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 publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
Week of Events
Volunteer Enrichment: Controlling Emerging Invasives through Education and Eradication (RESCHEDULED to MARCH 1)
Our Natural Areas Manager, Doug Kenney, will present an informative workshop on four invasive species RIPA is targeting for removal as part of a DEC-awarded grant, followed by a hands-on activity removing one of the species (Italian Arum) in the Water’s Edge Garden/Forest Pathway area. We will gather in Icahn Stadium for the presentation, enjoy […]
Winter Composting hosted by Big Reuse
Winter Composting hosted by Big Reuse
Join the NYC Compost Project hosted by Big Reuse as we manage the 3-bin compost system at Randall's Island Urban Farm! We will be processing food scraps, yard waste, turning piles, and sifting finished compost. Your volunteer work with us helps divert food scraps and organic waste away from landfills, which decreases greenhouse gas emissions […]
- No events scheduled for February 23, 2025.
- No events scheduled for February 24, 2025.
- No events scheduled for February 25, 2025.
- No events scheduled for February 26, 2025.
- No events scheduled for February 27, 2025.
- No events scheduled for February 28, 2025.
Volunteer Enrichment: Controlling Emerging Invasives through Education and Eradication (RESCHEDULED to MARCH 1)
Our Natural Areas Manager, Doug Kenney, will present an informative workshop on four invasive species RIPA is targeting for removal as part of a DEC-awarded grant, followed by a hands-on activity removing one of the species (Italian Arum) in the Water’s Edge Garden/Forest Pathway area. We will gather in Icahn Stadium for the presentation, enjoy […]
Winter Composting hosted by Big Reuse
Join the NYC Compost Project hosted by Big Reuse as we manage the 3-bin compost system at Randall's Island Urban Farm! We will be processing food scraps, yard waste, turning piles, and sifting finished compost. Your volunteer work with us helps divert food scraps and organic waste away from landfills, which decreases greenhouse gas emissions […]