An easy afternoon of open-air leisure spread out on Central Park's iconic Great Lawn.
What to expect
A relaxed outdoor gathering where you stake out a spot on the lawn and enjoy the afternoon at your own pace.
Good to know
- Set on the Great Lawn's South West Lawn in Central Park, Manhattan
- Bring a blanket to claim your patch of grass
- Good for groups, couples, or solo downtime outdoors
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Common questions
Where does this take place?
On the South West Lawn of Central Park's Great Lawn in Manhattan.
What is it?
An open-air picnic and afternoon of leisure on the lawn.
