Musicians from around the world are coming to New York’s parks to perform. Rock, folk, jazz, hip hop, classical, world—no matter what your style is, there’s a performance for you.

Our urban forest is alive — and growing. Trees Count equips us with information vital for its well-being and care. Every ten years, we take stock of every public tree across the five boroughs. Our ...

As one of Staten Island's largest parks, Wolfe's Pond Park wears many different hats. To some, it is a beautiful beach. To others, it is a wildlife and plant preserve. To still others, it is a ...

In 1939, and again in 1964, Flushing Meadows Corona Park hosted two of the largest international exhibitions ever held in the United States. Today, the park—Queens's largest and most diverse—serves as ...

New York City’s parks are vital. In an era where our city is facing greater challenges than ever, ranging from the threat of extreme weather to increased park use, we need a plan that can protect and ...

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 ...

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8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. The Summer Sports Experience program engages children in active outdoor play. An NYC Parks staff member leads free activities in NYC’s playgrounds ...

This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park. This park is named after World War I (1914-1918) veteran James Tappen. It is among the oldest public parks ...

From surfers to swimmers to the Ramones, everyone wants to "hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach." Rockaway Beach is a year-round resource for residents all along the Rockaway peninsula, and it comes alive ...

Meet the challenge of swimming 25 miles or more over the summer months and earn a 25-miler t-shirt or test yourself by entering a swim competition at your local pool. Registration is free. Register on ...