Upcoming Garden Events in New York City – September 2025
New York City is bustling with a variety of vibrant garden-related events this September. Whether you are interested in community volunteer projects, family-friendly activities, or cultural celebrations, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here is a comprehensive list of noteworthy events happening across the city:
1. West Indian Day Parade
Date: September 1, 2025
Location: Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn
Details: Celebrate Caribbean culture with an energetic parade featuring colorful costumes, lively music, and dance performances. Vibrant floats and cultural displays make this event a lively and colorful experience for all attendees.
2. Volunteer With EQA: Turn an Unsightly Lot into a Botanical Garden
Date: September 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Entrance at Springfield Lane and 149th Avenue, Idlewild Park, Queens
Details: Join the Eastern Queens Alliance in an exciting volunteer project aimed at transforming an neglected lot into a beautiful botanical garden. This free event welcomes community members of all ages to participate in a gardening conservation effort.
3. Broadway Beautification
Date: September 20, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Location: Broadway/Arden Entrance, Fort Tryon Park, Manhattan
Details: Contribute to the beautification of Fort Tryon Park by participating in a community-driven clean-up and gardening effort. Open to all ages, this event promotes environmental stewardship and neighborhood pride.
4. Amazing Maize Maze
Dates: September 14, 20, and 21, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Queens
Details: Test your navigation skills in New York City’s only corn maze! Perfect for families, this fun-filled event presents engaging challenges amidst scenic farmland, with open dates on select weekends.
5. Meet Our Animals: Mischievous Goats
Date: September 20, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Queens
Details: Spend interactive time learning about playful goats at the farm. This engaging session offers an opportunity for visitors of all ages to connect with farm animals while gaining insights into animal behavior.
6. Grow & Gather Gardening Program
Date: September 20, 2025
Time: 2:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m.
Location: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Queens
Details: Participate in hands-on gardening activities designed for families interested in planting, nurturing, and harvesting crops. This program offers practical insights into sustainable gardening practices.
7. Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice’s Terracotta Garden
Dates: September 14, 15, and 21, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: H.H. Biddle House, Conference House Park, Staten Island
Details: Explore a distinctive collection of early 20th-century terracotta artifacts that showcase historic architectural styles. This free exhibit is open on select dates and offers a cultural and artistic experience for visitors.
8. Conference House Tours
Dates: September 14 and 21, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Conference House Museum, Conference House Park, Staten Island
Details: Discover the rich history of the Conference House through guided tours. Learn about its historical significance and surrounding gardens during this enriching experience available on weekends.
9. Le Carrousel Extravaganza
Date: September 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Location: Le Carrousel, Bryant Park, Manhattan
Details: Enjoy a lively morning with magic shows, science experiments, or puppet shows designed especially for children. This family-oriented event offers an entertaining start to the day with engaging performances.
10. Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
Opening Date: September 25, 2025
Location: New York Botanical Garden, Bronx
Details: Experience a whimsical Halloween Town filled with lights, projections, and sculptures inspired by Tim Burton’s film. This atmospheric trail runs throughout the fall season, perfect for evening adventures.
11. Kips Bay Decorator Show House 50th Anniversary
Dates: September 30 – October 29, 2025
Location: 20 West 12th Street, Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Details: Tour a stunning six-story townhouse decorated by top interior designers and architects. This event also benefits after-school programs for young people, making it a meaningful cultural experience.
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