Randall's Island

Big Truck Day Volunteers
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:30 UTC | Asphalt Pad
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 forward. Visit each truck and learn from the operators themselves about how they use their truck every day. You might have the chance to sit in the front seat and pose for a photo!
We will have trucks from the FDNY, TBTA, DEP, DSNY, NYC Parks, RIPA, NYPD, as well as K9 units and horses from the Parks Mounted units!
Volunteers will assist with festival activities, welcome table, line monitoring, give aways, set up and break down. We will need a few volunteers to work slightly different shifts:

2 volunteers from 10 AM to 1:30 PM to assist setting up the event
8 volunteers to assist at the event from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM
2 Urban Farm experienced volunteers to help keep the farm open hours while Grow NYC hosts a seedling giveaway outside the gates

Registration required here.
Location: Asphalt Pad behind Icahn Stadium
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation, or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Big Truck Day
2026-05-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Asphalt Pad
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 forward. Visit each truck and learn from the operators themselves about how they use their truck every day. You might have the chance to sit in the front seat and pose for a photo!
We will have trucks from the FDNY, TBTA, DEP, DSNY, NYC Parks, RIPA, NYPD, as well as K9 units and horses from the Parks Mounted units!
Location: Asphalt Pad – Next to Icahn Stadium
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

PSAL Brooklyn Borough Championship
2026-05-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Icahn Stadium
The top PSAL student athletes from Brooklyn compete for the Public Schools Athletic League Brooklyn Borough Championship!

The Gotham Games
2026-05-18 15:30 - 18:30 | Icahn Stadium
Some of New York’s top youth talent will be on display at The Gotham Games at Icahn Stadium!

NYSAISAA Championship
2026-05-20 13:00 - 19:00 | Icahn Stadium
The New York State Association of Independent Schools Athletic Association Championship will take place in Icahn Stadium on May 20th!

PSAL Multi-events City Championship
2026-05-21 16:30 - 20:30 | Icahn Stadium
Competing in hurdles, shot put, high jump, and more the Public School Athletic League’s top multi-event student athletes compete for the Multi-event Championship!

CHSAA Intersectional Championship
2026-05-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Icahn Stadium
The CHSAA season comes to a close as New York’s top Catholic high schools battle for the Catholic High School Athletic Association Intersectional Championship!

PSAL City Championship
2026-05-24 08:30 - 16:30 | Icahn Stadium
New York City public high schools from all five boroughs clash for the Public Schools Athletic League City Championship at Icahn Stadium to conclude the Outdoor Season!

CANCELLED Food Demos on the Urban Farm
2026-05-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Urban Farm
This event has been cancelled. An additional date has been added during our Waterfront Festival on Saturday, July 18.

World Fish Migration Day
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Water’s Edge Garden
Join Randall’s Island Park Alliance to seine for fish in the Harlem River in celebration of World Fish Migration Day, part of the Columbia Climate School Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory’s Lower Hudson & Harbor Fish Count! Grab a pair of waders and help us as we drag a 30-foot-long seining net along the shore of the Harlem River and discover the amazing biodiversity found in our waterways. Learn about the many different species of fish found in the river and help us in the fish monitoring process by counting and measuring fish we capture in the net. All fish will then be released back into the river. All equipment is provided, wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet! You must be 12 years or older to seine, but all are welcome to come and observe!
Location: Rock Dock along Water’s Edge Garden
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

USATF New York Association Championship Junior Olympics Qualifier
2026-05-30 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-31 09:00 - 17:00 | Icahn Stadium
Icahn Stadium hosts the USATF New York Association Championship Junior Olympics Qualifier as New York’s top youth talent compete in their quest to the National Championship!

Global Running Day
2026-06-03 | Icahn Stadium
Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages everyone to get moving. It doesn’t matter how fast you run or how far you go. The important thing is that you get out, have fun being active, and inspire others to join you!
Visit globalrunningday.org to explore ways to celebrate on Randall’s Island Park!

Pride Night on the Farm Volunteers
2026-06-06 15:30 - 20:30 | Urban Farm
Volunteers will assist at the welcome table, coasters crafts, and help Horticulture’s bouquet making station!
Celebrate pride at Randall’s Island Park with free cocktails on our Urban Farm! Sip on a farm-fresh cocktail (21+) or complimentary mocktails, while enjoying plant-based bites, crafts, and dazzling drag performances. This program celebrates and uplifts our LGBTQIA+ community members and partners. Members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies are welcome. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by an adult. IDs required. Stick around for Movie Night on Field 62 starting at 9!
Registration required here.
Location: Urban Farm
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information,
please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Pride Night on the Farm
2026-06-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Urban Farm
Celebrate pride at Randall’s Island Park with free cocktails on our Urban Farm!
Sip on a farm-fresh cocktail (21+) or complimentary mocktails, while enjoying plant-based bites, crafts, and dazzling drag performances.
This program celebrates and uplifts our LGBTQIA+ community members and partners. Members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies are welcome. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by an adult. IDs required.
Schedule:

5 PM: Doors open
6:30 PM: Drag Performance
7:45 PM: Raffle
8:00 PM: Program concludes – stick around for Movie Night on Field 62 starting at 9!

Location: Urban Farm
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

POSTPONED Movie Night: Bend It Like Beckham
2026-06-06 20:00 - 23:00 | Fields 62/63
Movie Night has been postponed due to inclement weather.

Community Track Night
2026-06-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Icahn Stadium
Walk, run, or jog in this “icahnic” stadium at our free Community Track Night! Join us on the Icahn Stadium track, home to past Olympic Trials, records set by Jesse Owens, Meseret Defar, and Usain Bolt, and this year’s site for the USA Track and Field Championships! This is an exciting opportunity to run on one of the USA’s few Class 1 certified World Athletics track with a Mondo Super X Performance surface.
Follow your own training plan or join Harlem Run for a workout from 6:30 – 7:30 PM. Runners of all abilities are welcome and encouraged to attend (must be 18 or older to participate).
Location: Icahn Stadium
Runners of all abilities are welcome (must be 18 or older to participate).

Salt Marsh Saturday
2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00
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 pathway gates on the boardwalk will be open and members of RIPA’s Natural Areas Team will be on site to answer questions, share interesting facts and show off some of the unique species of plants and animals that call this amazing and dynamic ecosystem home!
Location: Little Hell Gate Salt Marsh
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Fireworks & Fun
2026-06-25 18:00 - 21:00 | White Garden
Kick off the summer season at Randall’s Island Park with an evening of fireworks and fun! Celebrate the spirit of the World Cup with a special youth soccer clinic while also enjoying live music, dancing, games, and family-friendly activities ahead of the Astoria Park fireworks display at dusk (fireworks courtesy of Central Astoria, LDC). Relax afterward with a front-row seat for the fireworks!
Program Schedule:

Live Music from Hiro Band from 6 – 7 PM
Youth Soccer Clinic with South Bronx United from 6 – 7 PM
Japanese Folk Dance Institute Performance from 7 – 7:30 PM
Bomba Dance Class from Sweet Water Dance & Yoga from 7:30 – 8:30 PM

Location: White Garden
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Fireworks and Fun - Urban Farm Open Hours
2026-06-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Urban Farm
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 (6:00PM-9:00PM)! There will also be activities at the East River Picnic Area from 6:30 PM until the fireworks show.
Join us for self-guided exploration, discover a variety of fruits and vegetables, an active composting system, and a Tot Lot designed for our youngest friends before the Astoria Park fireworks display at dusk (fireworks courtesy of Central Astoria, LDC). Relax afterward with a front row seat for the fireworks.
The fireworks will begin around 9 PM and can be seen clearly from our East River Picnic Area, with additional visibility from the Urban Farm.
Location: Urban Farm & East River Picnic Area (for fireworks viewing)
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Pollinator Palooza
2026-06-27 12:00 - 15:00 | Urban Farm
Celebrate Pollinator Week at the Randall’s Island Park Alliance’s Pollinator Palooza!
Buzz over to the Urban Farm for a colorful afternoon of pollinator-themed afternoon of activities, games, crafts, and garden tours. Learn from our expert Horticulturalists about the work they do to plant and maintain the park’s gardens, and stroll through the Urban Farm on a self-guided tour of what’s growing. We will be joined by Boogie Down Bronx Honey, The Bee Conservancy, and Drag Story Hour.
Schedule:
1:00 – 1:45 PM: Bee Conservancy walk
2:00 – 3:00 PM: Bilingual Drag Story Hour
Location: Urban Farm
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Catch & Release: Fishing Series (Morning Event)
2026-07-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Living Shoreline
Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance for a morning of fishing along our peaceful shoreline!
Whether you’re brand new to fishing or looking to brush up on your skills, this hands-on event will introduce the basics while exploring the ecology of the NY/NJ Harbor Estuary. Learn about local fish species, urban waterways, and how our harbor supports diverse wildlife—all while enjoying time by the water. All supplies are provided.
Please register with the Recreational Marine Fishing Registry prior to the event; we are also available to help register people on site.
Registration is required here; opens June 30 at 4 PM
Location: Living Shoreline/Ferry Dock
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Dance in the Park: Salsa
2026-07-11 11:00 - 11:45 | East River Picnic Area
Grab your water bottle and comfortable clothes and head to Randall’s Island for Salsa in the Park! Surrounded by scenic views, and uplifting music, participants will learn vibrant new steps while building confidence with familiar moves. With guidance from an engaging instructor from Sweet Water Dance & Yoga, this class welcomes both beginners and seasoned dancers. Come early for our 10 AM yoga class to stretch and start your day grounded!
Location: East River Picnic Area
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

CANCELLED Storytime Stretches at Urban Farm Open Hours
2026-07-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Urban Farm
UDPATE: This event has been cancelled.

CANCELLED Bike Ride to Waterfront Festival
2026-07-18 11:30 - 13:00 | María Sola Community Greenspace, 128 Lincoln Ave, Bronx, New York, 10454
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

Gotham FC vs Seattle Reign FC
2026-07-18 12:00 - 14:30 | Icahn Stadium
Come to Icahn Stadium to see Gotham FC, one of the world’s premiere women’s soccer clubs, take on Seattle Reign FC in a NWSL matchup!

CANCELLED Waterfront Festival
2026-07-18 12:00 - 15:00 | East River Picnic Area

2026 Toyota USATF Outdoor and Para National Championship
2026-07-23 - 2026-07-26 | Icahn Stadium
The 2026 Toyota USATF Outdoor and Para National Championships will come to New York City for the first time in the event’s history, USA Track & Field announced today. The event, held in collaboration with USATF-New York, Randall’s Island Park Alliance, Central Park Track Club and New York Road Runners will be held July 23-26 at Icahn Stadium at Randall’s Island Park.
Click here to purchase tickets!
Group sales are also available. Fans purchasing more than 10 tickets will receive a 10% discount on all non-VIP ticket packages. Those interested in group sales should contact organizers at GroupSales@2026NYC.org or call 678-701-6114.
All other ticketing inquiries can be directed to tickets@2026NYC.org.
Location: Icahn Stadium

CANCELLED Cooking on the Farm
2026-07-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Urban Farm
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled.
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 ingredients, and enjoy a small plate of the finished dish. Guests will leave with new knowledge of how to use seasonal produce to cook a healthy and delicious meal.
Registration is required. The link will open 2 weeks before the workshop.
Location: Urban Farm
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.

Cocktails on the Farm
2026-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Urban Farm
Enjoy a relaxed evening at Randall’s Island Park with Cocktails on our Urban Farm!
Sip on farm-fresh cocktails (21+) or complimentary mocktails, while enjoying plant-based bites, crafts, and activities. Plus, bring your clothing and textiles that need repair for a hands-on mending workshop with Repair Cafe El Barrio!
Afterwards, join us for Movie Night! Bring a blanket and settle in under the stars for an outdoor movie night in the Park. Enjoy sweeping views of the Hell Gate Bridge and the city skyline while watching Zootopia 2, the perfect pick for a fun summer evening!
Location: Urban Farm
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
