Events
Randall’s Island Park has a rich history of hosting cultural events and continues to do so today. Throughout the year, RIPA provides numerous free drop-in programs such as walking tours, movie nights, waterfront activities and our annual Cherry Blossom and Harvest Festivals. In addition, large special events, produced by independent organizations other than the City and RIPA, offer visitors a great variety of exciting options – continuing the Island’s strong tradition as a central entertainment venue for New York City.
RIPA hosts over 100 free public events each year. These family-friendly drop-in events play an integral role in helping Park visitors explore the Island’s varied points of interest. For additional information contact our Public Programs team at publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
Upcoming Events
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Natural Areas Exploration Day – World Science Festival’s Great Fish Count
Join our experienced RIPA staff for the World Science Festival’s Great Fish Count! Educators and biologists will be on hand as participants strap on waders and go out into the Harlem River to cast nets in search of the underwater life right here in NYC. We will be learning about the diversity of life in the river and what is needed to survive and thrive in the waters that surround the Island! This is a free event for ages +6.…
Find out more »Historical Tour – Southern Island
Randall's Island has a rich and unique history. Learn about the influential people, bridges, and landscape changes that have shaped the Island into the beautiful Park it is today! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Wildflower Meadow Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, plants, wildlife and trees that can be found in the Wildflower Meadow! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Small Worlds Walk: Invertebrates
Explore the vibrant though often overlooked world of invertebrates on Randall's Island. On this guided nature walk, you'll learn about the many butterflies, bees, snails, shellfish, and other invertebrates that use the islands shoreline, gardens, and natural areas as habitat. All ages. Location: Base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Water’s Edge Garden Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, wildlife, plants and trees that can be found in the Water's Edge Garden! This is a free event. Location: Tour meets at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge Special Note: Tours held on April 28 and June 30 will be geared towards children and include nature activities and art!
Find out more »Water’s Edge Garden Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, wildlife, plants and trees that can be found in the Water's Edge Garden! This is a free event. Location: Tour meets at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge Special Note: Tours held on April 28 and June 30 will be geared towards children and include nature activities and art!
Find out more »City of Water Day
Get out on our waterfront with the annual City of Water Day in Your Neighborhood. This free family event celebrates the incredible transformation and potential of our waterfront. Join naturalists and educators for a fun-filled day with crafts, learning, and live organisms from the waters around Randall's Island and East Harlem. Location: Base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Wildflower Meadow Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, plants, wildlife and trees that can be found in the Wildflower Meadow! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Water’s Edge Garden Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, wildlife, plants and trees that can be found in the Water's Edge Garden! This is a free event. Location: Tour meets at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge Special Note: Tours held on April 28 and June 30 will be geared towards children and include nature activities and art!
Find out more »Great Hudson River Fish Count
Join Naturalists along our waterfront as we strap on waders and pull nets to look for fish and other creatures that call the waters around Randall's Island home. Participants over 13 years old will be allowed to join us in pulling the net, and everyone will get a chance to observe and learn about these fantastic creatures. Location: North of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Wildflower Meadow Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, plants, wildlife and trees that can be found in the Wildflower Meadow! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Historical Tour – Southern Island
Randall's Island has a rich and unique history. Learn about the influential people, bridges, and landscape changes that have shaped the Island into the beautiful Park it is today! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Water’s Edge Garden Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, wildlife, plants and trees that can be found in the Water's Edge Garden! This is a free event. Location: Tour meets at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge Special Note: Tours held on April 28 and June 30 will be geared towards children and include nature activities and art!
Find out more »Wildflower Meadow Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, plants, wildlife and trees that can be found in the Wildflower Meadow! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Water’s Edge Garden Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, wildlife, plants and trees that can be found in the Water's Edge Garden! This is a free event. Location: Tour meets at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge Special Note: Tours held on April 28 and June 30 will be geared towards children and include nature activities and art!
Find out more »Wildflower Meadow Tour
Join an experienced RIPA horticulturist for a tour of one of the Island's stunning gardens. Learn about the flowers, plants, wildlife and trees that can be found in the Wildflower Meadow! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Historical Tour – Southern Island
Randall's Island has a rich and unique history. Learn about the influential people, bridges, and landscape changes that have shaped the Island into the beautiful Park it is today! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Foliage Tour
Learn more about the colorful changes happening on the Island in the fall on this guided foliage tour! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Foliage Tour
Learn more about the colorful changes happening on the Island in the fall on this guided foliage tour! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
Find out more »Foliage Tour
Learn more about the colorful changes happening on the Island in the fall on this guided foliage tour! Location: Meet at the base of the 103rd Street Footbridge
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