Thomas Jefferson Park
First Ave between E 111th and 114th Sts
Manhattan, NY Subway: 6 to 110th St
Cost: Free
For all ages
Manhattan, NY Subway: 6 to 110th St
Cost: Free
For all ages
Street Games brings back the classic street games from the ’60s and ’70s and reintroduces them to a new generation with a modern twist! Pogo sticks, double-dutch, hula hoops, and yo-yos are just some of the activities that you and your family can try out to the sound of Motown, Rock N Roll, and Soul. Former New York Knicks John Starks and Walt Frazier will be on hand and there will be a performance by the Dance Theatre of Harlem. This free event is hosted by the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation and the Walt Disney Company.
This year’s event will also feature skating boarding clinics and a Bringing Classic Back Art Competition to celebrate the essence of events, people, and activities in New York City during the 1960s and 1970s. To register for the Bringing Classic Back Art Competition, call (212) 360-1319 or complete the online form in the Registration section of the Bringing Classic Back Art Competition details page.
With multiple venues throughout the event, there will be something for everyone to enjoy! Check out the zones below!
Zones
Action Zone
Get moving the old school way with:
- Hula Hoops
- Double-Dutch
- Hippity Hop
- Stilt Buckets
- Pogo Stick
- Lemon Twist
- Paddle Ball
Street Skate Zone
- Skate Mobile
- Skateboarding clinics
Main Stage
Street Games 2010 is much more than just the games! We will feature musical performances of some of our favorite songs from the ’60s and ’70s to recreate those timeless grooves.
- Performance by Dance Theatre of Harlem
Fun & Games Zone
Features low-tech games and activities!
- Yo-yos
- Red Light, Green Light
- Board Games
- Box Ball
- Hopscotch
- Skully
Arts & Crafts
Scratch art, a Giant Coloring Picture of Mickey, and mosaics are some of the activities from years past!
Community Zone
At each Street Games, community and other non-profit groups come out to share their information and let people know about the resources available to them.
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