Upcoming Events
Memorial Day Weekend Extended Hours - Saturday
play:groundNYC first opened The Yard on Memorial Day weekend in 2016. This year, we’re celebrating 10 years on Governors Island by staying open later during our anniversary weekend. Children also get an extra day of play for the Memorial Day holiday.
Memorial Day Weekend Extended Hours - Sunday
play:groundNYC first opened The Yard on Memorial Day weekend in 2016. This year, we’re celebrating 10 years on Governors Island by staying open later during our anniversary weekend. Children also get an extra day of play for the Memorial Day holiday.
Memorial Day - Open Hours
play:groundNYC first opened The Yard on Memorial Day weekend in 2016. This year, we’re celebrating 10 years on Governors Island by staying open later during our anniversary weekend. Children also get an extra day of play for the Memorial Day holiday.
Spring Mini Camp 5/27
Mini Camp Days at The Yard are the perfect way to spend a school day off—and a great introduction for new campers! Campers enjoy a full day of unstructured outdoor play, creativity, and adventure. From building with real tools and splashing in the mud to zip-lining, arts & crafts, games, climbing, and imaginative play, every day is packed with endless possibilities.
See our Mini Camp page for more information and to register!
May Preview Hours
Curious about The Yard but not sure what to expect? This summer we’re introducing Preview Hours! Come explore The Yard with the children in your life. See the dates below to join us.
Our staff will be there to talk about the intention behind The Yard and the benefits of self-directed play, and to answer any questions you may have.
We especially welcome families of children with disabilities and/or neurodivergent children. Preview Hours provide a quieter environment before we open to the public, and offer a chance for parents and caregivers to experience The Yard alongside their children.
Free with RSVP; limited capacity. Please register in advance by filling out the form below.
Spring Mini Camp 6/4
Mini Camp Days at The Yard are the perfect way to spend a school day off—and a great introduction for new campers! Campers enjoy a full day of unstructured outdoor play, creativity, and adventure. From building with real tools and splashing in the mud to zip-lining, arts & crafts, games, climbing, and imaginative play, every day is packed with endless possibilities.
See our Mini Camp page for more information and to register!
Spring Mini Camp 6/5
Mini Camp Days at The Yard are the perfect way to spend a school day off—and a great introduction for new campers! Campers enjoy a full day of unstructured outdoor play, creativity, and adventure. From building with real tools and splashing in the mud to zip-lining, arts & crafts, games, climbing, and imaginative play, every day is packed with endless possibilities.
See our Mini Camp page for more information and to register!
Camp - Week 1
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 1
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 1
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 1
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 1
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 2
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 2
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 2
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 2
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 2
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
June Family Play Workshop
Our Family Play Workshops are back! If you’d like to learn more about the playwork philosophy, and introduce child-led play into your family’s life, join us at The Yard.
$45 - $100 sliding scale fee ($60 is our break even cost)
Children must be at least 5 years old to participate. Children younger than 5 are welcome to play on the family side of The Yard during the workshop, but must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets include one adult and one child.
This event is designed to support one-to-one play in The Yard, therefore one adult cannot register with two children. Each participating child must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Camp - Week 3
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 3
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 3
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 3
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 3
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
July Preview Hours
Curious about The Yard but not sure what to expect? This summer we’re introducing Preview Hours! Come explore The Yard with the children in your life. See the dates below to join us.
Our staff will be there to talk about the intention behind The Yard and the benefits of self-directed play, and to answer any questions you may have.
We especially welcome families of children with disabilities and/or neurodivergent children. Preview Hours provide a quieter environment before we open to the public, and offer a chance for parents and caregivers to experience The Yard alongside their children.
Free with RSVP; limited capacity. Please register in advance by filling out the form below.
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 4/5
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 6
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 6
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 6
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 6
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 6
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Girls Week
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Girls Week
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Girls Week
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Girls Week
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Girls Week
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
August Preview Hours
Curious about The Yard but not sure what to expect? This summer we’re introducing Preview Hours! Come explore The Yard with the children in your life. See the dates below to join us.
Our staff will be there to talk about the intention behind The Yard and the benefits of self-directed play, and to answer any questions you may have.
We especially welcome families of children with disabilities and/or neurodivergent children. Preview Hours provide a quieter environment before we open to the public, and offer a chance for parents and caregivers to experience The Yard alongside their children.
Free with RSVP; limited capacity. Please register in advance by filling out the form below.
Camp - Week 8
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 8
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 8
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 8
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 8
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 9
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 9
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 9
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 9
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 9
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 10
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 10
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 10
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 10
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 10
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
August Family Play Workshop
Our Family Play Workshops are back! If you’d like to learn more about the playwork philosophy, and introduce child-led play into your family’s life, join us at The Yard.
$45 - $100 sliding scale fee ($60 is our break even cost)
Children must be at least 5 years old to participate. Children younger than 5 are welcome to play on the family side of The Yard during the workshop, but must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets include one adult and one child.
This event is designed to support one-to-one play in The Yard, therefore one adult cannot register with two children. Each participating child must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Camp - Week 11
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 11
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 11
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 11
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 11
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 12
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 12
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 12
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 12
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
Camp - Week 12
Join us for camp this summer! A week long session provides 35+ hours of outdoor, unstructured play where campers explore The Yard as well as the entirety of Governors Island. See our Summer Camp page for all the details and registration link!
September Preview Hours
Curious about The Yard but not sure what to expect? This summer we’re introducing Preview Hours! Come explore The Yard with the children in your life. See the dates below to join us.
Our staff will be there to talk about the intention behind The Yard and the benefits of self-directed play, and to answer any questions you may have.
We especially welcome families of children with disabilities and/or neurodivergent children. Preview Hours provide a quieter environment before we open to the public, and offer a chance for parents and caregivers to experience The Yard alongside their children.
Free with RSVP; limited capacity. Please register in advance by filling out the form below.
October Family Play Workshop
Our Family Play Workshops are back! If you’d like to learn more about the playwork philosophy, and introduce child-led play into your family’s life, join us at The Yard.
$45 - $100 sliding scale fee ($60 is our break even cost)
Children must be at least 5 years old to participate. Children younger than 5 are welcome to play on the family side of The Yard during the workshop, but must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets include one adult and one child.
This event is designed to support one-to-one play in The Yard, therefore one adult cannot register with two children. Each participating child must be accompanied by a participating adult.
