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Play. Run. Walk. Bike. Breathe.
The city streets are your playground on Saturdays this August with Summer Streets!
BeFitNYC
Our new search engine lets you find fitness opportunities tailored to your interests, age, and location!
Volunteer
Join community groups and help plant and maintain the city's greenspaces.
NYC Water Trail
NYC Water Trail connects 160 square miles of rivers, bays, creeks, inlets and ocean for kayaks and openwater rowing.
Free Theater and Films
Pack a picnic, grab a blanket, and come watch these plays and films with your fellow New Yorkers!
Nature Centers
Come visit one of our 15 Urban Park Ranger Nature Centers, in-park community centers for public education and environmen...
Dogs in Parks
The Parks Department’s long-standing "courtesy hours" policy has been formally adopted.
Free Summer Music & Dance Events
For world-class performances under the stars, head to your local park!
Contribute
Learn about your options for giving to Parks & Recreation and help ensure a green New York for many years to come!
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Parks’ Pick
Central Park Film Festival
Five days of free film on Rumsey Playfield begin on Tuesday. This year’s festival pays homage to the five colorful boroughs that make New York City iconic. Screenings start at 8 p.m., but gates open at 6 p.m. Arrive early to claim a good spot!
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The ArtsWhat's Happening in Parks:
Bring the kids and take part in fun activities ranging from bean bag toss, football pass, potato sack races, face painting, arts & crafts and…
What's Happening in Parks:
Steve Harvey Morning Show/U.S. Army’s Planning for Life
The U.S. Army’s Planning for Life program, along with the Steve Harvey Morning Show, visits St. John’s Recreation Center on Wednesday. Harvey's…
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Summer Sprints: Free Evening Race Series
Summer Sprints - free evening xc (cross country) & mini-dh (down-hill) race series at the Highbridge Park Mountain Bike Trails…
What's Happening in Parks:
Come out for this special day-long festival for kids! Activities include tennis clinics, interactive games, and musical entertainment, all to honor…
What's Happening in Parks:
Parks presents days of free outdoor activities for children to enjoy in New York City's parks in the summer. Festivals provide a day of safe, fun,…
News
All Aboard The Newest Segment Of Riverside Park South!
Standing before a historic New York Central steam locomotive, Parks & Recreation Commissioner Adrian Benepe today joined ...
City Parks Foundation Hosts Future Olympians
CityParks Track & Field Championship for kids from 5 to 16 was held at Randall’s Island last week.
City Line Park Transformed for Play
Brooklyn playground improved with more on the way!
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