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Summer on the Hudson 2024 Kicks Off May 1: Lots of Free UWS Events

April 16, 2024 | 5:00 PM
in NEWS, OUTDOORS
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Photo courtesy of Riverside Park Conservancy.

By Gus Saltonstall

The largest-ever rendition of “Summer on the Hudson” is coming to Riverside Park with more than 300 free events.

The annual program, overseen by Riverside Park Conservancy and the New York City Parks Department, will kick off its 22nd year on May 1, including activities along the west side of Manhattan from 59th to 181st streets through October.

There will be silent discos, music and dance performances, children’s shows, educational workshops, festivals, fitness activities, and more.

“Summer on the Hudson is one of the best ways to enjoy summer in New York City,” said Merritt Birnbaum, President & CEO of Riverside Park Conservancy, in a press release. “The breadth of our program offerings ensures that you’ll find something unique and engaging for every age, interest, and physical ability – whether you’re a nature lover, a science geek, a fitness buff, or a live music fan.”

Here are some of the events that will be taking place on the Upper West Side.

New York City Irish Dance Festival

  • The Niall O’Leary school of Irish Dance presents a festival featuring music, performances, and opportunities for the whole family to join in.
  • Sunday, May 5 from noon to 6 p.m. at Pier i near West 70th Street.

FlyNYC

  • Music and kites fill the air at this festival for all ages celebrating simple fun. Kite kits provided free for children or bring your own.
  • Saturday, August 17 from noon to 5 p.m. at Pier i near West 70th Street.

Art en Plein Air

  • An instructor from the Art Students League leads an outdoor drawing session in a picturesque location. Bring your own materials of choice, some basic supplies are provided.
  • Saturday, May 25 and September 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the 91st Street Garden.

Riverside Park Sketch Jam

  • Bring your favorite art supplies to this observational drawing event led by artist and illustrator Ishita Jain.
  • Saturday, June 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the 91st Street Garden, Saturday, June 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West 72nd Street and Riverside Drive, and Sunday August 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sakura Park at 122nd Street.

You can see the full 24-page listing of events this summer — HERE.

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Jen
Jen
1 year ago

Thank you, the info is very helpful. Looking forward to many of the events.

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Lisa
Lisa
1 year ago

The kite festival looks like great fun. I grew up in Minnesota where there was no wind,. I never got a kite in the air.

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Larry P
Larry P
1 year ago

Does anyone know if the goats will return, and whether there will be another “Goatham” event this year?

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Mike Hooper
Mike Hooper
1 year ago

Thanks for these wonderful community events in the parks and in public spaces and NOT in the OPEN STREETS. My East Side friends love coming to the Wild West Side for a dose of “community” in summer!

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D M
D M
1 year ago
Reply to  Mike Hooper

Can’t agree more. Wonderful use of public spaces. Enough with open streets nonsense.

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