Free Movies, Concerts, Pickleball Coming To Central Park This Summer

CENTRAL PARK, NY — Wollman Rink is rolling into summer with more than 45 free community events planned through September as part of its ongoing 75th-anniversary celebration in Central Park.

The iconic rink, operated by Wollman Park Partners, will transform into a seasonal hub for outdoor movies, live concerts, dance classes, children’s activities and pickleball throughout the warmer months.

"This winter was unlike any other in recent history, and now New Yorkers are ready to get outside, reconnect with friends, and feel part of their community again," Stacy Shuster, the VP of business development and community impact at Wollman Rink, said. "Wollman Rink is a fun, accessible destination and these free weekly events reflect Wollman Park Partner’s commitment to New York City and bringing locals, families, and visitors together."

The summer lineup includes:

• Sundaes on the Overlook every other week with live music, free ice cream from Mikey Likes It and family entertainment

• Outdoor movie nights every other Thursday at dusk, featuring screenings of Zootopia 2, Hamilton, Wicked: For Good, and Captain America: Brave New World
• “Sounds of Summer” concerts, including performances by 1980s tribute band The M80s
• Dance experiences hosted by Arthur Murray Broadway Dance Studio
• Kids programming and fitness activities from My Gym
• Puppet shows from the Modern Marionette Company
• Community events centered around pickleball, volleyball and seasonal activities

CityPickle’s seasonal pickleball residency also returns this May, bringing courts, lessons, camps and courtside cabanas to the venue.

All events are free and open to the public. A full calendar is available at Wollman Rink NYC’s website.

For questions, email Miranda.Levingston@Patch.com.