
Upcoming Events

Summer Concert Series 2025 - All
Join us Thursday evenings at the George Seuffert Bandshell for the 2025 FREE Summer Concert Series!
7/10 at 7:30pm - Draw the Line - Aerosmith Tribute
7/17 at 7:30pm - Zac N’ Fried - Zac Brown Tribute
7/24 at 7:30pm -Standing Ovation - Celebrating Musical Theater
7/31 at 7:30pm - Jay Bon Jovi - Bon Jovi Tribute
8/7 at 7:00pm -Queensboro Dance Festival
8/14 at 7:00pm - Queens Jazz Trail Concert
8/21 at 7:30pm - Love 2 Love You - Donna Summer Tribute
Organized with the help of the Forest Park Trust, NYC Parks, and Maspeth Federal Savings.

Help the Garden Day at Highland Park Community Garden
Join community gardeners at Highland Park Community Garden for their monthly Help the Garden Day event! Learn about this beautiful space and help keep it thriving

7/12 Forest Park Trail Restoration & Clean Up
Join NYC Parks, Trust for Public Land and The Forest Park Trust for a summer clean up event! Help us clean debris and invasive species from along the nearby trail and improve the park for all.
Advanced registration is required with the link here.

World Music at Oak Ridge: Javier Madrazo Quartet
Let the smooth sounds of the Javier Madrazo Quartet, setting the perfect tone on Tuesday, July 15th at 7:00 pm!
Part of our FREE summer World Music Concert series at Oak Ridge at Forest Park, in collaboration with the Queens College School of Arts, Forest Park Trust, and NYC Parks.
No RSVP is necessary, and free parking is available. This is a must-attend classical strings concert, proudly showcasing our School of Arts alumni!

Summer Concert Series: Zac N’ Fried - Zac Brown Tribute
Feel the energy, vibes and soulful sound of country-rock in this tribute to The Zac Brown Band.
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.

7/18 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Forest Restoration Fridays this summer to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration is required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

World Music at Oak Ridge: The Loose Change Quartet
Unwind to the silky jazz sounds of the Loose Change Quartet on Tuesday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm!
Part of our FREE summer World Music Concert series at Oak Ridge at Forest Park, in collaboration with the Queens College School of Arts, Forest Park Trust, and NYC Parks.
No RSVP is necessary, and free parking is available. This is a must-attend jazz concert, proudly showcasing our School of Arts alumni!

Summer Concert Series: Standing Ovation - Celebrating Musical Theater
Plaza Theatrical performs outstanding songs from popular musicals The Phantom of the Opera, Fiddler on the Roof, The Music Man, and Cabaret.
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.

7/25 Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this summer to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

7/26 Woodhaven Forest Stewardship
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Forest Woodhaven Forest Stewardship this fall to engage in hands-on stewardship work including invasive species removal and cleaning up debris.
Registration is required with the link here.
All tools will be provided, and no prior experience is needed. Just bring your enthusiasm. Please come dressed in sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring your own water bottle.

World Music at Oak Ridge: Pablo Lanoguere Quartet
Let the vibrant rhythms of Latin jazz move you with the Pablo Lanoguere Quartet on Tuesday, July 29th at 7:00 pm!
Part of our FREE summer World Music Concert series at Oak Ridge at Forest Park, in collaboration with the Queens College School of Arts, Forest Park Trust, and NYC Parks.
No RSVP is necessary, and free parking is available. This is a must-attend Latin jazz concert, proudly showcasing our School of Arts alumni!

Summer Concert Series: Jay Bon Jovi - Bon Jovi Tribute
Enjoy immersive concert experience with this tribute to classic Bon Jovi.
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.

8/1 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Forest Restoration Fridays this summer to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration is required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Summer Concert Series: Queensboro Dance Festival
Enjoy dance performances by Queens-based dance companies, featuring diverse styles including jazz, Indian, modern, hip-hop, and more!
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.

Summer Concert Series: Queens Jazz Trail Concert
Experience a musical journey through the borough’s rich jazz heritage including legends like Louis Armstrong, John Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald and more!
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.

Summer Concert Series: Love 2 Love You - Donna Summer Tribute
Nikki Torres is back again with her vibrant, explosive, exciting tribute to the Queen of Disco.
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.

7/11 Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this summer to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Summer Concert Series: Draw the Line - Aerosmith Tribute
Experience the electrifying energy of the only officially endorsed Aerosmith tribute band.
Sponsored by Maspeth Federal Savings and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.

World Music at Oak Ridge: Alegría Ensemble
Prepare to be enchanted by the harmonious melodies of the Alegría Ensemble on Tuesday, July 8th at 7:00 pm!
Part of our FREE summer World Music Concert series at Oak Ridge at Forest Park, in collaboration with the Queens College School of Arts, Forest Park Trust, and NYC Parks.
No RSVP is necessary, and free parking is available. This is a must-attend classical strings concert, proudly showcasing our School of Arts alumni!

7/7 Forest Park Clean Up
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for a summer clean up event! Help us clean debris and litter from the nearby picnic area and improve the park for all.
Advanced registration is required with the link here. All tools will be provided, and no prior experience is needed. Just bring your enthusiasm. Please come dressed in sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring your own water bottle.

7/2 Forest Park Young Tree Care
Join NYC Parks and the Forest Park Trust for young tree care at the Forest Park Picnic Area! Volunteers will learn basic tree maintenance while watering and weeding newly planted trees in our picnic area.
Registration is required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes.

World Music at Oak Ridge: Naisayma
Immerse yourself in the captivating voice and piano of Naisayma on Tuesday, July 1st at 7:00 pm!
Part of our FREE summer World Music Concert series at Oak Ridge at Forest Park, in collaboration with the Queens College School of Arts, Forest Park Trust, and NYC Parks.
No RSVP is necessary, and free parking is available. This is a must-attend Latin jazz concert, proudly showcasing our School of Arts alumni!

Sobelsohn Sundays - Quiet Clubbing
Join us for a FREE Silent Disco Dance Party at Forest Park, sponsored by Council Member Lynn Schulman and the Forest Park Trust, Inc. This family-friendly party has music for everyone to enjoy. Our 3 channels will be playing your favorite songs, from Top 40 to throwbacks, to Hip Hop and R&B!
Tickets are free, you must RSVP here.

Sobelsohn Sundays - Mad Science
Join us for SAFE and scientific fun with fire and ice! Learn about the amazing properties of fire and combustion.
Sponsored by Council Member Lynn Schulman

6/28 Forest Park Hike and Pick - Yellow Trail
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for a trail clean-up on the Yellow Trail in Forest Park! Volunteers will remove debris and will also learn about common trees, shrubs, and wildflowers in our forest.
Please come dressed in sturdy shoes and bring your own water bottle. Registration is required with the link here.

Celebrate Flag Day!
Come celebrate Flag Day and the end of school! Games, recycled arts and crafts and activities will be available and the event is FREE to all.
Event is sponsored by Councilmember Joann Ariola and The Forest Park Trust, Inc.
6/21 Forest Park Clean Up
Join NYC Parks, The Forest Park Trust and Girl Scout Troop 4631 for a summer clean up event! Help us clean debris and litter from along the nearby trail and improve the park for all.
Advanced registration is required with the link here.

6/20 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this summer at the Forest Park Picnic Area! Volunteers will learn basic tree maintenance while watering and weeding newly-planted trees in our picnic area.
Advance registration is required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Help the Garden Day at Highland Park Community Garden
Join community gardeners at Highland Park Community Garden for their monthly Help the Garden Day event! Learn about this beautiful space and help keep it thriving

6/13 Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this summer to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Celebrate the Garden Day at Highland Park Community Garden
Join community gardeners at Highland Park Community Garden for their monthly Help the Garden Day event! Learn about this beautiful space and help keep it thriving

6/6 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this spring to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park. This event will take place at the Mural Bridge (see link for exact location)
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

5/30 Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this summer to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

7/18 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this spring to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

5/23 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this spring to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

5/20 Urban Forest Plan Community Walkshop at Forest Park with NAC
Join the Natural Areas Conservancy and The Forest Park Trust for the Urban Forest Plan Community Walkshop at Forest Park!
This session will take place outdoors as we walk the park’s trails together, reflect on key insights from our Urban Forest Plan workshop, and continue the conversation about the role of forests in our communities.
You do not need to have attended a previous workshop to participate—everyone is welcome to join and share their ideas for the future of the urban forest!
Registration is required with the link here!
If you cannot attend this event in person, you can still share your thoughts by filling out the Urban Forest Plan Questionnaire!

5/17 Memorial Day Tree Care and Forest Restoration
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for a young tree care and forest restoration service event in honor of Memorial Day!
Volunteers will help us take care of the newly planted trees along Memorial Drive and improve the health of the forest by removing invasive species.
Registration is required with the link here!

5/16 Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this spring to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

5/11 Mother's Day Birding at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks, the Queens County Bird Club, and the Forest Park Trust for a Mother's Day birding event in Forest Park's natural areas!
Photo Source: Mike Chin

Help the Garden Day at Highland Park Community Garden
Join community gardeners at Highland Park Community Garden for their monthly Help the Garden Day event! Learn about this beautiful space and help keep it thriving

5/9 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this spring to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

5/8 NAC Urban Forest Plan Community Workshop at Forest Park
NYC’s forests play an important role in the health, safety, and sustainability of our communities—providing clean air, reducing extreme heat, improving mental health, and creating habitat for wildlife. As we work to create a long-term vision for protecting and expanding these natural areas, we want to hear from you!
This workshop, led by the Natural Areas Conservancy and partners, will focus on Queens' forested natural areas, especially Forest Park. Join us for an interactive discussion about the value of these spaces and how the Urban Forest Plan can support their long-term care and community use.
Food will be provided. Registration is required with the link here!
If you cannot attend this event in person, you can still share your thoughts by filling out the Urban Forest Plan Questionnaire!

5/3 Forest Park Native Tree and Shrub Planting
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust in the field! Volunteers will learn about forest restoration efforts and plant native trees and shrubs.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

5/2 Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this spring to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

4/27 Earth Day Crafting with The Blue Bus Project at Forest Park!
Join NYC Parks, The Forest Park Trust and The Blue Bus Project for an artful afternoon! Participants will learn how to use recycled materials to make your own creations.
No registration required!
This event is sponsored by Councilmember Lynn Schulman and The Forest Park Trust.

4/26 Forest Park Arbor Day Tree and Shrub Planting
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust this Arbor Day! Volunteers will learn about forest restoration efforts and help plant native trees and shrubs.
Advance registration required with the link here. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
This event is sponsored by Councilmember Joann Ariola and The Forest Park Trust.