by Brooklyn Bridge Park Corporation
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An 85-acre waterfront park along 1.3 miles of the East River, with big playgrounds at Pier 6, sports courts, lawns and pebbly beaches facing the Manhattan skyline. Hundreds of free programs a year include kids' nature education, bike lessons and outdoor movies.
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| Monday | 6 AM – 1 AM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM – 1 AM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM – 1 AM |
| Thursday | 6 AM – 1 AM |
| Friday | 6 AM – 1 AM |
| Saturday | 6 AM – 1 AM |
| Sunday | 6 AM – 1 AM |
Park 6am–1am; playgrounds sunrise–sunset; pier hours vary
Free
Open daily. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
All ages.
Free
Sunday: 6 AM–1 AM · Monday: 6 AM–1 AM · Tuesday: 6 AM–1 AM · Wednesday: 6 AM–1 AM · Thursday: 6 AM–1 AM · Friday: 6 AM–1 AM · Saturday: 6 AM–1 AM. Park 6am–1am; playgrounds sunrise–sunset; pier hours vary
334 Furman St (park runs from Jay St to Atlantic Ave), 11201, in Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn.
No. Brooklyn Bridge Park is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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