Annual Give a Gift

The New Rochelle Youth Bureau’s Youth Council, The City School District of New Rochelle, New Rochelle Police Department, New Rochelle Fire Department, Butterflies from Jodie and Maffei Landscape Inc are sponsoring their Annual Give A Gift which provides g...

59th Annual Thanksgiving Parade- Saturday November 18

The New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce together with the City of New Rochelle proudly announces the 2023 Grand Marshal of the New Rochelle Thanksgiving Parade, Minister Mark McLean. Minister McLean will have the honor of leading the 59th Annual Thanksgiving...

Queen City of the Sound International Jazz Festival

Global Jazz Community, in partnership with the City of New Rochelle and The New Rochelle Industrial Development Agency, presents "The 3rd Annual Queen City of The Sound International Jazz Festival" in New Rochelle, NY

A revival of Jazz has emerge...

Last weekend for summer swimming!

The Department Parks and Recreation reminds residents that this is the last weekend to enjoy summer swimming. Lincoln Pool and Hudson Park Beach will officially be closed after Labor Day. Hudson Park facilities will remain open on the weekends until Colum...

Citywide Summer Sendoff- Saturday, August 26

The City of New Rochelle, in collaboration with local community organizations, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Summer Sendoff event, a grand celebration to bid farewell to the sun-soaked season and welcome the new school year. Mark your cal...

Lighted Boat Parade Showcases Long Island Sound, Boating Community

Join the boating community for some midsummer night festivities at the Lighted Boat Parade on Saturday, July 29 beginning at 8:30 PM (rain date: July 30). This annual event celebrates the City of New Rochelle’s beautiful waterfront and public parks.

Just a...

July is Parks and Recreation Month!

July 4th “Spark the Sound” Independence Day Fireworks by Grucci

Celebrate the July 4th holiday with a viewing of the grand fireworks display at the New Rochelle waterfront. Produced and sponsored by the famous Grucci family, the City of  New Rochelle’s annual “Spark the Sound” ex...

Parks and Recreation Expands Service to Community with New Partnerships, Initiatives

Summer camps grow with City School District collaboration; Record year for Youth Employment, New outdoor fun for seniors 

This summer is set to be vibrant and bustling with activity for youth, seniors and families with expanded services and progra...

NRCA Announces Dates for Free Summer Sounds Concert Series

Sunny days, shorts and flip flops – it’s starting to feel like summer, and with the warmer weather comes the return of the Summer Sounds Concert Series to New Rochelle. 

The beloved series of free concerts kicks off June 28th a...

Children’s Fishing Derby Set for June

Get ready to cast your line and catch some fish at New Rochelle Parks and Recreation's Annual Children's Fishing Derby! The event will be held at Twin Lakes of Huguenot Parks (in front of New Rochelle High School) on Saturday, June 3rd, ...

Seacord Park Playground Upgraded

William H. Seacord was an employee of the Department of Public Works, who tragically passed away in 1977 at the age of 41 while on the job. Known as a hard and loyal worker and very well-liked by his friends and family, many advocated for the naming of so...

Memorial Day Ceremonies

The City of New Rochelle Veterans Advisory Committee will hold a series of ceremonies on Monday, May 29 honoring the brave members of the military who gave their lives in service to our country. All welcome to attend at 10:30 AM at Memorial Plaza ...

Memorial Day Ceremonies

The City of New Rochelle Veterans Advisory Committee will hold a series of ceremonies on Monday, May 29 honoring the brave members of the military who gave their lives in service to our country. All welcome to attend at 10:30 AM at Memorial Plaza ...

Sponsorship Opportunities Available for the 10th Annual New Rochelle Street Fair

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 10th Annual New Rochelle Street Fair, which will take place on Sunday, September 10 from 11AM to 5PM at New Rochelle City Hall (515 North Ave). 

The New Rochelle Street Fair, draws thousands to t...

New Rochelle Parks Clean-up weekend celebrates Earth Day

Volunteer New York! and the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Department partnered to bring together 250 volunteers on Saturday, April 22, and Sunday, April 23, for New Rochelle Parks Clean-up Weekend, an annual occurrence that provides c...

Successful Kite Day at Davenport Park

Over 100 families soared to new heights during the 10th Annual Kite Day Event!  Families and friends gathered at  Davenport Park on Sunday, April 23rd to fill the sky with colorful kites. New Rochelle Parks and Recreation also provided k...

New Rochelle Parks Clean-up Weekend Returns April 22,23

Residents and park-goers are encouraged to support the cleanup of their neighborhood 

NEW ROCHELLE, NY – March 15, 2023 – Volunteer New York! and the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Department are teaming up ...

March 16 OPEN HOUSE for Youth Summer Employment

New Rochelle youth and young adults are encouraged to apply for summer positions through the New Rochelle Youth Bureau’s Summer Employment Programs. Each program operates 20 or 25 hours per week for six weeks during July and August and pays $15.00 per hou...

Registration Begins March 6 for Summer Day Camps

The Department of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation is gearing up for their annual Fun in the Sun summer programming for local youth. 

Registration opens on Monday, March 6 at 9AM and is on a first-come, first-served basis.   

The...

Registration Now Open for Girls on the Run

??Girls on the Run is coming back to New Ro this spring! Practices will be at Huguenot Park/Twin Lakes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:00 starting the week of March 20th.  So much more than running, Girls on the Run ignites a confidence i...

US Sports Institute Spring & Summer Sale ends Feb 22

If you are looking for great sports classes & summer camps for your children, check out US Sports Institute. There is a current discount being offered through Feb 22^nd. For more information please click the link below that takes you directly to the Ne...

Santa’s Parks Tour- Saturday, December 17

The Department of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation is teaming up with the New Rochelle Police Department for the third annual Santa’s Parks Tour, slated for Saturday, December 17th.

Starting at 9AM, the one-day tour will feature Santa visiting t...

Santa Claus is Coming to City Hall!

The Department of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation will bring some holiday cheer as they transform the exterior of City Hall into a festive holiday set for the third annual Drive-Thru Selfie with Santa on Wednesday, December 7th from 5pm to 8pm. ...

New Rochelle Celebrates Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer’s creator, Robert L. May will be inducted into New Rochelle’s “Walk of Fame” on Sunday, December 4. To properly celebrate Mr. May and his iconic figure, everyone is invited to join an activity-packed festival, Rudol...