events

Join Storyland: The Bronx Book Haven, Bronx Terminal Market, Bee True to You, and Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson for an epic celebration of our stories! This special Read & Rave features Bronx authors, live music, and fun activities. It also marks the official launch of the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) – Bronx Reads Together partnership!

Registration: www.storylandbx.org

Join us for a fun, high-energy Health Day at Williamsbridge Oval Park, championing #Not62—because the Bronx deserves better than last place when it comes to health outcomes.

This family-friendly event brings the community together through movement and wellness, featuring a skating party, line dancing, yoga, and other physical activities for all ages. Enjoy free health screenings, healthy cooking demos, and connect with local organizations offering health education, resources, and outreach.

Open to all.

In partnership with the 161st Street BID and supported by Vanessa L. Gibson, Althea Stevens, and Community Board BX4, the festival brings the borough’s food, creativity, and entrepreneurial energy to center stage.

Built in the neighborhood and rooted in culture, Bronx Night Market elevates local businesses, strengthens community, and drives real economic impact where it matters most.

Bronx Frame invites Non Films for a screening of independent short films followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.

With a dynamic fusion of tap, live music, masks, and physical theater, acclaimed tap dancer Orlando Hernández depicts a series of encounters rooted in Taíno and early colonial Puerto Rican history—exploring themes of myth, violence, resistance, and transformation.

The Run Your Y (WHY) 5K will be a powerful mental health awareness experience that highlights the connection between physical and mental health, emphasizing the transformative power of running for the mind and body.

Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) in partnership with Storyland: The Bronx Book Haven, Bronx Terminal Market, the Office of the Bronx Borough President, and NYC Public Schools are launching a borough-wide literacy movement. We’re inspiring our youngest readers (Grades 2K–4th) with a special reading by community partners of Luna Loves the Bronx by local star Kayla Arthur.Let’s inspire the next generation—One Dope Book at a Time! ✨

A celebration honoring Bronx veterans for their service to our country. This event will recognize and thank our borough’s veterans, as well as the organizations that advocate for and support them.

We will also remember recently fallen soldiers and provide an opportunity to connect with veterans from across the borough and city—alongside great food and music.

Registration required.

Get your hands messy making candles while munching on tacos, sipping on cocktails and chilling after work vibes every month!

A free film club open to Bronx residents to watch films, build community, and receive feedback on short films and scripts.

Compete in trivia and win raffle prizes. This event is intended for youth, young adults, students, and adults.

Submit your script or short film to info@bxicc.org by Monday, May 4.

The BX Factor is a small business pitch competition hosted by the Bronx Economic Development Corporation. Five Bronx-based entrepreneurs will present their business ideas to a panel of judges for a chance to win $22,000 in prize funding.

Sponsored by Santander Bank and Verizon.

Join us for a heartwarming and inspiring celebration as we honor the incredible lives and enduring legacies of our community’s centenarians.

This special event will bring together family, friends, and community members to pay tribute to those who have reached the remarkable milestone of 95 years or more.

To attend, honorees should contact Larcenia Walton at 718-590-3554 or lwalton@bronxbp.nyc.gov. Honorees may attend free of charge; additional guests are $60.