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All programs and events are free to the public unless specifically noted. For full calendar: nyc.gov/parks/soh

Summer on the Hudson is Riverside Park’s annual outdoor arts and culture festival that takes place from 59th Street - 181st Street along the Hudson River from May to October.

11/03/2026

If you've ever wanted to get a closer look at our park vehicles, we have just the thing for you! Join us on Saturday, November 7th at the 95th St. Compost Compound for Meet the Fleet, where you can get up close and personal with pieces of construction equipment, UTVs, and trucks, and meet the crew that operates them! 🛻🚜🚨

☔️ Please note: In case of heavy rain, the event will be canceled. Check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event for weather updates.

10/18/2026

It's that time of year 🎃 We've got two Halloween parades the whole family will love! Join us on October 24th for our Pup Parade, and October 31st for the Hippo Halloween Parade with live music from . Learn more by clicking the link in our bio! 👻✨

10/12/2026

Health & Wellness classes are BACK at the Field House! Join us on Mondays for Bodyroll, Wednesdays for Yoga, and Thursdays for Pilates 💪 Free and open to all — come early, seating is first-come, first-served. Check out the link in our bio to learn more!

10/03/2026

Summer may be over but the fun doesn't stop! Check out some of our upcoming events all over the park. Stay tuned for health & wellness and Halloween events 👀Click the link in our bio to learn more! Riverside Park Conservancy

09/30/2026

The Little Red Lighthouse Festival returns this weekend, featuring performances by , .ensemble, , and a special presentation of Jessica Ann Carp’s Little Red Lighthouse Musical!

As the Little Red Lighthouse is more than 140 years old and in need of care, it has been determined that the Lighthouse will again be only be open for a limited number of tours during this year’s Festival, led by the NYC Park Rangers! As in years past, tours will be first come, first served, with tickets distributed on site at 12pm. To safely and comfortably accommodate visitors, we have reduced the total number of visitors we can accommodate, and tours are limited to the first 200 attendees.

Don't miss out on all the fun- we'll see you there! Riverside Park Conservancy New York City Department of Parks & Recreation

09/24/2026

Celebrate Manhattan’s only remaining lighthouse on Saturday, October 3rd with the Urban Park Rangers, readings of the eponymous children’s book, live music, local organizations, and activities for all ages! Featuring performances by Moosiki Kids, Leadlights Ensemble, General Mischief Dance Theatre, and a special presentation of Jessica Ann Carp’s Little Red Lighthouse Musical.

As the Little Red Lighthouse is more than 140 years old and in need of care, it has been determined that the Lighthouse will again be only be open for a limited number of tours during this year’s Festival, led by the NYC Park Rangers! As in years past, tours will be first come, first served, with tickets distributed on site at 12pm. To safely and comfortably accommodate visitors, we have reduced the total number of visitors we can accommodate, and tours are limited to the first 200 attendees.

The Little Red Lighthouse is beloved by New Yorkers and visitors alike. Join us in our quest to ensure that the Little Red Lighthouse can safely receive visitors for years to come. Together we can keep the light shining! Riverside Park Conservancy New York City Department of Parks & Recreation

09/16/2026

Uptown Film Center joins us this Saturday, 9/18, for a special screening of IN THE HEIGHTS (2021) as part of their “Tales of Summer” pop up series! Bring a picnic blankets or chair and we'll see you on the lawn at the 96th St. Clay Tennis Courts! 🍿

Free and open to all — come early, seating is first-come, first-served. Check out the link in our bio to learn more!

09/08/2026

Sunset Sounds with is back! Join us this Friday to see a wonderful sunset performance from , which we had to postpone back in August due to weather. Free and open to all — come early, seating is first-come, first-served. Check out the link in our bio to learn more!
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A modern version of the classic George Shearing piano trios, Trio Ca****bo draws from a repertoire of standards, jazz and pop tunes to seamlessly meld a beat that can move a crowd. Led by the versatile pianist Marcus Persiani, who has worked with a wide variety of major artists including Willie Colon, Mario Bauza, the Sugar Hill Quartet and George Coleman, the band also features the talented conguero Matthew Gonzalez.

09/04/2026

We have so many wonderful artists sharing their talents at the West Side County Fair this Sunday, September 6th! Swipe to learn more about this amazing groups ↔ The fun kicks off at 1pm- we will see you there!
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09/02/2026

...did we mention it's all FREE? 📽🍿 Join us in the park this month for one, two, or all three of our upcoming movie nights! Pack a blanket or a chair and some snacks, and we'll do the rest. Check out the link in our bio to learn more!

Address

59th To 181st Along The Hudson River
Manhattan, NY
10069

Website

http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/summer_on_the_hudson, http://linktr.ee/SummerOnTheHudson

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