Can you walk with beer in New York?

In New York State, it is against the law to drink from or have an open container of alcohol in a public place. This law does not apply to residences or business establishments with liquor licenses, but it does prohibit drivers and passengers from possessing or consuming an open container of alcohol in the car.



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Except where specifically permitted by the Commissioner, no person shall consume any alcoholic beverage in any park, playground, beach, swimming pool or other park property or facility, nor shall any person possess any alcoholic beverage with intent to consume or facilitate consumption by others of same in any park, ...

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Beer and Wine Rules. Now, let's talk about the most famous NYC park specifically. The answer to the question “Can you drink in Central Park?” is no. In fact, drinking alcohol, wine, beer is not allowed in the park, as it is a public space.

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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.

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First off, it's never a good idea to go through Central Park at night. While Central Park is an idyllic tourist attraction during the day, it is technically supposed to be closed late at night and in the early hours of the morning. The vast majority of cases of crime and violence in the park occur at night.

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Smoking. Smoking is not permitted in Central Park, including electronic cigarettes.

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Tips for riders Never bring illegal drugs or open containers of alcohol into a car. If you have reason to believe your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, ask the driver to end the trip immediately.

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Need something else? You must have a Special Event permit to hold any event with more than 20 people in a park or on a beach, including barbecues and parties.

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