West Farms sits where the Bronx River cuts through the borough, minutes from the zoo's southern gate and the river greenway, and a summer-ending block party on Longfellow Avenue is the neighborhood cashing in the last of the season. Expect grills, speakers and a street handed over to kids before school starts. Combine it with a walk along the Bronx River Greenway, one of the borough's best underrated paths.
What to expect
Expect a closed residential block with grills, folding tables and a sound system, and children using the roadway for games. The mood is end-of-season and family-heavy, running from morning into the evening. The Bronx River Greenway and the zoo's southern entrance are both nearby.
Good to know
- The block is on Longfellow Avenue near East 173rd Street in the West Farms area of the Bronx.
- The 2 and 5 at 174th Street are the closest subway stops.
- The street closes under a street activity permit, so park off the block.
- Bring folding chairs and a cooler for a long afternoon.
- The Bronx River Greenway and the Bronx Zoo's southern gate are both close.
- It is a free neighborhood event on a public street.
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Common questions
Where is the block?
On Longfellow Avenue near East 173rd Street in the West Farms section of the Bronx.
What is nearby?
The Bronx River Greenway and the southern edge of the Bronx Zoo are both a short walk.
Is it free?
Yes, it is a free block party on a closed public street.
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