Free entry on Sunday morning from 9-11am! Beautiful Garden!…read moreI couldn't wait to get barefoot and walk in the grass and hug a tree! Clean restrooms in several spots in the garden! Gift shop also has the information desk, as well as restrooms and water bottle filling station!

Had an amazing time here. I was a little confused and did get off the wrong bus here. Thankfully it…read morewas only a block or two away. The grounds were so beautiful. I appreciate the shaded areas because it was super hot outside. I came here for a wine festival. It was a cute little event. I was a little shocked that my allergies didn't act up because everhtime I go to a park i am sneezing my head off. I found it cool that some of the trees had some plaques on them for remembrance. I loved the cute little ponds. I should have walked to other areas to check out the other grounds. I'm not sure if I would come back for a day visit. It was a little far for me to get too on a hot day.

Came here for a work event and this place feels pretty exclusive, so I am very honored to have…read morereceived the invite to come check this spot out. The car display they had were super nice. They had vintage cars to modern sports car, and even a Humvee. The event was catered and had an open bar. The bartender somehow remembered that I liked IPAs and kept my glass full all night. The food that they served were pretty good as well, that I made it my dinner. I look forward to coming back again for another event.

French fries were so crispy and tasty. Gnocchi was delicious. The calamari salad was a little bit…read more Chewy ...service was great.

Visited back in April -- the Vander Ende-Onderdonk House Museum is a true hidden gem. Nestled right…read moreon the Queens-Brooklyn county line, in the far northwest corner of Ridgewood and well off the typical tourist path, this historic house museum offers a quiet, intimate escape with a fascinating story to tell. The collection inside is thoughtfully curated, showcasing artifacts that illuminate both the house's past and the surrounding neighborhood's rich history. The staff is warm and welcoming, and one guide in full period attire was not only gracious but impressively knowledgeable a wonderful touch that really brings the space to life. This is a must-visit for history buffs, preservation professionals, Ridgewood locals, or anyone exploring NYC who's craving an "out-of-the-way" spot to slow down, reflect, and soak in some Queens-centric history. Don't miss the "Arbitration Rock" on the grounds tucked inside a picket-fenced enclosure, it's an intriguing remnant of the historic boundary dispute that once defined the Ridgewood (Queens)-Bushwick (Brooklyn) border. A peaceful, educational, and surprisingly charming experience.

We were so happy to have our daughter's wedding at the Onderdonk house and gardens at the end of…read moreMay. The staff there could not have been better stewards for the space or kinder shepherds to us as we worked out way through the planning, execution, and enjoyment of a wonderful event with friends and family. We are big DIYers and the gracious guidance of Virginia and others at Vander Ende-Onderdonk took exceptional care of us. A joyous event (and huge success for us) and cannot sing my praises enough for this gem of a location.

I didn't end up using this facility since they no longer offer skate rentals during public…read moresessions, but the reception was very kind in explaining. Hopefully their website will be updated soon.

An ice rink in Long Island City, located on top of a warehouse. Parking is on the main level…read morealthough it is a little tight. Upstairs 3rd floor has a single rink underneath a soft dome, ice is a little on the soft side but isn't bad for the hockey and learn to skate that you have here. Check in is the 2nd level, and there's a training center in the basement. They have a skate shop on the entry floor with the garage.

Last year everyone was so friendly and wonderful. I enjoyed the food the area and the items vendedread more

I was there about 10 years ago , I had a great time . The only thing was I drove around for parking…read more.

Note: Schedules/locations are updated at https://www.japanfes.com/newyork/2026…read more Always on weekends, and always on a handful of blocks, this is a very popular and very crowded Japanese food festival. From previous years, the space was very cramped, but at least this year, on the Upper East Side earlier today, it wasn't as bad as usual, as it seems some stuff was actually spread out for once. There are a couple of vendors who are commonly there, such as Karl's Balls, a takoyaki/octopus ball stand, among others. New for me this year was Mochi Mochi Sisters, which had various types of mochi, as per the name. This included fruit-filled ones (mango/peach/pineapple) for $3, larger daifuku for $5 to $6, depending on type and filling, or a single skewer of Mitarashi Dango for $5. I got the latter one, and I regretted it a bit even outside of the price, as it lacked any char, though at least the sugar/soy sauce syrup wasn't super sweet. Another newcomer was Chotto Matcha, which unfortunately only made matcha lattes, so I wasn't interested. I thought of getting some $5 broth from Menya Jiro, but in hindsight, I'm happy I didn't based on reviews. It's a fun thing to check out, but the prices are laughable.

I had so much fun at Japan Fes and ate so much good food. I enjoyed learning about Japanese…read moreculture. The festival did not only have food, but they had music, games, and art. There were a lot of vendors there. I was able to try Japanese dishes like onigiri, inari zushi, yakitori, gyoza, karaage, and the katsu sando. I had sweet treats like mochi, tanghulu fruit candies, and the delicious ube soufflé pancake. They also had refreshing drinks and different matcha vendors. I plan to go to Japan Fes every year. The festival is throughout the year in different boroughs in NYC and ends in December 5th.

Lovely time at this year's (2026) Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Flushng Meadows Corona Park…read more Attended on the 2nd Day (Sunday). The races start very early at around 9am. I arrived and parked a bit further away at the parking lot closer to the zoo and it was empty at around 9am. As i walked toward the festival and lake areas, I saw that the parking lots closer to those areas were also emptier around that time. The races were great with lots of onlookers surrounding the lake....most taking up the few prime viewing locations. I was able to see a bunch of races...some more exciting than others coming down to the final meters. As far as the festival, some vendors did begin to set up around 9:30/10am or so...but the full range of vendors weren't up and running until shortly after 11am. Performances on the main stage, also began around 11am. Be sure to check the schedule for a full timeline of events. Since the races do last all day, feel free to go a bit later in the morning. Though, when I was ready to leave around 12:30pm-ish, some of the lots were starting to fill up. Festival is completely free...and there were some vendors giving out free items including bags and t-shirts.

This is the 35th year that the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival has held their event featuring boat…read moreracing with origins in Chinese historical tradition. The story begins in one of the kingdoms during the Warring States period in Chinese history, ruled by King Huai of Chu in roughly 3rd century BCE. In his court Qu Yuan served as a loyal and patriotic royal court minister, who incensed then was slandered by other officials for advocating against the neighboring state of Qin, and due to their influence was exiled from court by the king. In his banishment, Qu Yuan lamented the state of his country through poetry*, but was driven to despair upon hearing that Qin had invaded his home country of Chu. He dove into into the Milou River to his end--this is when according to legend nearby fishermen raced over in their boats to try to save his body from being eaten by the fishes. They threw rice into the water and hence the tradition arose of dragon boat racing and eating bamboo-wrapped sticky rice for this holiday. This NYC event started in 1990 on the Hudson River in Battery Park, organized by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office as part of a cultural exchange, though it's since become a local non-profit. The races are composed of both traditional teakwood and modern fiberglass boats with painted dragon heads and tails, helmed by a team of up to 20 people, including a drummer, a steersperson, and paddlers. Often in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in the few months leading up to the event you will see teams practicing rowing. Competitive teams from all around the NY metro region come for this event. The day of the event for most attendees, you will need binoculars or a camera with a good zoom lens to really see the action as the lanes are set up in the center of Meadow Lake, pretty far from shore. The date of the event is always held over a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) in August so it's usually very hot too (this year was in the 90's), so best to come prepared with water, sunblock, and a hat/umbrella/some type of head covering. There are few shaded areas directly around the lake though there is a VIP tent section which I believe is for paid ticket holders. Aside from the races in more recent years there has been a schedule of performances throughout both days, this year included performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center, NYC Japanese Taiko Drum group, and others. There are stands set up by sponsors, some giving out swag, that run the gamut from energy/soft drinks, local tennis organizations, insurance agencies and banks, government agencies (city services, local police, state trooper recruiting), boyscouts--truly a wide array. Some of the stands with freebies had long lines, like 20-30 mins. There is event merch available for purchase too. I appreciated that there was an area under covered tents for traditional arts and crafts, with local artists showcasing some of their work and encouraging others to participate. Not much of a line here surprisingly. Food and drink-wise there isn't a huge number of options, though enough if you want to grab a casual lunch. They had a few food trucks, and set up (see photos) of several tables selling Chinese food. Admission is free and open to the public, the event proceeds rain or shine annually. For more info: https://www.hkdbf-ny.org/en/ *Qu Yuan left behind a volume of poems called "Chu Ci", which is one of the main poetry canons in Chinese literature.

I went to this event a few years ago and had a great time. I decided to go back again this year…read moreand had a good time. I am really happy to share some pros and cons related to this event. Some pros are; the event is for charity, environmentally caring, there is a good vibe there, great view by the water, not too crowded, and you sometimes see discounted tickets. Some cons are; some samples are small, some places run out of food, limited samples (you buy ticket books) long lines, overall value. Will I go back next year? Depends on what else is happening that weekend.

Taste of Williamburg Greenpoint is a culinary benefit to build the Northside Town Hall. It was also…read morethe latest location for date day and I had so much fun. I found out about the event through Yelp (yay!) and bought tickets for 8 tastings and 4 beverages. The space was chock full of restaurants selling their best, sponsors hawking their products, and hungry hungry Brooklynites. I arrived around 2 pm and stayed just until it started raining. Lucky for me, I was able to use all my coupons in time! Staff were fantastic overall, with big smiles and enthusiastic attitudes. Now, to the eats: Brooklyn Cupcake - fantastic generous ladies who are passing out the mini chocolate, french toast, red velvet, and vanilla cupcakes like they're going out of style. Brooklyn Floss - root beer cotton candy, a lovely lady spinning the sweets, and lots of happy people in the "smile spot" as they are mystified by their growing cloud of sugar. The Brooklyn Star - winner of the longest line, The Brooklyn Star passed out cheddar cheese waffles with fried chicken, cabbage slaw, and mashed potatoes. Tasty, creative, and pretty. Dirck the Norseman passed out beef brisket and pulled pork with soft buns. Oh so meaty, rich goodness, with a good portion size. Pies and Thighs offered their fried chicken on a biscuit with hot sauce and sweet creamy mayo, which while tiny, is still rich enough to clog your arteries. Maison Premiere was giving out cocktails and oysters on the half shell for a ticket - a nice clean and crisp alternative to the nearby bar fare. Phin & Phebes had six ice cream flavors to sample - or you could get three for a ticket! The ginger cookie and Vietnamese coffee were incredible. Rosamunde Sausage Grill had the second longest line. The Andouille was really solid and they had really fun condiments like wasabi and spicy mayos and cheese sauces Teddy's Bar and Grille had AMAZING beignets. Two Door Tavern had salsa rubbed fried chicken wings - creative, well executed, and delish. Yelp offered a fun gift basket and the usual fun knick knacks- I hope I win! There are probably more that I can't remember. BUT it was such a fun day with very cool people. I reserve a star however - my ticket came with four drink tickets. I can't drink alcohol. So I got lots and lots of free sodas, but definitely not enough to justify the cost of the tickets. I am mollified in that my purchase has made the dream of building the town hall closer, buuuuut may buy one off tickets next year for the food and not drinks.