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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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Claws Up, America! Crab Week is Back (With Even More Crabs)A look back at 2024’s Crabstravaganza — a time for our friendly neighborhood decapods to scuttle into the spotlight! -
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks on the Hudson RiverFor the first time in 11 years, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, the largest fireworks display in the nation, returns to the Hudson River. Hudson River Park has been working closely with Macy’s, the City of New York, the New York Police Department and other local agencies to ensure a safe viewing for everyone. The… -
Honoring Juneteenth in Hudson River ParkThroughout the week of Juneteenth, Hudson River Park welcomes you to join events that celebrate local Black artists and voices and create opportunities for celebration of, and reflection on, this vital part of America’s history. -
Celebrate Pride in Hudson River ParkThroughout Pride Month, our lineup of events celebrates LGBTQIA+ voices and creates opportunities for communities to come together in our west side backyard. -
Discover Hudson River Park’s 2024 Summer Events LineupJoin us for Hudson River Park’s 2024 event season, featuring hundreds of free and fun events connecting communities to the river. -
Where to Watch the Eclipse from Hudson River ParkScope out your spot — and plan to safely view — the solar eclipse from Hudson River Park! There will be a partial solar eclipse visible in New York City on Monday, April 8. Check out these locations within HRPK where you can pick up safety glasses and watch the eclipse, and be sure to… -
Your Pup & Your Park: A Dog Parent’s Guide to Hudson River ParkPark time is an important part of your routine with your furry best friend, and dog families like yours are a vital part of our Hudson River Park community. When you’re in the Park with your pup, we ask that you follow certain rules and guidelines so that everyone—on two legs and four—can enjoy the… -
Get to Know Your Local PlanktonEach year around this time, we look forward to a special seasonal event that our waterways experience: the plankton bloom. This explosion in plankton population jumpstarts our local Hudson River aquatic ecosystem after a long, cold winter. Learn about some of the plankton we see in the Hudson River. -
A Milestone Year to RememberAs we wind down our 25th Anniversary year, we’re sharing some of what made this milestone year in the Park one for the record books. -
Meet the WasteShark, our Newest Tool Against Plastic PollutionA new high-tech helper is joining our River Project team for shoreline cleanups in Hudson River Park. Help us choose a name for the WasteShark! -
The Fascinating Life of 13th AvenueDid you know that part of Manhattan’s shore once extended further into the Hudson River? Gansevoort Peninsula is all that remains of a much larger expansion, our city’s short-lived 13th Avenue. -
Keeping the Fun Going in September and Beyond with Free EventsThere are still plenty of free, fun programs to enjoy in Hudson River Park this month — and beyond!