Events

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Esplanade Plaza
Time: 8:30am – 9:30am

Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages. 

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

Exercise in disguise! Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Bring your friends and come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. 

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Little West Street @2nd Place
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

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A variety of lawn and board games will be made available to borrow and play over the lunch hour, while a DJ spins your favorite beats. Dominoes, cornhole, ping-pong and more —get a group together and come out to play! No program on 10/6.  Free to attend, Drop ins welcome, Click HERE to let us know you’re coming.

Guest DJ’s:

9/15 & 9/29 – DJ Reagonomics

9/22 & 10/13 – DJ Susan Z. Anthony

10/20 & 10/27 – DJ Peter Gunn

Location: 6 River Terrace
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Families are invited to a screening of the animated film based on a children’s book written by Dr. Seuss. Twelve-year-old Ted lives in a place virtually devoid of nature; no flowers or trees grow in the town of Thneedville. Ted delves into the story of the Lorax, once the gruff guardian of the forest, and the Once-ler, who let greed overtake his respect for nature.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: South Cove Park
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media. 

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm

In celebration of Climate Week, join us for a fun zero waste activity, nature walk and live performance by the Esther Crow Family Band.

10:30AM: ART WALK

11AM: FAMILY CONCERT

11:45AM NATURE WALK

*In the event of inclement weather the performance will move indoors.
RAIN LOCATION: 6 River Terrace (map)

Location: Esplanade Plaza
Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Join art historian Jordan Isaac for a look at the power of public art. Though their art was created 36 years apart, artist team Siah Armajani and Scott Burton and artist James Yaya Hough were commissioned to create site-specific public art in Battery Park City’s communal spaces to welcome people to gather, enjoy art, reflect, converse and deepen their connections.

At the crossroads of Battery Park City, Waterfront Plaza was designed by lead architect Cesar Pelli with Armajani, an Iranian exile artist, architect, scholar and activist, and Burton, whose creativity was a combination of sculpture, furniture and surrounding open spaces. Hough introduces history, mythology, spirituality, and vivid narratives in his compositions such as Justice Reflected that invites reflection on justice, injustice, hope and humanity.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: South Cove Park
Time: 9:00am – 9:45am

What birds live in your backyard? Join us this fall migration season to find out! This series of birdwatching outings is fun for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, we will explore the parks of BPC, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided, or bring your own.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: 6 River Terrace
Time: 9:45am – 10:15am

Start your day by balancing your mind, body, and spirit during instructor guided meditation. This renowned practice lowers blood pressure, reduces stress, and strengthens the immune system. 

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: 6 River Terrace
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

Strengthen the whole body from warm-up to cool-down with various fun exercises. The instructor will lead you in rhythmic movement and aerobics, balance and coordination exercises, as well as strength training. Come join the group and workout to great music! No program on 9/4, and 10/09. 

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park House
Time: 10:30am – 11:45am

Calling all toddlers! Play is the cornerstone of early childhood development, and playing together is a great way to build a community of young children and caregivers. Plus: stick around for story time! Adults participate throughout the program. 

Location: 6 River Terrace
Time: 1:00pm – 2:15pm

FREE PROGRAM: REGISTRATION REQUIRED, SPACE IS LIMITED.

Enjoy yoga in a safe, supportive environment while learning postures and exercises specifically suited for new parents and babies — newborns through crawling.

Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Children ages 6-10, are invited to play in pop-up clinics on select days off from school this fall. Join BPCA coaches for a skills session ending in a scrimmage open to all levels. Our regular afterschool programs will follow. Registration recommended, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov

MONDAY, SEP25 – KICKBALL

TUESDAY, NOV07 – FLAG FOOTBALL

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:00pm – 3:30pm

Kickstart your afternoon with flag football! Practice the basics of passing, receiving, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Meet new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. No program on 10/9.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:45pm – 4:30pm

Kickstart your afternoon with flag football! Practice the basics of passing, receiving, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Meet new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. No program on 10/9.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

Exercise in disguise! Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Bring your friends and come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. 

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 10:30am – 11:15am

A wonderful opportunity for little gardeners and their accompanying adults to get a bug’s-eye-view of the world! Join us as we read stories about the life within our garden beds and then head into the Children’s Garden to water, dig, and admire the plants and flowers all around us! Together, we will observe the changing seasons and learn about the pollinators and other insects who help our plants thrive. Gardening is a great introduction to teaching us how to care for the environment. No program on 7/4.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: 200 Rector Place
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm

On the fourth Tuesday each month this fall, drop by the Community Room for a book club discussion of well-regarded contemporary works. Each session will feature questions and talking points to help readers further connect to the story:

SEP26 The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Díaz

OCT24 Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

NOV28 Tracks by Louise Erdrich

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: 200 Rector Place
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Join a dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own. For more information email: 200rector@bpca.ny.gov

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:00pm – 3:30pm

Kickstart your afternoon with lacrosse! Practice the basics of passing, receiving,and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Meet new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:15pm – 4:45pm

CHILDREN’S GARDENING CLUB
TUESDAYS, MAY02-OCT24
3:15-4:45PM, ROCKEFELLER PARK
FOR AGES 6-10
FREE PROGRAM: REGISTRATION REQUIRED, SPACE IS LIMITED.

Discover the fun and rewards of tending a garden. Plant annuals and native perennials, and take part in watering, weeding, composting, and other green gardening practices. Learn how our resilient garden provides food for pollinating insects and birds. Fun nature studies and art projects will augment the program. For children who love nature and like to get dirty! Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov No program on 7/4.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up (adults welcome). No program on 7/4.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:45pm – 4:30pm

Kickstart your afternoon with lacrosse! Practice the basics of passing, receiving, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Meet new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rector Park East
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park House
Time: 10:30am – 11:15am

Award winning family music performers lead families with little ones in rocking sing-a-longs! Today’s program features Divinity Roxx

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: 200 Rector Place
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Directed by Church Street School of Music, the chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the year. 

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rector Park East
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Teardrop Park
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

Explore the unique environment of Teardrop Park while creating dynamic art. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Referencing our Zero Waste Initiative, projects with a focus on recycled, upcycled, and reused materials will inspire artists to care for our world in creative ways! Art supplies provided. Dress for a mess! For ages 5 and up.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park House
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come first serve.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Esplanade Plaza
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm

SELECT THURSDAYS
MAY04-OCT26
9AM – 5PM , ESPLANADE PLAZA

An exciting fusion of badminton and tennis, pickleball has been proven to strengthen muscles, boost cardiovascular health, and enhance brain function. Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis. Permits are also available at bpca.ny.gov. No program 5/18, 6/15