Parks Corner

2023 Summer Run Series

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the return of the 40th Annual Summer Run Series. This eight-race series will begin Monday, June 12 and will run through Monday, August 14, 2023. Participation in the Summer Run Series will be limited to a total of 4,000 runners. […]
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Holiday Tree Lighting At Bayard Cutting Arboretum

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that on Friday, December 2, 2022 the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at Bayard Cutting Arboretum in Great River will take place from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Everyone is welcome to participate in this Yuletide Celebration! Join the carolers […]
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Wildwood State Park Fall Festival

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation- Long Island Region is pleased to announce that the 28th Annual Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Wildwood State Park in Wading River from 11:00 am-4:00 pm, rain or shine. The festival features a variety of local craft vendors […]
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Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing At State Parks

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that several Long Island State Parks will remain open during the nighttime hours for viewing of the Perseids Meteor Shower on the evening of Thursday, August 11, 2022. Peak viewing times are predawn, Friday, August 12, 2022. There will be […]