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By far the most popular venue for wedding photography in Central Park is

John B. Moore A Spring Wedding in Central Park.

Conservatory Garden, located at 5th Ave. and 105th St. Divided into three smaller gardens that each exhibit their own character and charm the Conservatory Garden features an extensive collection of flowers and shrubs that are in bloom from early spring to late fall.

Ceremonies and photography sessions require permits from the Central Park Conservancy. Permit fees go directly toward maintenance and horticulture in the Conservatory Garden. Print out and complete the application form by clicking on Wedding Application Please enclose a money order payable to Central Park Conservancy and return it by mail. Your date will be reserved and confirmed immediately, providing there is no conflict with a previously reserved party. If a conflict exists, they will notify you so that you may choose another date/time. A permit will be mailed to you a month before your date.

Wedding Ceremonies: Permit fee is $300.00; there is a cancellation fee of $75. There is an additional fee of $50 for photography (see below). Date, time (one hour maximum), and location within the Garden must be reserved. Wedding parties are limited to 100 people. Use of the lawn in the Central Garden is prohibited (see exception for wedding photography below). The following are also prohibited: receptions; throwing of rice, birdseed, flowers, and confetti; alcohol, chairs, rugs, runners, and tents; amplified music and/or speakers.

Wedding Photography: Non-refundable permit fee is $100.00. (In case of rain, you may reserve another date.) Date and time (30 minutes) must be reserved. Wedding parties may use the lawn in the Central Garden for 30 minutes only, and are limited to the couple, parents, and attendants totaling no more than 25 people.

Mail your permit application and money order (no personal checks) to the address shown at the bottom of the application.

For more information call 212-360-2766, Monday — Friday.
Other popular places include The Pond, Cherry Hill, Bow Bridge, Shakespeare Garden, East Green, Cedar Hill, the Mall, Hernshead, the 100th Street Pool, and the Harlem Meer. For permits for these and other areas of Central Park there is a fee of $25. For information, please call the Special Events & Permits Office of the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation at 212-408-0226. Or visit their website.

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