McCarren Park has many great things: plenty of shady trees, a public pool, grills, a track, a farmers market, and a fun skatepark to stare at wistfully while fantasizing about being able to do a kick flip. Perhaps its best feature is the Park Bar (located inside the McCarren ParkHouse), where you can cool off from your adult softball league or intense handball game with a glass of natural wine or a sweet frozen margarita, pumped with the fruit syrup of your choice. They've got a few picnic tables in the back, there's a sandwich shop next-door, and the venue hosts events like movie nights, DJ sets, and trivia—so keep an eye on their website.