2026 NYC Walk to Feed the Hungry in Astoria Park
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Join Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi on September 26 for a joyful morning of compassionate action in support of the work of Buddhist Global Relief.
This year, for the first time since the Covid pandemic, Buddhist Global Relief will be holding a Walk to Feed the Hungry in New York City. Led by BGR founder and chair Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi, participants will walk peacefully through Astoria Park, near the East River in Astoria, Queens, and then will gather at a nearby site for a vegetarian lunch, speakers, and Dharma fellowship.
The Buddha said, “The gift of food is the gift of life.” By joining the walk, or supporting others on the walk, you’ll be giving the gift of life to people in need throughout the world.
Walk information
Schedule
9:30 am Registration/Check-in
10 am Welcome and blessing; Walk begins
11:30 am Vegetarian lunch and speakers (to be announced)
Astoria Park, Astoria, Queens
Park address: 19th Street between Astoria Park S. and Ditmars Blvd.
Enter at 24th Ave. Please check in at our registration table upon arrival. (View on Google Maps)
Nearest subway stop & directions: N/W to Astoria Boulevard (Hoyt Avenue & 31st Street). Exit the station at Hoyt Avenue North. There is an elevator at this exit. Walk west along Hoyt Avenue North, in the same direction as traffic (toward Triborough/RFK bridge). Turn right on 19th St. Walk 1 1/2 block to 24th Ave. Enter Astoria Park on 24th Ave. Along the paved path, veer left toward the parking lot. Walk around the parking lot (keeping the lot to your left) toward the Skate Park. Our meeting point is on the green near the Skate Park. Look for our tent and check-in table.
Interested in volunteering at the NYC Walk?
Support the 2026 NYC Walk to Feed the Hungry by volunteering! Volunteer opportunities include checking in participants, marshalling, setting up, cleaning up, and documentation/ photography. To join the team of volunteers or to learn more, please fill out the form below, and NYC Walk coordinator Dorotea will connect with you. Thank you!
