The Bronx & Upper Hudson
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Boogie Down to the Sound Day is a free community waterfront festival hosted by SUNY Maritime College. Participants will have the opportunity to go sailing, kayaking, power boating, fishing, and participate in marine science activities such as seining, oyster restoration, and other STEM activities.
Location: SUNY Maritime College, McMurray Hall, 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465
Time: 11AM - 4PM
Registration: Not required
Learn more: www.sunymaritime.edu
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Join the Castle Hill YMCA and the Waterfront Alliance on Saturday, July 12th for this year's City of Water Day celebration! This year, those who attend can take part in a coastal cleanup along the shoreline of Castle Hill Park, understand how to prepare your homes for flooding, take a run with community members along the waterfront of Pugsley Creek, and enjoy some local food and music at the Y. Water, sunscreen, gloves, bags, and garbage grabbers will be provided for the cleanup (please bring your own water bottle).
Feel free to reach out to Sharlene Brown (sbrown@ymcanyc.org) with any questions about the festivities or Jake Madelone (jmadelone@waterfrontalliance) with any questions about the coastal cleanup.
Location: 2 Castle Hill Ave, Bronx, NY 10473
Time: 9AM - 1PM
Registration: Optional (https://form.jotform.com/250713920514147)
Learn more: https://ymcanyc.org/locations/castle-hill-ymca"
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The Friends of the Hudson River Greenway in cooperation with the University of Mount St. Vincent will give community residents an opportunity to dip their toes in the Hudson River on City of Water Day. There is at present NO public access to the Hudson River in the Bronx. At our event we will discuss the planned Hudson River Greenway in the Bronx -- why it has not yet been built and what we can do to make it happen. There will be music and food.
Organization: Friends of the Hudson River Greenway
Location: University of Mount Saint Vincent, 6301 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
Time: 5PM - 8PM
Registration: Not required
Learn more: www.greenwaylink.org
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Rocking the Boat’s beloved summer tradition—Community Rowing, Sailing, and Birding—brings community residents out on the Bronx River from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend to enjoy their waterfront while learning about its history and ecological importance. To celebrate City of Water Day 2025, the event will feature free, family-friendly rowing and sailing experiences; highlight the Bronx River as a vital natural resource and symbol of climate resilience; and strengthen community bonds.
Organization: Rocking the Boat
Location: Hunts Point Riverside Park
1409 Lafayette Avenue
Bronx, NY 10474Time: 1PM - 6PM
Registration: Not required
Learn more: www.rockingtheboat.org
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Join the Bronx River Alliance to clean up and celebrate the Bronx River! Enjoy free art activities led by local artists, sample teas made from native plants foraged from the Bronx River Foodway, join a green infrastructure tour of Starlight Park, and participate in a "Paddle and Pick Up" canoeing activity to steward and restore the Bronx River. Learn about how climate change connects and impacts our communities along the river, and join the efforts of the Bronx Climate Justice Task Force.
Organization: Bronx River Alliance
Location: Bronx River House - 1490 Sheridan Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459
Time: 12PM - 3PM
Registration: Not required
Learn more: www.bronxriver.org
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Come celebrate City of Water Day on NYC's only freshwater river -- the Bronx River! Join the Bronx River Art Center, Drew Gardens, and Bronx River Community Garden for a day of art immersion with free art activities and stewardship of the river!
Organization: Bronx River Art Center Location: 1087 E Tremont Ave, The Bronx, NY 10460
Time: 11AM - 2PM
Registration: Not required
Learn more: www.bronxriverart.org
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Join Broreavement for "Fishing with the Fellas" on July 12th as we bring together men and boys of color for a day of healing, connection, and reflection on the water. This free event fosters brotherhood while teaching fishing skills and highlighting the mental health benefits of being in nature. Open to ages 11 and above; fishing gear provided. No prior experience necessary. Life jackets will be available.
Organization: Broreavement Foundation Inc.
Location: 551 City Island Ave, Bronx, NY 10464
Time: 8AM - 3PM
Registration: Required (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAGWxN6mGmDLEjIrVe-imkIpOeusgGyG8RjwC3MKgRO3KeMg/viewform?usp=dialog)
Learn more: www.broreavement.org
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Welcome to Fish Hut & Build-a-Reef Flagship 2025 Summer Fishing Event. Fish Hut and Build-a-Reef will host the largest Free Summer Fishing Event on City of Water Day! Guests will learn about 3D printing of artificial reefs, environmental conservation, followed by casting of the line to catch the fish of the day! Catch-and-release only. Open to participants 18 years and younger, lots of prizes to be won. Enjoy italian ice and desserts at the end of the day!
Organization: Fish Hut
Location: Mamaroneck Marine Education Center, 1 Harbor Island Park, Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Time: 12PM - 1PM
Registration: Required (https://forms.gle/1Ejap4ZVBSVc6tNS9)
Learn more: https://fishhut.org/
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Come join us on Piermont Pier at our Hudson River Field Station for a fun, free, family-friendly event open to all ages and get a chance to enter into a wadable section of the Hudson to go seining to catch fish, crabs, and much more. Interact with our educators to learn about climate change! Pop inside the field station for fish themed crafts. Parking at the end of the pier by the field station is limited, there is a parking lot adjacent to the start of the pier and it is a lovely walk!
Organization: Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
Location: Hudson River Field Station (200 Ferry Rd, Piermont NY)
Time: 12PM - 4PM
Registration: Not required
Learn more: https://lamont.columbia.edu/ldeo-hudson-river-field-station
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In partnership and coordination with the Waterfront Alliance, we will uplift the YMCA for City of Water Day 2025. We'll lead coastal cleanup, engage the community in flood awareness, promote environmental protection, and offer education on housing and community stabilization. Our “Homeowner Voice Box” will elevate resident stories, advancing resilience and a more sustainable future.
Organization: Center for NYC Neighborhoods (CNYCN)
Location: Castle Hill YMCA (2 Castle Hill Ave, Bronx, NY 10473)
Time: 9AM - 1PM
Registration: Not required
Learn more: www.cnycn.org
