Get up and dance to the energetic and joyful music of Liliana Araújo and her band, as they perform stirring forró music from rural northeast Brazil. Their music features accordion, zambumba and triangle, sharing Brazilian traditions through dance and song. …
Through the use of traditional West African instruments, Mane Kadang dance company's infections dance, drum, and spirit transport audiences to the troupe's beloved Africa. Dances are led by Founding Director, Maguette Camara. Presented by BPC Parks Programming. Energetic, joyful community …
The Flamenco dance and music that we experience today are the result of the blending of many cultures in southern Spain over centuries. Let Sonioa Olla & Ismael Fernandez guide you through the lighting-fast footwork of this traditional dance form. …
Fourteenth annual BPC Halloween Dog Parade. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes, tail-wagging and more. Rain date November 1st.
The 14th annual Battery Park City Block Party will be held on Esplanade Plaza and Kowsky Plaza. This yearly celebration features local musicians and entertainment, children’s rides, food from area restaurants and a flea market sponsored by BPC seniors.
Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the end of WWII at the Battery Park City Parks Conservancy's Victory Day Family Swing Dance. Swing dancing and Lindy-hopping to the "Big Band" music of the Harlem Renaissance Orchestra. Instructor Samuel Coleman will teach …
Put on your dancing shoes and bring the whole family out for an evening of energetic community dancing for all ages. North of Amarillo will play an upbeat mix of classic country music that will have the whole family on …
Bump, Set, SPIKE! Every Wednesday evening, Esplanade Plaza hosts an after work volleyball game for adults. Battery Park City Parks Conservancy will provide the scorekeeper and the ball, and will instruct newcomers in the basics of the game. Esplanade …
Many people are challenged when trying to draw the human figure. The Battery Park City Parks Conservancy offers everyone a chance to improve their skills through a wonderful outdoor figure drawing class. Figure al Fresco meets each Wednesday afternoon from …
Back by popular demand, the Battery Park City Parks Conservancy is offering its free weekly drop-in Tai Chi class on Friday mornings from May through October. Esplanade Plaza is located just a few feet from the Hudson River where the …