Rosh Hashanah School Holiday in Prospect Park

Join Prospect Park Alliance for family friendly programming on the school holiday for Rosh Hashanah.

Nature Exploration, 10 – 1 pm
Prospect Park Audubon Center, Free

Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs on Thursdays and Fridays at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.

Nature Around Us, 10–1 pm:  Enjoy different seasonal discovery stations and nature themed activities that will introduce you to the plants, insects and animals that call the park home.
Animal Encounter, 11–12 pm: Join Alliance Naturalists in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 11 am.
Family Bird Walk, 12–1 pm: Prospect Park is a stopping point for hundreds of bird species each year! Join us as we search for these amazing creatures and other nature around the park. Binoculars and bird guides are provided. This program departs from the Audubon Center promptly at 12 pm.

J’ouvert Genesis Immersive Experience, 12 – 4 pm
Lefferts Historic House, Free

Join Prospect Park Alliance, JouvayFest Collective and City Lore for the J’ouvert Genesis Immersive Experience — an exploration of the rich and colorful history of J’ouvert in Trinidad & Tobago and its important role in Brooklyn today. The exhibit includes lifesize J’ouvert costumes, large format photography, virtual reality and more.

Carousel Rides, 12 – 5 pm 
Children’s Corner, $3 per ride; $13 for a book of 5 tickets; Unlimited with Prospect Park Alliance Family Supporter membership. 

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with the park’s beloved Carousel. Join the Alliance at the Family Supporter level or above, and your family (up to 4 people) will receive unlimited rides on the Carousel for a full year!