Chalk Art Fest

FREE street chalk drawing event led by Ghana-born, Bronx artist Tijay Mohammed.  Create temporary art inspired by Adinkra and Uli symbols of West Africa, which adopt the spirit of the human body using basic geometric and abstract shapes, animals, and floral designs. Adinkra and Uli symbols promote healing while capturing joy, love, freedom, hope, pride,...

Caribeando Music and Dance Workshops with Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe

This community interactive workshop series featuring Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe introduces the traditional genres of Bomba and Plena.  Participants will learn Bomba and Plena dances, drum patterns, piquetes (dance improvisation), and songs. Workshops will be held on Saturdays, September 7 and 21st from 1 to 3pm  next to the Enslaved African & Kingsbridge Burial Ground...

The Aeolian Trio Concert

The Aeolian Trio Concert Saturday, September 14, 2024 2pm to 3:30pm Van Cortlandt House Museum Lawn Van Cortlandt Park Alliance presents The Aeolian Trio as part of their 3-week US...

Pathways to the Past: Enslaved African Legacy Tour

Join VCPA's Arts Integration Strategist, Ashley Hart Adams, on a guided walk that will enlighten participants on the true history that shaped Van Cortlandt Park. For approximately 200 years, the...

Rising NYRR at the Cross Country Course #1

Kids of all ages and abilities can experience the joys of cross country running in Van Cortlandt Park! Registration for this event is FREE and open to participants ages 2...

Event Series Super Seedlings

Super Seedlings

Super Seedlings is a FREE, drop-in gardening program for kids ages 2-7 and their caregivers. Each session will have a fun seasonal theme to explore, nature crafts, garden produce to harvest,...

Rising NYRR at the Cross Country Course #2

Kids of all ages and abilities can experience the joys of cross country running in Van Cortlandt Park! Registration for this event is FREE and open to participants ages 2 to...

Hike-toberfest 2024

Support the Park! Hike-then-sip at VCPA’s Annual Hike-toberfest! Hike in the park followed by a classic Oktoberfest celebration, complete with local beer, German food, live music, lawn games, and more. Tickets...

Garden Cover Crop Community Workshop with NYRP

Learn how to prepare garden beds for the winter with cover crop! Join New York Restoration Project’s Urban Agriculture Team to learn all about the process and benefits of covering your...

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