No, alcohol is prohibited in all parks. Can I camp in the parks? No, overnight camping is prohibited in all parks. The Urban Park Rangers host supervised camping events throughout the summer.
No person shall drink or consume an alcoholic beverage, or possess, with intent to drink or consume, an open container containing an alcoholic beverage in any public place except at a block party, feast or similar function for which a permit has been obtained.
Rule 1050.6 (6) reads: No person shall bring or carry onto a conveyance any liquid in an open container. A conveyance is a subway car. This means that you may drink your coffee in the station, but you should not bring it onto the train.
In New York, for purposes of state law, there are only four hours Monday through Saturday in which alcohol may not be served: 4:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. On Sundays the limitation is six hours: 4:00 a.m to 10:00 a.m. This was designed to accommodate both New York City nightlife and late-night workers statewide.
Administrative Code - “Consumption of Alcohol on Streets Prohibited” ( also known as “Open Container Violation” or “Consumption of Alcohol in Public”) are eligible to plead guilty and pay a $25 fine by mail.
Consequences for Driving With an Open ContainerDrivers convicted of an open container violation can face hefty penalties. For a first-time offense, a driver can be hit with a $150 fine.
The vast majority of cases of crime and violence in the park occur at night. It may seem tempting to take a stroll in Central Park after dark, but it's safer to wait for the sun to come up. Generally speaking, you want to stay away from areas of the city when they are empty and deserted.