Weekend Fitness in FMCP!
May
31
to Jun 1

Weekend Fitness in FMCP!

Enjoy the warm weather and get your sweat on at the Alliance for FMCP’s Weekend Fitness classes, happening all summer long and starting on May 11.

Each Saturday and Sunday, experienced instructors will be leading FREE 60 minute classes of Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba under the iconic Unisphere. Registration is optional.

Saturday Schedule:

11am - 12pm Zumba

Sunday Schedule:

9am-10am Yoga

10am-11am Pilates

Register Here

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Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College
May
31
2:00 PM14:00

Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College

This summer, student musicians from Queens College will be filling David Dinkins Circle with sweet sounds and free soundtracks for your summer visits to Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

From 2pm to 4pm on select dates, these local maestros will be playing serenading the World’s Park.

Stop by and have some refreshments from the concession stand while you enjoy these free mini concerts.

Check out the flyer for our full list of dates where you can catch the live tunes:


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Weekend Fitness in FMCP!
Jun
14
to Jun 15

Weekend Fitness in FMCP!

Enjoy the warm weather and get your sweat on at the Alliance for FMCP’s Weekend Fitness classes, happening all summer long and starting on May 11.

Each Saturday and Sunday, experienced instructors will be leading FREE 60 minute classes of Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba under the iconic Unisphere. Registration is optional.

Saturday Schedule:

11am - 12pm Zumba

Sunday Schedule:

9am-10am Yoga

10am-11am Pilates

Register Here

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Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College
Jun
14
2:00 PM14:00

Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College

This summer, student musicians from Queens College will be filling David Dinkins Circle with sweet sounds and free soundtracks for your summer visits to Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

From 2pm to 4pm on select dates, these local maestros will be playing serenading the World’s Park.

Stop by and have some refreshments from the concession stand while you enjoy these free mini concerts.

Check out the flyer for our full list of dates where you can catch the live tunes:


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Weekend Fitness in FMCP!
Jun
21
to Jun 22

Weekend Fitness in FMCP!

Enjoy the warm weather and get your sweat on at the Alliance for FMCP’s Weekend Fitness classes, happening all summer long and starting on May 11.

Each Saturday and Sunday, experienced instructors will be leading FREE 60 minute classes of Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba under the iconic Unisphere. Registration is optional.

Saturday Schedule:

11am - 12pm Zumba

Sunday Schedule:

9am-10am Yoga

10am-11am Pilates

Register Here

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Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College
Jun
21
2:00 PM14:00

Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College

This summer, student musicians from Queens College will be filling David Dinkins Circle with sweet sounds and free soundtracks for your summer visits to Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

From 2pm to 4pm on select dates, these local maestros will be playing serenading the World’s Park.

Stop by and have some refreshments from the concession stand while you enjoy these free mini concerts.

Check out the flyer for our full list of dates where you can catch the live tunes:


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Weekend Fitness in FMCP!
Jun
28
to Jun 29

Weekend Fitness in FMCP!

Enjoy the warm weather and get your sweat on at the Alliance for FMCP’s Weekend Fitness classes, happening all summer long and starting on May 11.

Each Saturday and Sunday, experienced instructors will be leading FREE 60 minute classes of Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba under the iconic Unisphere. Registration is optional.

Saturday Schedule:

11am - 12pm Zumba

Sunday Schedule:

9am-10am Yoga

10am-11am Pilates

Register Here

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Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College
Jun
28
2:00 PM14:00

Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College

This summer, student musicians from Queens College will be filling David Dinkins Circle with sweet sounds and free soundtracks for your summer visits to Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

From 2pm to 4pm on select dates, these local maestros will be playing serenading the World’s Park.

Stop by and have some refreshments from the concession stand while you enjoy these free mini concerts.

Check out the flyer for our full list of dates where you can catch the live tunes:


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Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)
Jun
28
3:00 PM15:00

Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)

Join the Alliance for Flushing Meadows Corona Park at one of our monthly, summer-long history walks. You will travel in time back to the New York of Robert Moses and learn about the two World’s Fairs that forever changed our park and the city. All walks will be led by our expert docent and last around 90 minutes.

Stick around after the tour to enjoy the park and visit the Queens Night Market!

Registration Here

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Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College
Jul
12
2:00 PM14:00

Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College

This summer, student musicians from Queens College will be filling David Dinkins Circle with sweet sounds and free soundtracks for your summer visits to Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

From 2pm to 4pm on select dates, these local maestros will be playing serenading the World’s Park.

Stop by and have some refreshments from the concession stand while you enjoy these free mini concerts.

Check out the flyer for our full list of dates where you can catch the live tunes:


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Queens Day!
Jul
20
10:00 AM10:00

Queens Day!

A day-long celebration of all things Queens happening (where else?!) in Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

There will be family-friendly activities, giveaways, concerts and more … Stay tuned for more details coming soon!

The festivities will culminate in a free concert from the Roots! Brought to you by the City Parks Foundation and Summerstage.


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Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)
Jul
20
1:00 PM13:00

Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)

Join the Alliance for Flushing Meadows Corona Park at one of our monthly, summer-long history walks. You will travel in time back to the New York of Robert Moses and learn about the two World’s Fairs that forever changed our park and the city. All walks will be led by our expert docent and last around 90 minutes.

Stick around after the tour to enjoy the park and visit the Queens Night Market!

Registration Here

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Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College
Jul
24
2:00 PM14:00

Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College

This summer, student musicians from Queens College will be filling David Dinkins Circle with sweet sounds and free soundtracks for your summer visits to Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

From 2pm to 4pm on select dates, these local maestros will be playing serenading the World’s Park.

Stop by and have some refreshments from the concession stand while you enjoy these free mini concerts.

Check out the flyer for our full list of dates where you can catch the live tunes:


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Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College
Aug
2
2:00 PM14:00

Mini Concerts in Dinkins Circle with Queens College

This summer, student musicians from Queens College will be filling David Dinkins Circle with sweet sounds and free soundtracks for your summer visits to Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

From 2pm to 4pm on select dates, these local maestros will be playing serenading the World’s Park.

Stop by and have some refreshments from the concession stand while you enjoy these free mini concerts.

Check out the flyer for our full list of dates where you can catch the live tunes:


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Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)
Aug
23
3:00 PM15:00

Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)

Join the Alliance for Flushing Meadows Corona Park at one of our monthly, summer-long history walks. You will travel in time back to the New York of Robert Moses and learn about the two World’s Fairs that forever changed our park and the city. All walks will be led by our expert docent and last around 90 minutes.

Stick around after the tour to enjoy the park and visit the Queens Night Market!

Registration Here

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Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)
May
24
3:00 PM15:00

Guided World's Fair History Walk (Free Event!)

Join the Alliance for Flushing Meadows Corona Park at one of our monthly, summer-long history walks. You will travel in time back to the New York of Robert Moses and learn about the two World’s Fairs that forever changed our park and the city. All walks will be led by our expert docent and last around 90 minutes.

Stick around after the tour to enjoy the park and visit the Queens Night Market!

Registration Here

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Weekend Fitness in FMCP!
May
24
to May 25

Weekend Fitness in FMCP!

Enjoy the warm weather and get your sweat on at the Alliance for FMCP’s Weekend Fitness classes, happening all summer long and starting on May 11.

Each Saturday and Sunday, experienced instructors will be leading FREE 60 minute classes of Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba under the iconic Unisphere. Registration is optional.

Saturday Schedule:

11am - 12pm Zumba

Sunday Schedule:

9am-10am Yoga

10am-11am Pilates

Register Here

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Weekend Fitness in FMCP!
May
17
to May 18

Weekend Fitness in FMCP!

Enjoy the warm weather and get your sweat on at the Alliance for FMCP’s Weekend Fitness classes, happening all summer long and starting on May 11.

Each Saturday and Sunday, experienced instructors will be leading FREE 60 minute classes of Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba under the iconic Unisphere. Registration is optional.

Saturday Schedule:

11am - 12pm Zumba

Sunday Schedule:

9am-10am Yoga

10am-11am Pilates

Register Here

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Community Advisory Board Meeting
Apr
24
6:00 PM18:00

Community Advisory Board Meeting

We are looking forward to seeing you at the next Alliance for Flushing Meadows Corona Park Community Advisory Board Meeting which will now take place on Thursday, April 24 from 6:00 – 7:30pm.

Click Here for the Zoom Link

Meeting ID: 441 982 6864

Passcode: 758508


Agenda:

  1. Update from Anthony Sama, Executive Director of the Alliance and Administrator for the park.

  2. Vote on providing financial support to the Queens Community House to support their efforts to improve and protect the park through organized, regular cleanups, education and park user outreach. 

  3. Rebecca Pryor of Guardians of Flushing Bay will present about their ongoing organizing efforts, along with an open conversation about the future of the park. 


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Japanese American Association: 20th Annual Sakura Matsuri
Apr
19
11:00 AM11:00

Japanese American Association: 20th Annual Sakura Matsuri

The Japanese American Association's Annual Sakura Festival is coming back to FMCP on April 19th!

This festival celebrates Japanese culture in New York City with a gathering in our park's cherry tree grove, where the JAA will plant a new tree.

This is a great way to enjoy the beautiful cherry trees of FMCP alongside Japanese traditions that celebrate the springtime bloom of these 'Sakura!'

Please visit the JAA Facebook page for more info.

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Earth Week at FMCP! (Volunteer Opportunity)
Apr
12
to Apr 22

Earth Week at FMCP! (Volunteer Opportunity)

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Earth Week is a week-long celebration of the environment that takes place around Earth Day (April 22nd). This week is dedicated to Earth and the environment and is a great time to get people involved in giving back to the environment to address sustainability issues.

The FMCP Stewardship Team is hosting a series of different events throughout the week for volunteers to participate in Earth Week activities ranging from clean up, planting, mulching, and beautification projects. Learn more about each event below and where they will be held. 

Each event will run from 10 AM to 1 PM, if you are interested, feel free to sign up for multiple dates.

Registration Link


Earth Week Events Slate:

On Saturday, April 12th event we will be meeting by the Garden of Meditation at 10 AM - 1 PM (3 Hrs)

On Sunday, April 13th event we will be meeting by the Unisphere at 10 AM - 1 PM (3 Hrs)

On Monday, April 14th event we will be meeting by 111th Street Entrance at 10 AM - 2 PM (4 Hrs)

On Tuesday, April 15th event we will be meeting by the Marina at 10 AM - 1 PM ( 3 Hrs)

On Wednesday, April 16th event we will be meeting by Cherry Tree Hill at 10 AM - 3 PM (5 Hrs)

On Thursday, April 17th event we will be meeting by the Rose Gardens at 10 AM -1 PM (3 Hrs)

On Friday, April 18th event we will be meeting by Ederle Terrace at 10 AM - 1 PM (3 Hrs)

On Saturday, April 19th event we will be meeting by Meadow Lake Boathouse at 11 AM - 2 PM (3 Hrs)

On Sunday, April 20th event we will be meeting by Mauro Playground at 10 AM - 1 PM (3 Hrs)

On Monday, April 21st event we will be meeting by the Vatican Pavilion at 10 AM - 1 PM (3 Hrs)

On Tuesday, April 22nd event we will be meeting by the Unisphere at 3 PM - 6 PM (3 Hrs)

If you have trouble finding event locations or have questions, please contact our Stewardship Team: volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org 

Generous support for the Stewardship Team is provided by grants from Con Edison and Citizens Bank.

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World Wildlife Day (Volunteer Opportunity)
Mar
1
10:00 AM10:00

World Wildlife Day (Volunteer Opportunity)

Join the FMCP Stewardship Team for a day of service commemorating World Wildlife Day.

Every March 3rd is recognized as "World Wildlife Day" this day celebrates wild animal and plants and their connection to the people and the planet. This year's theme focuses on Investing in People and Planet. Wildlife is crucial for playing a part in regulating our ecosystem and supports biodiversity.

Flushing Meadows Corona Park is home to a variety of species and is a natural working ecosystem, join the Stewardship Team for a clean up to invest back into the people in our community!

The event will begin near the Fantasy Forest Carousel Park on Saturday, March 1st at 10 AM and end at 1 PM.

Register Here

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She’s On Point: A Celebration of National Girls & Women in Sports Day
Feb
23
11:00 AM11:00

She’s On Point: A Celebration of National Girls & Women in Sports Day

Join us for a day of sports clinics, in honor of National Girls & Women in Sports Day. Led by college athletes and experienced staff, participants will practice the fundamentals of various sports with fun activities and drills. This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, please contact (718) 393-7370 or email cynthaly.pinckney@parks.nyc.gov

Register Here

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Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)
Feb
21
10:00 AM10:00

Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)

Join the Stewardship Team for a fun volunteer opportunity that will help get Flushing Meadows Corona Park ready for springtime.

Volunteers will be pruning FMCP’s many rose bushes and learn about the principles of urban horticulture.

This event will be happening all week long, from February 17th to the 21st. Registration is required as materials and space may be limited.

Register Here

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Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)
Feb
20
10:00 AM10:00

Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)

Join the Stewardship Team for a fun volunteer opportunity that will help get Flushing Meadows Corona Park ready for springtime.

Volunteers will be pruning FMCP’s many rose bushes and learn about the principles of urban horticulture.

This event will be happening all week long, from February 17th to the 21st. Registration is required as materials and space may be limited.

Register Here

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Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)
Feb
19
10:00 AM10:00

Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)

Join the Stewardship Team for a fun volunteer opportunity that will help get Flushing Meadows Corona Park ready for springtime.

Volunteers will be pruning FMCP’s many rose bushes and learn about the principles of urban horticulture.

This event will be happening all week long, from February 17th to the 21st. Registration is required as materials and space may be limited.

Register Here

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Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)
Feb
18
10:00 AM10:00

Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)

Join the Stewardship Team for a fun volunteer opportunity that will help get Flushing Meadows Corona Park ready for springtime.

Volunteers will be pruning FMCP’s many rose bushes and learn about the principles of urban horticulture.

This event will be happening all week long, from February 17th to the 21st. Registration is required as materials and space may be limited.

Register Here

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Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)
Feb
17
10:00 AM10:00

Stop and Smell the Roses (Volunteer Opportunity)

Join the Stewardship Team for a fun volunteer opportunity that will help get Flushing Meadows Corona Park ready for springtime.

Volunteers will be pruning FMCP’s many rose bushes and learn about the principles of urban horticulture.

This event will be happening all week long, from February 17th to the 21st. Registration is required as materials and space may be limited.

Register Here

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Great Backyard Bird Count (Citizen Science Opportunity)
Feb
15
9:00 AM09:00

Great Backyard Bird Count (Citizen Science Opportunity)

Calling all community scientists!

Join the Flushing Meadows Corona Park Stewardship Team on February 15 for a fun day of science and environmental appreciation.

Participants will make observations of birds to help scientists better understand global avian populations while also enjoying a fun nature walk around our park!

Register Here

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Volunteer Opportunity
Jan
20
10:00 AM10:00

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Volunteer Opportunity

Kick off 2025 with the Flushing Meadows Corona Park Stewardship Team for a volunteer opportunity commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Over the weekend of January 18th-20th, volunteers will be helping cleanup different areas around FMCP. Be sure to register as space and materials may be limited:

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