Plan Your Visit
The Davis Center at the Harlem Meer is a vibrant, community-first destination offering year-round activities and access to Central Park’s north end.
Location
The Davis Center is on the east side of Central Park, between 106th and 108th Streets. Get Directions
Hours
Hours vary by season and program.
Facility Hours: Winter Season (Through March 15)
Sunday–Thursday: 7:00 am–9:00 pm
Friday–Saturday: 7:00 am–11:00 pm
Please note: Hours may fluctuate depending on program schedules. Check our calendar for updates and availability.
Seasons at the Davis Center
Winter (November 21, 2025–March 15, 2026): The Gottesman Rink is open for ice-skating, and the indoor gathering space is open to the public daily. Even if you’re not skating, you can enjoy the rink atmosphere from the overlook, Kempner Boardwalk, and surrounding landscapes, all of which remain open throughout the day.
Spring (April–May): The Harlem Oval becomes a greenspace with free and low-cost programming. The indoor gathering space, overlook, Kempner Boardwalk, and surrounding landscapes are open throughout the day for visitors to enjoy.
Summer (June–September): The Olympic-sized Gottesman Pool, operated in partnership with NYC Parks, is open for swimming. The indoor gathering space, overlook, Kempner Boardwalk, and surrounding landscapes remain open for visitors throughout the day.
Fall (September–November): The Harlem Oval greenspace is closed for ice rink installation. The indoor gathering space remains open daily and features free and low-cost programming. The overlook, Kempner Boardwalk, and surrounding landscapes are open for visitors throughout the day.
Cost
Free entry; program and activity fees vary.
Indoor Gathering Space
The indoor space is open to the public during the skating season—no ticket required. Warm up, meet friends, or just enjoy the rink atmosphere.
Note: On select hockey nights, a spectator ticket may be required to access the space.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrances, restrooms, and overlook. Assistance available upon request.
Rink Rules
Good ice-skating starts with good sense. Check out our rink rules to keep skating safe this season.
Contact
[email protected] | 212.310.6650