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Visitors to The Delacorte Theater posing with Romeo the Raccoon mascot Visitors to The Delacorte Theater posing with Romeo the Raccoon mascot

CELEBRATE THE REOPENING!

After its historic renovation, The Delacorte Theater has returned and is ready to serve New York City for generations to come. Visit and join us for free events as we celebrate its reopening and the rich history of Free Shakespeare in the Park!

A DELACORTE THEATER SNEAK PEEK

A photo from the August 23 Sneak Peek at The Delacorte Theater. Photo by Peter Cooper.

Saturday September 13

WHEN: 11AM - 3PM
WHERE: The Delacorte Theater, Central Park

The gates are open! Join us for our second look inside The Delacorte Theater!

We’re inviting all New Yorkers to Central Park for a peek inside the newly revitalized space.

Take a self-guided walk through the refurbished space. Check out the new design, accessibility features, and sustainability upgrades. We encourage you to take photos!

This is a rare opportunity to see inside the theater without needing a ticket to see a show.

This event is free and does not require a ticket.  All are welcome!

Food will be available for purchase from PUBLIC FARE.

Take home your very own Delacorte Raccoon!
To celebrate The Delacorte Theater's reopening, The Public created something special that bears a striking resemblance to the raccoons who love The Delacorte.
Donate $75 or more today to bring home your own soft and cuddly Delacorte raccoon AND help The Public continue to produce outstanding free theater for tens of thousands of New Yorkers, Shakespeare fans, (and raccoons)!

Donate & Get a plush today!

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*Offer ends 9/30/25. Order subtotal minimum of $15 (before tip, taxes, and fees) required. Maximum discount of $10. Applies to orders placed on wonder.com or the Wonder App. Add’l terms apply.