To celebrate Earth Day, this year the Freshkills Park Alliance is excited to present a mix of drop-in and scheduled activities.

Join us outdoors for our first annual Earth Day Festival marking the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day. Freshkills Park is an extraordinary 2,200 acre urban park that is a model for sustainable land reclamation, a source of pride for Staten Island and New York City, and an investment of open space for generations to come. Celebrate our legacy by joining us, and our partners for an afternoon of outdoor activities highlighting simple ways to support our community and our planet.

This festival is free for all ages!

This year Freshkills Park is excited to present a mix of drop-in and scheduled activities in collaboration with community partners. For those looking to learn more about the wildlife, history, or art at the park, programs will be led by Snug Harbor, Urban Park Rangers, IlluminArt Productions, United Activities Unlimited, La Colmena, New York Community League, and the New York Public Library. Interactive workshops include community planting, seed ball making, upcycled art, plant identification, a mobile science lab, family storytime, mindful movement exercises, and a bike decoration and ride event. Visitors are also welcome to explore the New Springville Greenway.

Stay tuned for the official schedule of events and workshops.

PLANNING YOUR VISIT:

Come prepared for the outdoors! Conditions can be muddy. We recommend wearing closed-toed shoes and be sure to dress for the weather.

Bicycle and stroller parking available on-site.

Restrooms are ADA accessible.

There will be no designated storage for bags or coats.

Pets are not allowed, for the safety of our visitors. Service animals are permitted as described by the ADA.

Check for event updates at freshkillspark.org or on social media @freshkillspark if inclement weather is forecasted.

TRANSPORTATION:

The festival will take place at 2240 Richmond Avenue near the corner of Richmond Ave and Travis Ave. For cars, neighborhood street parking will be available nearby. By public transportation, take the S44, S59, S94, or SIM4C bus to either the Richmond/Travis Ave or Richmond/ Draper Place stops.

QUESTIONS? Email [email protected]

Registration

Time: 11:00 am — 3:00 pm

Free!