Sara D. Roosevelt Park runs through Manhattan’s Lower East Side, between Chrystie and Forsyth streets. Its courts and fields draw people for basketball, soccer and other sports, while playgrounds, shaded paths and picnic tables give families and walkers room to pause. You may catch a pick-up game or a neighborhood festival. The park’s condition can be uneven, so expect some litter and bring what you need for a picnic. Yaya Tea CHRYSTIE is next to the park for Asian snacks.
Sports and play
The park has basketball courts, soccer fields and handball courts, with pick-up games and casual play adding to its neighborhood feel. Other facilities include volleyball and tennis courts, a baseball field and a skateboarding area. Families can use the playground, slides and swings; public restrooms are available in two locations.
A break in the Lower East Side
Paths and shaded areas make the park a place to walk, jog or take a pause outdoors. Picnic tables and barbecue grills are available, and Yaya Tea CHRYSTIE sits beside the park for Asian snacks. The park also hosts community festivities and performances, including events with dancers dressed as Chinese zodiac animals. Conditions can vary across the grounds, so be prepared for litter in some areas.
FAQ
What can you do at Sara D. Roosevelt Park?
Use the basketball, soccer, handball, volleyball or tennis facilities, walk or jog the paths, or visit the playground. Picnic tables and barbecue grills are also available.
Is Sara D. Roosevelt Park suitable for children?
Yes. The park has a playground with slides and swings, and public restrooms are available in two locations.
Can you have a picnic at Sara D. Roosevelt Park?
Yes. Picnic tables and barbecue grills are listed among the park’s amenities. Yaya Tea CHRYSTIE, next to the park, serves Asian snacks.
