Riverside Park Conservancy — Kids' Classes, Ages & Prices

Art in the Park invites children ages 3-8 to learn about their local environment through a mix of arts & crafts activities. This hands-on, place-based curriculum builds kids’ appreciation for the plants, pollinators,…

Art in the Park invites children ages 3-8 to learn about their local environment through a mix of arts & crafts activities. This hands-on, place-based curriculum builds kids’ appreciation for the plants, pollinators,…

Join Summer on the Hudson and Ballroom Basix USA for fitness, fun, and fancy footwork! Ballroom Basix provides physical, social, emotional and multicultural engagement through the etiquette and education of…

Come see and learn about the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. It’s the latest effort to restore our harbor! Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited,…

Explore Riverside Park on a family-friendly bird walk in partnership with NYC Bird Alliance . Some binoculars available, but bring a pair if you have them! Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public.…

Music and kites fill the air at this festival for all ages celebrating simple fun. Make-your-own kite kits are provided free for kids (while supplies last), or bring your own favorite kite from home. Summer on the…

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association to safely observe the central star of our solar system. Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a…

Riverside Park Playground Partners invite costumed kids to gather at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument at 89th Street and Riverside Drive and parade to Hippo Playground. Put on your favorite costume and join the fun.…

Riverside Playground Partners presents their annual summer concert series, fully funded by proceeds from the Hippo Playground Spring Fair. July 22 – Michael Napolitano July 29 – Esther Crow Aug 5 – Suzi Shelton Aug 12 –…

Riverside Playground Partners presents their annual summer concert series, fully funded by proceeds from the Hippo Playground Spring Fair. July 22 – Michael Napolitano July 29 – Esther Crow Aug 5 – Suzi Shelton Aug 12 –…

Riverside Playground Partners presents their annual summer concert series, fully funded by proceeds from the Hippo Playground Spring Fair. July 22 – Michael Napolitano July 29 – Esther Crow Aug 5 – Suzi Shelton Aug 12 –…

Visit the renovated locomotive in Riverside Park South and learn about the rail history of Manhattan’s West Side from a member of Conservancy Staff. Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating…

Join us at the 95th Street Compost Compound for a behind-the-scenes look at the Conservancy’s diverse fleet of vehicles. Meet staff members, explore our cars, trucks, and heavy equipment, and learn how they help advance…

Pack a picnic, bring a friend, and settle in for a night of family-friendly movies in the Park. Movie begins at dusk, around 8:15pm. Open captioned. August 6: Strange World (2022) | PG | 1hr 42m August 13: Vivo (2021) |…

Join The Movement Creative for a 6-week series to learn the basics of parkour. Build your strength, agility, coordination, and mobility with fun drills, partner exercises, and games to learn jumping, vaulting, swinging,…

Expert stargazers from the Amateur Astronomers Association help us observe stars and planets. Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come,…

Join us for a fun weekly story hour featuring rotating books and special guest readers who bring each story to life! Bring your little ones to a joyful weekly story hour designed to spark imagination, creativity, and a…

Celebrate Manhattan’s only remaining lighthouse with readings of the eponymous children’s book, live music, and activities for all ages! As the Little Red Lighthouse is more than 140 years old and in need of care, it…

Dynamic coaches from Carlos Oliveira Soccer Academy help children 5 and under learn soccer skills and develop self-confidence in a fun, non-competitive environment. Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the…

Enjoy a full day of county fair magic in Manhattan with live bands, sideshow performers, carnival amusements, local vendors, and cotton candy. Check back in August for featured performers. Rain date September 13. Summer…