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1 event 1 1 event, 1 2026-06-01 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 1 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	1 event 2 1 event, 2 2026-06-02 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 2 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	2 events 3 2 events, 3 2026-06-03 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 3 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Wetland Wednesdays June 3 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Wetland Wednesdays 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 event on 6/10) Where: Van Cortlandt Golf House (meet at south entrance) What to bring: Clothes that can get wet and muddy, water bottle, sunscreen....	2 events 4 2 events, 4 2026-06-04 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 4 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Trail Work Thursdays June 4 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Trail Work Thursdays Be a part of the community effort to care for the trails in Van Cortlandt Park. Upcoming Activities Include: Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility Maintenance on structures that mitigate erosion and improve access. What to Bring: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Closed-toed shoes Water and a snack Meeting Details: Location: VCPA Learning Garden Time: 9 am sharp; work begins at 9:15 am RSVP Now	2 events 5 2 events, 5 2026-06-05 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 5 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Forest Fridays June 5 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Forest Fridays 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 the forest floor for native wildflowers, oak seedlings, and the spring-loaded understory waiting underneath. When: Fridays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Note- no event on...	3 events 6 3 events, 6 2026-06-06 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 6 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Cross Country Volunteer Days June 6 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT Cross Country Volunteer Days Be a part of the community effort to maintain the historic Course Country Trail in Van Cortlandt Park Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail work, your help will make a significant impact! Event Dates and Times: Saturdays May 2 and June 6 from 10am to 1pm.* Meeting Location: VCPA Learning Garden RSVP Now. *Please note that for groups of 10 or more only. Please email garcialeslie@vancortlandt.org to schedule a group., 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Caribeando Community Music and Dance Workshops June 6 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT Caribeando Community Music and Dance Workshops Caribbean Music and Dance workshops with Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe in Van Cortlandt Park. Saturdays July 18 from 3pm-5pm and August 22 from 2-4pm Following their inspiring Caribeando performance at the Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture last May, Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe is offering an interactive Caribbean Music and...	2 events 7 2 events, 7 2026-06-07 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 7 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Juneteenth: Enslaved African Legacy Tour June 7 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT Juneteenth: Enslaved African Legacy Tour A guided walk that will enlighten participants on the true history that shaped Van Cortlandt Park. 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 Van Cortlandt family plantation relied upon the labor of...
1 event 8 1 event, 8 2026-06-08 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 8 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	3 events 9 3 events, 9 2026-06-09 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 9 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Tune-up Tuesdays June 9 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT Tune-up Tuesdays 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 needed - just show up in clothing you will be comfortable getting dirty in! Location: The VCPA Learning Garden is located near the Mosholu Avenue and Broadway entrance of the park (past the Northwest playground). Held on the following Tuesdays from 10am to 1pm: April 14 April 28 May 26 June 9 June 23 Volunteers must be 18 and older. RSVP Now. Groups of 5+ must register as a unit..., 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm NY Philharmonic Concert in VCP June 9 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm EDT NY Philharmonic Concert in VCP 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.	1 event 10 1 event, 10 2026-06-10 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 10 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	2 events 11 2 events, 11 2026-06-11 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 11 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Trail Work Thursdays June 11 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Trail Work Thursdays Be a part of the community effort to care for the trails in Van Cortlandt Park. Upcoming Activities Include: Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility Maintenance on structures that mitigate erosion and improve access. What to Bring: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Closed-toed shoes Water and a snack Meeting Details: Location: VCPA Learning Garden Time: 9 am sharp; work begins at 9:15 am RSVP Now	2 events 12 2 events, 12 2026-06-12 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 12 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Forest Fridays June 12 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Forest Fridays 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 the forest floor for native wildflowers, oak seedlings, and the spring-loaded understory waiting underneath. When: Fridays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Note- no event on 6/19) Where: Van Cortlandt Golf House (meet at south entrance) What to bring: Clothes that can get dirty, sturdy shoes, water bottle, sunscreen. Tools and gloves provided. Ages 15+ welcome (minors need waiver). RSVP Now. Limited to 30 volunteers per shift. Groups of 6+ email...	1 event 13 1 event, 13 2026-06-13 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 13 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	2 events 14 2 events, 14 2026-06-14 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 14 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 10:30 am Birding with NYC Bird Alliance June 14 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am EDT Birding with NYC Bird Alliance 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 grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. We will look for various species of resident and migratory birds and discuss a...
1 event 15 1 event, 15 2026-06-15 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 15 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	1 event 16 1 event, 16 2026-06-16 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 16 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	3 events 17 3 events, 17 2026-06-17 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 17 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Wetland Wednesdays June 17 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Wetland Wednesdays 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 event on 6/10) Where: Van Cortlandt Golf House (meet at south entrance) What to bring: Clothes that can get wet and muddy, water bottle, sunscreen. Tools and gloves provided. Ages 15+ welcome (minors need waiver). Limited to 30 volunteers per shift. Groups of 6+ email noel@vancortlandt.org RSVP Now., 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm VC Nature Group Walk June 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT VC Nature Group Walk 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 birds nudge reluctant fledglings to leave the safety of the nest, while keen-eyed predators with their own hungry mouths to feed watch the newly fledged...	2 events 18 2 events, 18 2026-06-18 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 18 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Trail Work Thursdays June 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Trail Work Thursdays Be a part of the community effort to care for the trails in Van Cortlandt Park. Upcoming Activities Include: Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility Maintenance on structures that mitigate erosion and improve access. What to Bring: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Closed-toed shoes Water and a snack Meeting Details: Location: VCPA Learning Garden Time: 9 am sharp; work begins at 9:15 am RSVP Now	2 events 19 2 events, 19 2026-06-19 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 19 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Juneteenth Celebration June 19 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT Juneteenth Celebration 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. RSVP Now. 2026 Program 4pm: Enslaved Burial Ground Musical Performances and Libations followed by a Musical Procession to the Museum 5pm: Van Cortlandt House Museum...	1 event 20 1 event, 20 2026-06-20 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 20 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	1 event 21 1 event, 21 2026-06-21 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 21 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...
2 events 22 2 events, 22 2026-06-22 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 22 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm After Holiday Weekend Clean Ups June 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT After Holiday Weekend Clean Ups 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 staff in cleaning up the Park after holiday weekends. Help Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up trash after holidays this year: Monday, June 22 (after...	2 events 23 2 events, 23 2026-06-23 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 23 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Tune-up Tuesdays June 23 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT Tune-up Tuesdays 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 needed - just show up in clothing you will be comfortable getting dirty in! Location: The VCPA Learning Garden is located near the Mosholu Avenue...	2 events 24 2 events, 24 2026-06-24 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 24 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Wetland Wednesdays June 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Wetland Wednesdays 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 event on 6/10) Where: Van Cortlandt Golf House (meet at south entrance) What to bring: Clothes that can get wet and muddy, water bottle, sunscreen....	2 events 25 2 events, 25 2026-06-25 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 25 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Trail Work Thursdays June 25 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Trail Work Thursdays Be a part of the community effort to care for the trails in Van Cortlandt Park. Upcoming Activities Include: Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility Maintenance on structures that mitigate erosion and improve access. What to Bring: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Closed-toed shoes Water and a snack Meeting Details: Location: VCPA Learning Garden...	2 events 26 2 events, 26 2026-06-26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Forest Fridays June 26 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Forest Fridays 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 the forest floor for native wildflowers, oak seedlings, and the spring-loaded understory waiting underneath. When: Fridays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Note- no event on...	2 events 27 2 events, 27 2026-06-27 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 27 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 9:30 am - 10:30 am Van Cortlandt Nature Group June 27 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am EDT Van Cortlandt Nature Group 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 birds nudge reluctant fledglings to leave the safety of the nest, while keen-eyed predators with their own hungry mouths to feed watch the newly fledged...	2 events 28 2 events, 28 2026-06-28 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 28 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,... 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Calpulli Mexican Dance Company in Van Cortlandt Park June 28 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT Calpulli Mexican Dance Company in 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...
1 event 29 1 event, 29 2026-06-29 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 29 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...	1 event 30 1 event, 30 2026-06-30 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 June 30 Register Now for 26.2 in ’26 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 it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in NYC, but you pick your method (hike, run, stroll, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31, 2026). Van Cortlandt Park,...