BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Riverside Park Conservancy - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Riverside Park Conservancy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://riversideparknyc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Riverside Park Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T123000 DTSTAMP:20260415T141221Z CREATED:20260415T141212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T141221Z UID:10003787-1778324400-1778329800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Nature Explorers DESCRIPTION:Conservancy staff lead nature-focused workshops and educational craft activities for children. \n\nMay 9 ' American Eel! Learn about the life cycle and journey of a Hudson River eel.\nJune 13 ' Bugs! Explore th e different kinds of insects in our Park and why they are important to the ecosystem.\nAugust 8 ' Birds! Learn about bird migration along the Hudson River and make your own bird origami.\nSeptember 12 ' Flowers! Explore yo ur Park and get creative by making a take-home flower printing craft.\n\nS ummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is lim ited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled . For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/nature-explorers-tree-party/ LOCATION:102nd Street Field House\, 102nd Street Field House CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/04/69c6e9f03ac5e.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260508T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260508T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140151Z CREATED:20260415T140151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T140151Z UID:10003759-1778261400-1778266800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Birding Walks DESCRIPTION:Explore Riverside Park on a family-friendly bird walk in partne rship with NYC Bird Alliance. Some binoculars available\, but bring a pair if you have them! \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 ho urs before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/birding-walks-2/2026-05-08/ LOCATION:W 120th Street & Riverside Drive CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/04/IMG_5164.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T111500 DTSTAMP:20260414T193458Z CREATED:20260414T193458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T193458Z UID:10003277-1778149800-1778152500@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Locomotive Lawn Live DESCRIPTION:Moosiki Kids Musical Storytime fosters a love of reading at a y oung age with stories and sing alongs. \nSummer on the Hudson events are f ree and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and availabl e on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check ny c.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/locomotive-lawn-live-5/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:Locomotive Lawn\, Locomotive Lawn CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Music & Dance,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/08/Untitled-design-23.png ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T164428Z CREATED:20260315T142449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T164428Z UID:10002988-1777809600-1777809600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Mixed Movement Practice DESCRIPTION:The Movement Creative kicks off the summer with calisthenics\, capoeira\, and yoga flow. All abilities welcome! \nCalisthenics with Rob H ued\nThis session will focus on using ones body weight to assess pushups\, pull ups\, and burpees. We will speak to the importance of moving the bod y in these basic moves\, while connecting the breath with movement. Stretc h work beforehand will allow us to release our shoulders and back.\n \nInt ro to Capoeira Session with Isabela Reis (Dandara)\nThis session invites a thletes to explore a movement practice that blends martial arts\, rhythm\, creativity\, and flow. Capoeira emphasizes ground movement\, inverted pos itions\, spatial awareness\, and improvisation. We will cover the foundati ons of Capoeira movement\, including the ginga or fundamental step\, evasi ons\, playful exchanges\, and elements of rhythm and music that shape the game. No experience is necessary'just curiosity\, openness to move\, and a willingness to play. https://www.capoeiraguatambu.org/ \nYoga Flow: Find Balance in Motion with Nikki DeCarlo\nWell start with a juicy flow to wake up ankles\, hips\, and core. Expect smooth transitions\, building heat\, and intentional prep that makes balancing feel accessible. From there\, we ll shift into standing balance play to learn body control\, coordination\, and awareness. All levels welcome. Come curious. Leave steadier\, stronge r\, and more in-tune with your body. (BYO props (blocks & straps) to help you find alignment\, build confidence\, and explore your edge without bail ing out.) \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. S eating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-ser ved basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event wil l be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours befor e the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/mixed-movement-practice/ LOCATION:Parkour Park\, Parkour Park CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/20250504_113240-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260323T160325Z CREATED:20260323T160325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T160325Z UID:10002800-1777806000-1777809600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Over\, Under\, Through DESCRIPTION:Join The Movement Creative for a 6-week series to learn the bas ics of parkour. Build your strength\, agility\, coordination\, and mobilit y with fun drills\, partner exercises\, and games to learn jumping\, vault ing\, swinging\, and how to put it all together. Have a blast while gettin g strong! URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/over-under-through-4/2026-05-03/ LOCATION:Parkour Park\, Parkour Park CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/DSC09318-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T213708Z CREATED:20260402T173603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T213708Z UID:10003260-1777802400-1777824000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Hippo Playground Spring Fair DESCRIPTION:Riverside Playground Partners and Riverside Park Conservancy in vite you to celebrate the spring season with live music\, games\, activiti es\, arts & crafts\, giant bubbles\, a petting zoo\, and the chance to mee t our Park fleet and dress up as Riverside Park junior staff members!\nPro ceeds help fund the continued maintenance of the 15 playgrounds across Riv erside Park and year round programming that serves thousands of local fami lies. \nOnly children need to have wristbands or tickets to attend activit ies. Early wristband pickup will take place on Saturday\, May 2nd from 10: 30am'3:30pm at the Hippo Park House. On the day of\, wristbands and ticket s will be available at the playground. \nPurchase tickets for the event he re! \nTo volunteer at this event\, click here! Parents that volunteer will receive a FREE wristband for each 2-hour slot they sign-up for! \nFor mor e information\, email devorah@riversideparknyc.org. \nWe hope to see you t here! \n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\nFor everyones safety\, we are asking all participants to observe the following guidelines:\n*Wash your hands before attending a program\n* Stay home if you are sick \nAdditionally\, we enco urage participants to bring their own hand sanitizer and water bottles to our programs. \nRiverside Playground Partners is an all-volunteer parent g roup affiliate of Riverside Park Conservancy that works in collaboration w ith Conservancy Staff to maintain the playground and provide free activiti es for the community. \nThank you to our sponsors!\nIn formation as of Mar ch 30th. Interested in sponsoring our events? Please reach out to devorah@ riversideparknyc.org. \n URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/hippo-playground-spring-fair-2026/ LOCATION:Hippo Playground\, Hippo Playground CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/04/Spring-Fair-2026-MAILCHIMp.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T203426Z CREATED:20260415T140926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T203426Z UID:10003770-1777734000-1777737600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Story Hour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun weekly story hour featuring rotating books an d special guest readers who bring each story to life! \n\n\n\n\nBring your little ones to a joyful weekly story hour designed to spark imagination\, creativity\, and a love of reading! Each session features a rotating sele ction of engaging books\, brought to life by special guest readers who mak e every story feel like an adventure. \n\n\nEvents take place on Saturdays in May\, June\, August and September. No events May 16 or September 12. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be cance led. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the even t. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/story-hour/2026-05-02/ LOCATION:102nd Street Field House\, 102nd Street Field House CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/04/69c6eaaa386a4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000 DTSTAMP:20260323T160325Z CREATED:20260323T160325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T160325Z UID:10002799-1777201200-1777204800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Over\, Under\, Through DESCRIPTION:Join The Movement Creative for a 6-week series to learn the bas ics of parkour. Build your strength\, agility\, coordination\, and mobilit y with fun drills\, partner exercises\, and games to learn jumping\, vault ing\, swinging\, and how to put it all together. Have a blast while gettin g strong! URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/over-under-through-4/2026-04-26/ LOCATION:Parkour Park\, Parkour Park CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/DSC09318-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T120000 DTSTAMP:20260323T160325Z CREATED:20260323T160325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T160325Z UID:10002798-1776596400-1776600000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Over\, Under\, Through DESCRIPTION:Join The Movement Creative for a 6-week series to learn the bas ics of parkour. Build your strength\, agility\, coordination\, and mobilit y with fun drills\, partner exercises\, and games to learn jumping\, vault ing\, swinging\, and how to put it all together. Have a blast while gettin g strong! URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/over-under-through-4/2026-04-19/ LOCATION:Parkour Park\, Parkour Park CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/DSC09318-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260413T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T143127Z CREATED:20260410T143127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T143127Z UID:10003669-1776081600-1776085200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park Horticulture Tour DESCRIPTION:Join Riverside Parks Director of Horticulture to see whats in b loom\, discuss special topics in urban horticulture\, and ask questions ab out the plants you see in Riverside. \nSummer on the Hudson events are fre e and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time o f the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc. gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-park-horticulture-tour-3/ LOCATION:Hippo Playground\, Hippo Playground CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/6244b27739ca6.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T120000 DTSTAMP:20260323T160325Z CREATED:20260323T160325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T160325Z UID:10002797-1775991600-1775995200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Over\, Under\, Through DESCRIPTION:Join The Movement Creative for a 6-week series to learn the bas ics of parkour. Build your strength\, agility\, coordination\, and mobilit y with fun drills\, partner exercises\, and games to learn jumping\, vault ing\, swinging\, and how to put it all together. Have a blast while gettin g strong! URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/over-under-through-4/2026-04-12/ LOCATION:Parkour Park\, Parkour Park CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/DSC09318-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T113000 DTSTAMP:20260318T213255Z CREATED:20260318T213255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T213255Z UID:10002789-1775728800-1775734200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing for Children DESCRIPTION:Children are naturally inspired and curious about nature. Fores t Bathing is calming\, sensory and playful. On this guided walk\, Lori Kla mner\, a Certified Forest Therapy Guide specializing in Urban Park\, will include creating games\, noticing shapes and textures of plants\, sharing stories. The location features stunning rock formations\, towering trees\, wintering flower beds\, and the mighty Hudson River. All are welcome. Car egivers will be active participants.\n\n\n\nThe program includes a short\, no more than a half-mile walk at a slow pace. Wear comfortable clothing a nd bring water\, snacks\, and a towel or cushion for sitting on the ground . \n\n\nThe event starts at 10:00 am ' 11:30 pm. Meet up in front of River Run Playground. \n URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/forest-bathing-for-children-3/ LOCATION:River Run Playground\, River Run Playground CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Forest-Bathing-Cover-Picture-scaled-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260814T232658Z CREATED:20260814T232644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T232658Z UID:10003806-1771765200-1771776000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Sun Gaze Sundays DESCRIPTION:Join the Amateur Astronomers Association to safely observe the central star of our solar system. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free a nd open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of t he event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov /parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/sun-gaze-sundays-2-2/ LOCATION:Pier i\, Pier i at W 70th Street\, NY CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/04/20240519_155034-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260219T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260219T123000 DTSTAMP:20260203T154548Z CREATED:20260203T154548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T154548Z UID:10002511-1771498800-1771504200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing for Children DESCRIPTION:Children are naturally inspired and curious about nature. Fores t Bathing is calming\, sensory and playful. On this guided walk\, Lori Kla mner\, a Certified Forest Therapy Guide specializing in Urban Park\, will include creating games\, noticing shapes and textures of plants\, sharing stories. The location features stunning rock formations\, towering trees\, wintering flower beds\, and the mighty Hudson River. All are welcome. Car egivers will be active participants.\n\n\n\nThe program includes a short\, no more than a half-mile walk at a slow pace. Wear comfortable clothing a nd bring water\, snacks\, and a towel or cushion for sitting on the ground . \n\n\nThe event starts at 11:00 am ' 12:30 pm. Meet up in front of River Run Playground. \n URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/forest-bathing-for-children-2/ LOCATION:River Run Playground\, River Run Playground CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Forest-Bathing-Cover-Picture-scaled-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T140000 DTSTAMP:20251212T151307Z CREATED:20251205T215725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T151307Z UID:10002479-1768039200-1768053600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:NYC MulchFest 2026 DESCRIPTION:Bring your Christmas tree to Riverside Park to be recycled into mulch that will nourish plantings in the Park all year long! \nThese wood chips are used to nurture trees and plants on street tree pits\, paths\, and gardens parkwide. But heres the best part ' you can take a bag of Chri stmas tree mulch home with you! \n \nHERES HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED \n1. Volunteer on Saturday\, January 10 from 10am-2pm\nVolunteers are needed to de-Christmas the trees left for recycling. We will be removing ornaments\ , lights\, and getting the trees ready to chip. Then\, well spread Christm as tree mulch around street trees along Riverside Drive. \nPlease register on Eventbrite here. \n2. Tree-cycle (from December 26 ' January 31)\nRecy cle your Christmas tree in Riverside Park! Drop your tree at any park entr ance and we will bring it to our chipping site to be Tree-cycled. The wood chips from your tree will be used as pine mulch\, spread on pathways and s treet tree pits throughout the park. You can even take home a bag of mulch to provide warm winter protection for the street tree in front of your ap artment. No need to register ' drop off anytime in this timeframe. \nMore than 25\,000 trees were recycled last year city-wide. Help us top this num ber!\n**Note: Please remember to remove all lights and ornaments before br inging the tree to a MulchFest site. \nFor more info on citywide tree drop -off and chipping sites\, please visit https://www.nycgovparks.org/highlig hts/festivals/mulchfest. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/nyc-mulchfest-2026/ CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/11/AED_Mulchfest2025-29-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T103000 DTSTAMP:20250331T175656Z CREATED:20250326T194751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T175656Z UID:10001099-1764406800-1764412200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park Birding Club DESCRIPTION:Monthly walks through birding hotspots in Riverside Park\, led by Riverside Park Conservancy Field Staff. Learn and build a birding commu nity! Open to birders of all ages and experience. Meet at 116th Street and Riverside Drive. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the p ublic. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, f irst-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the e vent will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hou rs before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-park-birding-club-3/2025-1 1-29/ LOCATION:W 116th Street & Riverside Drive\, W 116th Street & Riverside Driv e\, New York\, United States CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/IMG_3764-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T123000 DTSTAMP:20251107T185738Z CREATED:20251023T140512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T185738Z UID:10002477-1763200800-1763209800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park's Annual Leaf Lift 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun day of giving back to our community by helpin g rake leaves in the beautiful Riverside Park. This event is a great way t o enjoy the outdoors\, meet new people\, and make a difference. No experie nce necessary\, just bring your energy and enthusiasm! You may know of the Leave the leaves practice that we follow to protect habitat for insect fr iends in our natural areas. \nFor our Leaf Lift event\, we focus on removi ng leaves from high traffic pathways to provide a safer and cleaner experi ence in the park. And the best part? All leaves removed from these project s will be composted in Riverside Park\, either supporting our work at our compost compound or going back into our woodland and restoration areas. \n Lets work together to keep our park looking its best. \nRegister to join o ne of our open volunteer sites: \n' Field House (102nd Street) \n' Volunte er House (108th Street) \n' Palisades Playground (148th Street) \nHere are a few friendly reminders on what to wear/bring to be prepared for volunte ering in Riverside Park: \n' Filled reusable water bottle\n' Sturdy\, clos ed-toe shoes\n' Comfortable\, seasonally-appropriate layers\n' Long pants & socks that cover your ankles\n' Sunscreen\n' Optional: hat \nWe will pro vide gardening gloves for volunteers and any other tools/materials needed for the project. Please always keep personal items with you\, as we do not have a secure area for your belongings. \nFor the safety of our staff and volunteers\, if on the day of the project you are sick or not feeling wel l\, stay home! It is not worth the risk to you or to others. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-parks-annual-leaf-lift/ CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/10/IMG_0010-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T173000 DTSTAMP:20251028T140041Z CREATED:20250402T145405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T140041Z UID:10001650-1761924600-1761931800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Hippo Halloween Parade DESCRIPTION:The annual Hippo Playground Halloween Parade invites costumed k ids to gather at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument at 89th Street and Rive rside Drive and parade to Hippo Playground. Put on your favorite costume a nd join the fun\, featuring music from Ramblin Dans Freewheelin Band! \nTh is event is fully funded by proceeds from the Hippo Spring Fair and is FRE E to attend. The Hippo Playground Project thanks our amazing sponsors and all the volunteers that help make it happen year after year! URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/hippo-halloween-parade-3/ LOCATION:Soldiers and Sailors Monument\, Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument\, NY CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/02/Older-Kids-Sports-Reception-Invite-v1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T103000 DTSTAMP:20250331T175656Z CREATED:20250326T194751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T175656Z UID:10001098-1761382800-1761388200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park Birding Club DESCRIPTION:Monthly walks through birding hotspots in Riverside Park\, led by Riverside Park Conservancy Field Staff. Learn and build a birding commu nity! Open to birders of all ages and experience. Meet at 116th Street and Riverside Drive. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the p ublic. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, f irst-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the e vent will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hou rs before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-park-birding-club-3/2025-1 0-25/ LOCATION:W 116th Street & Riverside Drive\, W 116th Street & Riverside Driv e\, New York\, United States CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/IMG_3764-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000 DTSTAMP:20250925T182227Z CREATED:20250925T182227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T182227Z UID:10002464-1760878800-1760886000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Halloween Pickleball Tournament & Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spooky season and help support the Riverside Park Pickleball Courts at this fun Halloween-themed competition. Plus enjoy Ha lloween treats\, family-fun games\, and a costume contest! \n\n\n\n\nAll p roceeds will help support the year-round maintenance of the Pickleball Cou rts in Riverside Park. \nRegister and learn more HERE \n\nRain Date: Octob er 26th. \nTournament participants will be guaranteed at least 3 matches i n the round robin. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/halloween-pickleball-tournament-fund raiser/ LOCATION:Riverside Pickleball Courts CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/01/Pickleball-scaled-e1738176507655.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251013T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251013T133000 DTSTAMP:20250331T191640Z CREATED:20250331T191640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T191640Z UID:10001450-1760356800-1760362200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Huellas De Vida (Bilingual Horticulture Tour) DESCRIPTION:Ven a celebrar la vida\, fomentar conexiones con la naturaleza y honrar los ecosistemas que nos sustentan. Foster connections with nature on this guided bilingual horticulture tour. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and av ailable on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at th e time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, ch eck nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/huellas-de-vida-bilingual-horticultu re-tour/2025-10-13/ LOCATION:W 120th Street & Riverside Drive CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/6244b27739ca6.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000 DTSTAMP:20250401T181523Z CREATED:19700101T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T181523Z UID:10001588-1759579200-1759593600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:The Little Red Lighthouse Festival DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Manhattans only remaining lighthouse with readings of the eponymous childrens book\, live music\, and activities for all ages! \nAs the Little Red Lighthouse is more than 140 years old and in need of c are\, it has been determined that the Lighthouse will again be only be ope n for a limited number of tours during this years Festival\, led by the NY C Park Rangers! As in years past\, tours will be first come\, first served . To safely and comfortably accommodate visitors\, we have reduced the tot al number of visitors we can accommodate. \nTo accomplish this years Littl e Red Lighthouse touring in a fair and efficient manner\, timed tickets wi ll be distributed beginning at noon on Saturday\, October 4. \n\nWe highly recommend that visitors looking to tour the lighthouse earlier in the day arrive before noon.\nTickets will be timed for a 40-minute window.\nTicke tholders are asked to arrive on time for their scheduled tour.\n\nThis yea r\, we will be offering additional tours of the Little Red Lighthouse outs ide of the Festival\, so attendees who are not able to visit the Lighthous e during the Festival will have additional opportunities once the Festival has concluded. \nThe Little Red Lighthouse is beloved by New Yorkers and visitors alike. Join us in our quest to ensure that the Little Red Lightho use can safely receive visitors for years to come. Together we can keep th e light shining! URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/the-little-red-lighthouse-festival-3 / LOCATION:Little Red Lighthouse\, Little Red Lighthouse CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/6245e892e0337-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T150000 DTSTAMP:20250924T152932Z CREATED:20250924T152451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T152932Z UID:10002463-1759579200-1759590000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park Forest Explorers with Council Member Gale Brewer and Riverside Park Conservancy DESCRIPTION:Join Riverside Park Conservancy & NYC Council Member Gale Brewe r at the Conservancys new solar-powered Riverside Info Center near 96th St on the Hudson River Greenway for City of Forest Day! Pick up a Tree Explo rers Guide to the parks Forever Wild woodlands\, make your own leaf pressi ng and cyanotype craft projects\, enjoy fall snacks\, and learn how to car e for NYCs urban forest. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-park-forest-explorers-with -council-member-gale-brewer-and-riverside-park-conservancy/ LOCATION:W 96th Street & Hudson River Greenway CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/08/Forest-5.2023-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251004T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251004T103000 DTSTAMP:20250402T144835Z CREATED:20250402T144835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T144835Z UID:10001647-1759568400-1759573800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Birding Walks DESCRIPTION:Explore Fort Washington Park on family-friendly birding tours s uitable for all ages. Celebrate Black Birders Week in May\, and observe th e fall migration in October! \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and op en to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a fir st-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the ev ent\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/park s/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/birding-walks/2025-10-04/ LOCATION:W 157th Street & Broadway\, W 157th Street & Broadway\, NY CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/04/IMG_5164.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250928T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250928T160000 DTSTAMP:20250331T182527Z CREATED:20250326T192556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T182527Z UID:10001360-1759064400-1759075200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Sun Gaze DESCRIPTION:The Amateur Astronomers Association and solar gazing return wit h solar telescopes specifically designed to safely look at the sun and see sunspots and prominences under a summer sky. \nSummer on the Hudson event s are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and a vailable on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at t he time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, c heck nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/sun-gaze-4/2025-09-28/ LOCATION:Pier i\, Pier i at W 70th Street\, NY CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Untitled-design-13.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250927T230000 DTSTAMP:20250331T181536Z CREATED:20250331T181535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T181536Z UID:10001026-1759003200-1759014000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Star Gazing DESCRIPTION:A summer evening in Manhattan is made complete with a great sky line and the stars\, planets\, and moon in full view. Peer heavenward to s ee celestial wonders with the help of the Amateur Astronomers Association. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis . If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canc eled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the eve nt. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/star-gazing-5-2/ LOCATION:Pier i\, Pier i at W 70th Street\, NY CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Untitled-design-8.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250927T103000 DTSTAMP:20250331T175656Z CREATED:20250326T194751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T175656Z UID:10001097-1758963600-1758969000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park Birding Club DESCRIPTION:Monthly walks through birding hotspots in Riverside Park\, led by Riverside Park Conservancy Field Staff. Learn and build a birding commu nity! Open to birders of all ages and experience. Meet at 116th Street and Riverside Drive. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the p ublic. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, f irst-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the e vent will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hou rs before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-park-birding-club-3/2025-0 9-27/ LOCATION:W 116th Street & Riverside Drive\, W 116th Street & Riverside Driv e\, New York\, United States CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/IMG_3764-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T140000 DTSTAMP:20250415T171931Z CREATED:20250326T191208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T171931Z UID:10001053-1758369600-1758376800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Billion Oyster Project Presentation DESCRIPTION:Come see and learn about the Billion Oyster Project on the Bayl anders Jungle Deck. Its the latest effort to restore our harbor! \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be cancelled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/billion-oyster-project-presentation- 4/2025-09-20/ LOCATION:Pier at W 125th & Marginal Streets\, Pier at W 125th & Marginal St reets CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/6244b77be1ead.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T180000 DTSTAMP:20250906T155409Z CREATED:20250906T155409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T155409Z UID:10002327-1757854800-1757872800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:West Side County Fair DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a full day of county fair magic in Manhattan with live ba nds\, sideshow performers\, carnival rides and games\, local vendors\, cot ton candy\, and more! \nThis years live music includes Damian Quiones\, Ka cie Hill\, and square dancing with City Stompers. Bindlestiff Family Cirku s returns with jaw-dropping sideshow performances featuring Fulanitos Adve nture and Paris the Hip Hop Juggler. Enjoy roving performers from Cassidy Haley Productions. The fair will also feature an exciting pop-up by the Ne w York Handmade Collective! \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and ope n to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a firs t-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the eve nt\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks /soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/west-side-county-fair-3/ LOCATION:Pier i\, Pier i at W 70th Street\, NY CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/02/34.png ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250914T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250914T133000 DTSTAMP:20250331T191640Z CREATED:20250331T191640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T191640Z UID:10001449-1757851200-1757856600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Huellas De Vida (Bilingual Horticulture Tour) DESCRIPTION:Ven a celebrar la vida\, fomentar conexiones con la naturaleza y honrar los ecosistemas que nos sustentan. Foster connections with nature on this guided bilingual horticulture tour. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and av ailable on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at th e time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, ch eck nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/huellas-de-vida-bilingual-horticultu re-tour/2025-09-14/ LOCATION:W 120th Street & Riverside Drive CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/6244b27739ca6.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR