This event is in the past.It took place on May 2, 2026 at Van Cortlandt Park Alliance.
Step back into New York's first African American holiday at this vibrant revival of Pinkster. Live drumming, storytelling, and art-making bring 17th-century Dutch Pentecost traditions to life on the Van Cortlandt House lawn.
live drumming & storytelling
African American heritage
family-friendly
outdoor festival
Tips
🥁Chief Baba Neil Clarke leads the drumming
🎨art-making activities on the lawn
$0
Pinkster Festival
Step back into New York's first African American holiday at this vibrant revival of Pinkster. Live drumming, storytelling, and art-making bring 17th-century Dutch Pentecost traditions to life on the Van Cortlandt House lawn.
live drumming & storytelling
African American heritage
family-friendly
outdoor festival
Tips
🥁Chief Baba Neil Clarke leads the drumming
🎨art-making activities on the lawn
$0
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