What's on this weekend
Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25. Events from the New York City Wave calendar, and the trivia, music and happy hours that run every week at places we have checked.
Friday, October 23
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6am to 5pm97 Street GreenmarketWEST 97 STREET between COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, WEST 97 STREET between COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 3pmHarvest Home Jacobi Hospital MarketPELHAM PARKWAY SOUTH between WILSON AVENUE and EASTCHESTER ROAD, Bronx, Pelham Parkway
A farmers market on a city permit, PELHAM PARKWAY SOUTH between WILSON AVENUE and EASTCHESTER ROAD. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 3pmHarvest Home Harlem Hospital MarketLENOX AVENUE between WEST 136 STREET and WEST 137 STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, LENOX AVENUE between WEST 136 STREET and WEST 137 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 3pmHarvest Home Metropolitan MarketSECOND AVENUE between EAST 97 STREET and EAST 99 STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, SECOND AVENUE between EAST 97 STREET and EAST 99 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 5pmCorona GreenmarketROOSEVELT AVENUE between 103 STREET and 104 STREET, Queens
A farmers market on a city permit, ROOSEVELT AVENUE between 103 STREET and 104 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 5pmLincoln Hospital Greenmarket TuesEAST 149 STREET between MORRIS AVENUE and PARK AVENUE, Bronx
A farmers market on a city permit, EAST 149 STREET between MORRIS AVENUE and PARK AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8:30am to 9:30amFreeYogaGaribaldi Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Start your morning off balanced and refreshed with a free yoga class led by local yoga instructors Mariah and Frances in Garibaldi Plaza. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Free.
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9am to 10amCardio SculptAthletic Courts (in Torsney Playground), Sunnyside Yards, Queens
This cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform. Meets at the athletic courts.
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9am to 5pmNew Dendrology at the Arsenal GalleryArsenal (in Central Park), Central Park, Manhattan
New Dendrology is a group exhibition featuring eleven artists whose work contributes to the study of trees, offering new insight and connection between humans and their arboreal neighbors. From communing with streets trees through a reading with The New York City Street Tree Tarot deck by Matthew
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9am to 10amZumba Gold®Dance Room (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), East Midtown, Manhattan
Zumba Gold® offers a low-impact workout set to a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes, creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that challenge both the heart
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9am to 12pmKissena Park Tree and Shrub PlantingKissena Velodrome Parking Lot (in Kissena Park), Kissena Park, Queens
Volunteer with the Stewardship Team to plant trees in the forest of Kissena Park! Trees provide so many benefits to New Yorkers such as improved air and water quality, reduced pollution, and lower energy costs. Volunteers will be trained in proper planting techniques. Come dressed in sturdy boots
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9am to 3pmFarm StandPowell Street Garden, Brownsville, Brooklyn
Come to Powell Street Garden and see what the garden group grew for the community at their farm stand! The farm stand is also hosted on October 3, 9, 10, 16,17, 23, 24, 30, and 31.
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9am to 12pmForest Fridays: Volunteer Forest Restoration at Van Cortlandt ParkVan Cortlandt Classic Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park), Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx
Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for forest restoration along the southern section of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. We remove invasive bush honeysuckle and multiflora rose by hand so native trees, shrubs and wildflowers can come back. Dates include Fridays weekly from October 2nd - October
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10am to 6pmFreeKids In Motion: FaberOutdoors at Faber Park Recreation Center (in Faber Pool and Park), Port Richmond, Staten Island
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more! Kias in Motion is a free, drop-in program without
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10am to 2pmVolunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue WaveConference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative! Pick up a trash grabber and a bucket and help to beautify our park by picking up litter and debris! Stop by the park Visitor's Center at 298 Satterlee Street, corner of Hylan Boulevard,
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10am to 12pmHighland Park Horticulture HelpersJamaica Ave and Linwood St, Highland Park, Brooklyn
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Highland Park Horticulture Helpers this autumn to learn some basic gardening skills! Help us weed, water, cultivate and otherwise tend to various horticultural spaces in the park. Registration is required. All tools will be provided, and no prior
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10am to 10:45amLow Impact Dance FitnessMulti-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval), Norwood, Bronx
This fun, low-impact dance fitness class is designed to make you feel energized! Here, we focus on cardio and full-body movements to give you a well-rounded workout. Come join us!
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10am to 11amRunning GroupDyckman Fields (in Inwood Hill Park), Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
This welcoming, beginner-friendly running group uses walk/run intervals to help you gradually build your endurance and confidence. Each session increases the running time at a comfortable pace, helping you progress step by step toward completing a 5K.
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10am to 11amYoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)Dance Room (in Thomas Jefferson Park), East Harlem, Manhattan
Conéctate, equilibra y desafíate con Yoga en español. Esta clase de Vinyasa Yoga incluye flujos de intensidad media que te llevarán desde el saludo al sol hasta una postura máxima final. Ven y concéntrate en las inversiones y la respiración para ayudarte a mejorar tu práctica personal mientras
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10am to 3pmStreet Renaming Brooklyn Chinatown Day8 AVENUE between 60 STREET and 61 STREET, Brooklyn
A parade on a city permit, 8 AVENUE between 60 STREET and 61 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10am to 6pm161st Street Friday FestivalEAST 161 STREET between GRAND CONCOURSE and WALTON AVENUE, Bronx, Grand Concourse
A street event on a city permit, EAST 161 STREET between GRAND CONCOURSE and WALTON AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10:30am to 11:15amTotal Body FitnessTilden Senior Center, Brownsville, Brooklyn
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
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11am to 12pmYogaBrooklyn Public Library - Sheepshead Bay, Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn
Connect with yourself in Yoga with Nicole, a class to be enjoyed by all. Experience a fun and light-hearted, mid-intensity flow that connects breath to movement as you flow through poses, with modifications for everyone. Class will focus on mobility and stability to ensure you leave feeling
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11am to 12pmFreeArts, Culture & Fun: BE BOLDER - Senior Ballet ProgrammingMulti-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval), Norwood, Bronx
NYC Parks, in partnership with the Misty Copeland Foundation, invites seniors ages 50 years-old and older to enroll in the, BE BOLDER: Ballet Explorations (BE) Ballet Offers Life-long Discovery, Expression, and Reconnection (BOLDER), dance program, a fun ballet class with live music. The program
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11am to 3pmMarymount Manhattan College- Apple Fest 2026EAST 71 STREET between 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE, Manhattan
A street event on a city permit, EAST 71 STREET between 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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12pm to 4pmOld Stone House: Open HoursOld Stone House (in Washington Park), Park Slope, Brooklyn
Come visit the Old Stone House during our public Open Hours! Suggested donation for entry is $3, but no one is turned away for lack of funds. No reservation is necessary for entry. Please note that while our typical hours are Friday-Sunday, 12-4 PM, we host private or ticketed events that may limit
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12pm to 8pmMusic Performances and Fitness Classes and Circus ArtsGreeley Square Plaza, Manhattan
A street event on a city permit, Greeley Square Plaza: Greeley Square (32/33 Broadway) Broadway between W. 32rd Street and W. 33rd Street. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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1pm to 3pmPark Open StudioNorthwest Corner Seating Area (in Washington Square Park), Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Led by a local teaching artist, this drop-in class invites participants to explore creativity through hands-on artmaking under the shade of Scrabble Plaza’s trees. Past mediums have included plein-air drawing, printmaking, cyanotypes, and more. All materials are provided by the Washington Square
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Sol Lain PlaygroundSol Lain Playground (in Sol Lain Plgd), Lower East Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Columbus ParkColumbus Park, Chinatown, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 10pmFreeKids in Motion: Samuel Seabury PlaygroundSamuel Seabury Playground, Upper East Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids In Motion: Cherry Tree ParkCherry Tree Park Playground (in Cherry Tree Park), East Harlem, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Tompkins Square ParkAvenue A and St. Marks Place (in Tompkins Square Park), East Village, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Anne Loftus PlaygroundAnne Loftus Playground (in Fort Tryon Park), Washington Heights, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Seward ParkEntrance - East Broadway & Essex St (in Seward Park), Lower East Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids In Motion: Bloomingdale PlaygroundPlay Area (in Bloomingdale Playground), Upper West Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 3pmFreeJuggling in Greeley Square ParkGreeley Square Park, Midtown South, Manhattan
Learn to juggle for free, or just enjoy the show! Join our juggling expert every weekday from 2pm-3pm in Greeley Square Park, from May through the end of October. All skill levels welcome, and equipment is provided. Free.
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3pm to 7pmGreenbelt’s Haunted TrailLower Parking Lot (in Blood Root Valley), Todt Hill, Staten Island
Join NYC Parks and Staten Island Recreation for Greenbelt’s Haunted Trail, a fun-filled Halloween celebration for the whole family! Enjoy a pumpkin patch and pumpkin painting, arts and crafts, games, festive activities, and plenty of Halloween fun. And for those feeling brave, take a walk through
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3pm to 5pmFreePumpkin Painting & Fall FestivitiesFantasy Garden, Brownsville, Brooklyn
Fantasy Garden welcomes all for an afternoon of free fall festivities in this beloved green space. There will be a limited number of Pumpkins available for painting and additional harvest-themed crafts, like DIY Scarecrows. Come enjoy the garden, connect with neighbors, and learn more about getting
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3pm to 6pmKAFSC 29th Annual Silent March3705 Union Street, Queens
A parade on a city permit, 3705 Union Street. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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5pm to 7pmPlanning an Event in Your GardenSparrow's Nest Community Garden, Corona, Queens
Participants will learn: • How to identify the best type of event for their garden and community • How to create a realistic event plan from start to finish • Event planning basics, including timelines, logistics, and volunteer coordination • Ways to make events accessible and welcoming • Outreach
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5:30pm to 6:15pmShea Butter GroovesFit4Dance NYC, East Flatbush, Brooklyn
This multi-genre dance class in celebration of joy across the African diaspora. We’ll move through the infectious rhythms of the Caribbean, the pulsing energy of Detroit-style house music, the funk and attitude of hip hop, and the feel-good grooves of reggae and R&B. Come ready to sweat, let loose,
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5:30pm to 6:30pmShea Butter GroovesFit4Dance NYC, East Flatbush, Brooklyn
This multi-genre dance class in celebration of joy across the African diaspora. We’ll move through the infectious rhythms of the Caribbean, the pulsing energy of Detroit-style house music, the funk and attitude of hip hop, and the feel-good grooves of reggae and R&B. Come ready to sweat, let loose,
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5:30pm to 6:30pmShea Butter GroovesFit4Dance NYC, East Flatbush, Brooklyn
This multi-genre dance class in celebration of joy across the African diaspora. We’ll move through the infectious rhythms of the Caribbean, the pulsing energy of Detroit-style house music, the funk and attitude of hip hop, and the feel-good grooves of reggae and R&B. Come ready to sweat, let loose,
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6pm to 6:45pmFit & Fun Circuit TrainingGymnasium (in Sorrentino Recreation Center), Far Rockaway, Queens
A fun, low-impact circuit class where participants rotate through timed strength and endurance exercises. Be prepared to will build stamina and stay active each week in an encouraging and energetic atmosphere. Perfect for all fitness levels, this community-based workout keeps you motivated and
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6pm to 7pmRISE UP Circuit TrainingNYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene- East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center, East Harlem, Manhattan
This bodyweight circuit will help you R.I.S.E UP: Reach new heights, inspire, strengthen your inner self, and elevate your fitness. Let’s unlock your ultimate potential.
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6:15pm to 8pmFreeMovies Under the Stars: Hocus Pocus | PGP.S. 207 (in Walter Ward Playground), Howard Beach, Queens
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on
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6:30pm to 10pmCandlelight Ghost ToursMerchant's House Museum, Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Doors slam, floorboards creak, voices call into the dead of night. Venture into “Manhattan’s Most Haunted House” by flickering candlelight to hear chilling – and true – tales of decades of otherworldly activity in the house, the results of years of paranormal investigations – and the latest
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6:45pm to 9pmMovies Under the Stars: Blue BeetleLawn (in J. Hood Wright Park), Washington Heights, Manhattan
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future,
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7pm to 8pmStargazing in the ParkCloisters Lawn (in Fort Tryon Park), Washington Heights, Manhattan
Look up and discover the wonders of the night sky at Stargazing in the Park! Join local astronomer Novaughn Miller for an evening of exploring the stars, planets, and celestial sights above Fort Tryon Park. Learn more about the night sky and enjoy an opportunity to stargaze with an expert in one of
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7pm to 8:30pmFreeMovie Under the Stars: Halloweentown | TV-GLower Parking Lot (in Blood Root Valley), Todt Hill, Staten Island
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. A benevolent witch must save her peaceful home town from an invading dark force.
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7pm to 8:15pmFreeMovie Under the Stars: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)Lawn Area (in Owl's Head Park), Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington
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7:30pm to 9pm2026 Spooky Snug Harbor TourVisitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Snug Harbor, Staten Island
Snug Harbor is one of Staten Island’s most beautiful historic destinations. And, if the legends are true, one of its most haunted… This fall, join us for “Spooky Snug Harbor,” a series of nighttime walking tours aimed at shedding light on Snug Harbor’s darkest history. Guided by local history
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8:15pm to 9:15pmStaten Island Shockwaves Swim TeamWagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, West New Brighton, Staten Island
For returning Swim Team members from the 2025 - 2026 season.
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8:30pm to 10:30pmCANCELLED: Dyckman Marina Movie NightsDyckman Marina (in Inwood Hill Park), Washington Heights, Manhattan
Please note: this event has been cancelled. Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! NYC Parks will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. Movies begin at dusk. Estimated start time is approximately 8:30pm. For more information visit
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9:30pm to 11pmSuper Spooky Candlelight Ghost Tours with Paranormal Investigator Dan SturgesMerchant's House Museum, Greenwich Village, Manhattan
In 2020, the museum closed due to COVID-19, leaving the house empty of staff and visitors. Dan Sturges, who has undertaken paranormal investigations at the Merchant’s House for 15 years, teamed up with neuroscientist Dr. Lee to conduct scientific research using specialized equipment custom-built
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Any timeNYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open CallArsenal (in Central Park), Central Park, Manhattan
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects. Artists are invited to commemorate the holiday season by handcrafting a whimsical wreath using inventive, unexpected objects. To submit your wreath for
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Any timeOngoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta IndustriesH.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York City and across the United States, and to learn about the area's rich terracotta
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Any timeOngoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime CommunityRutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and spotlighting our recreational waterfront and more. Note location: Rutan-Becket House, 6
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Any timeOngoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit! Stop by the Lenape Gallery in the Conference House Park Visitor Center and explore “Voices of 1776: The People and Events Surrounding the Historic Staten Island Peace Conference of the American
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Any timeOngoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta GardenH.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House). NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts that chronicle
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Any timeProximity ExhibitionNewhouse Center for Contemporary Art (Building C) (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Snug Harbor, Staten Island
Featuring work by: Erin Butler, Linda Butti, Mary Campbell, Lisa Dahl, Griselda Healy, Craig Manister, Ann Marie McDonnell, Mike Shane, Gayle Tanaka, Martha Trivizas. Celebrating Snug Harbor’s longstanding studio program, where artists in residence create new work within its historic buildings,
Saturday, October 24
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6am to 6pmDown to Earth Chelsea Farmers MarketWEST 23 STREET between 8 AVENUE and 9 AVENUE, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, WEST 23 STREET between 8 AVENUE and 9 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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6am to 6pm82 Street GreenmarketEAST 82 STREET between 1 AVENUE and YORK AVENUE, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, EAST 82 STREET between 1 AVENUE and YORK AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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6am to 5pmInwood GreenmarketISHAM STREET between SEAMAN AVENUE and COOPER STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, ISHAM STREET between SEAMAN AVENUE and COOPER STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 8:45amFit Club Circuit TrainingBay Terrace Playground Handball, Bayside, Queens
A total-body fitness class that blends cardio, functional training, movement, breathing, and mindset work to help build strength, confidence, resilience, and accountability in a motivating community environment
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8am to 3pmRiseBoro Farmers Markets at Maria Hernandez ParkKNICKERBOCKER AVENUE between STARR STREET and SUYDAM STREET, Brooklyn
A farmers market on a city permit, KNICKERBOCKER AVENUE between STARR STREET and SUYDAM STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 3pmHarvest Home Lenox Avenue MarketLENOX AVENUE between WEST 117 STREET and WEST 118 STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, LENOX AVENUE between WEST 117 STREET and WEST 118 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 6pm57 Street Greenmarket10 AVENUE between WEST 57 STREET and WEST 58 STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, 10 AVENUE between WEST 57 STREET and WEST 58 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 5pm4th Avenue Sunset Park Greenmarket60 STREET between 3 AVENUE and 4 AVENUE, Brooklyn
A farmers market on a city permit, 60 STREET between 3 AVENUE and 4 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8:30am to 9:30amFreeForest FitnessMargaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Washington Heights, Manhattan
Join us for a free, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays! This fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases, stretches and strengthening exercises, notable tree identification, and forest bathing. Led by instructor, Nancy Bruning, BA,
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8:45am to 10amFreeNYRR Open Run: Canarsie ParkCanarsie Park House (in Canarsie Park), Canarsie Park & Pier, Brooklyn
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Canarsie Park serves the neighborhoods of Canarsie and nearby Flatlands, Mill
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: St. Marys ParkSt. Mary's Annual 5K Start, Mott Haven, Bronx
NYRR Open Run brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. St. Mary's Park offers a wonderful respite from the hustle and bustle of urban
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8:45am to 10:30amFreeNYRR Open Run: Inwood Hill ParkSeaman Avenue and Isham Street Entrance (in Inwood Hill Park), Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Evidence of Inwood Hill Park’s formation exists as caves, valleys, and ridges left
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Astoria ParkAstoria Park, Astoria Park, Queens
NYRR Open Run brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Astoria Park is home to the oldest and largest pool in New York City. The park
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Baisley Pond ParkBaisley Pond Park House (in Baisley Pond Park), Baisley Park, Queens
NYRR Open Run brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Baisley Pond Park is located near JFK Airport in Springfield Gardens, Queens on
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Crocheron ParkEntrance to John Golden Park (in John Golden Park),John Golden Parking Lot (in John Golden Park), Bayside, Queens
NYRR Open Run brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Widely known for its history with the Crocheron Family and summer house, Crocheron
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Highland ParkElton Street and Jamaica Avenue (in Highland Park), Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Located in the Cypress Hills section of Brooklyn, Highland Park is close to East
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Shore Road ParkLawn Near 79th Street Entrance (in Shore Park and Parkway), Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Shore Road Park, located in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, is one of our longer Open Run
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Soundview ParkEntrance - Lafayette Avenue and Morrison Avenue (in Soundview Park), Soundview Park, Bronx
NYRR Open Run brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Called the “Gateway to the Bronx River,” 205-acre Soundview Park is located where
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9am to 3pmFarm StandPowell Street Garden, Brownsville, Brooklyn
Come to Powell Street Garden and see what the garden group grew for the community at their farm stand! The farm stand is also hosted on October 3, 9, 10, 16,17, 23, 24, 30, and 31.
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9am to 10amZumbaMidland Beach Splash Plaza (in Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach), New Dorp, Staten Island
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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9am to 10amZumbaGymnasium (Court) (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Flushing Meadows, Queens
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that challenge both the heart and muscles. With fun music and
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9am to 10amVirtual Rise and Shine YogaVirtual/Online Events, Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan
Start your day with a guided meditation and gentle yoga flow. We will sync mindful movement with our breathing through a variety of poses (asanas) that will certainly awaken your mind, body and senses. All levels welcomed. Modifications will be offered. Please register at least one hour prior to
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9am to 9:45amNo Excuses Circuit TrainingDance Room (in St. John's Park), Crown Heights, Brooklyn
A high-energy beginner-friendly workout that combines strength and endurance exercises performed in timed stations with minimal rest. Participants rotate through movements targeting different muscle groups to improve fitness. Our goals are to increase stamina, build strength, and enhance overall
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9am to 3pmEvery Play Counts, Every Player MattersAthletic Field (in Starlight Park), Crotona Park East, Bronx
The field is set, the stands are waiting to be filled with cheers, and the countdown clock has officially begun. This season, boys in the 10 U (8 – 10 yrs.), 12 U (10 – 12 yrs.), 14 U (12 – 14 yrs.), age divisions are invited to join NYC Parks Flag Football league. Join us as we celebrate not just
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9am to 12pmKissena Park Tree and Shrub PlantingKissena Park, Kissena Park, Queens
Volunteer with the Stewardship Team to plant trees in the forest of Kissena Park! Trees provide so many benefits to New Yorkers such as improved air and water quality, reduced pollution, and lower energy costs. Volunteers will be trained in proper planting techniques. Come dressed in sturdy boots
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9am to 12pmIt's My Park at John Jay ParkCherokee Place and E 77th Street (in John Jay Park), Upper East Side, Manhattan
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Muslim Volunteers for New York, Inc. for bulb planting/planting at John Jay Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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9am to 12pmIt's My Park at Westerleigh ParkWesterleigh Park, Westerleigh, Staten Island
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Westerleigh Parks Coalition to help keep Westerleigh Park clean by raking leaves, removing fallen debris or just spruce up around the park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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9am to 11amYouth Sports ClubGymnasium (in Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center), Rego Park, Queens
Join our Youth Sports Club where will we hosting weekly clinics teaching youth how to play a variety of sports. There will be a focus sport each week. So whether you are new to a sport or looking for some extra practice this program is perfect for you.
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9am to 4pmYouth Led Farmers MarketNOSTRAND AVENUE between FLATBUSH AVENUE and GLENWOOD ROAD, Brooklyn, Flatbush
A farmers market on a city permit, NOSTRAND AVENUE between FLATBUSH AVENUE and GLENWOOD ROAD. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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9am to 1pm9th Annual Bronx DA Walk Run Roll to end Domestic ViolenceEAST 161 STREET between GRAND CONCOURSE and WALTON AVENUE, Bronx, Grand Concourse
A race on a city permit, EAST 161 STREET between GRAND CONCOURSE and WALTON AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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9am to 5pmFulton Stall Market/Seaport Farmers MarketSOUTH STREET between FULTON STREET and JOHN STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, SOUTH STREET between FULTON STREET and JOHN STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids In Motion: FaberOutdoors at Faber Park Recreation Center (in Faber Pool and Park), Port Richmond, Staten Island
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more! Kias in Motion is a free, drop-in program without
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10am to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Sol Lain PlaygroundSol Lain Playground (in Sol Lain Plgd), Lower East Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Columbus ParkColumbus Park, Chinatown, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Samuel Seabury PlaygroundSamuel Seabury Playground, Upper East Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids In Motion: Cherry Tree ParkCherry Tree Park Playground (in Cherry Tree Park), East Harlem, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Tompkins Square ParkAvenue A and St. Marks Place (in Tompkins Square Park), East Village, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Anne Loftus PlaygroundAnne Loftus Playground (in Fort Tryon Park), Washington Heights, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids In Motion: Bloomingdale PlaygroundPlay Area (in Bloomingdale Playground), Upper West Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 11amBodyweight Circuit TrainingPier 35 (in East River Waterfront Esplanade), Chinatown, Manhattan
Bodyweight Circuit Training is an energetic yet low impact exercise class that will get your muscles moving! This mix of cardio and body weight strength exercises is a great way to get a full body workout. Whether you're new to exercise or not, the modifications offered in this class make it open
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10am to 11amZumbaGymnasium (in St. John's Park), Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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10am to 10:45amRise&Restore Circuit TrainingDance Room (in Highbridge Park), Highbridge Park, Manhattan
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout. Whether you are a beginner or looking for a challenge; this class for all fitness levels and modifications are always provided. Come engage in exercises that target
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10am to 12pmFreeJesse Owens Track & Field Youth ProgramThomas Jefferson Park, East Harlem, Manhattan
Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance and City Parks Foundation for the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program ! This free weekly program is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active. Activities will focus on running techniques
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10am to 1pmFamily Art Project: Web WeaversWave Hill, Riverdale, Bronx
Where have you spotted spiders recently? In the garden or the house, spiders are helpful creatures. We'll weave webs to create hanging mobiles while learning about our arachnid allies. Registration not required. At 11:30am families can enjoy a storytime program in the Gund Theater, all ages
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10am to 10:45amStrong For Life Circuit TrainingBPL- Macon Library, Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
A welcoming exercise class focused on helping participants feel stronger, more mobile, and more energized in daily life. Class includes low-impact strength and endurance exercises, mobility training, functional fitness and balance work. Modifications will be provided for all levels of fitness.
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10am to 3pmBreast Cancer Awareness Fitness CelebrationMulti-Use Room B (in Marcus Garvey Park), East Harlem, Manhattan
Join us as we promote health and wellness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We will be hosting a variety of fitness classes like Zumba, Zen Meditation, Hula Hoop fitness, Double Dutch, Swing Dance, art class and more! Come dressed in your favorite pink attire.
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10am to 12pmBroadway BeautificationBroadway/Arden Entrance (in Fort Tryon Park), Washington Heights, Manhattan
Join the Fort Tryon Park Conservancy and NYC Parks for cleaning in Fort Tryon Park! Help beautify the park along the Broadway Promenade. Meet at the Broadway Greeting Garden at the Arden Street/Broadway entrance. Wear long pants, sturdy shoes, and get ready to improve the park’s ecology by removing
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10am to 11:30amBirding: Fall MigrationBeach 54th and Almeda Avenue (in Rockaway Community Park), Rockaway, Queens
Join the Urban Park Rangers on an exclusive tour of the closed Edgemere Landfill to bid farewell to birds migrating south for the winter and welcome our winter residents completing their journeys from the north, such as migratory waterfowl and songbirds.
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10am to 3pmVolunteer Workday: Fantasy GardenFantasy Garden, Brownsville, Brooklyn
Join Fantasy Garden , Brooklyn Botanic Garden , and NYC Parks GreenThumb for a hands-on volunteer day cleaning up the garden, rebuilding raised beds (no power tools needed), and planting fall natives! Volunteers will learn basic garden design and planting from seasoned gardeners. We'll provide all
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10am to 11amBollyXMulti-Use Room A (in McCarren Park), Williamsburg, Brooklyn
BollyX is a Bollywood inspired cardio dance fitness class inspired and is driven by the heart-pumping, energetic rhythms of cultural music from all parts of India. The class embodies dynamic choreography and easy-to-follow dance aerobics. Choreography and workout routines have been set so everyone
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10am to 12pmEibs Pond Park Forest RestorationEibs Pond Park, Rosebank, Staten Island
Volunteer with the Stewardship Team to protect the forested areas in Eibs Pond Park! Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health. Come dressed in sturdy boots or shoes, long sleeves, long pants, and clothing that can get
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10am to 3pm2026 Ocean Breeze Fall FestivalOcean Breeze Athletic Complex (in Ocean Breeze Park), Grasmere, Staten Island
Celebrate the Season at Ocean Breeze! Join us for one of Ocean Breeze’s favorite community traditions — the 2026 Ocean Breeze Fall Festival, a festive day bringing families, friends and neighbors together to celebrate everything we love about fall! Ocean Breeze will come alive with family-friendly
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10am to 12pmIt's My Park at Owl's Head ParkOn the hill behind the playground (in Owl's Head Park), Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Owl's Head Park Volunteers to cut back introduced species from the park's forest by the bike path, as well as plant daffodils. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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10am to 11amZumbaQueens Community House Beacon @ PS 149, Jackson Heights, Queens
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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10am to 6pmFreeKids In Motions: Carmansville PlaygroundPlay Area (in Carmansville Playground), Hamilton Heights, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 2pmIt's My Park at Walter Gladwin ParkWalter Gladwin Park, Tremont, Bronx
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Mary Mitchell Family and Youth Center to do a general clean up at Walter Gladwin Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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10am to 1pmIt's My Park at Tompkins Square ParkTompkins Square Park, East Village, Manhattan
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Friends of Tompkins Square Park for planting and a general cleanup at Tompkins Square Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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10am to 11amDance FitnessGeorge Washington Carver High School for the Sciences, Springfield Gardens, Queens
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics. The goal is to improve cardio fitness while having fun and getting a full body workout! This class is taught to music with easy-to-follow steps that will surely get your heart pumping!
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10am to 3pmHarlem Stage Kids DayCONVENT AVENUE between WEST 135 STREET and WEST 133 STREET, Manhattan
A street event on a city permit, CONVENT AVENUE between WEST 135 STREET and WEST 133 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10am to 12pmHalloween Family ParadeDitmars Park, Queens
A parade on a city permit, Ditmars Park: Ditmars Park. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10am to 12pmSusan G. Komen Race For The Cure NYCThomas Paine Park (Foley Square), Manhattan
A parade on a city permit, Thomas Paine Park (Foley Square): Fountain Plaza. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10am to 6pmEthical Society FairWEST 64 STREET between CENTRAL PARK WEST and BROADWAY, Manhattan, Central Park
A street event on a city permit, WEST 64 STREET between CENTRAL PARK WEST and BROADWAY. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10am to 1:30pmFamily Festival71 STREET between 6 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE, Brooklyn
A street event on a city permit, 71 STREET between 6 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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10:15am to 11amR&B Beats DanceQueens Public Library - Cambria Heights, Cambria Heights, Queens
You’re cordially invited to a dance fitness party! This class is an exciting fusion of R&B and Afrobeats paired with high-energy choreography to give you a great workout. Come sweat it out and have fun! This class is open to all levels.
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10:30am to 11:15amLaBlast® FitnessBrooklyn Public Library - New Utrecht, Bath Beach, Brooklyn
This dance fitness program is based on ballroom dances, including those seen on Dancing with the Stars. This workout in disguise blends dance patterns, fitness, and music to create a low impact workout suitable for all levels.
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10:30am to 11:15amBodyweight Burn Circuit TrainingBrooklyn Public Library - Brooklyn Heights (in Cadman Plaza Park), Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
A bodyweight circuit class combining cardio, strength, and core-focused movements for a dynamic full-body workout! This class welcomes all fitness levels.
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10:30am to 11:30amSTRONG Nation®Rock Climbing Wall Room (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Upper West Side, Manhattan
STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move. Every squat, every lunge, every burpee is driven by the music, helping you make it to that last rep, and maybe even
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11am to 3pmPhoenix Community Garden Farm StandPhoenix Community Garden, Ocean Hill, Brooklyn
Phoenix Community Garden's Farm Stand is open for the season, every Saturday rain or shine until mid-November. Each bag contains local farm fresh fruit, salad greens, the best seasonal vegetables, and aromatics and herbs for flavor. There is sliding scale pricing. Cards, tap to pay and EBT are
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11am to 1pmCommunity Work DayWyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), East Flatbush, Brooklyn
Roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty at an upcoming volunteer day! Stop by the Wyckoff Urban Farm on the fourth Saturday of every month from April-October between 11AM-1PM to to volunteer alongside our farm staff to care for our space and participate in special work projects. Learn about
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11am to 12pmCardio PunchBoardwalk at Beach 60th Street (in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk), Rockaway, Queens
Cardio Punch is a total body, non-contact workout fit for all levels. Punch, hook, and kick to motivating, high-energy music that progress into heart-pumping combinations.
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11am to 12pmTotal Body ResetHerbert Von King Park, Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness. Class will meet on the Greene Avenue lawn area.
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11am to 12pmNature Exploration and RestorationSpuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park, Riverdale, Bronx
Join the Urban Park Rangers to walk along the newly opened trails of Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park, recently restored by hundreds of volunteers and stewards. The 6.6 acre park features a trail that leads beneath the Henry Hudson Bridge to a native pond, a watering hole for local wildlife and
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11am to 2pmHigh Line Halloween: Gnome-topia14th Street Passage (in The High Line), West Village, Manhattan
Welcome to Gnome-topia: Step into a magical world where the High Line’s plants are larger than life, and the whole family can channel their inner garden gnome through themed games and activities. Kids can play our Toad-In-The-Hole game or join the Red Hat – Green Hat relay race to win candy prizes.
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11am to 12:30pmTiny Dwellings in the Heritage GardenBowling Green Cottage (in Parade Ground), Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a hands‑on garden workshop. Using natural materials gathered from the landscape, participants will design and build their own miniature fairy houses while exploring the heritage garden’s unique plantings. Rangers will share tips on growing native plants in New York
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11am to 1pmFamily TimeGymnasium (in Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center), Rego Park, Queens
Family Time is an open gymnasium time for members of all ages. This fun opportunity brings families together to participate in some of their favorite recreational activities. So whether it is a sport like basketball or badminton to board games like Chess and Connect 4, there is fun to be had by
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11am to 2pmHarvest Share Block Party 202644 STREET between 6 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE, Brooklyn
A street event on a city permit, 44 STREET between 6 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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11:30am to 12:30pmBodyweight Circuit TrainingDance Room (in Chelsea Recreation Center), Chelsea, Manhattan
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full-body workout. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn proper form or know your way around the gym and looking for a challenge- this class is for you! Come engage in
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11:30am to 2:30pmJuniper Valley Park Fall FestivalMultipurpose Play Area (Hard Top) (in Juniper Valley Park), Middle Village, Queens
Join NYC Parks and Council Member Phil Wong for a day of fun Halloween activities including inflatables, crafts, games, music, pumpkin picking and more. All participants are encouraged to wear your Halloween Costumes!
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11:30am to 12:30pmCANCELED: ZumbaBronxWorks - Betances Community Center, Mott Haven, Bronx
This class is a mix of the Zumba that you love and a little extra! Turn up the fun and tone up your body! Zumba Toning blends dance-party vibes with light resistance training to sculpt and strengthen while you move to the beat. Get ready to shake, sweat, and smile your way to a fitter you!
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12pm to 4pmDocent led tours of the Historic Conference House MuseumConference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
Take a docent led tour of the Conference House Museum also known as the Billiopp House located on Staten Island, New York and overlooking the Raritan Bay. This two-story grand fieldstone house was built by powerful landowner Royal Navy Captain Christopher Billopp About 1680. He wanted a home that
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12pm to 4pmOld Stone House: Open HoursOld Stone House (in Washington Park), Park Slope, Brooklyn
Come visit the Old Stone House during our public Open Hours! Suggested donation for entry is $3, but no one is turned away for lack of funds. No reservation is necessary for entry. Please note that while our typical hours are Friday-Sunday, 12-4 PM, we host private or ticketed events that may limit
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12pm to 3pmFreeHalloween Boo BashWhite Garden (in Randall's Island Park), Randall's Island, Manhattan
Celebrate Halloween park-style at the Randall’s Island Park Alliance’s free, family-friendly Halloween Boo Bash! Come in costume and celebrate Halloween with themed activities, crafts, music, treats, and more! We’ll dance to our favorite music, both spooky-themed and year-round hits, enjoy pastries
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12pm to 3pmRiverside Park Pup Halloween ParadeDinosaur Playground (in Riverside Park), Upper West Side, Manhattan
Dress your pups in their most creative costume and parade through the Park! The Parade meets at Dinosaur Playground and marches north to Ellington in the Park . To compete in the costume contest, check back in September. Rain date Sunday, October 25.
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12pm to 1pmDance FitnessBrooklyn Public Library - Bay Ridge, Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics. The goal is to improve cardio fitness while having fun and getting a full body workout! This class is taught to music with easy-to-follow steps that will surely get your heart pumping!
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12pm to 4pmFreeSpooktacular FiestaLoreto Playground, Morris Park, Bronx
Join NYC Parks and Council Member Shirley Aldebol at Loreto Playground for a spooktacular fiesta! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy a day of games, seasonal crafts, family fun, and more. This event is free and open to the public. Free.
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12pm to 1pmChair YogaBallroom (in John J Carty Park), Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Connect with yourself in Chair Yoga, a class to be enjoyed by all- but designed for those who prefer to be seated. Experience a fun and light-hearted class that provides a seated flow. The goal is to raise your heart rate, challenge all muscle groups and improve balance while remaining seated with
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12pm to 3pmConference House Haunted TrailH.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
Join NYC Parks and Staten Island Recreation at the historic Conference House for a spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun! Enjoy pumpkin decorating, festive arts and crafts, and more before discovering the haunted history of this iconic Staten Island landmark. Then, if you’re feeling brave,
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12pm to 4pmWayanda Park Fall FestivalGrass Field (in Wayanda Park), Queens Village, Queens
Join us for a day of Fall Family Fun at Wayanda Park featuring activities including pumpkin decorating, arts & crafts, music, inflatables, a trackless train ride, animal education, games & more! Sponsored by Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams.
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12pm to 2pmFreeArts, Culture & Fun: Sugar Skull Art WorkshopHerbert Von King Cultural Arts Center (in Herbert Von King Park), Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
Join NYC Parks for a colorful and hands-on Sugar Skull Art Workshop where you’ll transform a traditional sugar skull into a one-of-a-kind work of art. Explore vibrant colors, intricate patterns. Create your own unique sugar skull. Along the way, discover the cultural traditions and symbolism
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12pm to 4pmFreeHalloween Fest 2026Monument Plaza (in Fort Greene Park), Fort Greene, Brooklyn
Get ready for what’s in store, Halloween Fest is back with more! Dress up in your best costumes and join us on Saturday, October 24 (Rain date: Oct 25) from 12:00–4:00pm. Enjoy spooky stories, face painting, family-friendly games, and more. Halloween Fest is free to all, no RSVP required. Fort
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12pm to 4pmFreeArts, Culture & Fun: Día de Muertos Celebration!Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center (in Herbert Von King Park), Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
Join NYC Parks for a vibrant celebration filled with dance, art, music, culture, and plenty of fun! Explore and experience the rich traditions of Mexican culture through exciting hands-on activities, colorful art, and festive entertainment. Then, enjoy a spectacular live performance by the Calpulli
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12pm to 5pm41st Annual Bronx Halloween ParadeTIFFANY STREET between WESTCHESTER AVENUE and EAST 163 STREET, Bronx
A parade on a city permit, TIFFANY STREET between WESTCHESTER AVENUE and EAST 163 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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12pm to 5pmPS 107 Fall Festival14 STREET between 8 AVENUE and PROSPECT PARK WEST, Brooklyn, Prospect Park
A street event on a city permit, 14 STREET between 8 AVENUE and PROSPECT PARK WEST. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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12pm to 8pmMusic Performances and Fitness Classes and Circus ArtsGreeley Square Plaza, Manhattan
A street event on a city permit, Greeley Square Plaza: Greeley Square (32/33 Broadway) Broadway between W. 32rd Street and W. 33rd Street. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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12:15pm to 1:15pmYogaMulti-Use Room (in St. James Park), Fordham, Bronx
This open level class is designed to awaken your mind, body and senses through controlled breathing, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures. Please bring a mat and a lock to lock up your bag. The center does not allow anyone to bring their bags to the dance room except:
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12:30pm to 1:30pmBasketball Clinic at Highbridge Recreation Center (Ages: 5 to 7)Gymnasium (in Highbridge Park), Highbridge Park, Manhattan
This Instructional basketball clinic will provide an opportunity for youth, regardless of skill to have a positive basketball experience followed by league play. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice the fundamentals of Basketball and advance their basketball skills through a
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12:30pm to 1:30pmCatrina Alebrije Parade4211 14 Avenue, Brooklyn
A parade on a city permit, 4211 14 Avenue. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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1pm to 3pmPark Open StudioNorthwest Corner Seating Area (in Washington Square Park), Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Led by a local teaching artist, this drop-in class invites participants to explore creativity through hands-on artmaking under the shade of Scrabble Plaza’s trees. Past mediums have included plein-air drawing, printmaking, cyanotypes, and more. All materials are provided by the Washington Square
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1pm to 2pmSTRONG Nation®Dance Room (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), East Midtown, Manhattan
STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move. Every squat, every lunge, every burpee is driven by the music, helping you make it to that last rep, and maybe even
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1pm to 2:30pmCorn Husk CraftsMulti-Use Room - 2nd Fl (in Sorrentino Recreation Center), Far Rockaway, Queens
Indigenous people used the corn plant in many different ways in their daily lives - from food to weaving the husks. Be creative while learning to create traditional dolls out of corn husks.
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1pm to 2pmFreeMagnetic Archery and Foam Axe ThrowingCrotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Crotona Park, Bronx
Our free archery class is a bullseye! Learn the art of archery with free lessons taught by our expert Urban Park Rangers. This program uses safe equipment with magnetic arrows and targets. All equipment will be provided. Foam axe throwing will be available for ages 5 and over. Free.
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1pm to 2:30pmBirding: Fall MigrationWest 116th Street and Riverside Drive (in Riverside Park), Morningside Heights, Manhattan
Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best viewing spots in New York City to see fall migratory birds. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Riverside Park to look for fall migrants that
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1pm to 5pmFall Children's Harvest CelebrationUnion St. Garden and Community Development, Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Please join us for our annual Fall Children's Harvest Festival as we close out the garden with fun (and spooky!) activities. We will have games, face painting, a costume contest, dancing, food, arts and crafts. Come dressed in costume!
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1pm to 4pmAnnual Fall Potluck and Picnic at Two Coves Community GardenTwo Coves Community Garden, Old Astoria, Queens
Two Coves Community Garden is holding its Annual Fall Potluck and Picnic. Please bring a potluck item to share, if you can.
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1pm to 6pmRed Shed Community Garden's Fall PotluckRed Shed Garden, East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Red Shed Community Garden presents Fall Potluck on Saturday, October 24th! There will be a pie contest, dog costume contest, face painting and more! Costumes are encouraged!
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1pm to 4pmCommunity Engagement TeaMaple Street Community Garden, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn
Maple Street Community Garden (MSCG) will host a Community Engagement Tea on October 24th led by gardener Takiyah Gray in collaboration with Chelsea Bravo, co-chair of MSCG Arts Committee, who will handle the arts component. The event will be hosted in partnership with Tea, Arts & Culture .
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1pm to 4pmPS 87 Harvest Fest 2026WEST 77 STREET between COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
A street event on a city permit, WEST 77 STREET between COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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2pm to 6pmFreeKids in Motion: Seward ParkEntrance - East Broadway & Essex St (in Seward Park), Lower East Side, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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2pm to 2:45pmPublic Gallery TourWave Hill, Riverdale, Bronx
Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationships between nature, culture, and site. When exhibitions are on view in the spring, summer, and fall, Gallery Greeters lead public exhibition tours on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2PM, certain dates excluded . Visitors can
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2pm to 4pmHarbor Hounds Halloween Costume Contest & ParadeSouth Meadow Lawn (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Snug Harbor, Staten Island
Calling all spooky pups, little monsters, and four-legged friends! Join us for the Harbor Hounds Annual Halloween Costume Contest & Parade at Snug Harbor. Dress your pup in their most creative, hilarious, adorable, or downright spooky costume and join us for a festive parade. Before the parade,
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2pm to 4pmSeed HarvestClayton Williams Garden, Harlem, Manhattan
Come to Clayton Williams Community Garden to harvest seeds from the garden's summer plants! Learn how to save seeds for next season. Participants will harvest flower, herb, and vegetable seeds for future use.
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2pm to 5pmFDB Garden Annual Halloween EventFrederick Douglass Blvd Community Garden, Harlem, Manhattan
Come to Frederick Douglass Boulevard Community Garden (FDB) for the garden group's Annual Halloween Party! There will be a candy bag giveaway, face painting, and pizza.
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3pm to 6pmFree5th Annual Halloween PartyLentol Garden, Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Lentol Garden is thrilled to announce their 5th annual Garden Halloween Party on Saturday 24th October, from 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.! Gather your spooky crew for an afternoon of ghastly activities and entertainments. Costumes highly encouraged but not required. As always, Lentol Garden's party is free
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4pm to 5:30pmFantasy Forest Immersive Hike: Alien VisitorsBlue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Annadale, Staten Island
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an afternoon of local stories and memorable park legends, including the Staten Island Advance’s report of an unusual encounter in Blue Heron Park. Take part in an immersive group activity that retraces moments from the reported sighting and explores how these tales
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4pm to 8pmLa Plaza Cultural 50th Anniversary CelebrationLa Plaza Cultural, East Village, Manhattan
Join us at La Plaza Cultural to celebrate the garden's 50th Anniversary with music, film, and community.
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4pm to 6:30pmPumpkin Decorating at Jardin la RocaJardin la Roca, Morrisania, Bronx
Join us for a pumpkin decorating event at the garden! We will also have face painting. All are welcome!
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5pm to 5:45pmWagner College: Children's Learn to Swim (Level 1)Wagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, West New Brighton, Staten Island
Children in Level 1 will focus on helping children feel comfortable in the water and safely enjoy. This level helps children gain basic aquatic skills and develop more comfort in and around water.
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5pm to 8pmDiwali Motorcade125 STREET between ATLANTIC AVENUE and 95 AVENUE, Queens
A parade on a city permit, 125 STREET between ATLANTIC AVENUE and 95 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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5pmHalloween: ProjectionsPearl Street Plaza, Brooklyn
A street event on a city permit, Pearl Street Plaza: Archway (Pearl Street Plaza) water street between Anchorage Pl and adams st. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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5pm to 7:30pmPincushion Puppet ParadeWOODWARD AVENUE between LINDEN STREET and GROVE STREET, Queens
A parade on a city permit, WOODWARD AVENUE between LINDEN STREET and GROVE STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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5:45pm to 6:30pmWagner College: Children's Learn to Swim (Level 2)Wagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, West New Brighton, Staten Island
Children in Level 2 will learn the fundamentals of aquatic kills which are essential for basic swimming. This level is designed to help children gain confidence and improve their skills in the water.
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6:15pm to 8pmFreeMovies Under the Stars: Casper | PGBasketball Courts (in Lawrence Virgilio Playground), Woodside, Queens
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. The Friendly Ghost attempts to befriend the 12-year-old daughter of a paranormal
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6:30pm to 8pmStaten Island Shockwaves Swim TeamWagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, West New Brighton, Staten Island
For returning Swim Team members from the 2025 - 2026 season.
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6:30pm to 10pmCandlelight Ghost ToursMerchant's House Museum, Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Doors slam, floorboards creak, voices call into the dead of night. Venture into “Manhattan’s Most Haunted House” by flickering candlelight to hear chilling – and true – tales of decades of otherworldly activity in the house, the results of years of paranormal investigations – and the latest
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7pm to 10pmAutumn StarfestWest 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
Join the Urban Park Rangers and the Amateur Astronomers Association (AAA) at the annual Autumn Starfest! See Jupiter, Saturn, the craters of our Moon through telescopes supplied by AAA members along with star clusters, double stars, and other objects in the night sky. Weather permitting.
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7pm to 8:30pmFreeMovie Under the Stars: Scooby-Doo (2002)Great Lawn (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. That lovable, easily frightened Great Dane, Scooby-Doo, makes his big-screen debut
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7pm to 8:45pmFreeMovie Under the Stars: Coco (2017)Herbert Von King Park, Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. In this gorgeous animated adventure, a boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous
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7:30pm to 9pm2026 Spooky Snug Harbor TourVisitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Snug Harbor, Staten Island
Snug Harbor is one of Staten Island’s most beautiful historic destinations. And, if the legends are true, one of its most haunted… This fall, join us for “Spooky Snug Harbor,” a series of nighttime walking tours aimed at shedding light on Snug Harbor’s darkest history. Guided by local history
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9:30pm to 11pmSuper Spooky Candlelight Ghost Tours with Paranormal Investigator Dan SturgesMerchant's House Museum, Greenwich Village, Manhattan
In 2020, the museum closed due to COVID-19, leaving the house empty of staff and visitors. Dan Sturges, who has undertaken paranormal investigations at the Merchant’s House for 15 years, teamed up with neuroscientist Dr. Lee to conduct scientific research using specialized equipment custom-built
Sunday, October 25
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1am to 5pmHalloween: Wags to WitchesVan Cortlandt House Museum (in Van Cortlandt Park), Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx
SAVE THE DATE! Get ready for creepy crafts, face painting, spine-chilling stories and more! Event will be held on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. Join us at 3pm for our Third Annual Pup Parade & Canine Costume Contest . Register your pup day-of between 2pm and 2:45pm, or pre-register
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5:30am to 7:30pmMurray Hill Farmers Market2 AVENUE between EAST 32 STREET and EAST 33 STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, 2 AVENUE between EAST 32 STREET and EAST 33 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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6am to 6pmJackson Heights Greenmarket79 STREET between NORTHERN BOULEVARD and 34 AVENUE, Queens
A farmers market on a city permit, 79 STREET between NORTHERN BOULEVARD and 34 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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6am to 6pmDown to Earth Park Slope Farmers Market4TH STREET between FIFTH AVENUE and DEAD END, Brooklyn
A farmers market on a city permit, 4TH STREET between FIFTH AVENUE and DEAD END. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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6am to 6pmCortelyou GreenmarketCORTELYOU ROAD between RUGBY ROAD and ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn
A farmers market on a city permit, CORTELYOU ROAD between RUGBY ROAD and ARGYLE ROAD. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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6am to 6pmCarroll Gardens GreenmarketCARROLL STREET between SMITH STREET and COURT STREET, Brooklyn
A farmers market on a city permit, CARROLL STREET between SMITH STREET and COURT STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 5pmForest Hills GreenmarketQUEENS BOULEVARD between 69 ROAD and 70 AVENUE, Queens
A farmers market on a city permit, QUEENS BOULEVARD between 69 ROAD and 70 AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8am to 6pmColumbia GreenmarketBROADWAY between WEST 113 STREET and WEST 116 STREET, Manhattan
A farmers market on a city permit, BROADWAY between WEST 113 STREET and WEST 116 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Conference House ParkConference House Park, Tottenville, Staten Island
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Located at the southernmost point of New York state, Conference House Park
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Marine ParkCarmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Marine Park, Brooklyn
NYRR Open Run Brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Marine Park serves the nearby communities of Canarsie, Flatlands, Mill Basin,
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8:45am to 11amFreeNYRR Open Run: Cunningham ParkCunningham Park Parking Lot (in Cunningham Park), Cunningham Park, Queens
NYRR Open Run brings free, 5K weekly community-led runs, to neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. The program is free and open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. One of the largest parks in Queens, Cunningham Park was built between 1928 and
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9am to 1:30pmFreeGirl's Softball ClinicBallfield 11, Flushing Meadows, Queens
Are you looking to learn how to play softball or hoping to improve your game during the offseason? This all-girls softball program will help you keep the rust off your game and get you ready for the softball season. Participants will be able to hit, throw, and catch throughout the fall at Flushing
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9am to 12pmBHS's 25th Annual Totten Trot 5K Foot RaceBayside Historical Society (in Fort Totten Park), Fort Totten, Queens
The Bayside Historical Society will celebrate the milestone Silver Anniversary of its annual Totten Trot 5K Foot Race and Kids' Fun Run in 2026. What began as a humble gathering of just 12 runners at Fort Totten Park has grown into a vibrant community event, bringing together more than 300 runners
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9am to 3pmRiseBoro Farmers Markets at Irving Square ParkKNICKERBOCKER AVENUE between STARR STREET and SUYDAM STREET, Brooklyn
A farmers market on a city permit, KNICKERBOCKER AVENUE between STARR STREET and SUYDAM STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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9am to 4pmHeaven is a Highway 5th Annual Motorcycle Run/PicnicONTARIO AVENUE between VICTORY BOULEVARD and SCHOHARIE STREET, Staten Island
A parade on a city permit, ONTARIO AVENUE between VICTORY BOULEVARD and SCHOHARIE STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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9:30am to 10:15amStrength & Cardio Circuit TrainingDance Room (in St. John's Park), Crown Heights, Brooklyn
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout. Whether you are a beginneror looking for a challenge; this class for all fitness levels and modifications are always provided. Come engage in exercises that target
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9:30am to 11:30amFreeAdventure Course Free Public Sunday Morning ProgramAlley Pond Adventure Course (in Alley Pond Park), Alley Pond Park, Queens
Free programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Morning program registration takes place from 9:30am-10:00am. Please dress appropriately: no sandals, flip flops, or open-toed shoes are allowed. Our programs are appropriate for those ages 8 and older. The Adventure Course program
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9:30am to 11:30amIt's My Park at Sunset ParkSunset Park, Sunset Park, Brooklyn
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Sunset Park Caretakers to beautify the park with a daffodil project! We look forward to seeing you.
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10am to 1pmFamily Art Project: Web WeaversWave Hill, Riverdale, Bronx
Where have you spotted spiders recently? In the garden or the house, spiders are helpful creatures. We'll weave webs to create hanging mobiles while learning about our arachnid allies. Registration not required. At 11:30am families can enjoy a storytime program in the Gund Theater, all ages
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10am to 12pmIt's My Park at Owl's Head ParkOn the hill behind the playground (in Owl's Head Park), Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Owl's Head Park Volunteers remove invasives from the back forest of the park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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10am to 6pmFreeKids In Motions: Carmansville PlaygroundPlay Area (in Carmansville Playground), Hamilton Heights, Manhattan
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, and more! Kids in Motion is a free, drop-in program without registration.
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10am to 12pmIt's My Park at WNYC Transmitter ParkWNYC Transmitter Park, Greenpoint, Brooklyn
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Friends of WNYC Transmitter Park to beautify at WNYC Transmitter Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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10am to 1pmUrban Farm VolunteersUrban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Randall's Island, Manhattan
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us! Our farmers have a lot of farm chores and composting to do weekly and you can help us take care of this important urban educational
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10:30am to 1:30pmFreeArt in the Garden: Spooky Season DecorPatchen Community Square, Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
Free artmaking for all ages at Patchen Community Square Garden (PCSG)! Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. No prior artmaking experience needed -- all skill levels and age groups welcome! Supplies, prompts, and guidance provided. Each month will have a new theme: October theme is Spooky
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11am to 12pmZumbaMulti-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval), Norwood, Bronx
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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11am to 2pmPark Clean Up at Rev. Wendell Foster ParkDolphin Fountain (in Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park and Recreation Center ), Yankee Stadium, Bronx
Show Rev. Wendell T. Foster Park Your Love! Join in to clean up and Green Up your park! Special guests: Meet horses Dakota & Teddy from the Bronx Mounted Unit!!! Gloves & tools will be provided. No registration necessary, just show up! Meet by the Dolphin Fountains, in the park at E/W. 166 St.
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11am to 12:30pmFall Foliage CanoeingAudubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Few experiences compare with being on the open water in New York City. The rhythm of the waves, the sun on your face, and the exhilaration of slicing through the water all add up to an experience you’ll never forget. Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from
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11am to 3pmVolunteer Day: Oriental GardenOriental Garden, East New York, Brooklyn
GreenThumb community gardens are developed, led, and cared for by dedicated volunteer gardeners who critically upkeep them as public green spaces. Oriental Garden, is seeking volunteers and new garden members who are interested in helping reimagine the garden! The garden is creating space for those
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11am to 3pmVolunteer Workday at Oriental GardenOriental Garden, East New York, Brooklyn
Stop by the garden for a tour, find out what we are doing to renovate, help us build new raised beds, and learn more about getting involved!
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11am to 9pmFall Festival of Diasporas: Gleane Street Trick-Or-StreetsGLEANE STREET between BAXTER AVENUE and BRITTON AVENUE, Queens
A street event on a city permit, GLEANE STREET between BAXTER AVENUE and BRITTON AVENUE. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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12pm to 4pmDocent led tours of the Historic Conference House MuseumConference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Tottenville, Staten Island
Take a docent led tour of the Conference House Museum also known as the Billiopp House located on Staten Island, New York and overlooking the Raritan Bay. This two-story grand fieldstone house was built by powerful landowner Royal Navy Captain Christopher Billopp About 1680. He wanted a home that
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12pm to 4pmOld Stone House: Open HoursOld Stone House (in Washington Park), Park Slope, Brooklyn
Come visit the Old Stone House during our public Open Hours! Suggested donation for entry is $3, but no one is turned away for lack of funds. No reservation is necessary for entry. Please note that while our typical hours are Friday-Sunday, 12-4 PM, we host private or ticketed events that may limit
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12pm to 3pmAutumn FestivalCarmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Marine Park, Brooklyn
Pumpkin giveaways, a costume parade, and so much fall fun thanks to Assembly Member Jaime Williams!
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12pm to 1:30pmCeltic Halloween Tree TalesMartling Avenue and Brooks Pond Place (in Clove Lakes Park), Westerleigh, Staten Island
Celebrate the Halloween season with the Urban Park Rangers as we explore the Celtic origins of the holiday and the traditions that shaped it. Participants will learn about the lunar‑based Celtic Tree Astrology system and discover which “tree” aligns with their birth cycle. Rangers will also guide a
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12pm to 3pmFreeShocktoberfestPlayground for All Children (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Flushing Meadows, Queens
Shocktoberfest is back in Flushing Meadows Corona Park! Join us for this free family-friendly Halloween festival in your favorite park. There will be: Pumpkin patch Bounce Houses Live music Face Painting Photo Booth and more! Whether you have a spooky costume or not, this will be a shockingly fun
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12pm to 2pmGrow Your Own Oyster Mushrooms At Home!Maple Street Community Garden, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn
Learn how to grow your own oyster mushrooms using a simple bucket method! In this hands-on workshop at Maple Street Community Garden , you’ll learn the basics of preparing and growing oyster mushrooms using at home supplies you probably have at home. For the workshop, bring your own container: a
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12pm to 3pmFall Festival with Councilmember VernikovAsser Levy Park Play Area (in Asser Levy Park), Coney Island, Brooklyn
Join NYC Parks for a Fall Festival Celebration with Councilmember Inna Vernikov! Activities include sports, games, arts and crafts, inflatables, and a pumpkin patch for all to enjoy!
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12pm to 3pmPumpkin PartyPoplar Street Community Garden, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
Poplar St Community Garden will be hosting its annual Pumpkin Party! Please register at poplargarden@gmail.com.
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1pm to 1:45pmGarden Highlights WalkWave Hill, Riverdale, Bronx
Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. Topics vary by season and the expertise of the Guide--come back for an encore; each walk varies with the Guide leading it. This walk lasts a half-hour to 45 minutes. Public Garden Walks are most appropriate for
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1pm to 3pmFreeAdventure Course Free Public Sunday Afternoon ProgramAlley Pond Adventure Course (in Alley Pond Park), Alley Pond Park, Queens
Free programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Afternoon program registration takes place from 1:00pm-1:30pm. Please dress appropriately: no sandals, flip flops, or open-toed shoes are allowed. Our programs are appropriate for those ages 8 and older. The Adventure Course program
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1pm to 4pmMeet the Artists: Dots and LoopsWave Hill, Riverdale, Bronx
Join us for a series of participatory events and workshops with exhibiting artists Jen Chen-Su Huang, Rita Maas, and Audra Wolowiec, whose work is display in the Wave Hill House exhibition Dots and Loops. Dots and Loops presents works that respond to the idea of language as score, exploring its
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1pm to 2pmOutdoor Skills: Orienteering and Navigation SkillsAlley Pond Adventure Course (in Alley Pond Park), Alley Pond Park, Queens
Do you have a bad sense of direction and want to get better? Do you always know your way on city streets but worry you’d get lost in the woods? Join the Urban Park Rangers to try your hand at Orienteering! Orienteering is an adventurous map sport in which a participant uses maps of a landscape to
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1pm to 2:30pmFreeBeginner FishingCrotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Crotona Park, Bronx
Want to go fishing but don’t know how or where to start? Join our Urban Park Rangers for free lessons! Learn how to properly use a fishing rod or cast a net. Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and the ecology of our waterways. All equipment will be provided. Recommended for ages 8
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1pm to 2pmGreat Trees of Tompkins Square ParkAvenue A and St. Marks Place (in Tompkins Square Park), East Village, Manhattan
Trees have a special place in our environment. Join us for a hike of Tompkins Square Park in search of different species and learn some ways to identify these trees during the fall season.
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1pm to 2pmGeology: Central Park Rocks!Harlem Meer (in Central Park), Central Park, Manhattan
New York City is the site of ancient earth-shaking and earth-shaping events. The bedrock that anchors the city’s skyscrapers tells a story of a place going back more than a billion years. The island of Manhattan is built on three strata known as Manhattan Schist, Inwood Marble, and Fordham Gneiss.
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1pm to 4pmBatty Over Halloween CelebrationGreat Lawn (in Astoria Park), Astoria Park, Queens
Join us on the great lawn at Astoria park on October 25th! Our Halloween celebration will be a great time for kids, featuring a puppet show, candy, and more. Costumes encouraged!
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1pm to 2:30pmAutumn Pollinator Garden ExplorationBlue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Annadale, Staten Island
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a fall exploration of the Blue Heron native pollinator garden as the last blooms of the season fade. Participants will observe late‑season pollinators still visiting the garden and learn how native plants and insects prepare for the colder months ahead. It’s a gentle
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1pm to 3pm2026 Halloween Parade and Party at Washington Market Park390 Greenwich Street, Manhattan
A parade on a city permit, 390 Greenwich Street. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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1:30pm to 3:30pmDay of the Dead Parade5 AVENUE between 60 STREET and 59 STREET, Brooklyn
A parade on a city permit, 5 AVENUE between 60 STREET and 59 STREET. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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2pm to 5pmFreeJazz in the Park at Ralph EllisonRalph Ellison Plaza, Hamilton Heights, Manhattan
Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, community jazz concerts featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists. Free.
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2pm to 5pmCarve a Pumpkin for Halloween!LaGuardia Corner Community Garden, Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Come to LaGuardia Corner Garden and carve or paint a spooky (or cute) Halloween pumpkin. We'll provide pumpkins and tools.
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2pm to 5pmPumpkin PaintingMelrose New Generation Community Garden, Morrisania, Bronx
Join us for a fun day of pumpkin painting! We have 40 pumpkins so first come first serve!
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2pm to 5pmCollege Point Halloween ParadeCOLLEGE POINT BOULEVARD between 14 AVENUE and 14 ROAD, Queens, College Point
A parade on a city permit, COLLEGE POINT BOULEVARD between 14 AVENUE and 14 ROAD. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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3pm to 4pmWayne Tucker and the Bad Mothas - Tribute to Marshal and Ernie RoyalOak Ridge (in Forest Park), Forest Park, Queens
Wayne Tucker is a New York-based trumpeter, vocalist, composer, and bandleader whose work blends jazz, soul, gospel, funk, R&B, and singer-songwriter traditions. He has performed and recorded with artists including Taylor Swift, Jay-Z, the Roots, Elvis Costello, and Jon Batiste while leading his
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3pm to 4:30pmRights of People With Disabilities TrainingEast Fourth Street Community Garden, Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn
Reps from the city's Commission on Human Rights present a training session on the rights of people with disabilities at East 4th Street Community Garden .
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5pm to 6:30pmStaten Island Shockwaves Swim TeamWagner College Pool - Spiro Sports Center, West New Brighton, Staten Island
For returning Swim Team members from the 2025 - 2026 season.
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6pm to 7:30pmNocturnal Creatures and Wildlife HikeVan Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx
Did you know New York state is home to flying squirrels and nine species of bats? Join the Urban Park Rangers on an evening hike through Van Cortlandt Park to learn all about our nocturnal neighbors and their roles in our ecosystem.
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7pm to 8:30pmNocturnal Seining and Shore ExplorationFort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park), Bay Terrace, Queens
Our experienced Urban Park Rangers teach the ecology of our waterways on every seining program. Get ready to get your hands wet; seining programs use nets to catch fish. All equipment is provided; this program is recommended for ages 8 years and older. Join the Urban Park Rangers and explore what
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