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Union Square Park

Union Square

A 40-acre park anchoring Manhattan life since 1839, where bronze statues of Washington, Lincoln, and Gandhi preside over chess matches, backgammon stakes, and the beloved Union Square Greenmarket.

Historic public park
Year-round Greenmarket
Public art collection
People-watching spot

Tips

♟️Join a chess game at the concrete tables
🎲Backgammon with locals for small stakes
🌽Greenmarket runs Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat mornings

Union Square Park

201 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10003, USA

$5

www.unionsquarenyc.org

Upcoming at Union Square Park

Friday, Jun 12
Greenmarket

Greenmarket

June 12

Catch the Greenmarket on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday to watch the city come alive. Locals and chefs jostle for just-picked produce and artisanal goods while the park buzzes with energy.

Sunday, Jul 12
Public Events & Community Recycling

Public Events & Community Recycling

July 12 at 10am

Drop off dusty laptops, old phones, and that sweater drawer you never open. Clean, dry textiles and working or broken electronics all find new life here.

Friday, Jul 24
Free Outdoor Events

Free Outdoor Events

July 24 at 8pm

Torch & Crown's beer garden brings cold local brews and the Lou Burger to Union Square's Pavilion. Free live jazz, trivia, and Friday night bands keep the energy humming through early November.

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