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NYC Parks Spring Festival

Friday, May 2, 3-6 p.m.

Hunts Point Recreation Center, 765 Manida St.

Free

Join NYC Parks and Council Member Rafael Salamanca for a spring festival event at Julio Carballo Fields. Activities will include games, arts & crafts, sports, and much more. This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, visit nycgovparks.org/events/2025/05/02/nyc-parks-presents-spring-festival-at-julio-caraballo-field

 

Bronx Opera presents Mozart’s Cosi fan tutte
Saturday, May 3, 7:30 p.m.
Lehman College/Lovinger Theatre, 250 Bedford Park Blvd. W.
$32.90-$43.30
The Bronx Opera will be putting on a performance of Mozart’s popular work Cosi fan tutte, which translates to “Women are like that.” This work follows the misadventures of two sisters and their soldier boyfriends.
Michael Apierman and Eric Kramer will serve as the orchestra conductors, while Benjamin Spierman is the stage director.
For more information, visit bronxopera.org

 

Bronx Bound: SIS 5K Run/Walk


Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Fordham University Rose Hill Campus, 2691 Southern Blvd.

$30

Please join the Saint Ignatius School community for the 2nd Annual Bronx Bound 5K Run/Walk as we mark 30 years of tuition-free Catholic education in the South Bronx! Whether you’re a student, alumni, faculty, staff, family member, supporter, or community partner, lace up your sneakers and run (or walk!) with us to the finish line. All registrants have access to our post-race community breakfast in the McShane Center. Let’s come together in the spirit of SIS for a fun-filled day of fitness, food, and celebration!

For more information, visit events.elitefeats.com/25bronxbound?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral

 

4th Annual Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu Fair

Sunday, May 4, 12-6 p.m.

Corner of Crescent Ave. & Arthur Ave., 610 Crescent Ave.

Free

The Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu Fair returns for its fourth year. Celebrate Albanian tradition and culture with music, dancing, performances, food, games and more.

For more information, visit bronxlittleitaly.com/events/4th-annual-gjergj-kastrioti-skenderbeu-fair/

 

Paint a Tote

Monday, May 5, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Francis Martin Library, 2150 University Ave.

Free

Join us for an in-person program at the library and color your very own tote bag with fabric paint pens. All supplies will be provided. No registration required. For ages 13 to 18 years. Snacks to follow.

For more information, visit nypl.org/events/programs/2025/05/05/paint-tote

 

Crafternoons (Celebrating Bronx Week)

Tuesday, May 6, 4-5 p.m.

West Farms Library, 2085 Honeywell Ave.

Free

This program will take place in person at West Farms Library. Children let’s get creative and make some fun themed crafts. All supplies will be provided.

For more information, visit nypl.org/events/programs/2025/05/06/crafternoons-celebrating-bronx-week

 

Dinosaur Safari

Wednesday, May 7, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd.

$38.95; $28.95 ages 3-12; free for children 2 and younger

Something BIG is coming this spring! Dinosaur Safari returns with a roar to the Bronx Zoo. Get up close with more than 60 life-size animatronic dinosaurs and pterosaurs. This beloved immersive walk-through experience has delighted families and sparked curiosity in future paleontologists for years.

For more information, visit bronxzoo.com/dinosaur-safari.

 

Bonsai Workshop at The Bronx Brewery

Wednesday, May 7, 7-9 p.m.

The Bronx Brewery, 856 E. 136th St.

$92.55

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! 

For more information, visit eventbrite.com/e/bonsai-workshop-at-the-bronx-brewery-tickets-1309892657199?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

 

Trail Work Thursdays

Thursday, May 8, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Van Cortlandt Park Garden and Education Compost Site, Mosholu Avenue and Broadway

Free

Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park. Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance, your help will make a significant impact!

For more information, visit nycgovparks.org/events/2025/05/08/trail-work-thursdays