Bowne Playground

Free public basketball and handball at this park in Queens, New York City. Outdoor public courts — first-come; verify on nycgovparks.org. The app shows what's open right now, how busy it is, and who else is playing.

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🏀 Basketball

3 courts · full court · asphalt · restrooms · water

🤾 Handball

2 courts · asphalt · restrooms · water

Location & facilities

Address	142-30 BARCLAY AVENUE
Borough	Queens
Type	Outdoor · free drop-in
Park hours	8 AM to dusk daily
Amenities	restrooms, drinking water
Notes	Outdoor basketball & handball — first-come, open during park hours (no posted drop-in schedule).

Directions

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