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About Delacorte Theatre

The Delacorte Theatre is an iconic open-air amphitheater nestled in the Southwest corner of Central Park's Great Lawn. Known for Free Shakespeare in the Park since 1962, this storied venue hosts beloved performances in a natural, outdoor setting. With a seating capacity typically listed around 1,800–1,872 seats (recent estimates place it near 1,864), the Delacorte offers an intimate yet expansive experience in a world-class NYC park.

Whether you’re planning a night under the stars or pairing your visit with a nearby hotel stay, we’ve got you covered with practical transit details, parking notes, seating information, and curated nearby lodging and dining options through trusted partners.

Directions for a smooth evening start at Central Park entrances on W 81st St & Central Park West or E 79th St & Fifth Ave (Mid-Park at 80th Street). Transit access is straightforward via the B, C and 6 subways, with ADA access via gates 1 and 4 that include ramps. Since there are no Central Park parking facilities, most guests arrive by transit or rideshare. Explore nearby hotels such as The Lucerne Hotel, Hotel Belleclaire, and Hotel Beacon, all within easy reach of the theatre. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and dining to help you secure convenient options for your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Venue type: Open-air amphitheater in Central Park, Southwest corner of the Great Lawn.
  • Capacity: historically listed around 1,800 seats; other sources cite 1,872 seats; renovation estimates put capacity at about 1,864 seats.
  • Address/location: Central Park; entrances at W 81st St & Central Park West or E 79th St & Fifth Ave (Mid-Park at 80th Street).
  • Seating chart: The Public Theater provides a seating chart for the Delacorte Theater online.
  • Parking: No Central Park parking facilities; plan to use transit or rideshare.
  • Transit: Accessible via B, C, and 6 subways; ADA access via gates 1 and 4 with ramps.
  • Nearby hotels: The Lucerne Hotel (201 West 79th Street); Hotel Belleclaire (2175 Broadway); Hotel Beacon (2130 Broadway).
  • Notable events: Free Shakespeare in the Park since 1962; 50th-anniversary coverage in 2012; renovated and reopened in 2025.