Find Public Parks

Being outside and playing in nature is very important for children’s healthy development. NYC Parks are open to all New Yorkers and visitors.

 
Explore fun programs like the ones below:

• Kids Events: nycgovparks.org/events/kids
• Learning Hub: nycgovparks.org/learn
• Ranger Programs: nycgovparks.org/programs/rangers
• Kids in Motion and more: nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation/kids-in-motion

 
How to Find Programs

• Visit nycgovparks.org/parks and click “Search by Location and Facilities” to tailor your search to your zip code, borough, or recreational interest.
• Locate recreational centers at https://www.nycgovparks.org/facilities/recreationcenters.

 
Other parks in New York City
 
In addition to city parks, the five boroughs of New York also possess beautiful state and national parks that are waiting to be explored and enjoyed. Please get to know where they are and discover beaches, piers, museums, and landmark attractions. Go to https://www.nycgovparks.org/park-features/other-parks-in-nyc to learn more.
 
Updated on October 14, 2024
 

Recreation Centers by NYC Parks

Recreation Centers in NYC offer affordable or free fitness facilities, such as indoor pools, weight rooms, basketball courts, dance studios, art studios, game rooms, and libraries.

 
All children and young adults aged 0-24 years old can get a free membership at the NYC  Recreation Centers. If you’re an adult aged 25-61, a senior, a veteran, or a person with a disability, you can find membership info at nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation-centers/membership.
 
To sign up, just fill out the registration form at nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation-centers/membership, print it, and bring it to any of our recreation center locations along with a government-issued ID.
 
If you’re enrolling as a veteran or a person with a disability, you may need additional documentation. If you don’t have a valid ID, you can find out how to get one at idNYC’s website at https://a069-idnyconlineportal.nyc.gov.
 
For more details, check out nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation-centers/membership.
 
Updated on October 14, 2024
 

Free Physical Activities in NYC

Explore these following free programs offered by NYC Parks to stay active and engaged throughout the summer months.

• Shape Up NYC is a free group fitness program with locations across the five boroughs. Take classes like aerobics, bootcamp, and Zumba with instructors that make fitness fun! Classes are offered, outside, indoors, and virtually. Follow nycgovparks.org/events/shape-up-nyc to learn more about class options.
• Free Fitness Equipment is offered in NYC parks that can help you build strength all at your own convenience. To find park locations near you with fitness equipment, follow nycgovparks.org/facilities/fitnessequipment.
• Outdoor Fitness in NYC can help you enjoy the fresh air while working on your fitness goals. To locate running tracks, beautiful hiking and biking trails, courts, and fields near you, follow this nycgovparks.org/highlights/outdoor-fitness.
• Waterfront Workouts | Brooklyn Bridge Park has workout classes all summer long on Pier 6. From Morning Yoga to Sunset Pilates get ready to sweat and merge mind, body, soul, and skyline. Just come ready with a mat, towel, and water. Waterfront classes end mid-late September. Find more details at brooklynbridgepark.org/event-series/waterfront-workouts.

 
Updated on October 14, 2024