The Brooklyn Bridge Park Gala Auction
Explore these unforgettable experiences in the Park and beyond. Every winning bid helps bring Brooklyn Bridge Park’s new Education Center to life.
An advanced look at some experiences up for bid at the Gala on October 7.
Live auction
REEFS, RHYS & RAISE A GLASS
Head out on New York Harbor with Matthew Rhys for a one-of-a-kind experience with Billion Oyster Project. Name your own reef ball, then join Matthew and the team aboard the boat to watch it take its place beneath the surface. Back on shore, round out the experience with cocktails at Concrete Shoals at Brooklyn Bridge Marina. A little adventure, a lasting connection to the harbor, and a toast to a day well spent. Experience to take place on a mutually agreed-upon date, subject to availability of Billion Oyster Project & Matthew Rhys.
YOUR OWN CORNER OF UMBRIA: Seven Nights in a Private Villa for Up to 12 Guests
A week in Italy, with your favorite people and a villa all to yourselves. Escape to Tenuta di Murlo, an extraordinary 18,000-acre estate in the heart of Umbria, where wooded hills, olive groves and centuries of history surround beautifully restored private villas. Cared for by the same family for more than 300 years, this remarkable estate offers the space and privacy to settle into a different rhythm. Gather for long lunches overlooking the countryside, spend an afternoon exploring medieval hill towns, and return for leisurely dinners and evenings under the stars. For those inclined to explore, Murlo offers opportunities for truffle hunting, hands-on cooking classes and walks through the estate, with golf nearby at Antognolla. Whether you bring family together or gather friends for a long-awaited escape, these seven nights are yours to make unforgettable. Available November 2026–April 2027 and October 2027–April 2028, excluding holidays. Must be booked by February 1, 2027. Activities and additional services are available at an additional cost.
BROOKLYN NETS: BEYOND THE BEST SEATS
Get closer to the game with two courtside tickets to the Brooklyn Nets vs. San Antonio Spurs on December 23, paired with dinner at The Crown Club, the private restaurant exclusive to courtside ticketholders. An unforgettable night of basketball and dining in Brooklyn, with the action unfolding just feet away. And that’s just the beginning. We’re saving something special for the night.
Can’t join us at the Gala? You can still bid on our live auction packages by proxy. Please contact Mary Taylor at mtaylor@bbp.nyc by October 6 to arrange your bid.
Open to everyone. Bid through October 11.
online auction
The Park After Dark
Nighttime Golf Cart Tour for 3, Followed by Drinks
With the Manhattan skyline sparkling across the river, you and two guests will explore Brooklyn Bridge Park by golf cart with Park President Eric Landau as your guide. Hear the stories behind the Park, discover details even regulars may have missed and get an insider’s look at what’s ahead. After the tour, cap off the evening with drinks.
Brooklyn in Bloom
Private Horticulture Walk and Picnic
See Brooklyn Bridge Park through the eyes of the person who knows its landscape best. Rashid Poulson, the Park’s Director of Horticulture, will lead you on a private walk, sharing the stories and ideas behind its thriving waterfront gardens. Afterward, settle in at the Pier 1 Pavilion for a delicious picnic. An unforgettable afternoon of gardens, conversation and lunch in the Park.
Wild Brooklyn
Private Nature Adventure for 10
Bring your favorite young explorers and their grown-ups on a private nature adventure with Kate Mirand Calleri, the Park’s Director of Education, and her education team. Spot birds, discover trees and plants, and explore the wild side of Brooklyn Bridge Park during an experience created around the season and your group’s curiosity.
Summer Night at Concrete Shoals
Private Waterfront Party For 12
Celebrate with friends at Concrete Shoals, Brooklyn’s tucked-away waterfront bar. Settle in for drinks and bites in its relaxed, nautical setting as the sun goes down and the city lights come up. A quintessential Brooklyn summer night, reserved for you and your guests.
A Table at ABC Kitchens BK
Dinner for 4 on the Park
Dine at Jean-Georges’ first Brooklyn restaurant, set inside Empire Stores along Brooklyn Bridge Park. You and three guests will enjoy a seasonally driven dinner that brings together farm-fresh fare, inventive plant-based dishes and global flavors, surrounded by antique chandeliers, abundant blooms and the history of the Brooklyn waterfront.
The Coolest Night in Brooklyn
Skating and Pizza for 10 at Roebling Rink
Bring the kids, bring the grown-ups and hit the ice beneath the Brooklyn Bridge. From first wobbly laps to one more spin around the rink, it’s the ultimate winter outing, followed by an indoor pizza dinner. Skates are included, so all you need to bring is your crew.
Lights. Cameras. Brooklyn!
Ultimate Movies With A View Night for 10
Choose your favorite film from the Park’s 2027 lineup and bring nine of your favorite people for a summer night made for the big screen. Your reserved seats will be waiting, along with drinks, popcorn, candy and all the movie-night essentials. Just settle in as the city lights come up and the story begins.
Sunset at Fornino
Rooftop Dinner for Six by Chef Michael Ayoub
Take your seats on Fornino’s rooftop as the sun begins to set over New York Harbor. Chef and owner Michael Ayoub will create a fabulous dinner for six featuring Fornino favorites, accompanied by beverages and stunning sunset views. A warm, delicious summer evening in one of the Park’s most memorable settings.
Escape to Park Avenue
Two-Night Stay at Loews Regency New York
Slip away without leaving the city with two nights in a Luxury Room at the Loews Regency New York. Spend your days exploring Central Park, Fifth Avenue and the Upper East Side, then return to the quiet elegance of this iconic Park Avenue hotel. The perfect excuse to rediscover New York in style. Room and tax included.
Young Sailors Take the Helm
Private Sailing Lesson for 6
Six young sailors will learn the ropes during a private lesson at Brooklyn Bridge Marina, with the East River and Manhattan skyline as their backdrop. An unforgettable adventure on the water for kids ages 10 and up.
Spirited Brooklyn
Private Fort Hamilton Distillery Tour & Tasting for 12
Raise a glass inside one of Brooklyn’s distinctive craft distilleries. You and up to 11 guests will be welcomed with bespoke cocktails before going behind the scenes to discover Fort Hamilton Distillery’s history and craft. Enjoy a guided tasting of gin, whiskeys and maple syrup, and create a personalized bottle to take home.
Botanical Blue
Framed Cyanotype by Conrad Ventur
Conrad Ventur brings an artist’s eye and a gardener’s attention to this framed 18” x 24” cyanotype. His pieces are held in the collections of the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Ventur also tends Pier 6’s beloved Flower Field, giving this striking work a special connection to Brooklyn Bridge Park.
New York from the Water
Circle Line Cruise for 8
See the city from one of its most spectacular vantage points. Bring family or friends aboard Circle Line to take in the skyline, iconic landmarks and New York Harbor from the water. With eight tickets and your choice of standard cruise, it’s an unforgettable way to rediscover the city together. Valid for any standard sightseeing cruise except Bear Mountain, July 4 and New Year’s Eve cruises.
Kites Over Brooklyn
Kite Festival Afternoon and Picnic for 10
Bring family and friends to Pier 6 for a spring afternoon when the sky above Brooklyn Bridge Park comes alive. Enjoy a picnic for 10, assemble your kites, then send them soaring during the Park’s Kite Festival, the one special day of the year when kite flying is allowed in the Park
A SUMMER NIGHT AT FIREBOAT
Sun Deck Party for 12 at Pier 6
Gather your favorite people for a summer evening on Fireboat’s Sun Deck, aboard the historic Governor Alfred E. Smith at Pier 6. Enjoy an open bar featuring specialty cocktails, wine and beer, along with a family-style menu of sustainably driven, Caribbean-inspired dishes. Waterfront views, drinks on deck and dinner with your favorite people. This is summer in Brooklyn.
Reset and Restore
Private Crystal and Reiki Sound Bath for 12
Gather your friends for a private 60-minute sound bath at Surround Society’s serene studio. Settle in as crystal singing bowls and Reiki create a deeply calming, immersive experience, complete with a take-home crystal.
Sunset on the Harbor
Private Brooklyn Sail Cruise for 6
Set out from Brooklyn Bridge Marina for an unforgettable evening on New York Harbor. Watch the sun sink and the city begin to glow as you take in the waterfront from the water. A quintessential New York experience to share with friends or family.