Giddy-up pardners!…read more Who knew you can learn to ride horseback right here in Manhattan? Even a city slicker center get on horseback and ride into the sunset. They accept youngsters to adults for horse riding lessons here. It's also a not for profit organization. You can learn English or Western riding, along with grooming and barn management lessons. They can also be combined. For parents this is a terrific thing to treat your kids to. They also accept full and part time volunteers. They also accept tax deductible donations. Located on Randall's Island which I run on a lot, and easy to get to off the Wards Island Bridge.

Today was my daughter's 1st time here and we were 8 mins late. At first it seemed as if they were…read morenot expecting me but after a few mins the lady came back and took my daughter in. Honestly i expected them to just teach her for the remaining 20 mins being that they had other kids there whom had arrived early for their turn. But they gave her an amazing introductory class that made my daughter very comfortable and wanting to go back. DO NOT FORGET BUG SPRAY, like i did! While my daughter rode her horse i spoke to the staff whom were very nice but serious about what they do. Which was reflected in the way the other parents there spoke about their experience there. We will definitely go back. Very happy to have found this place in nyc!

What a scam! We signed up our son for their camp and at 4:30p the Friday before camp they told us…read moreit was cancelled. This leaves our family in the lurch with no chance to find an alternate solution in time for Monday. When I called the manager he said they could have waited until Monday morning to tell us. If this is how they do business, you would be well advised to avoid them. Your family means nothing to them!

I was having a good time with my date until I had to interact with most of the staff. They are…read moregrinches. The spot is Kind of outdated and a little dirty I'm kind of disappointed when I think about the bad customer service, everyone has an attitude in there except the cashier for the races. The arcade is okay. Didn't try the food because the host was a grinch. The guy who announces the races hates his job you can hear it in his voice. I found RPM bc of the one I went to in Long Island mad long ago. Maybe I should just stay in New York because Jersey is a let down

Under the previous owners this was a great spot. A fun hangout, a great source of exercise, and a…read morefun novelty for cyclists and skaters of all ages. Unfortunately the current management is lax and doesn't supervise the park. So unless a parent steps up to direct kids, a lot of children get into accidents. The owner has an anger problem. He loves to start arguments and pick fights with people. He seems to enjoy belittling people and bragging about how much money he spends. Because he is often smoking pot in his trailer, he sometimes yells at people using his trailer's PA system. As of writing, the photos shown on this yelp page are inaccurate. The track was modified 3 years ago, and is about 2/3 the size of what the first few photos show. There is no longer any artwork on the track.

Everyday I spend time here I understand why we have so many issues in this world. The amount of…read morepeople that come here and try to make trouble was shocking but NY has changed. Signs everywhere saying you need to pay and have a helmet. I have come here dozens of times and shocked by people's behavior and then reactions when they get screamed at. People try to sue these types of places weekly and you wonder why they flop out when you walk right by a large sign...! The dirt park is pretty intense and it's rad to watch the guys shred. The paved pump tracks are awesome for all levels of biker and skater. I got to watch some 3-6 year old shred. Personally can spend a couple hours there easily and if it's slow all day as lines are endless. Sign a waiver and pay 5$ .... a coffee is more. I couldn't believe it was so cheap. They have board and bike rentals again 5$ per hr.

This is my second time participating in Cupid's Undie Run to raise money for a cure for…read moreneurofibromatosis. The event was at The DL in the city. There was a bar, merchandise you could buy, and some photo opps. Check in started at 11:30am but we didn't arrive until a little after 1:00pm. We checked our clothes, had a drink, and it was time for the race. The race started at 1:30pm. Everyone's energy was great! I loved all the different costumes. The race was about a mile and it was through the streets and over a bridge. After the race, there was a party with a DJ. Overall, I had so much fun.

Despite the frigid, arctic temps with wind chills hovering around -30 degrees or maybe less, either…read moreway most everyone came out to participate for the final event that is the Cupid's Undie Run to support the end of Neurofibromatosis (NF) through the Children's Tumor Foundation. Our Yelp team, 'Baby it's Yelp Outside', raised over $7K+ towards this charity and won third place in fundraising for NYC...Whoo Hoo!!! Thanks to all of my supporters and contributors in helping me reach my fundraising goals which added to the teams overall goal, couldn't have done this without you. As it was explained to me, this is one of the few charities that you don't have to worry about where the funds are going as it goes directly to the Children's Tumor Foundation and that in itself makes this particular event even more than worth it. Thanks to our Yelp NYC Crew, Drew, Sierra and Katey for being there. I was genuinely happy to see our Yelp table representing, as you always do. Thanks to all the Yelpers, friends and family that came out despite the extreme cold, very brave of you considering the weather conditions. This year it was clearly stated that you did not have to do the run, which a few people heeded. But that didn't stop some of the barely clad who did the shortened run by the Westside Highway, with car horns blaring, showing love or better yet wondering what the hell is going on with hundreds of people running in their unmentionables...that was a funny sight to see. Also, thanks to Brian N. who made me aware of this charity a few years ago and Alexandra K. who ran our cool team of Yelpers this year by keeping everyone informed and pretty much managing all things necessary for our teams success. Awesome afternoon dance party with underwear wearing fund raisers, what more could you ask for? Oh, I know, temperatures in February slightly above freezing.

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Tower Foundation Never forget…read more Very hard to escape the memories daily in the first few years. Now it's just bad for a month leading up to the anniversary. I try to do something productive like donate. I find the organization to be dedicated and worthy of your donation!

I had never heard of this run before a few months ago, but I was planning to visits friends in the…read morecity in sept and was also looking for a run to do out here to kind of get used to running after flying and just out of my comfort zone (ie not on the lakefront in Milwaukee.) I'm so glad I found this run because besides being a really cool route - running thru the Brooklyn battery tunnel (sorry, I'm old and still call it that) from red hook, Brooklyn - it also was the one of the most inspiring stories I had heard about 9/11. It commemorates the route from red hook to Manhattan an off duty firefighter took from the tunnel to the site of the towers, with all his gear on, after they'd closed the tunnel to traffic. Because of that it's a little longer than a 5k (I clocked 3.68 miles). Tons of firefighters and police run the race in uniform- it's an enormous race with 30000+ people, and there's also lots of regular people too running. As you come out of the tunnel, there's firefighters and military personnel holding up pictures of people who lost their lives and also cheering everyone on and high fiving you as you run by. It was kind of amazing and even though I didn't lose anyone on 9/11 its very emotional and makes you proud to be an American. They put on a huge street fair with a ton of food - burgers hot dogs ribs pizza donuts beer...and fruit too if you were trying to be healthy. A band I guess performed too. The line to take the wall st ferry to red hook was early (7:30 am cut off or so) and huge, even by 7 am when I was in line but it was an amazing race...i highly recommend!

After one hundred and thirty two years, Aqueduct called it quits, yesterday, Sunday, June 28, 2026…read more We were on the rail, she likes to stick her tongue right down my throat. It marked a historic final day of live racing at Aqueduct Racetrack. In the 6th race we bet an Exacta and the official top three finishers who won, placed, and showed were 1st (Won):Georgia Magic (Jockey: Jaime Rodriguez) 2nd (Placed):Ez Roll (Jockey: Dylan Davis) 3rd (Showed): Willintoriskitall (Jockey: Manuel Franco) The payout was $85.50 and she was so happy, she'd never been to a race track, we were at the rail. We got lucky and got paid $85 on like an $8dollar bet. I wanted to hit some tree in the parking lot after that and I did. Dinner at Nick's to go all out on crappy Greek beer Mythois, n wine. Why can't the Greeks get their sh-t together to make decent beer and wine? From The Internet: Yesterday, Sunday, June 28, 2026 was an incredibly emotional and historic day for New York sports and horse racing. It marked the The "Big A" had been an iconic fixture of New York City culture since it first opened its gates on September 27, 1894. Here is why yesterday's final race card was so significant: 1. The End of NYC Horse Racing With Aqueduct closing its tracks to live racing forever, it marks the end of an era for the last operating horse track within the five boroughs of New York City. For generations of local fans, bettors, and families, it was the ultimate blue-collar, accessible subway-to-track experience. 2. A Massive Changing of the Guard The closure is the result of a massive operational consolidation by the New York Racing Association (NYRA). The state-backed, $455 million modernization project at nearby Belmont Park on Long Island is wrapping up, allowing Belmont to handle winterized, year-round thoroughbred racing. Downstate racing is consolidating there, alongside the historic summer meets at Saratoga. 3. A Legendary Legacy Yesterday's final crowd walked the same grounds where some of the greatest athletes in racing history made their names. Aqueduct hosted legendary champions like Man o' War, Secretariat, Easy Goer and Cigar. It even filled in as the temporary home of the Belmont Stakes from 1963 to 1967 while Belmont Park was undergoing its last major renovation. What Happens Next? While the roar of the thoroughbreds down the stretch has gone quiet, the property isn't shutting down entirely just yet: The facility will remain open for simulcast horse betting and off-track wagering through Labor Day (September 7, 2026). Resorts World Casino next door continues to expand, having recently launched live dealer table games earlier this Over 100 acres of the historic state-owned track land will be redeveloped into housing, retail, and community open space for Queens. It was a bittersweet, final $5-ticket goodbye to a local legend. Live racing officially moves over to the reimagined Belmont Park when it opens on September 18.

First and apparently the last time I will be at Aqueduct Racetrack to bet - since the last day was…read moreyesterday Sunday June 28, 2026. My horse "Assume Nothing" came in to win on the 9th and final race of the day. I loved the energy and the 70s style atmosphere. Silks bar line started to get long as the day progressed but I managed to sneak in 2 rounds of drinks before the lines became unbearable. Glad I left for Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn to drink some Guinness and eat wings at tidbits elsewhere. "Assume Nothing" now as legendary as Secretariat and Pie-O-My.

I'm not a runner…read more No. I'm one of those people who wear fancy workout clothes and get out of breath after a minute of "running". So why did I sign up for this? I wanted a fancy medal! Of course, the one year that I signed up for this, they decided NOT to give out medals and to give out tech T-shirts instead. I guess I'll wear my tech tshirt instead of a medal while training for my next race. It was pretty cool running past the unisphere, museum, fountain (which did not run this year -- what, are they getting cheap with water too?!). Mile 1. This is good. I'm gonna keep running. Yeah. I'm almost at mile 2. Mile 2. Okay I did a mile. I'm gonna slow down a bit. Yeah. Mile 3. Why did I sign up for this again? Oh right, the medal. Yes. I've done 5Ks before, I can do this. Mile 4. LALALALALALALALALALALA Mile 5. Wait. Am I done with mile 5 or did I just start it? Where am I? I'm so confused. HEY THEY'RE PLAYING MY JAM!!! (Backstreet boys) Mile 6. I'M DONE I'M DONE I'M DONE!!!! Where the heck is the finish line?!?!?!? Oh... 10K is 6.2 miles... WHY IS THIS 0.2 MILES SO LONG!!!!!! Finish line. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! I'm not doing this again. ........Who am I kidding, I'll sign up again next year.

This is a good race in an under-appreciated NYC park. The 2013 race was a lot of fun and the…read moretemperature was even a little cooler this year. I even turned in my fastest competitive 10K time, ever. One of the downsides is the ever increasing overcrowding issue that plagues these runs. It's a little annoying to be bumped into by many people. Give me some space, man. Another issue (my take) is not having the first water station right after the 1 mile marker. I think this should be a must, especially during what is probably the hottest run of the year. But overall, I like this fast and mostly flat run. Glad I ran it today and did well.

So much fun !!!!…read more This is my second time doing this race. First time was in DC. Different styles! DC was more competitive! But NY was so much fun !! Tips! First ! Go online to check the dates ! Second! Buy the package! Different packages according your style with different prices. I recommend the package that is mail to you. So much easy and you don't have to do the long line. Third! Check the free samples before you do the race! After the race the lines are extremely long !!! The race starts inside the mets stadium! You can take pictures and spend a little time inside the stadium and on the field! After the mets stadium you will find the Different stations of colors! You can actually play with them ! Take pictures! Sit on the floor! At the end they are giving medals and more color powder! It's extremely fun ! You can go with your family! no matter the age ! Kids ! Seniors! It's a fun family activity! Extremely reccomend!!!

This is not a timed run, also I don't believe it was officially a 5k distance. But it's a fun…read morerun! So if you're looking to be timed accurately this race is not for you. Be warned you sometimes have people literally rolling on the floor in the color areas... which already has somewhat limited view due to all the color powder, so be careful and jump over them... I recommend bringing a bandana of sorts to cover your nose and mouth when running through the areas they throw the color powder... it tastes nasty... The coolest part of this race is running through Citifield... like on the field! you bet I #selfie during that part of the run.