Compelling Design Garden Walk
Friday, Oct. 4, 1-2 p.m.
Wave Hill, 4900 Independence Ave.
$15
Explore Wave Hill’s gardens and learn about the important role that views, focal points, plant combinations, garden structures, paths and other design elements play in blending well with the natural beauty of the location along the Hudson River.
For more information, visit https://www.wavehill.org/calendar/design-fridays-compelling-design-garden-walk.
Bronx Night Market
Saturday, Oct. 5, 4-10 p.m.
Bronx Night Market, 1 Fordham Plaza
Free
Enjoy food and drinks from more than 40 local vendors at the longest running event series in the borough. The Bronx Night Market showcases many different types of cuisines from unique vendors, helping to spotlight their businesses. There will also be live performances for attendees to enjoy.
For more information, visit https://www.maschospitalitygroup.com/night-markets-nyc.
Fall Festival
Sunday, Oct. 6, 12-4 p.m.
45th Precinct, 2877 Barkley Ave.
Free
The 45th Precinct Community Affairs will be hosting this fun community event, which will feature a rock wall, a game truck, pumpkin painting, bounce houses, games, giveaways and a costume contest. Various NYPD units will be represented at the Fall Festival, including the K9, Mounted and ESU.
For more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-festival-tickets-1000306783517.
Build it Yourself: Bird Feeder
Monday, Oct. 7, 5-7:30 p.m.
Jardin la Roca, 438 E. 160th St.
Free
Take part in this hands-on workshop to learn how to build your very own bird feeder. Providing birds with accessible food through bird feeders is a great way to attract them to the habitat in which the feeder is found. Wild birds also offer multiple environmental benefits.
For more information, visit https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/10/07/build-it-yourself-bird-feeder.
Caribeando: Caribbean Folk and Traditional Music and Dance Performance
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 5-6:30 p.m.
The Van Cortlandt House Museum, 6036 Broadway, Van Cortlandt Park
Free
Catch this interactive performance from Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn stories, songs, dance steps, rhythmic movements, improvisations and drum rhythm patterns related to the musical dance expressions of Bomba, Plena, Nengón and Changuí. Caribeando is part of the Caribbean Folk Songs for Kids of All Ages Project, a multidisciplinary performance and workshop series and exhibition that features dance, music and storytelling.
For more information, visit https://vancortlandt.org/event/caribeando-caribbean-folk-and-traditional-music-and-dance-performance/.
BronxWorks Mott Haven Farm Stand
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Padre Plaza, East 139th Street
Free
Stop by this farm stand and see what local and regional produce on hand catches your eye. Customers who engage in virtual nutrition programs will be offered health incentive coupons there. As part of the Youth Food Justice Corps Program, the farm stand employs kids from the Bronx. This is a great place to get fresh food at affordable prices while also supporting local farmers.
For more information, visit https://bronxworks.org/our-services/health-wellness/farm-stands/.
Tim Burton’s “A Nightmare Before Christmas” Light Trail
Thursday, Oct. 10, 6-10 p.m.
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Blvd.
$39-$49
Join Jack Skellington and his Halloween friends from the classic Tim Burton film “A Nightmare Before Christmas” for a walk of wonders at New York’s most treasured garden. See the characters, scenes and songs from the film come to life at this spectacle illuminating the film’s art with botanical beauty.
For more information, visit https://thenightmarebeforechristmaslighttrail.com/.
