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Central Park Wedding Permit Guide: Everything You Need to Know

How do I get a Central Park Wedding Permit?

If you’re dreaming of saying “I do” in the heart of New York City, a wedding in Central Park is the perfect way to celebrate your love. From iconic spots like Ladies Pavilion to hidden gems like the Shakespeare Garden, this lush urban oasis offers countless picturesque locations for your special day. But before you walk down the aisle, there’s one essential step: securing your Central Park wedding permit. Don’t worry—I’m here to guide you through the process in this Central Park wedding permit guide!

Why Do You Need a Central Park Wedding Permit?

Central Park is a public space, and while you’re welcome to enjoy its beauty, hosting a wedding ceremony requires a permit for parties over 20 people. A Central Park wedding permit ensures that your chosen spot is reserved for you, avoiding any surprise interruptions. It also helps the park’s management coordinate events and maintain the space for everyone.

When Should You Apply for a My Wedding Permit?

To secure your dream location, it’s best to apply as early as possible. Central Park wedding permits are typically issued on a first-come, first-served basis, and some popular spots can book up months in advance—especially during peak wedding season (spring and fall). Aim to submit your application 6-9 months in advance to ensure enough processing time. Also, please note,permit applications are not accepted less than 30 days before a wedding date.

How to Apply for a Central Park Wedding Permit

1. Choose Your Location

Decide which spot in Central Park is the perfect backdrop for your ceremony. Whether you envision the grandeur of Bow Bridge or the romantic charm of Wagner Cove, pick a location that resonates with you as a couple.

2. Visit the NYC Parks Website

Head to the NYC Parks website to access the special event permit application. The application process is straightforward and can be completed online.

3. Fill Out the Application

Provide details about your event, including the date, time, and number of attendees. Be sure to indicate that your event is a wedding ceremony. This is part of the application process.

4. Pay the Fee

The permit fee is $25, payable by credit or debit card. Keep in mind that this fee is non-refundable, so double-check your details before submitting.

5. Wait for Approval

Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by the Central Park Conservancy or the NYC Parks Department. You’ll receive your permit via email if approved. Print a copy and keep it handy on your wedding day.

Pro Tips from Expert Officiant – Jackie Reinking

  • Permits and Guest Count: It’s worth noting that permits aren’t required for parties under 20 guests. However, if you’ve secured a permit, you have the right to ask others to leave your reserved space. It’s a calming feeling knowing you’ve officially reserved the spot for the exact time on your wedding day.
  • Time It Right: Early mornings and weekdays are ideal for a more intimate experience, as the park tends to be quieter.
  • Prepare for the Elements: Weather in NYC can be unpredictable, so have a backup plan in case of rain or extreme temperatures.
  • Hire an Expert: Consider working with a planner or officiant familiar with Central Park. (Hi, that’s me!) I’ll help you navigate the logistics and ensure everything runs smoothly.

Make Your Central Park Wedding Unforgettable

Planning a wedding in Central Park is an adventure, and the permit process is just the beginning. Whether you’re eloping with just the two of you or celebrating with a small group of loved ones, this iconic setting will create memories that last a lifetime. If you need help making your Central Park wedding dreams come true, I’m here to be your anchor on your big day—from securing your permit to crafting a ceremony that feels like home.

Ready to start planning? Let’s chat and turn your Central Park wedding into the romantic celebration you’ve always envisioned! Just reach out and get in touch. We encourage you to embrace the unexpected, lean into tradition (or make your own!), and don’t forget to have fun. After all, the best weddings are the ones that reflect who you are as a couple. Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of shared adventures.

📞 Call or text me at (646) 456-4555
📧 Email me at Jackie@JackieReinking.com

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📆 Weekly Series: “Elopement Myth Monday”

💥 Week 5: Elopements Are Just Budget Options
MYTH: Elopements are just the “cheap” wedding option.

Yes, eloping can be budget-friendly if you want it to be. But we’ve also seen elopements with designer gowns, luxe florals, a vintage car, and a stay at The Beekman Hotel.

🎯 The beauty of eloping? You choose where to spend your money.
No venue you don’t love. No 150 meals. Just the stuff that matters to you.

✨ Elopement = freedom, not limitations.

📖 Want the full myth-busting list? It’s on the blog:
https://jackiereinking.com/elopement-myths-elopement-myths-nyc/

photo | @saschareinkingphoto
officiant| @jackiereinkingofficiant
Team | @jackieandsascha
hotel | @thebeekmanny

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📆 Weekly Series: “Elopement Myth Monday” 💥 Week 5: Elopements Are Just Budget Options MYTH: Elopements are just the “cheap” wedding option. Yes, eloping can be budget-friendly if you want it to be. But we’ve also seen elopements with designer gowns, luxe florals, a vintage car, and a stay at The Beekman Hotel. 🎯 The beauty of eloping? You choose where to spend your money. No venue you don’t love. No 150 meals. Just the stuff that matters to you. ✨ Elopement = freedom, not limitations. 📖 Want the full myth-busting list? It’s on the blog: https://jackiereinking.com/elopement-myths-elopement-myths-nyc/ photo | @saschareinkingphoto officiant| @jackiereinkingofficiant Team | @jackieandsascha hotel | @thebeekmanny #LuxuryElopement #BespokeWeddings #NYCElopementTeam #ElopementVendors #ElopementFreedom

Aleixa & Molly gave me the absolute honor of marrying them at one of Brooklyn’s most romantic spots, MyMoon restaurant. 💫🌙

Their day was filled with joy, intention, and deep, beautiful love. From their vows to the celebration under the string lights, it was clear: these two were made for each other. 💍💛

Being a part of their wedding in a space that celebrates love in all its forms — was truly unforgettable. Thank you, Aleixa & Molly, for letting me stand beside you on this incredible day.

✨Planning your NYC wedding and want something stylish, soulful, and stress-free? I’d be honored to help you say I do.

📍MyMoon, Brooklyn
OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant
VENUE | @mymoonbrooklyn

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Aleixa & Molly gave me the absolute honor of marrying them at one of Brooklyn’s most romantic spots, MyMoon restaurant. 💫🌙 Their day was filled with joy, intention, and deep, beautiful love. From their vows to the celebration under the string lights, it was clear: these two were made for each other. 💍💛 Being a part of their wedding in a space that celebrates love in all its forms — was truly unforgettable. Thank you, Aleixa & Molly, for letting me stand beside you on this incredible day. ✨Planning your NYC wedding and want something stylish, soulful, and stress-free? I’d be honored to help you say I do. 📍MyMoon, Brooklyn OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant VENUE | @mymoonbrooklyn #BrooklynWedding #MyMoonWedding #LGBTQWedding #NYCLoveStory #MarriedInBrooklyn #TeamReinking #AllInOneElopement #InclusiveWeddings #NYCOfficiant #NYCElopementPhotographer #DestinationWedding #ElopementDreamTeam #ModernLoveStory #LoveIsLove #WeddingInNYC

Before the fireworks lit up the sky, Marilyn & Walter lit up the morning with their love 💥❤️

They tied the knot on the waterfront in DUMBO just as the city was waking up on the 4th of July. Peaceful, meaningful, and full of joy, their ceremony was the calm before the sparkle and the most perfect way to start a day of celebration. 🇺🇸💍

A true NYC moment with sweeping skyline views, early morning light, and a love that deserves its own parade.

✨Thinking about getting married in NYC with your own kind of magic? Let’s make it happen.

📍DUMBO Waterfront, Brooklyn
PHOTO | @saschareinkingphoto
OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant
TEAM | @jackieandsascha

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Before the fireworks lit up the sky, Marilyn & Walter lit up the morning with their love 💥❤️ They tied the knot on the waterfront in DUMBO just as the city was waking up on the 4th of July. Peaceful, meaningful, and full of joy, their ceremony was the calm before the sparkle and the most perfect way to start a day of celebration. 🇺🇸💍 A true NYC moment with sweeping skyline views, early morning light, and a love that deserves its own parade. ✨Thinking about getting married in NYC with your own kind of magic? Let’s make it happen. 📍DUMBO Waterfront, Brooklyn PHOTO | @saschareinkingphoto OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant TEAM | @jackieandsascha #NYCElopement #DUMBOWedding #FourthOfJulyWedding #WaterfrontWedding #MarriedInBrooklyn #TeamReinking #AllInOneElopement #BrooklynElopement #NYCOfficiant #NYCElopementPhotographer #MicroWeddingMagic #ElopementDreamTeam #RomanticMorningWedding #CityLoveStory #MarriedInNYC

📆 Weekly Series: “Elopement Myth Monday”

💥 Week 4: You’ll Miss Out on the Fun
MYTH: You’ll miss out on the fun if you elope.

No dancing? No Champagne? No cake? Tell that to the couple who stopped for drinks mid photo shoot to celebrate with a cocktail. Or popped bubbly in the middle of Times Square. Or the two who danced down a tree-lined path in Central Park with their dog as flower pup.

🥂 Elopements are fun because they’re made for you.
You get to create a celebration that feels free, joyful, and unforgettable.
Wear the dress. Toss the bouquet. Ride the subway. Book the fancy dinner. Or do none of that — and just run wild with your love.

📖 Busting all 5 myths on the blog:
https://jackiereinking.com/elopement-myths-elopement-myths-nyc/

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Team | @jackieandsascha

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Krista & Michael’s love story came to life in one of Brooklyn’s coolest spots — The Box House Hotel 💫

From their emotional vows to the rooftop celebration, this day was bursting with love, laughter, and NYC charm. Every detail reflected them — modern, meaningful, and full of heart. 💍❤️

✨Thinking about getting married in NYC and want the planning to feel easy and intentional? Reach out. We’re here to make your day unforgettable.

📍The Box House Hotel, Brooklyn
OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant
VENUE | @theboxhousehotel

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Krista & Michael’s love story came to life in one of Brooklyn’s coolest spots — The Box House Hotel 💫 From their emotional vows to the rooftop celebration, this day was bursting with love, laughter, and NYC charm. Every detail reflected them — modern, meaningful, and full of heart. 💍❤️ ✨Thinking about getting married in NYC and want the planning to feel easy and intentional? Reach out. We’re here to make your day unforgettable. 📍The Box House Hotel, Brooklyn OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant VENUE | @theboxhousehotel #NYCWedding #BrooklynWedding #BoxHouseHotelWedding #TeamReinking #AllInOneElopement #NYCElopementPhotographer #NYCOfficiant #DestinationWedding #ModernLoveStory #NYCMicroWedding #WeddingInBrooklyn #MarriedInNYC #ElopementDreamTeam #CityWeddingVibes

Bri & Andrew’s ceremony was everything! It was full of heartfelt tears and belly laughs 💛💍

It was one of those days where emotion flowed freely, and joy filled every second. I was so excited when Bri shared this moment captured, just one of many during their unforgettable “I do.”

These are the moments that remind me why I do what I do. The laughter, the connection, the realness. This is love.

✨Thinking about your own NYC ceremony filled with real, raw, beautiful emotion? Reach out. We’d love to help you create a day that feels just like you.

📍New York City
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PHOTO | @wandermorephotography
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Bri & Andrew’s ceremony was everything! It was full of heartfelt tears and belly laughs 💛💍 It was one of those days where emotion flowed freely, and joy filled every second. I was so excited when Bri shared this moment captured, just one of many during their unforgettable “I do.” These are the moments that remind me why I do what I do. The laughter, the connection, the realness. This is love. ✨Thinking about your own NYC ceremony filled with real, raw, beautiful emotion? Reach out. We’d love to help you create a day that feels just like you. 📍New York City PLANNING | @pop_the_knot PHOTO | @wandermorephotography OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant #NYCElopement #PopTheKnot #TeamReinking #AllInOneElopement #NYCOfficiant #NYCElopementPhotographer #ElopementDreamTeam #MarriedInNYC #NYCLoveStory #ModernLoveStory #EmotionalWedding #RealLoveMoments #CityWeddingMagic

Julie & Declan traveled from the UK to NYC to exchange vows in one of the city’s most peaceful hidden gems — Wagner Cove 🌿💍

Tucked away in Central Park, surrounded by trees, water, and the sounds of nature, their ceremony was quiet, emotional, and full of meaning. A true NYC elopement dream simple, heartfelt, and surrounded by those they love the most. 💛

We were honored to be their #TeamReinking dream team making their New York wedding not just easy, but unforgettable. #TheMacHannahwedding

✨If an intimate Central Park moment sounds like your perfect wedding day then reach out. We’d love to help you make it happen.

📍Wagner Cove, Central Park NYC
PHOTO | @saschareinkingphoto
OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant
TEAM | @jackieandsascha
LOCATION | @centralparknyc

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Julie & Declan traveled from the UK to NYC to exchange vows in one of the city’s most peaceful hidden gems — Wagner Cove 🌿💍 Tucked away in Central Park, surrounded by trees, water, and the sounds of nature, their ceremony was quiet, emotional, and full of meaning. A true NYC elopement dream simple, heartfelt, and surrounded by those they love the most. 💛 We were honored to be their #TeamReinking dream team making their New York wedding not just easy, but unforgettable. #TheMacHannahwedding ✨If an intimate Central Park moment sounds like your perfect wedding day then reach out. We’d love to help you make it happen. 📍Wagner Cove, Central Park NYC PHOTO | @saschareinkingphoto OFFICIANT | @jackiereinkingofficiant TEAM | @jackieandsascha LOCATION | @centralparknyc #CentralParkWedding #WagnerCoveWedding #NYCElopement #UKtoNYC #TeamReinking #AllInOneElopement #NYCElopementPhotographer #NYCOfficiant #DestinationWedding #NYCLoveStory #ElopementDreamTeam #HiddenGemWedding #MarriedInNYC #RomanticElopement #MicroWeddingMagic

📆 Weekly Series: “Elopement Myth Monday”

💥 Week 3: Elopements Aren’t “Real” Weddings

MYTH: Eloping isn’t a “real” wedding.

There’s no rule that says you need a ballroom to get married. Your vows are real. Your love is real. Your ceremony is real — whether it’s under the Ladies Pavilion or on the steps of the NYPL.

💫 Eloping isn’t “less than.” It’s just different — and often more aligned with your actual values. You don’t need 200 guests to make it count. You just need each other.

👰🏽‍♀️🤵🏽‍♂️ Tag someone who needs to hear this!

📖 Full blog post: “Elopement Myths, Busted” — live on our site now!
https://jackiereinking.com/elopement-myths-elopement-myths-nyc/

photo | @saschareinkingphoto
officiant|@jackiereinkingofficiant
Team | @jackieandsascha

#RealWeddingsRealLove #NYCElopement #ElopementTruths #WeddingCeremony #JackieAndSascha

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📆 Weekly Series: “Elopement Myth Monday” 💥 Week 3: Elopements Aren’t “Real” Weddings MYTH: Eloping isn’t a “real” wedding. There’s no rule that says you need a ballroom to get married. Your vows are real. Your love is real. Your ceremony is real — whether it’s under the Ladies Pavilion or on the steps of the NYPL. 💫 Eloping isn’t “less than.” It’s just different — and often more aligned with your actual values. You don’t need 200 guests to make it count. You just need each other. 👰🏽‍♀️🤵🏽‍♂️ Tag someone who needs to hear this! 📖 Full blog post: “Elopement Myths, Busted” — live on our site now! https://jackiereinking.com/elopement-myths-elopement-myths-nyc/ photo | @saschareinkingphoto officiant|@jackiereinkingofficiant Team | @jackieandsascha #RealWeddingsRealLove #NYCElopement #ElopementTruths #WeddingCeremony #JackieAndSascha
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