Alter Required Field Permit For Free

Things to Know Before You Apply. Special Events permits cost $25 to process, and the fee cannot be waived waived (except when requesting an NYC Parks group volunteer project). We will do our best to give you what you request, but this money is not refundable.

A picnic basket, a blanket, and Central Park, of course! The Park is home to lawns, benches, and picnic tables across its 843 acres, providing countless great picnic spots. Just remember: Please carry out your trash and recycling with you back to your home base, or better yet, pack your picnic in reusable containers.

Special events permits are required for events/activities where twenty or more people will be present. School picnics, birthday parties, and field days all require a special events permit.

Things to Know Before You Apply. Special Events permits cost $25 to process, and the fee cannot be waived waived (except when requesting an NYC Parks group volunteer project). We will do our best to give you what you request, but this money is not refundable.

You must have a Special Event permit to hold any event with more than 20 people in a park or on a beach, including barbecues and parties.There is a $25 non-refundable processing fee for all Special Events permits. Checks or money orders should be made payable to the City of New York Parks and Recreation.

Picnic Permits & ReservationsPermits are only needed if you have 20 or more people in your group. If you have less than 20 people, you are not required to have a permit; however, it is the only way to guarantee that your desired location will be available.

Special events permits are required for events/activities where twenty or more people will be present. School picnics, birthday parties, and field days all require a special events permit.