Park Stories

Discover the latest from Hudson River Park! Find fun tips for your next visit, read up on upcoming events and dig deeper into exciting Park initiatives.

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!

HRPK’s New Look: Bold, Bright and Now—Illuminated

Headed to HRPK after dusk? You’re in for a radiant welcome.

A “Day in the Life” of the Hudson River

This month, we invited thousands of local students to discover HRPK's marine habitat as we celebrated a “Day in the Life of the Hudson and Harbor.”

From Pumpkin Painting to Puppies, Your Guide to HRPK Fall Fest

Join us for a day of free, family-friendly fall fun at HRPK's Fall Fest.

20th Anniversary Gala: A Milestone to Remember

We celebrated Hudson River Park's 20th Anniversary Gala, where more than 1,000 of HRPK's most enthusiastic supporters rejoiced in how far our waterfront has come in two short decades and toasted to the exciting future that lies ahead.

Top Twelve Animals You’ll Meet at HRPK’s SUBMERGE

Hudson River Park’s SUBMERGE Marine Science Festival is less than a week away, and we can’t wait for this activity-packed celebration of our coastal waters!

Marine Science Takes the Stage at HRPK’s SUBMERGE

Ready to dive into marine science? SUBMERGE brings science to life with interactive experiments, catch-and-release fishing, kayaking, opportunities to meet the creatures that thrive in our estuary and a Science Stage that you won’t want to miss.

What’s on Your HRPK Summer Bucket List?

It’s no secret that our green, breezy piers and bustling riverfront are an NYC summertime dream—make Hudson River Park your destination this Labor Day Weekend!