Randall's Island's Urban Farm grows more than 200 varieties of fruits, vegetables and herbs, and for one afternoon chefs turn those crops into tastings drawn from food cultures around the world. Kids stamp a passport as they move between stations brewing ginger soda, printing with vegetables and arranging flowers. If you want a free family outing that feels like leaving the city without leaving Manhattan, this is it.
What to expect
Stations spread through the farm plots, each with a tasting or hands-on activity, and lawn games for downtime. It's casual and drop-in: wander the beds, sample dishes, and collect passport stamps at your own pace.
Good to know
- Walk or bike over the footbridge from East 103rd Street, or take the M35 bus from East 125th Street and Lexington Avenue.
- No registration is needed.
- Wear shoes that can handle dirt paths between the growing beds.
- Bring water and sun protection — much of the farm is unshaded.
- Accessibility requests go to publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
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Common questions
Do I need tickets?
No. It's free and registration isn't required.
Is it good for kids?
Yes — it's designed as a family day with a passport activity, printmaking and lawn games.
How do I get to Randall's Island?
The 103rd Street footbridge from East Harlem is the easiest walk-in route; the M35 bus runs from 125th Street.
