This event is in the past.It took place on April 18, 2025 at Governors Island.




Skip the city crowds and ferry over to this car-free island for a Memorial Day weekend of biking, hammocks, and harbor views.
Weekend Escape
Biking
Picnic Spots
Harbor Views
Tips
🚢Ferries from Manhattan (Battery Maritime) and Brooklyn Bridge Park run every 20–30 min on weekends—buy tickets in advance
🚲Bring your own bike for free or rent Citi Bikes/e-bikes at the ferry landing
🧺Pack a picnic—there are grills at Picnic Point but no restaurants, just food trucks
Governors Island — Memorial Day Weekend Escape
Nolan Park




Skip the city crowds and ferry over to this car-free island for a Memorial Day weekend of biking, hammocks, and harbor views.
Weekend Escape
Biking
Picnic Spots
Harbor Views
Tips
🚢Ferries from Manhattan (Battery Maritime) and Brooklyn Bridge Park run every 20–30 min on weekends—buy tickets in advance
🚲Bring your own bike for free or rent Citi Bikes/e-bikes at the ferry landing
🧺Pack a picnic—there are grills at Picnic Point but no restaurants, just food trucks
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