Parks Corner

2024 Summer Run Series

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the return of the annual Summer Run Series. This eight-race series will begin Monday, June 10 and will run through Monday, August 5, 2024. Participation in the Summer Run Series will be limited to a total of 4,000 runners. Advance […]
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Travel Restrictions And Increased Patrols In Place For Safe Halloween Week At Nissequogue River State Park

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced that the travel restrictions on Kings Park Boulevard and park roads will again be in effect within Nissequogue River State Park to prevent trespassing and criminal mischief at the former Kings Park Psychiatric Center during Halloween week. Beginning on Friday, October 27th, 2023, […]
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Dockside Family Festival

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that the annual Dockside Family Festival will take place on Saturday, September 9th at Captree State Park in Babylon from 11:00AM to 5:00PM, rain or shine. This festival offers fun for the entire family! Adults can enjoy live music as […]
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Annual Jones Beach Volleyball Tournament

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that they are hosting the 45th Annual Jones Beach Volleyball Tournament comprised of 6-player co-ed teams. This event will take place on Saturday, July 22, 2023 and will be held rain or shine. The tournament will begin at 9:00AM on […]