Shakespeare for the City
The Longest Picnic Blanket
August 21, 2026
Venue The Delacorte Theater
YOU'RE INVITED!
What happens when you take the spirit of The Longest Table and give it a Free Shakespeare in the Park twist? You get THE LONGEST PICNIC BLANKET! Join us on Friday, August 21, from 5:30–8PM at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park for an evening of food, music, conversation, and connection. In partnership with our friends at Wonder and The Longest Table, we’re inviting New Yorkers of all ages to help us create the longest picnic blanket in the park—and maybe even the city!
This free, family-friendly community potluck is open to everyone. We’ll bring the picnic blankets and the entertainment, you bring your favorite dish to share with others around you.
Reserve your spot, invite your friends, and help us stretch our picnic blanket a little farther as we celebrate community, good food, and a summer evening together in Central Park. Because our city is truly better when we are together.
Reserve Your Spot
A reservation is required. We’ll send you event reminders, and more! We can’t wait to picnic with you. RSVP TODAY.
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