Hippo Playground Spring Fair

Sunday, May 19, 10 – 4pm

POSTPONED: Due to inclement weather expected on Sunday, May 5, this year’s Spring Fair has been postponed to Sunday, May 19.

The Hippo Playground Project is an all-volunteer Park User Group affiliate of Riverside Park Conservancy that works in conjunction with the Parks Department to maintain the playground and provide free activities for the community.

An Upper West Side institution, the Hippo Playground Spring Fair celebrates the season  with pony rides, bouncy castles, a petting zoo, games, prizes, crafts, food, cupcake decorating, face painting, entertainment, and more! Proceeds from the Hippo Spring Fair fund the Hippo Summer Concert Series, the Hippo Halloween Parade & Concert, and improvements in playgrounds throughout Riverside Park. Rain date Sunday, May 19.

Pre-register for the event here!

Want to volunteer? Help out by completing the form below! Volunteers can sign up for multiple shifts.

Spring Fair Volunteers

Volunteer Session(s) Desired

For more information, email [email protected].

Thanks to our Community Sponsors!

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