{"id":213943,"date":"2026-04-29T12:16:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T12:16:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/213943\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T12:16:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T12:16:11","slug":"smorgasburg-is-opening-in-central-park-this-may-2026-new-york-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/213943\/","title":{"rendered":"Smorgasburg Is Opening in Central Park This May 2026 \u2013 New York Family"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\"SmorgasburgPhoto Credit: Sam Hollenshead\/ Smorgasburg<\/p>\n

The city\u2019s favorite outdoor food market heads uptown this May, bringing 25+ vendors, weekday hours, and picnic-perfect bites right to Columbus Circle.<\/p>\n

At a Glance<\/p>\n

Smorgasburg opens a new Central Park location on May 14
\nRuns Thursday through Saturday, 12 pm\u20138 pm
\nLocated at the Columbus Circle entrance (West 59th Street)
\nFeatures 25+ food vendors
\nFree entry, pay per item<\/p>\n

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\"SmorgasburgPhoto Credit: Sam Hollenshead\/ Smorgasburg
\nBrand New Smorgasburg in Central Park<\/p>\n

Starting May 14, Smorgasburg<\/a> is setting up at the Columbus Circle entrance to Central Park at West 59th Street from Thursday through Saturday, noon to 8 pm, through September 19. It\u2019s free to get in, and you only pay for whatever you eat.<\/p>\n

There will be 25+ vendors, full lineup to be announced shortly. If you\u2019ve been before, you know there is a mix of trendy spots that you recognize and look forward to, along with things that are just really tasty and maybe even unexpected.<\/p>\n

Some of the best parts are the food combinations that you think might not work, but then realize they do. It\u2019s basically a playground for those who enjoy trying new things.<\/p>\n

Of course, kids typically like what they like, and there are plenty of basics that will appeal to children, mixed in with a lot of unique options. My picky eater surprised me one day by ordering a full meal at Smorgasburg, filled with new food, and she loved it all.<\/p>\n

\"SmorgasburgPhoto Credit: Ashley Walia\/ Smorgasburg
\nCentral Park Location Is Key<\/p>\n

One of the best things about this location is that it will have weekday hours, so it won\u2019t just be a place reserved for the weekends. Weekday hours make it an option for snacks and meals between work, school, and camp.<\/p>\n

Plus, since it\u2019s right at the park entrance, you can grab your food, find a spot to sit down, and eat,\u00a0 or plan a full picnic.<\/p>\n

Smorgasburg\u2019s 16th season also includes Williamsburg, Prospect Park, and the World Trade Center with 70+ vendors across all locations.<\/p>\n

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