Randall’s Island Events

Throughout the year, RIPA hosts over 200 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].

Wormy Wednesday

UPDATE: Wormy Wednesday has been postponed to 5/28 due to weather. Learn about vermicomposting with the Randall’s Island Park Alliance! Come after school to meet the worms from our compost […]

Black Birders Week Celebration: Birds & Bites

Celebrate #BlackBirdersWeek at Randall’s Island Park with a day of bird-themed fun and activities! #BlackBirdersWeek is an initiative by Black AF in Stem which uplifts birders and scientists within the […]

World Oceans Day

Join RIPA’s Natural Areas team for a fun-filled and educational afternoon exploring the unique organisms that call the greater NYC Harbor Estuary home. Drop-in to observe the team conduct seining […]

2025 Randall’s Island Park Alliance Gala

Join Us to Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Icahn Stadium! In 2025, we proudly celebrate the 20th anniversary of Icahn Stadium, one of New York City’s premier sports venues, at […]

Community Track Night

Walk, run, or jog in this “icahnic” stadium at our free community track night! Join us on the track at Icahn Stadium—a track that has hosted the Olympic Trials and […]

Park After Dark: Pride Cocktails on the Farm

Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance for a full night of fun celebrating PRIDE at the Urban Farm! We are excited to build off our annual programming to bring you […]

Pollinator Palooza

It's pollination season, and we're excited to celebrate with you at Randall’s Island Park with a colorful day of activities! We’re hosting a pollinator-themed afternoon of art, games, and exploration. […]

Special Urban Farm Open Hours

Kick off the summer season at Randall’s Island Park with an evening of fireworks and fun with special evening Open Hours at our Urban Farm! Join us for self-guided exploration, […]

Fireworks & Fun

Kick off the summer season at Randall’s Island Park with an evening of fireworks and fun! Enjoy an evening of music from the Hiro Band, games, and Caribbean dance with […]

Yoga in the Park

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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 […]

Dance in the Park!

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Are you looking for a free, outdoor dance series this summer? Grab your water bottle and comfortable clothes and head to Randall’s Island for Bachata and Salsa in the Park! […]