Latest News from Central Park, NYC

A Central Park vendor was slashed Monday in a dispute near Bethesda Terrace, prompting immediate NYPD action and calls for stricter park safety reviews.

Central Park faces a surge in muggings, with a Bronx man robbed near East 106th Street, marking the second incident in three days and prompting NYPD action.

Cornell's 'Bark in the Park' fundraiser united 400 dogs and owners in Central Park's East Meadow, raising over $50,000 for animal welfare programs.

NYPD seeks suspect in a Central Park attempted sexual assault from February 12, 2026, boosting patrols in northern sections and urging public vigilance.

Central Park's beloved Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater is set for a vital $10.4 million renovation, ensuring its future as a cherished children's attraction.

K-pop sensation Lisa from Blackpink is confirmed for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in Central Park, drawing international attention to the event.

The Public Theater announces the star-studded reopening of its iconic Delacorte Stage in Central Park, promising a vibrant 2026 season of free performances.

A man's death from a shooting near Central Park's 110th Street entrance prompts a police investigation and neighborhood residents' urgent safety review.

NYPD investigates after a man's body was discovered hanging from a tree in Central Park near East 106th Street, prompting a somber police response.