Performances begin at 8 p.m., so if you want seating close to the bandshell, plan to arrive about 2 hours early -- if you're less particular, and depending on the size of your group, you can arrive up until the show begins.
Things to Bring:
- Food and drink (alcohol is generally tolerated, but there are police around, so keep it low-key)
- Candles (it gets dark as the night goes on and it can be difficult to see your companions)
- Jacket or Sweater (after the sun sets, the temperature can drop and you'll be happy to have it)
- Bug spray to keep mosquitos away (citronella candles can also do double duty)
- Balloons are a good way to help you find your friends (cell phones work too) [Please dispose of your balloons in the trash -- releasing them into the air is essentially littering and can be harmful to wildlife.]
- Blankets to sit on (a plastic garbage bag makes a great liner between your blanket/beach towel and the moist ground)
Directions to the Great Lawn in Central Park
The Great Lawn is located mid-park from 79th to 85th Street. The bandshell is located in the northern portion of Great Lawn.
- Take the 4/5/6 to 86th Street. Walk West 3 blocks to 5th Avenue and enter the park at the entrance between 85th/86th Streets. Follow the winding pathway (or the crowds).
- Take the A/B/C to 81th Street and enter the park at 81st Streets Follow the path or the crowds to the Great Lawn.
