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].

Therapy Dogs on the Farm

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, join Randall’s Island and the Good Dog Foundation for a morning with BRUNO and Massimo, two trained therapy dogs! Come by and spend some time with our furry friends who are experts in helping us calm down and feel a little happier. This program is accessible to all […]

Herbal Medicine Workshop: Roots and Remedies

Join us for a journey into the world of herbal medicine amidst the vibrant setting of our Urban Farm at Randall's Island Park!  Led by seasoned herbalist Jess Turner from Olamina Botanicals, this hands-on workshop will guide you through plant identification, the history of botanical medicine, harvesting techniques, and a variety of herbal remedies. Don't […]

Bird Bonanza

Fly over to Randall’s Island Park to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at our annual Bird Bonanza! Enjoy a day dedicated to our feathered friends with engaging activities, a bird tour, and a bird-themed puppet show and storytime. Learn about local birds with a special focus on those that are currently migrating through NYC. Whether […]

WonderSpark Puppet Show: The Little Red Hen & Puppet-Making Workshop

Join RIPA and WonderSpark Puppets for a puppet show and workshop at the urban farm during Bird Bonanza! Help us figure out "Who Will Help Me Make the Bread?" The classic story of a Hen who needs YOUR help to make some bread! The Little Red Hen is an interactive play that gets kids moving […]

2025 USATF New York Youth Challenge Series

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US Track & Field New York returns its Youth Challenge Series to Randall's Island Park and Icahn Stadium! Learn more about USTF New York from their website and come and cheer the next generation of track & field stars! Location: Icahn Stadium

Big Truck Day!

Strap on your seatbelt and head over to Randall’s Island Park for our free, annual Big Truck Day celebration! Get a close-up view of the large vehicles that keep New York City clean and safe.  Learn how garbage truck drivers, police officers, farmers, and other big truck operators use these vehicles to drive our city […]

Public School Athletic League City Championship

Icahn Stadium hosts this year's Public School Athletic League City Championship after a spring season of intense competition by student-athletes all over the Greater NYC Area! Check out their website for more information! Location: Icahn Stadium

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 bins and learn how you can make your own at home. How many hearts do earth worms have? Stop by to find out!  We’ll have […]

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 Black community. Join renowned local birders for a guided walk through the park and learn about the birds that make their home on the Island. […]

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 in the Harlem River and assist in counting and ID’ing fish and other aquatic organisms. Engage with our knowledgeable staff and learn more about these […]

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 our annual Gala. Held at the beautiful Urban Farm at Randall’s Island Park, this year’s Gala will take place on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at […]