Tips for throwing a party at Central Park

New York City parks make for an excellent venue for a birthday bash or a private party, and not a lot are more iconic than Central Park itself! Whether it’s a picnic on a warm day or a themed celebration that one’s aiming for, here are some tips to keep in mind when one’s hosting a rocking Central Park party.

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Be picnic-ready

If it’s a picnic theme in mind, be consistent with the whole setting in every aspect of the event. Earthy tones in wooden elements are great for the overall design, with pops of bright colors here and there and paper flowers to accentuate the tables and backdrop. Delicious comfort food will not only keep the guests full and happy but also complement nature and the outdoors as a feast for the eyes.

Know your playgrounds

If it’s an adult party with a playground theme or an actual kid’s birthday, know where the playgrounds are. Heckscher Playground, located at mid-park near 65th St, has all the amenities from playground and picnic tables to Umpire Rock and bathrooms. There’s also the East 110th Street Playground on the northern edge as well as the semi-secret spot of the Arthur Ross Pinetum Playground, which has picnic tables and open, tree-filled spaces to roam.

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Research party packages and venues

Central Park is big on wedding festivities, so find the answers you need about anything from wedding permits to photography, as well as fully customizable and all-inclusive wedding packages. Decide if you’re holding the ceremony at Wagner Cove or by the Bethesda Fountain Terrace, or if you’ll be holding a fabulous reception dinner at the Boathouse.

David Gordon Fried plans events for a living. He resides in New York and enjoys its world-class museums and local sights when unwinding or looking for inspiration for his work. More event planning tips here.

More Interesting Ideas For Fundraisers

Planning an event is always a treat. It’s even better if you’re working with like-minded people. While some people take planning all too seriously and end up getting all stressed out, I recommend that you take a breather at times to look back at what the event would be like.

Take fundraisers for example. Planning for charity events not only makes one excited because it’s for a cause, there’s an added motivation that those who’ll be in attendance will also see what you’ve been fighting for. Here are a number of exciting ideas for fundraisers.

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Beach parties: Reserving a part of a beach for a charity event may help people see the value in keeping the environment safe and clean.

Superhero visits: With all the superhero movies coming out, children will be sure to appreciate if a group of cosplayers visited them either in hospitals or orphanages.

Mini-zoos: Setting up a mini-zoo in the community park can be a hit for people who might want to adopt a pet from the nearest shelter.

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Storytelling time with the elderly: Events at nursing homes wherein the elderly can share stories about the community or even their time as war veterans are sure to pull on the heartstrings of visitors.

Sports festivals: Sporting events can be fundraisers too. Invite some young athletes from the neighborhood to participate in exhibition games can help raise funding for sports facilities in the area.

Hi there. I’mDavid Gordon Fried, an event planner based in New York. Find more about the stuff I love on this blog.