Turnip to volunteer! At the VCPA Learning Garden & Compost Site, volunteers will learn how to care for a garden in the cooler season, as well as maintain compost bins, weed, water, and harvest produce. No prior gardening experience needed. 18 and older. Groups of 5+ must register as a unit via email to gardening@vancortlandt.org...

Help restore the beautiful woodlands of Van Cortlandt Park’s east side! Join us for Woodlawn Wednesdays, where volunteers like you play a vital role in preserving this important urban ecosystem. RSVP Now. What You'll Do Each week, we'll focus on hands-on tasks that vary with the seasons. You might: Remove Invasive Species: Tackle harmful plants...

We are very excited to bring our Youth Run Farmstand featuring fresh local produce at affordable prices back! Wednesdays 2-7pm from July 9 to October 29 Train Park (Gale Place and Orloff Avenue) We accept WIC, FMNP Checks, EBT, Snap, Fresh Connect Checks, Cash and Credit/Debit.

Upcoming Activities Include: Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility This project will include constructing a puncheon (a raised wooden walkway) to mitigate erosion and improve access along the John Kieran Trail. What to Bring: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Closed-toed shoes Water and a snack RSVP Now. Want to bring a group? This event is...

Meeting Details: Location: Van Cortlandt Golf Lake House. Time: 9 am sharp; work begins at 9:15 am RSVP Now. Upcoming Activities Include: Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility This project will include constructing a puncheon (a raised wooden walkway) to mitigate erosion and improve access along the John Kieran Trail. What to...

Together, we’ll remove species like multiflora rose, bittersweet, and porcelain berry to make space for native plants to thrive. Your hands-on efforts will support the regeneration of this 640-acre urban ecosystem for generations to come. RSVP Now. 🛠️ What We'll Do: • Identify and remove invasive plants using loppers, weed wrenches, and hand tools •...

The October 31st event has been canceled due to forecast of high winds. Remove invasive vines (bittersweet and multiflora rose) from the Northwest Forest. Protect young trees and maintain trails. When: Fridays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where: Van Cortlandt Park - Garden & Compost Site What to bring: Long pants, closed-toe shoes, water Tools...

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Horace Mann School Present: Starlight Cinema: New York, New York FREE! Movies in the Park FREE! Friday Nights Van Cortlandt Park Parade Ground 7:30-ish • Movies Begin at Last Light 6 PM • Music of 1979, 1987, 1997, 1984 6:30 PM • Movie-themed Crafts September 5: The Warriors (1979) September 12: Moonstruck (1987)...

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 wide range of avian topics. Each walk will be led by a NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) guide. Advance registration is required. You...

Kids head to the scenic trails for a fun cross country event with our friends at NYRR! Registration for this event is FREE and open to participants of all abilities and age 2 to 18. Perfect for both new and experienced runners, this fun three-event series is a great way for kids to stay active,...

Join us for an afternoon of creativity and reflection as we gather at the Enslaved African Burial Ground in Van Cortlandt Park.  The event will begin with a moving live performance by musician Juan Usera and The Sambuco Tribe, setting the tone and making space for remembrance and renewal. Following the music, Bronx-based artist Tijay...