Let’s Talk About Slavery in VCP – Virtual
Join us for a virtual presentation of the history of slavery in Van Cortlandt Park. Educator and subject expert Cheyney McKnight will lead the presentation.
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Lawn Party!
Honoring Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, Commissioner, NYC Department of Parks & Recreation with the Betty Campbell-Adams Park Hero Award. Featuring: Mingling in the Park! Goats! Lawn Games!
Youth Run Farmstand
Get locally grown produce at affordable prices at our weekly Youth Run Farm Stand. Located in the Train Park at Orloff Ave. and Gale Place.
Water Chestnut Removal
Van Cortlandt Park Golf House 115 Van Cortlandt Park West, Bronx, NY, United StatesHelp us remove Water Chestnut from the Mill Pond as we finish up our last few days of the season. No pre-registration required. Bring plenty of water, a hat and an extra pair of socks.
Trail Work Wednesdays
VCPA and volunteers will be working on maintenance of the XC trail and other nature trails in the northern end of the park.
Trail Maintenance Training
Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NYLearn the basics of trail navigation & maintenance during this walk in the Northeast Forest with VCPA and the Natural Areas Conservancy. RSVP Required.
Northeast Forest Restoration
Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NYVolunteers needed to join VCPA and the Natural Areas Conservancy as we continue to work together to restore 2 acres in the Northeast Woods. RSVP required.
Birdwalks with Audubon NYC
Explore Van Cortlandt Park's ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. RSVP Required.
Barefoot Dancing
Kick off your shoes and dance on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. Free Bachata and Merengue dance instruction and live music by Edwin Ferreras and Edwina Chavez
Forest Care Day
Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NYAlongside our partners at the Natural Areas Conservancy, we are restoring 2 acres of forest and we would love your help!
Family Fun Hikes: Beautiful Fall!
Family Fun Hikes in Van Cortlandt Park. For 2 to 6 year olds and their adult(s). Led by a Van Cortlandt Park Alliance educator!
261st Street Garden Maintenance Day
Alongside our partners at the Riverdale Main Streets Association we will be maintaining the garden and open field within the park at 261st Street and Broadway.