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].
Taste of the Farm
August 16 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Join us for our first ever, “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. Bring the whole family and enjoy interactive farm activities, global tastings and fun, including:
- Chef-led Tastings Featuring Culturally Important Farm Grown Ingredients
- Lawn Games & Arts and Crafts
- Ice Cream Making & Tomato Tasting
- Pickling & Flower Arranging
Get your passport stamped while traveling the world of food, sampling dishes inspired by the 200+ varieties of fruits, vegetables, and herbs grown on the farm. Dishes shared at the event will be inspired by regions of the world including Central America, Korea, the Mediterranean, South Asia, and more!
Expected chefs in attendance include:
Chef Gila
Location: Urban Farm
Our Edible Education programs are supported by the Rose M. Badgeley Residuary Charitable Trust, the Chipotle Cultivate Foundation, the New York City Manhattan Borough President’s Office, and the Cowles Charitable Trust.
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
