Redfern is the far eastern end of the Rockaway peninsula, past where most visitors ever get, and its playground is the centre of the neighbourhood's summer. Deuce Day is the kind of hyperlocal event that never makes a citywide listing but pulls the whole surrounding development out for an afternoon. Free, in a public playground, and the beach is a short walk south.
What to expect
Expect a playground-based gathering with amplified music, tables and activities for children, and a crowd made almost entirely of the surrounding blocks. Playground equipment stays open throughout. Nothing is ticketed and people drift in and out across the afternoon.
Good to know
- Redfern Playground is in Far Rockaway, Queens, a walk from the A at Far Rockaway-Mott Avenue and served by local Q bus routes.
- Free and open to the public — it is a permitted public event, so no ticket or RSVP is involved.
- Playground equipment is on site, which makes it easy with children.
- Bring water and sun protection — playground shade is limited.
- Level paved surfaces throughout.
- The Rockaway beach and boardwalk are a short walk or bus ride south.
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Common questions
Where is Redfern Playground?
In Far Rockaway, Queens, near the eastern end of the peninsula.
Is it free?
Yes — it is a free permitted public event.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, it is held in a playground with activities for kids.
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