Randalls and Wards Islands

Name: Randalls and Wards Islands
Address: Randalls and Wards Islands, New York, NY, USA
Rating: 4.4

Port Morris

Escape the city buzz on this 330-acre waterfront oasis with over 60 athletic fields, restored wetlands teeming with herons and egrets, and miles of cycling trails along the East River. Whether you're catching a soccer match at Icahn Stadium, grilling with friends, or simply lying in the grass watching the skyline change colors, this underrated island delivers that rarest NYC commodity: breathing room.

330-acre public park

over 60 athletic fields

waterfront cycling trails

native wetlands & birdlife

Tips

🌅"free therapy for me, lying down on the grass while looking at the sky"

⚽"well worth a trip" for sports fans or anyone craving scenic water views (Travel Lemming)

🚴Citi Bikes available throughout the park for easy exploring

Randalls and Wards Islands

Randalls and Wards Islands, New York, NY, USA

Upcoming at Randalls and Wards Islands

Friday, Aug 14

ZEDD IN THE PARK

August 14

Zedd brings his festival to Randall's Island for two days of massive electronic sets against the Manhattan skyline. Expect back-to-back bangers from Zedd and Knock2, plus Porter Robinson and Madeon spinning their euphoric anthems under open skies.

Friday, Sep 4

Electric Zoo

September 4

Four stages of world-class electronic music descend on Randall's Island every Labor Day weekend. Past headliners include Marshmello, The Chainsmokers, and Kaskade—come for the beats, stay for summer's last hurrah.

Sunday, Sep 20

Experts Only Festival NYC

September 20

John Summit is throwing the biggest dance music festival in NYC history. Over 50,000 fans will hit Randall's Island for two days of house, techno, and high-voltage visuals from a stacked lineup including Kaskade B2B Cassian, Green Velvet B2B Layton Giordani, and Pete Tong.

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