Watermark takes over 10,000 square feet of double-level pier deck on the East River and dresses it as a beach club — palm trees, lounge seating, giant Jenga and ping pong, a full outdoor bar, and the Brooklyn and Williamsburg Bridges filling the view. Walking in is free, which is the part people miss. Friday and Saturday nights turn into Latin reggaeton parties with live DJs, and there is a kids' menu for the daytime crowd. If you want the harbor at golden hour without a ticket, this is where to
What to expect
Expect a sprawling open-air pier venue with lounge and bar seating on two levels, lawn games spread across the deck, and a menu of oysters, tacos, truffle fries, coconut shrimp, wings and burgers. Afternoons run happy hour and brunch; Friday and Saturday nights shift to DJ-led reggaeton parties starting at 9 p.m. Sunset over the Brooklyn Bridge is the reason to time your arrival.
Good to know
- Take the 2/3, 4/5, A/C/J/Z to Fulton Street and walk east to Pier 15
- General admission is free; a VIP open-bar pass is sold separately
- All ages welcome during the day, with a kids' menu available
- Weekend nights get busy after the DJ sets start — arrive earlier for seating
- It is a seasonal venue that closes at the end of summer
- Bring a layer — the pier catches the wind off the river after dark
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Common questions
Is there a cover charge?
General admission is free; there is an optional VIP two-hour open bar pass.
Can I bring kids?
Yes — all ages are welcome and there is a kids' menu, though weekend nights skew adult.
How long is it open this season?
Through August 31, 2026.
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