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FEATURED EVENTS

Fly Away Redbirds – New York Transit Museum

Step aboard the famed Redbird subway cars, in service from 1959 through 2003, for a special round-trip excursion. This ride starts and ends at the historic Old South Ferry station, opened in 1905 and closed to the public since 2017. Before the ride, take photos of the vintage train on the platform and check out station details like original mosaics and terracotta artwork. The 90-100-minute ride will go up to the Bronx, travel through a train yard for a special behind-the-scenes view before heading back downtown to Old South Ferry station.
Dates: 
11/07/2026
Morning Ride: 10am-12pm ET Afternoon Ride: 2pm - 4pm ET
Location: 
Old South Ferry Station
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9/11 Remembrance Wreath Laying Ceremony

Northwest Bayside Civic Assoc. hosts a 9/11 wreath laying ceremony on Thursday, September 10th at 6:30pm at 33rd Ave and 204th Street
Dates: 
09/10/2026
6:30 pm
Location: 
33rd Avenue & 204th Street, Queens, NY, USA
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Oktoberfest at The Castle

Oktoberfest is back! After more than 10 years, the Bayside Historical Society is bringing back this fun-filled outdoor celebration for the whole family. Enjoy traditional German fare, beer, and live music while spending an afternoon with friends, family, and neighbors. Prost!
Dates: 
09/20/2026
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: 
Bayside Historical Society, Totten Ave, Fort Totten, NY 11359, USA
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2026 The Amazing Maize Maze at Queen's Farm

New York City’s only corn maze is waiting for you at The Queens County Farm Museum! The adventure begins with a Stalk Talk to prepare you for the challenge of finding clues, solving puzzles, and mazing your way to Victory Bridge – where the stunning vista of this 3-acre living labyrinth is revealed. How long will it take you to find your way through 3 acres of towering corn stalks? The Amazing Maize Maze is must-see NYC. Sponsored by Con Edison.
Dates: 
09/12/2026
09/13/2026
09/19/2026
Saturdays & Sundays, August 29 – November 1 (+ September 7) 11am – 4pm (last entry 4pm)
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Location:

73-50 Little Neck Parkway
Floral Park, NY, 11004-1129
United States

Phone:

(718) 347-3276

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Bayside Hills Civic Association hosts a 9/11 ceremony on Friday, September 11th at 7pm on the Northside corner of Horace Harding Expressway and Bell Blvd.
Dates: 
09/11/2026
7 pm
Location: 
Northside corner of Horace Harding Expressway and Bell Blvd
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