Park Stories

Discover the latest from Hudson River Park! Find fun tips for your next visit, read up on upcoming events and dig deeper into exciting Park initiatives.

Whether you're interested in our environmental research, educational offerings, sustainability initiatives, cultural programming, volunteer opportunities or vibrant year-round horticulture and wildlife, you've come to the right place. Enjoy getting to know your west side backyard!

Make the Most of National Running Safety Month in Hudson River Park

During National Running Safety Month and all year long, people everywhere can increase their awareness of the importance of staying safe on the run.

Celebrate 200 Years of the Erie Canal as the Seneca Chief Arrives in the Park

This week, the Seneca Chief, a 73-foot replica of the original Erie Canal Boat, will stop at Pier 26 as part of its Bicentennial Voyage from Buffalo to NYC in celebration of 200 years since the completion of the Erie Canal.

Your Guide to Fall Events in the Park

Hudson River Park’s fall event lineup brings New Yorkers together to celebrate the season by the River. Dance under the stars, discover Hudson River wildlife, find new ways to stay active along our four miles of waterfront and more. Seasonal Celebrations From migrating monarchs to changing foliage, fall is one…

A Look Back at 25 Years of Blues BBQ

The sound of soulful blues music and the enticing scent of barbecue carrying on a river breeze. Golden hour light glows on the Hudson River as New Yorkers sway to the music, savor delicious food and enjoy one of the highlights of the year in Hudson River Park. This is…

25 Years of Blues, BBQ and Celebrating Summer in Hudson River Park

Blues, barbecue and summer on the river — Hudson River Park’s Blues BBQ Festival turns 25 this year, and we’re marking the milestone with music, flavor and plenty of soul.

Broadway by the Boardwalk Returns: A Free Star-Studded Summer in Your Backyard

On Monday nights from July 7 through August 11 the waterfront comes alive with free, all-ages concerts bringing unforgettable performances featuring Broadway legends to the Park!

A Conversation with Michele Byrd-McPhee: Honoring Black Dance & Legacy at Hudson River Park’s Juneteenth Celebration

Juneteenth, observed each year on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Texas to enforce freedom for the last enslaved Black Americans — more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Celebrated by Black communities since the late 19th century, Juneteenth is both a day…