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Jazz Age Lawn Party - 20th Anniversary ⭐ Jazz Age Lawn Party attracts thousands of time travellers each year, who come together to discover the music and zeitgeist of the 1920s. Relive one of the most colorful and formative periods in American history at this unique and interactive vintage fest!
👉 For groups (10+ people), reserve your tickets here!
Highlights
🎉 Glamorous and original Prohibition-era-inspired lawn party
🎺 Live jazz music, a sprawling dance floor, and performances from Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra, Queen Esther, and other special guest performers!
📸 Paper Moon photo booths, vintage clothing vendors, pétanque (the French form of Bocce ball), croquet, 1920s motor car exhibition, dance lessons, carnival games, and much more
🍽️ New York’s best gourmet food trucks, along with desserts, ice cream, and old-time snacks
General Info
📅 Date:
- Weekend 1: June 14–15, 2025
- Weekend 2: August 9–10, 2025
🕒 Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
⏳ Duration: 6 hours
📍 Location: Governor's Island. You’ll need to reserve a ferry ride to access the location. Consult the FAQs below for more details
👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome! 21+ with a valid ID to consume alcohol
♿ Accessibility: The venue is ADA compliant
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Activities
- Charleston Dance Lesson with Roddy Caravella
Saturdays (06/14 and 08/09) at the Main Stage at noon.
- Solo Charleston Dance Contest
Saturdays (06/14 and 08/09) at Main Stage at 3 p.m. SPECIAL PRIZES!
- Peabody Dance Lesson (Couples) with Roddy Caravella
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the Main Stage at noon.
- Peabody Dance Contest (Couples)
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at Main Stage at 3 p.m. SPECIAL PRIZES!
- The High Court Of Pie (Pie Baking) Contest
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the “High Court of Pie” booth near the Main Stage
- The Bathing Beauties and Beaus Promenade!
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the Main Stage at 2 p.m.
- The Children’s Parade
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the “KIDLAND” booth - open to all adult-supervised children 12 and younger
Description
Jazz Age Lawn Party, now celebrating its 20th year, is the world’s original and most authentic Prohibition-era-inspired gathering. It started in 2005 as a small gathering on NYC’s Governors Island and has since been consistently selected by the New York Times as one of the year’s most memorable events. Jazz Age Lawn Party, a historically sold-out experience, attracts thousands of time travelers each year, who come together to discover the music and zeitgeist of the 1920s. Founded and hosted by Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra, it offers a unique, interactive opportunity to relive one of the most colorful and formative epochs in American history. Don’t miss out and get your tickets for The 20th Annual Jazz Age Lawn Party in New York!
👉 For groups (10+ people), reserve your tickets here!
Highlights
🎉 Glamorous and original Prohibition-era-inspired lawn party
🎺 Live jazz music, a sprawling dance floor, and performances from Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra, Queen Esther, and other special guest performers!
📸 Paper Moon photo booths, vintage clothing vendors, pétanque (the French form of Bocce ball), croquet, 1920s motor car exhibition, dance lessons, carnival games, and much more
🍽️ New York’s best gourmet food trucks, along with desserts, ice cream, and old-time snacks
General Info
📅 Date:
- Weekend 1: June 14–15, 2025
- Weekend 2: August 9–10, 2025
🕒 Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
⏳ Duration: 6 hours
📍 Location: Governor's Island. You’ll need to reserve a ferry ride to access the location. Consult the FAQs below for more details
👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome! 21+ with a valid ID to consume alcohol
♿ Accessibility: The venue is ADA compliant
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Activities
- Charleston Dance Lesson with Roddy Caravella
Saturdays (06/14 and 08/09) at the Main Stage at noon.
- Solo Charleston Dance Contest
Saturdays (06/14 and 08/09) at Main Stage at 3 p.m. SPECIAL PRIZES!
- Peabody Dance Lesson (Couples) with Roddy Caravella
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the Main Stage at noon.
- Peabody Dance Contest (Couples)
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at Main Stage at 3 p.m. SPECIAL PRIZES!
- The High Court Of Pie (Pie Baking) Contest
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the “High Court of Pie” booth near the Main Stage
- The Bathing Beauties and Beaus Promenade!
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the Main Stage at 2 p.m.
- The Children’s Parade
Sundays (06/15 and 08/10) at the “KIDLAND” booth - open to all adult-supervised children 12 and younger
Description
Jazz Age Lawn Party, now celebrating its 20th year, is the world’s original and most authentic Prohibition-era-inspired gathering. It started in 2005 as a small gathering on NYC’s Governors Island and has since been consistently selected by the New York Times as one of the year’s most memorable events. Jazz Age Lawn Party, a historically sold-out experience, attracts thousands of time travelers each year, who come together to discover the music and zeitgeist of the 1920s. Founded and hosted by Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra, it offers a unique, interactive opportunity to relive one of the most colorful and formative epochs in American history. Don’t miss out and get your tickets for The 20th Annual Jazz Age Lawn Party in New York!
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Governors Island
Governors Island is a 172-acre island in New York Harbor. It's located just minutes from Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn waterfront by ferry. The island features an award-winning park, historic build...
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Ticket for 1 person
- Includes entry to the experience
Ticket for 2 people
Includes entry to the experience for 2 people plus one commemorative picnic tote containing:
Includes entry to the experience for 2 people plus one commemorative picnic tote containing:
- One (1) chilled bottle of premium French wine (Choice of White, Rosé, or Red - 750 ml)
- A sandwich featuring a gourmet cheese of your choice on a fresh baguette: Président Comté 6 month-aged, Société Roquefort Abeille or Valbreso 100% Pure Sheep's Milk Cheese
- Petits Fours (French bite-sized appetizers) from Laboratoire Curty's
- A home-made cookie from Brig's Sweet Shop
- Two cold bottles of spring water (500ml)
- A commemorative Jazz Age Lawn Party 20th Anniversary picnic blanket
- A take-home portrait from our "Paper Moon" photo booth
- Plus other surprise goodies from our sponsors!
Ticket for up to 2 adults and 2 children (0-12), including:
- Exclusive children’s activities hosted by BOLD Arts in the “Kidland” area of the event
- Admission for up to 2 adults
- Admission for up to 2 children under 12 years old
- Hand-Made Ice Cream, compliments of Brigs Ice Cream (1 scoop per child)
- Face Painting Session (1 per child)
- T-Shirt Stenciling Session (1 per child)
- Arts and Crafts Session (1 per child)
- Family Photo Booth Portrait (1 per family)
Ticket for 1 person
- Includes entry to the experience
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