Things to Do

Park-goers enjoy the expanse of the Meadow with the east-side skyline in the distance.

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Visitors enjoying hot drinks and pastries in the indoor gathering space of the Davis Center, Harlem, New York City

Explore the Davis Center

Welcome to your space for year-round fun—from swimming to skating, strolling, relaxing, and more—all in the heart of Central Park’s north end.

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A Conservancy staff member helps a visitor at a gift shop.

Shop with Purpose

Visit one of our gift shops in the Park and make a purchase that will directly support this greenspace.

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THE BEST WAY TO SEE CENTRAL PARK

Our tours are the best way to experience Central Park—checking off everything on your must-see list.

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Your Central Park Summer is Here

Sign up for email and get the official Central Park Summer Guide—with your roundup of seasonal events, activities, hidden gems, and more—right in your inbox.

Get the Free Guide

Explore the Davis Center

Welcome to your space for year-round fun—from swimming to skating, strolling, relaxing, and more—all in the heart of Central Park’s north end.

Learn More

Shop with Purpose

Visit one of our gift shops in the Park and make a purchase that will directly support this greenspace.

Find a Gift Shop

THE BEST WAY TO SEE CENTRAL PARK

Our tours are the best way to experience Central Park—checking off everything on your must-see list.

Book Now

Explore Central Park with the Conservancy as Your Guide

The opportunities to engage with Central Park are as diverse as the City it calls home. The Conservancy's year-round lineup includes daily programs, seasonal and holiday events, educational opportunities, and ways to give back to your 843-acre backyard.


If you’re planning a field day, game tournament, birthday party, or any other type of event that includes activities for twenty people or more, you’ll need to request a special event permit from NYC Parks.