• Woodlawn Forest Restoration

    Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance (VCPA) for a rewarding morning of community and nature as we work together to restore the beautiful Woodlawn section of Van Cortlandt Park! We will...

  • Volunteer with Wicked in VCP!

    Celebrate Wicked’s 20th Anniversary with a massive volunteer event! Join fans of Wicked at park cleanup events across the city, where you’ll have the chance to volunteer alongside members of...

  • Stephanie Ehrlich’s Big Bowl of Soul!

    Wait – is it THAT Stephanie Ehrlich? Yes! Van Cortlandt Park Alliance’s Executive Director moonlights as a singer. Join Stephanie and her retro-band, Big Bowl of Soul, for a funky...

  • Music in the Digital Age

    New Date: Saturday, August 19! Join the Bronx Arts Ensemble String Quartet as they perform exciting new works and old favorites that have gained popularity through TikTok and other social...

  • Wetland Wednesdays

    Wetland Wednesdays

    Join us for an immersive, hands-on experience in nature conservation in our wetlands. We'll primarily focus on eradicating invasive plant species that threaten the health and diversity of our native...

  • Volunteer Improving Wetlands

    Volunteer Improving Wetlandts

    Join us for an immersive, hands-on experience in nature conservation. We'll primarily focus on eradicating invasive plant species that threaten the health and diversity of our native ecosystem. We will...

  • Trail Work Wednesdays

    Trail Work Wednesdays

      Please Note! On Wednesday 12/6 will be meeting at the southern end of the Van Cortlandt Golf House. Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in...

  • Woodlawn Family Fun Day

    Postponed Due to Weather! Special thank you to our partners: - NYC Parks - Women of Woodlawn - Woodlawn Taxpayers Association - Council Member Eric Dinowitz - NYC DOT  

  • Tree Planting Volunteer Event

    Join us for a Tree Planting Event in the Northeast Forest in Van Cortlandt Park as a part of City of Forest Day! We invite you to roll up your sleeves and join us for a fulfilling morning of tree planting at Van Cortlandt Park, enhancing the park's ecology, one tree at a time. Why...

  • Hike-toberfest 2023

    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. Advance Ticket Sales Only! Sponsorships Available! Become a sponsor online or click here for a form to mail in. This is a Rain or Shine Event! Check out our Hike-toberfest...

  • Howl-o-ween Pup Parade

    Bring your pup-kin to our Dog Parade & Costume Contest! Proceeds go towards volunteer efforts in the three dog runs of Van Barklandt Pawk! Brought to you by the board of Van Cortlandt Park Alliance! Check in at Canine Court in Van Cortlandt Park. Costume Contest Entry Fee: $20 through October 27th $25 onsite* Handlers...