2026 Prospect Park Soiree

Wear your most festive attire, prepare a delicious feast, bring your favorite bottle of wine, and dine and dance under the stars in one of Prospect Park’s most scenic locations. Show off your creativity with your attire and table décor, and raise your glass in a toast to Brooklyn's Backyard!

Tickets are $60 through March 31, and then increase to $65.

Our Prospect Park Alliance members-only presale begins Thursday, March 19 at 9 am, and tickets will go on sale to the public on Tuesday, March 24 at 9 am. by Friday, March 13 at noon to access the presale.

City Winery will be on site with wine, beer, cider, and water for sale at the event. Guests may also

Event proceeds and a portion of wine sales benefit Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains, restores and advances Prospect Park for the benefit of the diverse communities that call Brooklyn home.

Event Schedule

5:00 PM – Event Begins

Use your ticket QR code to get checked in and enter the Peninsula to get the party started! Seating is first-come, first-served, and guaranteed for all guests. Tables seat 10 people, so small groups will be asked to share tables.

6:00 PM – Picnic

Enjoy your picnics and socialize as the sun sets.

8:00 PM – Dance Party

Brooklyn’s Backyard is transformed into a dance floor! Get down with your friends and neighbors.

10:00 PM – End of Event

Please clean your table, bag and collect your trash, and head out — we’ll see you next year!

Please note:

• Prospect Park Soiree takes place rain or shine, and all best efforts will be made to present the Soiree regardless of weather. Tickets are not refundable. Should Soiree be canceled, all tickets will be converted to fully tax-deductible donations. Prospect Park Alliance is a nonprofit organization that relies on philanthropic support for our ongoing stewardship of the park.
• Tickets are not refundable, but are transferable to another attendee.
• Guests bring their own food, drinks and table décor—including table coverings, dishes, cups and utensils. Only 8-foot tables without linens/table coverings and chairs are provided.
• Seating is first-come, first-served, and guaranteed for all guests. When you arrive, simply claim seats for your party. Groups smaller than 10 people are encouraged to share tables.
• Due to the presence of alcohol, this is a 21+ event. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted and guests will be asked for identification.
• Help us keep the park green and vibrant: please bag your trash.

The following are strictly prohibited at Soiree:

• Hard alcohol. Please bring only beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks. Bags will be inspected at the door.
• Barbecues and other open flames such as candles.
• Smoking
• Tents and other structures
• Balloons
• Vehicles: the park is not open to vehicles; please see our recommended directions to the event. Bike parking will be available.
• Pets

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