Event Rule: Every Saturday

Prospect Park Tours with Turnstile Tours

Discover hidden treasures, natural wonders and little-known tales on interactive guided tours of Prospect Park in the heart of Brooklyn, presented by Turnstile Tours in partnership with Prospect Park Alliance. Explore everything about Prospect Park, from its flora and geology, to the architectural movements that shaped the park, to the evolution of recreation and play. See how use of the park has changed over time from designers Olmsted and Vaux’s original vision all the way to present day and Prospect Park Alliance’s sustainability, historic preservation, and recreational projects that make the park the world-class destination it is today.

Tours will be held at 10:30 am on select Saturdays +  2:00 pm on select Sundays.

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Learn more and RSVP for a tour at the Turnstile Tours website!

Introduction to Birdwatching Outings

Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory outings is for you! Every Saturday through May 2023, join Prospect Park Alliance and a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club on an introductory walk to learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit Prospect Park through all seasons.

All levels are welcome and walks will begin at the Prospect Park Audubon Center. No registration necessary. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring binoculars if you have them.

Route Description: This outing is at a leisurely pace with lots of stops to observe birds. A different route through the park may be taken each week. There may be steps, slight inclines, and grass and dirt paths with exposed roots along the route, which will cover approximately 1.5-2 miles.

Prospect Park Tours with Turnstile Tours

Discover hidden treasures, natural wonders and little-known tales on interactive guided tours of Prospect Park in the heart of Brooklyn, presented by Turnstile Tours in partnership with Prospect Park Alliance. Explore everything about Prospect Park, from its flora and geology, to the architectural movements that shaped the park, to the evolution of recreation and play. See how use of the park has changed over time from designers Olmsted and Vaux’s original vision all the way to present day and Prospect Park Alliance’s sustainability, historic preservation, and recreational projects that make the park the world-class destination it is today.

Tours will be held at 10:30am on Saturdays, April 2nd – December 3rd 

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Learn more and RSVP for a tour at the Turnstile Tours website!

c. Michael Moran

Brooklyn Pop-Up Holiday Market

Brooklyn Pop-Up is returning to LeFrak Center at Lakeside every Saturday through December 18th! 

Brooklyn Pop-Up’s curated outdoor retail event hosts a revolving group of local vendors including contemporary fashion, accessories, home goods, beauty, plants, and jewelry vendors–as well as artists and artisanal distillers.

The market offers  a range in product price points and as a true maker’s market, supports hand crafted & handmade goods.

Learn more about Brooklyn Pop-Up here!

Introduction to The Last Stand with Creative Time’s Curator

On Saturday, October 2nd and 9th between 2-4pm, Creative Time Associate Curator Diya Vij will provide 30-minute long overviews of The Last Stand, offering context into research, production, and the final composition of the work. Afterwards, stay onsite and experience the project.

Prospect Park Alliance and NYC Parks Art in the Parks are partnering with Creative Time to present artist Kamala Sankaram’s first public artwork, The Last Stand, on view Thursday–Sunday, September 18–October 10, 2021, in Prospect Park. The public sound installation and experimental opera for and about trees invites audiences to consider the complex and expansive life cycle of one of our most vital natural resources. Prospect Park is home to Brooklyn’s last remaining forest with more than 30,000 trees and many species of native flora that are an integral habitat to the hundreds of species of birds and wildlife.

The Last Stand chronicles the lifespan of a 300-year-old Northern Red Oak—the “Mother Tree”—from the years 1750–2050. The rich soundscape tells the story of the Mother Tree in Black Rock Forest, a nearly 4,000-acre diverse ecosystem in upstate New York with tree species tracing back 14,000 years. Sankaram personally created field recordings of the environment to develop sounds for the installation, which will be experienced through rhythms, looped sounds, and the physical vibrations they generate.

The Last Stand is the winner of Creative Time’s 2021 Emerging Artist Open Call, which offers the opportunity for an artist to create their first-ever public artwork. Lead Project Support is generously provided by Costa Brazil.

This event is free and open to the public. No tickets or advance registration is required, and COVID protocols will be in place. 

Learn more about The Last Stand, on view in Prospect Park Septeber 18–October 10, 2021.

For information on location, accessibility, restrooms, and more, please click here.

Kissena Bicycle Race

For 50+ years, the Kissena Cycling Club has organized bicycle races in Prospect Park. Races start at 6am and end by 7:45am. There are 3 groups of cyclists each with a lead and follow pace motorcycle to alert park users of the approaching groups. In addition, race marshals are located at key entrances and crosswalks throughout the park. Park users are asked to stay to the left when a cycling group is approaching.

Learn more from Kissena Cycling Club.

c. Martin Seck

Prospect Park Walking Tour

Saturday mornings through October, discover hidden treasures, natural wonders and little-known tales on interactive guided tours of Prospect Park in the heart of Brooklyn, presented by Turnstile Tours in partnership with Prospect Park Alliance. While taking in the beauty of this iconic park’s woodlands, waterways, wildlife, and landmarks, explore the fascinating layers of natural and human history, from the flora and geology, to the architectural eras visible in the built environment, to the past and present of recreation and play. Explore how use of the park has changed over time, from the original vision of designers Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, to projects underway today that support environmental conservation, historic preservation, and recreational and cultural access for Brooklynites and visitors from around the world.

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Prospect Park Alliance members receive discounts on Prospect Park Walking Tours—learn more about membership.

Green and Go Kits

Individuals and groups are invited to join Prospect Park Alliance to help keep our park green and vibrant—register to check out Green and Go Kits at various locations around the park. These kits include a trash grabber, garbage bags and gloves.
 
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Groups please visit our Community Group Registration Page to preregister.

Requirements and Guidelines:

  • Please do not come to the park if you are sick
  • The minimum age to borrow a kit is 14 years old
  • Supervised children are welcome to participate
  • Please bring your own mask, water and refreshments

Presented in partnership with Macy’s. 

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MARCH 14 EVENT CANCELLED, OTHER ICE DISCOS STILL SCHEDULED TO TAKE PLACE—Dreamland Ice Disco

NOTICE: As of 3/13/20, the March 14 Ice Disco is cancelled, while the March 21 and 28 discos are still scheduled to take place. Please check the LeFrak Center at Lakeside Facebook page for up-to-date information regarding Ice Disco events.

Lola Star’s Dreamland Returns to Prospect Park for the 2020 Season, beginning with Ice Disco Saturdays in March! Lola Star’s Dreamland Ice Disco at Lakeside in Prospect Park is a themed, dress up, immersive ice skating experience that will transport you into a fabulous retro disco “dreamland.” Expect DJs spinning the hottest dance floor grooves, dazzling performers, fab photo ops, a skate dance competition, costume contests and more! Glitz and glam costumes are highly encouraged but not mandatory. 

To purchase tickets and learn more about Dreamland Ice Disco, please visit Eventbrite.

Note: Guests must be 21+. Valid photo ID required for entry.