Purslane at the Prospect Park Boathouse

101 East Drive, Brooklyn, NY
240 Capacity
$2,000 to $7,000 / Wedding
The Picnic House in Prospect Park is a charming and historic building in the heart of Brooklyn’s premier park. With scenic views of the 90-acre Long Meadow, outdoor spaces for ceremonies and cocktails, floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors and a working wood fireplace, it provides a bucolic setting for your perfect day. The Picnic House can be tailored for every taste and budget, and is a blank canvas to create the ideal wedding no matter what the season. The Picnic House comfortably seats 175 guests for dinner and dancing or 240 for a cocktail-style event. Micro-weddings are also available for up to 50 guests. Proceeds benefit Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains Prospect Park.

Event Pricing

Petite Events
240 people max
$2,000 - $2,500 per event
November–March
240 people max
$3,000 - $5,000 per event
April–October
240 people max
$4,500 - $7,000 per event

Event Spaces

Picnic House
Picnic House
General Event Space
240 Capacity
The Boathouse
The Boathouse
General Event Space
225 Capacity

Additional Info

Venue Types
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 240