Central Park remains open and continues to be a great haven for New Yorkers and visitors.
Please continue to adhere to physical distancing guidelines to protect the health and safety of all:
Isolation Hotel Program information. -Free COVID-19 testing is available in New York City at more than 100 locations across the city. Visit the City's COVID-19 testing page for more information.
Open:
Restrooms
Most restrooms are open and cleaned daily. For a listing of closed restrooms, see below. Click this link to see locations of restrooms.
Central Park Zoo
Central Park Zoo is open with some programs suspended.
Playgrounds
As of June 22, 2020, playgrounds are open. Remember to wear a face covering and maintain at least six feet of distance between each child not in the same household. Wash your hands frequently, including before and after using play equipment.
Visitor Centers
The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center will be open Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This also applies to Catch & Release Fishing.
Tennis
The Tennis Center is open.
Read NYC Parks policies for reserving courts and getting permits for singles or doubles 2021 season.
Special Event Permits
Permits can now be requested for events of up to 200 people. New event safety measures are in place. More info here.
Fields
Fields are closed for the winter season. Click here for New York's Sports and Recreational Guidelines.
Courts
Basketball, handball, tennis, bocce, and volleyball courts are re-opened. Participants should continue to wear face coverings, follow social distancing protocols and avoid high-contact games, such as pick-up basketball.
Boating
The Loeb Boathouse and restroom are open. Boat rentals are available when weather permits.
Grilling Areas
Grilling in Central Park is still only permitted 3 days per year. More info here.
Dog Parks and Dog Runs
Off-leash rules still apply, but please note that the Center for Disease Control recommends that all dog owners keep their dogs on a leash and maintain at least six feet of distance from other people and animals.
Suspended or closed until further notice:
Playgrounds temporarily closed:
- Adventure Playground, located on the West side near 67th St.
Restrooms temporarily closed:
Visitor Centers temporarily closed:
- Chess & Checkers House
Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater - closed until further notice.
Seasonal Lawns closed for the winter:
- East Green
- Great Hill
- Great Lawn
- Heckscher Ballfields
- Bowling & Croquet Greens
- North Meadow
- Charles A. Dana Discovery Center
Lasker Pool & Rink - closed for renovation until 2024.
The Conservatory Garden will be restored over the course of 2022 and 2023. As the work progresses, different areas will be closed to allow for work being done. Construction in the South garden has begun as of Jan. 2022.