Upcoming Garden Events in New York City – August 2025

Upcoming Garden Events in New York City – August 2025

New York City, a vibrant hub for horticulture and community gardening, offers a variety of engaging events this August. Whether you’re interested in educational workshops, garden fairs, or local markets, there’s something for every gardening enthusiast to enjoy. Explore the upcoming opportunities below to expand your gardening knowledge, participate in community activities, and celebrate NYC’s green spaces.

1. Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice’s Terracotta Garden

Date: August 6–11, 2025

Location: H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island

Time: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Explore a stunning terra cotta sculpture garden that features antique architectural ornaments from early 20th-century styles, providing a unique glimpse into historical garden aesthetics.

2. Seed Saving for the Next Growing Season

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Q Gardens Community Farm, Brooklyn

Time: 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

Participate in a hands-on seed-saving workshop to learn techniques tailored to various plant species, helping you ensure a successful and fruitful upcoming growing season.

3. Flower Identification: Exploring New York City’s Blooms

Date: August 9, 2025

Location: Francisco “Pancho” Ramos Community Garden, Manhattan

Time: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

This session introduces participants to flowering plant reproduction structures with practical exploration of flower parts and cycles, perfect for plant enthusiasts and budding botanists alike.

4. Building a Gutter System for Rainwater Harvesting

Date: August 16, 2025

Location: Vogue Garden, Bronx

Time: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Learn to install an efficient gutter system that facilitates rainwater harvesting, ideal for garden sheds and pavilions, promoting eco-friendly water management.

5. East New York Farmers Market

Date: August 16, 2025

Location: ENY Youth Farm, Brooklyn

Time: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Visit a lively community-run market showcasing fresh produce, regional products, and local vendors, making it a perfect spot to connect with urban agriculture initiatives.

6. Upon This Rock Community Garden Fair

Date: August 16, 2025

Location: Upon This Rock Community Garden, Brooklyn

Time: 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Enjoy a community garden fair featuring engaging activities such as games, arts and crafts, herb education, and health screenings, fostering community spirit and garden education.

7. Taste of the Farm

Date: August 16, 2025

Location: Urban Farm (Randall’s Island Park), Manhattan

Time: 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

This family-friendly event celebrates the peak of the growing season with activities, tastings, and demonstrations set in a thriving urban farm environment.

8. Extend Your Harvest into Fall and Beyond

Date: August 21, 2025

Location: Karol’s Urban Farm – Castle Hill (NYCHA), Bronx

Time: 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

Gain practical tips on planting deadlines, sowing techniques, and crop maintenance to extend your growing season and maximize fall harvests.

9. Keep Bugs at Bay and Light Up Your Garden!

Date: August 23, 2025

Location: Georgia Avenue Community Garden, Brooklyn

Time: 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Create natural insect-repellent candles using citronella, soy wax, and beeswax in a hands-on workshop designed to protect your garden from pests while adding ambient lighting.

10. National Beach Day Nature Exploration and Cleanup

Date: August 30, 2025

Location: Entrance – Bayfield Avenue and B 72 Street (in Brant Point Wildlife Sanctuary), Queens

Time: 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Join fellow nature enthusiasts for a coastal greenspace cleanup and ecological education to learn about local wildlife and the importance of protecting beachside ecosystems.

These upcoming events offer excellent opportunities for residents and visitors alike to deepen their connection with urban gardening, learn sustainable practices, and actively participate in community-based green initiatives across New York City this August.