outdoorFREEHispanic Heritage Month: Monarch Migration
NYC Parks · Citywide
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with NYC Parks! The Urban Park Rangers lead the way as we interpret the journey of the monarch butterfly.
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Things to Do with Kids in Citywide This Weekend
September 26–27, 2026 · 6 events
This weekend, NYC Parks offers a range of free, drop-in events across the city. From fishing and seining to nature hikes and clean-ups, there are hands-on ways to explore local ecosystems. Each event is led by Urban Park Rangers and requires no registration.
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outdoorFREEThis event connects Hispanic Heritage Month to the monarch butterfly's migration, offering a cultural and natural history lesson. It starts at 11:00 AM on Sunday, making it an early option for families.
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outdoorFREESeining and Shore Exploration
NYC Parks · Citywide
Using a seine net, we will sample the shallow waters to discover fish, crabs, and other marine creatures living just offshore.
Drop-in
Using a seine net, participants can discover fish, crabs, and other marine creatures in shallow waters. This hands-on exploration is a drop-in activity at noon on Sunday.
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outdoorFREEBeginner Fishing
NYC Parks · Citywide
Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and the ecology of our waterways. All equipment will be provided. Recommended for ages 8 and older.
Ages 8+Drop-in
Experienced Rangers teach fishing ethics and waterway ecology, with all equipment provided. Recommended for ages 8 and older, this Sunday afternoon session is free and drop-in.
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FREEAutumn Wildflower ID Walk
NYC Parks · Citywide
Watch pollinators preparing for winter and learn about how asters and other fall flowers are beneficial and beautiful parts of our local ecosystem.
Drop-in
This walk focuses on autumn wildflowers and their role in supporting pollinators as winter approaches. It's a free, drop-in opportunity on Sunday afternoon to learn about local ecosystems.
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outdoorFREENature Exploration Hike
NYC Parks · Citywide
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a walk through Inwood Hill Park and find out what plants and animals call this Forever Wild site home.
Drop-in
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a hike through Inwood Hill Park to see what plants and animals live in this Forever Wild site. This Saturday afternoon walk is free and drop-in.
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outdoorFREECoastal Exploration and Clean Up
NYC Parks · Citywide
Join the Urban Park Rangers to learn about the ecological importance of New York Harbor to humans and wildlife. give back to the planet with a shoreline trash clean-up.
Drop-in
Participants learn about New York Harbor's ecological importance and then help with a shoreline trash clean-up. This Saturday afternoon event is free and drop-in.