Every Saturday this season, Fifth Avenue between Union and 4th Streets goes car-free, and this week Park Slope Open Streets programs it around live music. You get bands along the corridor, outdoor dining from the avenue's restaurants and bars, and a street full of neighbors and dogs. If you want an easy Brooklyn afternoon that rolls into evening, walk the strip.
What to expect
Expect a long, car-free stretch of Fifth Avenue with tables in the roadway, kids on scooters and live music at points along the route. People drift between sets, stop for food or drinks and wander the side streets.
Good to know
- The car-free zone runs on Fifth Avenue between 4th Street and Union Street.
- The R train at Union Street or 9th Street drops you at either end.
- B63 buses reroute around the closure; use 4th Avenue stops.
- Programming is weather-permitting, so check the group's Instagram for updates.
- Bring a picnic blanket or grab a table at a restaurant along the route.
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Common questions
Which blocks are closed to cars?
Fifth Avenue between 4th Street and Union Street.
What happens if it rains?
Open Streets says programming is weather-permitting and subject to change, with updates on its Instagram.
