Summer on the Hudson: Locomotive Open House 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Locomotive Lawn (in Riverside Park South) Category: Education, History, Best for Kids, Waterfront Free!

Astoria Pool - Lap Swim 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Location: Astoria Pool (in Astoria Park) Category: Swimming/Aquatics Free!

Peter and the Wolf 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Location: Sobelsohn Playground (in Forest Park) Category: Theater, Free Summer Movies Free!

Every year New York City transforms into one giant free Shakespeare festival, with the Bard’s plays being performed and work-shopped in parks across the city. Find your favorite Elizabethean comedy, ...

The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. An NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC’s playgrounds, including organized sports, games, ...

Family Camping: Queens 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. Location: Alley Pond Adventure Course (in Alley Pond Park) Category: Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Family Camping with the Urban Park Rangers Free!

During the summer, we have had to temporarily reduce operating hours at several of our indoor pools. We understand the impact this has had on our members, and we want to ensure that our members have ...

NYC Parks helps bring together people from all over our great city. From the iconic Central Park to neighborhood playgrounds, we own and operate some of the most exemplary green spaces in the world.

Dance Fitness- Upbeat Pop! 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Location: Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) Category: Fitness, Shape Up NYC, Exercise Classes Free!

Show Up and Shape Up! Shape Up NYC is a free group fitness program for adults and seniors with locations in all five boroughs! Whether you’re a seasoned fitness enthusiast or just starting your ...

Thursday Artist Residency 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Northwest Corner Seating Area (in Washington Square Park) Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Art, Workshops Free!