Battery Park City Authority
ADULT ZUMBA
Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza North End Ave &, Vesey St, New York, NY, United StatesExercise 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.
FALL EQUINOX GARDEN PARTY
Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United StatesWind down your week in the Children’s Garden and celebrate the changing of the seasons. Enjoy fall-blooming flowers, treats from the garden, and a fun take-home craft in a festive atmosphere. Plus a performance by Sarabesque. All ages welcome.
OUTDOOR PILATES
Wagner Park 20 Battery Place, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Club Pilates in a series of controlled movements that emphasize proper form and breathing techniques to strengthen and improve flexibility in the core, back, and lower body.
DRAWING IN THE PARK
South Cove Park 50 Battery Pl., New York, NY, United StatesPaint 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.
BPC BLOCK PARTY
Esplanade Plaza South End Ave. & Liberty Street, New York, NY, United StatesA revived neighborhood tradition returns to Battery Park City this fall, with children’s games and family activities, live musical performances featuring talent from the neighborhood, local business and restaurant vendors, contests, prizes, and much more! To participate email: info.bpc@bpca.ny.gov.
E-WASTE DRIVE
Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza North End Ave &, Vesey St, New York, NY, United StatesCo-presented with The Lower East Side Ecology Center, donate your unwanted electronics for e-waste reuse and recycling. Recycling your electronic waste decreases energy and water use, reduces pollution, and keeps hazardous chemicals out of our air and water.
FALL BIRDWATCHING
South Cove Park 50 Battery Pl., New York, NY, United StatesWhat birds live in your backyard? Join us this spring 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.
MORNING MEDITATION
6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York, United StatesStart 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.
SENIOR GROUP EXERCISE
Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza North End Ave &, Vesey St, New York, NY, United StatesStrengthen 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, and strength training. Come join the group and work out to great music!
PLAY AND STORY TIME AT THE PARK HOUSE
Rockefeller Park House River Terrace & Murray Street, New York, NYCalling 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.
PARENT & BABY YOGA
6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York, United StatesEnjoy 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
MEET THE BEEKEEPER
Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United StatesJoin a presentation and talk led by Alveole beekeepers at the Battery Park City hive located at the Chambers St. entrance to Rockefeller Park. Learn about the importance of urban beekeeping and its benefit to sustainability efforts in BPC and throughout the city.
CHILDREN’S SOCCER (Ages 3-5)
Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United StatesKickstart your afternoon with soccer! Practice the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, 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.
TUNES & TALES FOR TODDLERS
Teardrop Park Warren Street, New York, NY, United StatesCalling all toddlers! Interactive music-making, storytelling and more. For toddlers through preschool-aged children and accompanying adults. Adults participate throughout the program.
JUNIOR NATURALISTS CLUB
Wagner Park 20 Battery Place, New York, NY, United StatesExplore the wondrous ecosystems of Battery Park City through a naturalists’ lens. Young environmental stewards will practice observing wildlife using binoculars, learn catch-and-release fishing skills, and identify native plants in a fun and safe setting. Nature journaling and other fun projects will augment the study. Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov
Children’s Soccer (Ages 6-10)
Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United StatesKickstart your afternoon with soccer! Practice the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, 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.
WAGNER PARK SUSTAINABILITY TOUR
Wagner Park 20 Battery Place, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BPCA and sustainability experts from Atelier Ten for a guided walking tour that will reveal the park’s hidden climate-smart features, from storm water systems to cutting-edge building technology. Discover how Wagner Park is shaping a greener, more resilient future—one step at a time. Email registration@bpca.ny.gov to sign up.