Lunchtime Events
It's easier and more convenient than ever to lunch and learn at the Reading Room this summer. Enjoy discounted sandwiches, protein plates, and salads, conveniently delivered to you at select afternoon events. Just click here to place a noon pickup order from our friends at Casa Toscana, and be sure to use discount code BPRR to save 20% on your lunch, which will be ready for you at the Reading Room when you arrive.
Eligible events:
Author
Wednesdays, May 27 – August 26
Best-selling authors offer advice and discuss their latest books
Reel Talks
Mondays, June 15 – August 17
Talks on movies, cinema culture, and filmmaking
BookClub
July 14, 28, August 11, 25
Conversations on the classics
- It's one of Bryant Park’s most historic amenities. It originally began in 1935 during the Great Depression as a public service, and was revived by Bryant Park Corporation in 2003.
- It's a casual, family-friendly, open-air space for readers of all ages!
- It hosts literary events and writers workshops all summer long.
- It provides free-to-read periodicals and books for visitors every day from 11am-7pm.
- It's award-winning! The Reading Room has received numerous awards for demonstrating excellence, partnership, and creativity in enhancing New York City's quality of life.
Look for the yellow umbrellas on the north side of the park near the 42nd Street plaza.
Open daily, April to September, 11am-7pm to lend books, magazines, and newspapers for reading in the park.
Reading Room is open to all ages, and kids are welcome!
Find reading material for kids in their own colorful rack or join us for StoryTime.
Follow @bryantparknyc for day-of event updates
Visit our calendar for all upcoming events, including author talks, history panels, writers workshops, and much more!