The “Just Tell Me Where To Play” List of Summer Leagues

Still struggling to find that perfect situation to show off your skills? Let our “Just Tell Me Where to Play” list of summer leagues do the work for you.

Best New Turf Field Nobody Knows About: Corlears Hook Park

Corlears Hook Park has new turf and no one to break it in - yet!

There's nothing like the sound of breaking in new turf near the LES waterfront. Summer 2025 will be the first season in forever that organized soccer will take place here, so if you're looking for a downtown Manhattan spot that's close to a ferry stop but far enough away from the windy chill of the water, this is our pick.

Best Summer Neighborhood: Red Hook Leagues (Red Hook) (Field 2) & (Field 8)

The sticky toffee date sundae at Pitt’s is our pick for the perfect post-match order.

Things hit differently in Red Hook when summer rolls around. Our Sunday and Wednesday leagues at Red Hook's revamped turf fields are ideal for those in love with a taste for old Brooklyn, but also new Brooklyn by way of Red Hook Tavern for a top 5 NYC burger, pancake souffles at Pitt's, and candle-making classes at Apotheke.

Best for Westchester & UES Residents: The Dwight School (UES/East Harlem)

The Dwight School’s outdoor field is ideal for uptown east siders and Westchester residents.

One of our newest outdoor options, the rooftop at The Dwight School's Athletic Center is our pick if you're coming in from Westchester or want something within walking distance near the six. One of the best quality pitches you can play on, your on-the-field moves will inspire the next generation of NYC soccer talent to better understand the beauty of playing within a coed community.

Best Brooklyn Beginner Vibes: Van Voorhees Playground (Brooklyn Heights)

Van Voorhees Playground is the top option for Brooklyn’s P5 beginners this summer.

Our Sunday night P5 league at Van Voorhees Playground in Brooklyn Heights means you can hang out at Brooklyn Bridge Park during the day (and watch some of our BBP leagues too) before it's time to hit the stage yourself. Warming up with a walk through charming Cobble Hill and Brooklyn Heights also works well, instead, plus one of the city's top casual group dining spots - Al Badawi - is within walking distance.

Best Uptown Manhattan Beginner Vibes: Frederick Douglass Playground (UWS)

Frederick Douglass’ brunch time Sunday P5 league leaves plenty of time for picnicking.

Skip brunch and start your day at Frederick Douglass' P5 new to soccer league. Afterwards, stop by Banh and order an egg custard iced coffee along with a banh tiêu (a stuffed donut that will hit just right) before making your way over to either Central or Hudson River Park for a picnic with your newly found forever footy friends.

Best Downtown Manhattan Beginner Vibes: Pier 42 (LES)

Talk about a view, Pier 42 is a waterfront pitch that you'd probably write home about, but your IG photo already tells the perfect story. After your afternoon or early evening match, you'll want to make the walk inland through Two Bridges and the Lower East Side, where you'll find great eats in relaxed settings like  Les Enfants de Bohème and Betty, along with drink deals at NYC Footy's bar partners.

Murray Playground: our Queens home this summer for beginner players.

Best Queens Beginner Vibes: Astoria Park (Astoria) (P4/P5) & Murray Playground (LIC) (P5)

What's this? One of NYC's most popular soccer fields is under a bridge? Astoria Park is the ideal summer spot if you're at a P4/P5 skill level. For those completely new to the game, Murray Playground's Sunday P5 leaves plenty of time to learn the basics and also bond with a team trip to MoMA PS1 or Fifth Hammer Brewing.

The Field That Makes Your BFF Move Here in the Fall: Washington Park (Park Slope)

Washington Park in Park Slope - the perfect mix of all things New Yorkers love the most.

We're ready to get roasted here, but we're going with Park Slope's Washington Park as the summer pick we'd put on a NYC Footy postcard. Washington Park's Old Stone House was the home of the Brooklyn Dodgers’ clubhouse at one point, so it's got deep roots in NYC sports history. The soccer field is in the middle of the park so everyone can put on a show just like Shakespeare in the Round. And most importantly, Washington Park feels like that timeless spot people of all ages can find a connection with other folks on the field of play.