Hike (or Run or Walk) 26.2 miles in Van Cortlandt Park in 2026! The Challenge: Hike 26.2 miles in Van Cortlandt Park anytime during 2026, post on social media (@vcpalliance) from the park to spread the word, and wear your 26.2 in ‘26 Finisher’s Pin with pride once you attain your goal (because you earned...
Turnip to volunteer and help us take care of our Learning Garden! Volunteers will help care for our garden, maintain compost bins, weed, water, and harvest produce. No gardening experience...
THE PHIL IS BACK!!! And, as always, it is FREE for all to enjoy. Pack a picnic, BYOB (bring your own blanket), and get ready for a lovely evening on the Parade Ground.
Please note: Trail Work Thursday has been canceled for 7/16 due to Poor Air Quality. Be a part of the community effort to care for the trails in Van Cortlandt...
Join us for invasive species removal at the peak of the growing season. June is when invasives are easiest to spot and most vulnerable to removal — your work opens...
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and NYC Bird Alliance invite you to join us during 4 weekend mornings of birding in the park this spring. Explore Van Cortlandt Park's ecologically diverse...
Summer Edition: Water Chestnut removal on Van Cortlandt Lake. Join us to remove invasive water chestnut and restore the lake ecosystem. When: Wednesdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Note: no...
Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. June will be busting out all over the park! In June, parent...
RAIN OR SHINE! Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Arts Ensemble invite you to an outdoor celebration of Juneteenth at the Enslaved Burial Ground and the Van Cortlandt House Museum....
Nice holiday weekends bring lots of visitors to the park. Lots of visitors make a mess! Volunteers are needed to help keep the park tidy. Join the Van Cortlandt Park...
Enjoy a performance and demonstration of Mexican Folklorico Dance on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. Van Cortlandt Park Alliance is thrilled to welcome Calpulli Mexican Dance Company to Van Cortlandt Park for the first time for a performance and demonstration on Mexican Folklorico Dance. Founded in 2003 in New York City, Calpulli Mexican Dance...
Join us for a crafty afternoon in our garden! Create a collage based on your relationship with food while sipping some herbal iced tea! In this free workshop, each participant will spend time...
