Stewards of McCarren Park
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THE HEART OF
NORTH BROOKLYN

Over one million visitors enjoy McCarren Park every year. Your support can help our staff make our park safer and cleaner for everyone.

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Neighbors enjoying McCarren Park
Our mission

A greener McCarren, cared for by its community

Stewards of McCarren Park is a volunteer organization run by neighbors to maintain, program, and protect the park we all share.

36
Acres of fields, courts & green space
2
Neighborhoods, one shared backyard
100%
Free and open to everyone, every day
Things to do

Get out and play

From the running track to the dog run to Saturday's market, there's always something happening at McCarren.

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Activity
Sports & Courts

McCarren Track & Field

A classic 400-meter loop and turf field open to runners, walkers, and pickup games from dawn to dusk.

Driggs Ave & Lorimer St
Activity
Sports & Courts

Tennis & Handball

Public tennis and handball courts—first come, first served, with permits in season.

Bedford Ave and Union Ave
Activity
Pool & Fitness

McCarren Play Center Pool

The historic summer pool and play center—free swimming for the whole neighborhood in July and August.

Lorimer St & Bayard St
Happening soon

Upcoming events

Free, all-season programming on the lawns and fields—movies, music, fitness, and stewardship days.

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Event
Tue Jul 22 · 8:30pm

Movies Under the Stars - Space Jam

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs

McCarren Park Blacktop
Event
Sun Jul 26 · 11:00 AM

Trash Pick Up Party

NBPK & Stewards of McCarren Park host a trash pick up party Sunday July 17th

Bedford & Lorimer
Event
Fri July 31 · 9am

McCarren Park Pool 90th Anniversary

This summer marks the 90th anniversary of NYC's 11 Olympic-sized public pools built through the Works Progress Administration (WPA), including McCarren Park's own Play Center Pool! Come celebrate with us! No RSVP required.

McCarren Park Pool
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Explore McCARREN PARK

Tap a marker to discover points of interest and activities across McCarren's thirty-six acres.

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Latest news

Updates, recaps, and stories from McCarren Park.

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News
July 24, 2026

Introducing the Stewards of McCarren Park

We're a new community-led volunteer group dedicated to caring for McCarren Park.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Where is McCarren Park?

McCarren Park sits on the border of Williamsburg and Greenpoint in Brooklyn, New York, roughly bounded by Bedford Avenue, Nassau Avenue, and Lorimer Street. It covers about 36 acres.

Is McCarren Park free to visit?

Yes. McCarren Park is a free, public New York City park, open to everyone year-round. Its lawns, ball fields, courts, running track, and playgrounds are open to the public.

What is there to do at McCarren Park?

The park has ball fields, a running track, tennis and handball courts, a pool, a dog run, playgrounds, and open lawns—plus a Saturday greenmarket and free seasonal events. See things to do.

Who are the Stewards of McCarren Park?

Stewards of McCarren Park is a community nonprofit that cares for the park—funding tree and garden care, free programs, and the everyday work of keeping McCarren clean, green, and open to all.

How can I volunteer at McCarren Park?

Volunteers meet every Sunday at 9:30 AM in front of the Park House for trash and leaf pickup, flood mitigation, and gardening. No experience needed. Volunteer with us.

Support the park

Help keep McCarren green for everyone

Help out with tree care, flood mitigation, and trash pickup.

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