of ecosystem health in the New York Harbor. Randall’s Island Park Alliance is partnering with the Billion Oyster Project to conduct a wild oyster […]
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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].
Events
Fall Cleanup
Join the Randall's Island Park Alliance and our Natural Areas Team for one last push to cleanup the park while the weather is still agreeable. Volunteers will not only help […]
Winter Wreath Workshop
Celebrate the season with a cozy, hands-on wreath making workshop! Guided by our Horticulture team, you’ll create your own one-of-a-kind wreath using seasonal greenery, dried flowers, and natural materials foraged […]
The 126th Annual Christmas Bird Count
Join the NYC Bird Alliance at Randall's Island Park for this popular and accessible community science tradition, conducted across North America every year since 1900. The long-term data collected by Audubon Christmas […]
Seed Packaging
Volunteers will package thousands of seeds to give away next season! Each growing season, the Urban Farm gives away hundreds of seed packets at its welcome table during weekend Open […]
Wake Up the Farm Day
Let’s celebrate a new season and welcome back our farm volunteers! At this special event, volunteers will help us clear the straw-covered garden beds to prepare for planting. Volunteers will […]
Team RIVER Volunteers
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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 […]
Urban Farm Volunteers
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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 […]
Let’s Go Birding Together (LGBT)
Join an experienced guide from NYC Bird Alliance for a free spring birding tour at Randall’s Island Park!
CHSAA Season Opener
The 2026 Track & Field season at Icahn Stadium begins with the New York State Catholic High School Athletic Association Season Opener! Visit their website for more information.
Metropolitan Championship (Outdoor)
Icahn Stadium hosts the 2026 Metropolitan Championships (Outdoor) featuring some of the region's best collegiate athletes in what will shape up to be an electric meet!
PSAL Season Opener
The Public Schools Athletic League begins their Outdoor season here at Icahn Stadium on April 4th! Visit their website for more information.