Updated October 2026. Tennis City NYC › New York City Tennis Guides
You can reserve an NYC Parks court online at eight sites for $15 per court per hour, up to seven days ahead and until midnight the night before. There are no same-day reservations. Every player still needs a permit, which you can add at $15 for a single play.
Where you can reserve
| Site | Reservation courts | Dates listed |
|---|---|---|
| Central Park, Manhattan | 6 | April 15 to November 13 |
| Riverside Park at W 96th St, Manhattan | 2 | May 1 to November 15 |
| Riverside Park at W 119th St, Manhattan | 2 | April 16 to November 15 |
| Sportime at Randall’s Island, Manhattan | 4 | See booking page |
| Sutton East, Manhattan | 2 | See booking page |
| McCarren, Brooklyn | 2 | See booking page |
| Commonpoint at Alley Pond, Queens | 4 | See booking page |
| Mill Pond, Bronx | 3 | See booking page |
The rules
- Reservations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- You can rebook or change a reservation once, at least a day ahead.
- If rain stops you, you can rebook during the season.
- You can hold one active reservation per day, except at Central Park.
Central Park is different
Central Park takes reservations 1 to 30 days ahead. Check in at least five minutes before your hour. Its page gives more than one limit on active reservations, so go by what the booking system allows.
Other ways to book a court
- Same day at other NYC Parks courts: NYC Parks says to visit in person with your permit. See walk-up courts.
- Prospect Park: the center has its own platform, up to one week ahead.
- Cary Leeds and Stadium: Cary Leeds books through CatchCorner, as does Stadium in its indoor season.
- Roosevelt Island: the state-run Octagon courts are by reservation only, April 1 to November 30, and are open to non-residents. The RIOC fee schedule lists $25 per court per hour for individuals.
What it costs
Two reserved singles players with single plays pay $45 for the hour. Our single-play guide has a full table, and how permits work covers the season permit.
FAQ
Can I reserve for today?
No, not through NYC Parks. Try a walk-on court, or a club with its own booking system.
Does a reservation replace a permit?
No. You pay for both, unless you already hold a season permit.
Can I reserve in winter?
NYC Parks’ listing ends in November. For winter, see indoor tennis.
Related guides
- New York City Tennis Guides
- How NYC Tennis Permits Work
- Walk-Up Courts and Sign-Up Sheets in NYC
- NYC Single-Play Tennis Permits: Costs and Where to Buy
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