August 29-30, 2026
FREESat, Aug 29 · 10:30 AM
The Skyscraper Museum · Battery Park City
Compare the architecture and engineering of the museum's neighbor, the Battery Park City “Green School” and a skyscraper, the Empire State Building, to see how buildings of different sizes can use des
FREESat, Aug 29 · 11:00 AM
Quisqueya Plaza · Inwood
HOPE is giving away 2,000 backpacks filled with school supplies, one per child, child must be present, while supplies last, plus free books at two literacy stations.
FREESat, Aug 29 · 2:00 PM
Sail Central Park- Kerbs Boathouse · Central Park
Tweens and young teens get an introduction to sailing, ocean science, and maritime skills through RC (remote-controlled) sailing, knot-tying workshops, opportunities to meet young sailors and Ocean Ra
FREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
95th Street Compost Compound · Upper West Side
Visit the 95th Street Compost Compound for a behind-the-scenes look at the Conservancy’s diverse fleet of vehicles. Meet staff members, explore cars, trucks, and heavy equipment, and learn how they he
Sat, Aug 29 · 2:00 PM
Target East Harlem Community Garden · East Harlem
Head through the looking glass and snag some school supplies. NYSoM presents an Alice in Wonderland-themed giveaway at the community garden.
sportsFREESat, Aug 29 · 8:30 AM
Margaret Corbin Circle · Washington Heights
Explore Fort Tryon Park while you exercise! Join Nancy Bruning for free Fitness at the Fort with walking, stairs, stretching, and nature on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays.
outdoorFREESat, Aug 29 · 9:00 AM
Inwood Hill Park · Inwood
Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health.
outdoorFREESat, Aug 29 · 9:30 AM
Anne Loftus Playground · Washington Heights
Start your weekend with free Zumba in Fort Tryon Park! Join Grace Bustos every Saturday at 9:30 AM for a fun, high-energy dance workout for all fitness levels.
outdoorFREESat, Aug 29 · 9:30 AM
Battery Urban Farm · Financial District
Stop by Battery Urban Farm on Saturday mornings (and Wednesday mornings in August) to learn about what we're growing, taste some produce, and maybe even get your hands dirty!
FREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
BPL- Macon Library · Stuyvesant Heights
A welcoming exercise class focused on helping participants feel stronger, more mobile, and more energized in daily life.
playspaceFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
NYPL Washington Heights Library · Washington Heights
Open Play: Popup Playtime! is a free playspace session for kids at the NYPL Washington Heights Library. It is a drop-in activity with no registration required, welcoming families to use the library’s
movementFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Samuel Seabury Playground · Carnegie Hill
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
movementFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Sol Lain Playground · Cooperative Village
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
movementFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Play Area · Manhattan Valley
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
FREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Dance Room · Washington Heights
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout
FREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Dance Room · East Harlem
This high-energy total body workout will keep you moving with challenging yet fun bodyweight circuits.
yogaFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
East River Picnic Area · Harlem
Guided by a beloved, local yoga instructor, participants will flow through a calming and grounding sequence against the backdrop of the uptown skyline.
FREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Pier 35 · Two Bridges
Bodyweight Circuit Training is an energetic yet low impact exercise class that will get your muscles moving!
basketballFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Basketball Courts · Washington Heights
The Summer Sports Experience program engages children in active outdoor play. An NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC’s playgrounds.
outdoorFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
Catbird Playground · Yorkville
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!