08/17/2015
MOVIES MUSIC DANCE FAMILY FITNESS
Plan your Summer of Fun in Hudson River Park -- download the NEW events
MoviesMovies
FINAL WEEK!
Wednesday, August 19
Pier 63 Lawn at W.23 St. FREE
Movies begin at dusk (generally around 8:30pm). FREE POPCORN!
Big Hit Wednesdays
Interstellar rated PG13
After a crop blight has caused global civilization to regress into a failing agrarian society, an expedition into space is led by Cooper (Matthew McConaughey) to seek out new planets in another galaxy that may offer hope for humanity's survival.
Sponsored by
Delta
FINAL WEEK!
Friday, August 21
Pier 46 at Charles St. FREE
Movies begin at dusk (generally around 8:30pm). FREE POPCORN!
Family Fridays
Hook rated PG
When Captain Hook (Dustin Hoffman) kidnaps his children, an adult Peter Pan (Robin Williams) must return to Neverland and reclaim his youthful spirit in order to challenge his old enemy.
MUSIC
Tuesday, August 18
Presented by
Pier 97 at W.58 St.
Counting Crows Somewhere Under Wonderland Tour
with special guests Citizen Cope and Hollis Brown
Hudson River Park partners with Live Nation to bring you many of the biggest touring acts on the road this summer! Taking place on Pier 97 in Clinton, these ticketed shows help Hudson River Park to support all of the other great free programming you find in the park throughout the summer! TICKETS
FINAL WEEK!
Friday, August 21
Sunset on the Hudson
Pier 45 at Christopher St. 7pm FREE
Max Gallico & Friends
Friday nights mean great local music on Pier 45! Join us Friday night at Hudson River Park's Pier 45 at 7pm to hear Max Gallico & Friends!
Saturday, August 22
on Pier 26 at N.Moore St., 2-9pm FREE RAIN OR SHINE
Moving to its new, larger home at Pier 26, Hudson River Park's Blues BBQ Festival returns for the 16th season! Pairing America's best Blues and Roots musicians with New York City's best BBQ restaurants, makes for an unforgettable summer day on the Hudson River!
2015 Blues Artists
Otis Taylor Band
Naomi Shelton & The Gospel Queens
Jarekus Singleton
Vaneese Thomas
The Ed Palermo Big Band - Performing the music of Paul Butterfield and Mike Bloomfield featuring Jimmy Vivino and Felix Cabrera
Artists in order of appearance. Program subject to change.
2015 BBQ Restaurants
Sponsored by
Modelo Especial Negra Modelo
Dance
FINAL WEEK!
Tuesday, August 18
NEW LOCATION!
Pier 45 at Christopher St., 6:30pm FREE
Things heat up when the sun goes down in Hudson River Park! Join us every Tuesday night for Salsa dancing with some of NYC's best DJ's! Beginner Salsa dance lessons from 6:30-7:15, DJ's start the party at 7:15pm!
SunsetSalsaNYC
family
Monday, August 17
Pier 25 at N. Moore St., 2-3:30pm FREE
Kids explore the wonders of the Hudson River ecosystem through discovery-based science experiments and nature-inspired crafts. Appropriate for kids ages 4-9.
Presented by
Con Ed
Monday, August 17
Pier 25 at N. Moore St., 5-7:30pm FREE
Learn how to fish while engaging with trained environmental educators about various river science topics. Appropriate for adults and kids 5+.
FINAL WEEK!
Monday, August 17
Pier 25 at N. Moore St., 6:30-7:15pm FREE
City Stomp - Music
NEW! Hudson River Park brings out all of your favorite New York City family performers each Monday evening! From music to magic to interactive storytelling, Hudson RiverKids will keep your family entertained all summer long! Rain location: Pier 40 Lobby
CMA ART OUTPOST
Tuesday, August 18
Pier 25 at N. Moore St., 1-2:30pm FREE
Teaching artists from Children's Museum of the Arts will facilitate hands-on art-making activities inspired by the Park's unique waterfront environment.
CMA
Tuesday, August 18 and Thursday, August 20
Pier 84 at W.44 St., 1-4pm FREE
Learn how to fish while engaging with trained environmental educators about various river science topics. Appropriate for adults and kids 5+.
Thursday, August 20
Pier 46 at Charles St., 2-3:30pm FREE
Kids explore the wonders of the Hudson River ecosystem through discovery-based science experiments and nature-inspired crafts. Appropriate for kids ages 4-9.
Presented by
Con Ed
Thursday, August 20
Pier 25 at N. Moore St., 5-7pm FREE
Guided Maker workshops challenge participants to design and construct projects inspired by science and nautical concepts. Come tinker and test solutions to real-world challenges!
Supported by
Cognizant
Sunday, August 23
Meet at the Christopher Street Fountain at 9am FREE
Learn about Hudson River Park's wildlife by joining experienced naturalists on guided nature walks along the Park's esplanade.
FINAL WEEK!
Sunday, August 23
NEW!
Pier 51 at Horatio St., 11am-Noon FREE
Beach Clean Up
NEW! This Sunday join our stewardship team in a citizen science project to measure park trees and calculate their ecosystem benefits. Participants will work with environmental educators to identify and measure trees within the Park's Chelsea neighbor to determine the positive impact that they are having for NYC.
FINAL WEEK!
Sunday, August 23
14th Street Park at 10th Ave, 1-3pm FREE
Guided Maker workshops challenge participants to design and construct projects inspired by science and nautical concepts. Come tinker and test solutions to real-world challenges!
Supported by
Cognizant
Sunday, August 23
Pier 25 at N. Moore St. and Pier 46 at Charles St., 1-5pm FREE
Learn how to fish while engaging with trained environmental educators about various river science topics. Appropriate for adults and kids 5+.
FINAL WEEK!
Sunday, August 23
Pier 66 Maritime at W.26 Street (outside the Frying Pan)
3:30-5pm, Tours depart at 3:30pm and 4:15pm FREE
This nautically themed interactive walking tour highlights Chelsea's dynamic waterfront history and guides participants through a tour of the historic lightship Frying Pan.
fitness
FINAL WEEK!
Tuesday, August 18
Pier 25 at N. Moore St., 6:30pm FREE
Lolë/FITiST Meetup
Lolë joins forces with Hudson River Park and FITiST to bring you a wide range of classes for a summer of movement and well being. Space is limited to 75 people per class. Participation requires RSVP. For scheduling and to RSVP, go to facebook.com/lolenewyork or email. BRING YOUR OWN MAT.
Lole
FINAL WEEK!
Wednesday, August 19
Pier 46 at Charles St., 6:30pm FREE
Lolë/FITiST Meetup
Lolë joins forces with Hudson River Park and FITiST to bring you a wide range of classes for a summer of movement and well being. Space is limited to 75 people per class. Participation requires RSVP. For scheduling and to RSVP, go to facebook.com/lolenewyork or email. BRING YOUR OWN MAT.
Lole
FRIENDSHIP!
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