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Captains in Kayaks: Building Connections on NYC’s Waterways
August 22, 2025
At NYC Ferry, we believe the water connects us all—whether you’re commuting to work on a ferry or paddling out on a kayak. That’s why we created Captains in Kayaks, our quarterly series designed to bring together NYC Ferry crew, local boathouses, and human-powered vessel operators for collaborative, hands-on sessions both on the water and
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Sukkot Holiday Schedule in Operation 10/9/2025-10/13/2025

August 22, 2025

Sukkot Holiday Schedule in Operation 10/9/2025-10/13/2025 During Sukkot, NYC Ferry will operate a modified weekday schedule on October 9th, October 10th, and October 13th and a modified weekend schedule on Sunday, October 12th to accommodate ridership patterns. Here’s everything you need to know about the Sukkot schedule: October 9th, October 10th, and October 13th: Modified

NYC Ferry Fall Schedule Change Effective 9/8/2025

August 22, 2025

NYC Ferry Fall Schedule Change Effective 9/8/2025 NYC Ferry Fall 2025 schedule changes will go into effect on Monday, September 8th, to accommodate changes in ridership. Here is everything you need to know about this schedule change: Rockaway weekday afternoon departure times have changed. Please review schedules below or on the NYC Ferry app to

Complete NYC Ferry Back-to-School BINGO & Win Big This School Year

August 11, 2025

The 2025-2026 school year is almost here, and as summer comes to a close, NYC Ferry is offering local families and high school students the opportunity to save on their ferry commute and the chance to win prizes at the start of the new school year. Beginning on Friday, August 15th and running until Tuesday,

Brooklyn Bridge Park Announces its 15th Anniversary Summer Programming Calendar

July 28, 2025

More than 50 free and low-cost events are planned from May through October, as the Park celebrates 15 transformational years on Brooklyn’s waterfront BROOKLYN, NY – Brooklyn Bridge Park today unveiled its 2025 Summer Programming Calendar, featuring over 50 free and low-cost events from May through October that bring arts, culture, fitness, film, and family

Changes are coming to NYC Ferry routes. We want your feedback!

July 14, 2025

Please complete the feedback form at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/nycferrychanges. Form closes on Labor Day, September 1st.   Have questions or want more information? Join us for a public meeting on Monday, July 21st, from 6:30pm – 8:00pm to learn more and be part of the conversation. Click here to register   For the first time since our

Summer Update for NYC High Schoolers – Keep Riding with Your Student Discount!

June 25, 2025

Dear NYC High School Students and Families, Congratulations on completing the 2024–2025 school year! As you head into a well-deserved summer break, NYC Ferry has a quick update for our Student Discount riders: Your student discount codes will remain active on weekdays all summer long! Just a heads-up: all 2024–2025 discount codes and student discount

The Rockaway Rocket returns on July 4th!

June 25, 2025

The Rockaway Rocket returns on July 4th! Tickets are now available for sale in the NYC Ferry App. The Rockaway Rocket is returning on July 4th and will run for a limited time between Long Island City, Greenpoint, and Rockaway. Beat the lines and the heat with a guaranteed spot on a ferry going directly

NYC Ferry Ending Operations Early 7/4/2025

June 18, 2025

Due to a planned United States Coast Guard safety zone and NYPD restrictions impacting Pier 11, most NYC Ferry routes will end service around 3:00 PM on Friday, July 4. Please see below for more information about planned service closures: East River Route • Last boat leaving Wall St/Pier 11 towards Hunters Point South –

NYC Ferry Service Changes Effective 6/30/2025

June 16, 2025

New NYC Ferry Summer schedules will go into effect on Monday, June 30th to accommodate changes in weekend ridership. Here is everything you need to know about this schedule change: • Due to a planned United States Coast Guard safety zone and NYPD restrictions impacting Pier 11, most NYC Ferry routes will end service around

Pride Month Picks: LGBTQIA+ Owned NYC Businesses

May 30, 2025

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community by uplifting the queer-owned businesses that help make NYC so vibrant. From cafés and barbershops to fine dining and wellness spaces, many of these spots are just steps from NYC Ferry landings, making it easy to explore and support all month long—and

Take the NYC Ferry to Porch Stomp 2025!

May 27, 2025

Free and Participatory Celebration of Folk Music and Dance on Governors Island NYC Ferry is excited to partner with Porch Stomp as they announce plans for their annual festival, which will take place on June 21st from 11am-6pm on Governors Island. Porch Stomp invites over two hundred folk bands, artists, and performing arts organizations to

NYC Ferry Boarding Policy at Landings Staffed with NYC Ferry Agents

May 23, 2025

Dear NYC Ferry Riders, As we approach the busy summer season, we are excited to welcome many New Yorkers and visitors to NYC Ferry landings across the city. To safely and effectively manage the boarding process, riders will see uniformed NYC Ferry agents at over 15 NYC Ferry landings during high ridership hours.Please follow all

Rockaway Reserve Returns this Memorial Day Weekend

May 9, 2025

NYC Ferry is excited to announce that Rockaway Reserve tickets will once again be available for purchase in the NYC Ferry app on all summer weekends starting Memorial Day weekend. See below for more details: Rockaway Reserve Tickets Starting May 24th, NYC Ferry riders can reserve a spot on any weekend Rockaway trip to the

Rockaway Ferry and East Shuttle Bus Weekday Changes Effective 5/19/2025

May 9, 2025

Dear NYC Ferry Rider, We are pleased to share that starting on May 19th, NYC Ferry will increase ferry service along the Rockaway route during weekday afternoon peak periods during our summer schedule. Rockaway route ferries will operate every 45 minutes between 3:45pm and 8:00pm Monday – Friday up to September 7th. This change will

NYC Ferry Summer Schedule Change Effective 5/19/2025

May 9, 2025

NYC Ferry Summer 2025 schedule changes will go into effect on Monday, May 19th to accommodate changes in ridership. Here is everything you need to know about this schedule change: On weekdays from 3:45pm-8:00pm, the Rockaway route will operate every 45 minutes. Due to limited shuttle availability, the Rockaway East Shuttle Bus will only serve

Join NYC Ferry at New York Public Library, Queens Public Library, and Brooklyn Public Library Branches

April 24, 2025

Join NYC Ferry at libraries throughout NYC to learn about NYC Ferry services and get information on the NYC Ferry Discount Program and the NYC Ferry Student Discount Program. Eligible seniors, people with disabilities, Fair Fares NYC participants, and NYC High School Students can apply to receive $1.45 NYC Ferry tickets. The NYC Ferry team