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Whether you’re interested in our environmental research, educational offerings, sustainability initiatives, cultural programming, volunteer opportunities or vibrant year-round horticulture and wildlife, you’ve come to the right place. Enjoy getting to know your west side backyard!
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Celebrate 200 Years of the Erie Canal as the Seneca Chief Arrives in the ParkThis week, the Seneca Chief, a 73-foot replica of the original Erie Canal Boat, will stop at Pier 26 as part of its Bicentennial Voyage from Buffalo to NYC in celebration of 200 years since the completion of the Erie Canal. -
Your Guide to Fall Events in the ParkHudson River Park’s fall event lineup brings New Yorkers together to celebrate the season by the River. Dance under the stars, discover Hudson River wildlife, find new ways to stay active along our four miles of waterfront and more. Seasonal Celebrations From migrating monarchs to changing foliage, fall is one of the most beautiful times… -
A Look Back at 25 Years of Blues BBQThe sound of soulful blues music and the enticing scent of barbecue carrying on a river breeze. Golden hour light glows on the Hudson River as New Yorkers sway to the music, savor delicious food and enjoy one of the highlights of the year in Hudson River Park. This is Blues BBQ Festival, and this… -
25 Years of Blues, BBQ and Celebrating Summer in Hudson River ParkBlues, barbecue and summer on the river — Hudson River Park’s Blues BBQ Festival turns 25 this year, and we’re marking the milestone with music, flavor and plenty of soul. -
Broadway by the Boardwalk Returns: A Free Star-Studded Summer in Your BackyardOn Monday nights from July 7 through August 11 the waterfront comes alive with free, all-ages concerts bringing unforgettable performances featuring Broadway legends to the Park! -
A Conversation with Michele Byrd-McPhee: Honoring Black Dance & Legacy at Hudson River Park’s Juneteenth CelebrationJuneteenth, observed each year on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Texas to enforce freedom for the last enslaved Black Americans — more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Celebrated by Black communities since the late 19th century, Juneteenth is both a day of reflection on the history… -
LGBTQIA+ History Park Art and Monument WalkHudson River Park’s Greenwich Village waterfront is home to public art and monuments that celebrate NYC’s LGBTQIA+ community and honor its history. -
This Pride Month, Connect with the Park as a Place for Community and Creative ExpressionAs we celebrate Pride, we embrace and honor the LGBTQIA+ history of our waterfront and surrounding neighborhoods. We’re sharing resources where you can learn more about this history through art, written records, tours and other learning tools. -
Hudson River Park’s 2025 Season Brings Science, Music, Movement and Discovery to the WaterfrontThis spring and summer, Hudson River Park is bringing our four-mile riverfront to life with hundreds of free and exciting events. From sunset dance parties and live music to hands-on science and waterfront workouts, the 2025 season features programming for the community in every neighborhood the Park touches — and we can’t wait for you… -
What Triggers the Hudson River’s Spring Plankton Bloom?Though it’s been a particularly snowy winter, one of our favorite signs of spring is finally here in Hudson River Park: the plankton bloom! This annual phenomenon takes place under the surface of the Hudson River, as drifting plants, animals and other organisms, collectively called plankton, begin to rapidly reproduce and multiply. Plankton may be… -
Celebrate Nature and Community in Hudson River Park this FallWhether you’re passionate about sustainability, eager to learn more about local wildlife, interested in joining community celebrations, or looking to explore creativity in nature, Hudson River Park’s fall event lineup offers something for everyone. -
Blues BBQ Festival Returns this WeekendHudson River Park’s 24th annual Blues BBQ Festival returns to Pier 76 on Saturday, August 10, featuring a sizzling mix of blues music, mouth-watering food and community fun.