Alcohol PrintIn Central Park and all of New York City, it is illegal to drink alcoholic beverages in public places (such as parks or on streets). This also includes possession of an open container of alcohol.
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.
All around Central Park, you can find concession carts, which are convenient for grabbing a quick bite to eat while you sit on a park bench or walk around. Location: You can find these carts scattered throughout the park.
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.