Category: things-to-do

Senator John Liu hosts Earth Day 5K Fun Run in Queens on April 27

Runners will gather at Peck Fields on April 27 for Sen. John Liu’s Earth Day 5K

Apr. 15, 2025 By Athena Dawson Lace up and go green! Senator John Liu is inviting Queens residents to walk, run, or skip their way through Kissena Corridor and Cunningham Parks on Sunday, April 27, during a festive 5K Fun Run celebrating Earth Day and the power of parks. The run will begin at…

New Yorkers invited to join citywide scavenger hunt supporting street vendors

Support local street vendors by participating in the Street Vendor Scavenger Ques

Apr. 14, 2025 By Athena Dawson A local nonprofit has kicked off a citywide scavenger hunt celebrating New York City’s iconic street vendors — and Queens residents are encouraged to join the fun while supporting a good cause. The Street Vendor Scavenger Quest, sponsored by Metro Plus Health, Turnstile Tours, and Culinary Backstreets., invites…

Queens’ first ever cat café makes purr-fect landing at Tangram Mall in Flushing

Grayson, one of the rescue cats

Apr. 14, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Calling all cat lovers in Queens! Kokoro Cat Café, Queens’ first cat café at Tangram Mall in Flushing, located at 133-33 39th Ave, opened its doors last month on Saturday, Mar. 1, to the delight of feline fans across the borough. Enjoy Japanese-inspired beverages at this whimsical café…

Astoria’s Cannavita and Comfortland to celebrate 4/20 with exclusive ‘Freak’ sandwich giveaway

Apr. 14, 2025 By jmilitello April 14, 2025 By Jessica Militello In celebration of 4/20, two Astoria favorites are teaming up to deliver the ultimate high holiday treat. Cannavita Dispensary is partnering with Comfortland for a special promotion on Sunday, April 20, featuring an indulgent, one-day-only sandwich from the beloved comfort food hotspot known…

April races in Queens include color runs, duathlons and Mets-themed 7K

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Apr. 10, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin The vibrant spring season is in full swing, with various races hitting the streets of Queens this month. While the idiom “April showers bring May flowers” may be true, the rain should not stop you from logging the miles. Run through the animated course at the Let’s Grant…

Socrates Sculpture Park announces 2025 artist fellows and full slate of spring events

Apr. 9, 2025 By jmilitello April 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello Spring has sprung—and so has the season at Socrates Sculpture Park. The 2025 lineup is officially underway at the beloved Astoria waterfront park, featuring everything from hands-on classes and live performances to thought-provoking art exhibitions and community gatherings. Located at 32-01 Vernon Blvd.,…

The Easter Bunny is hopping through Queens—here’s where to find him

Easter bunny

Apr. 4, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Easter Bunny is gearing up to hop all over Queens this April, bringing a basketful of springtime fun for families across the borough. From egg hunts and festive meet-and-greets to photo ops and themed celebrations, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the season. Below is just…

Spring blooms bright in Queens: your guide to cherry blossom hotspots around the borough

cherry blossoms

Apr. 1, 2025 By Jessica Militello Cherry blossoms are already blooming across Queens, marking the arrival of spring. The sight of the delicate pink flowers marks the start of the special season in Queens, letting admirers take photos or simply appreciate the cherry blossoms’ beauty. The season, while brief, offers a chance to slow…

Queens County Farm Museum celebrates Spring with Holi, tulip picking and Easter events

queens county farm

Mar. 27, 2025 By Jessica Militello Spring has finally arrived, and the Queens County Farm Museum, located at 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy, is the perfect place to embrace the season. With a variety of exciting activities, the farm offers a chance to enjoy the warmer weather and witness the renewal of farm life and…