COVID-19 Update

Prospect Park Alliance is working closely with the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation (NYC Parks) and other city agencies to respond to the quickly evolving health pandemic of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). The safety and well-being of our staff, patrons and entire community is our top priority.

Please note that the Prospect Park Zoo, Prospect Park Tennis Center, LeFrak Center at Lakeside and playgrounds are temporarily closed. Barbecuing and grilling, and on-site gatherings and events, are not allowed at this time. Team sports are also temporarily suspended. Our restrooms are open, please visit our map for locations.

Visit our Virtual Prospect Park page for ways of enjoying the park from the comfort of your home or on solo jaunts for exercise and nature.

We would also like to share the importance of following the directives outlined by the New York City Department of Health to help keep our community healthy:

• Healthy or sick, all New Yorkers need to stay home as much as possible.
• When you are out, practice social distancing by keeping 6 feet away from others, and avoid congregating in groups.
• When you are out, please wear a face covering. People who do not show symptoms may still be able to spread COVID-19. A face covering can help prevent the spread, so you should wear one whenever you leave the home.
• If you are sick or in close contact with people who are sick, and you need help getting medical care, call 311. NYC will provide care regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. The DOH has an easy guide to the best hand-washing practices.

Please also help us keep the park green and vibrant, by following these stewardship guidelines:

• Be a Park Champion and Help Keep the Park Clean and Green: please deposit litter in trash receptacles and carry out what you bring to the park.
• Follow the Rules of the Road: please keep in the correct lanes on the park drive, and follow the direction of traffic. Consider exercising in the park in the early or evening hours. 
• Protect The Environment: keep your pet on-leash, stay on park paths, refrain from climbing trees, and enjoy—but do not pick—park flowers.
• Keep Pets on Leash:  please follow CDC guidelines by keeping your pet on leash at all times. 

If you have specific questions about the virus, please visit the NYC Department of Health website or contact the New York coronavirus hotline at 888-364-3065. You can also text COVID to 692-692 to receive regular SMS texts with the latest news and developments from Notify NYC.