1 / 3Joseph Austin Playground
📍 Queens, NY
Full-service community park in Jamaica, Queens with basketball and handball courts, soccer fields, a water spray area, swings, slides, and open fields. Hosts basketball tournaments and Eid gatherings.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children of varied ages who want sports and playground facilities in one location. The basketball and handball courts keep older kids engaged independently as younger children use the water features and playground. Community event days bring a lively atmosphere and food vendors - check local listings for tournament schedules.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
Gazmend Baloku
3 years ago
“It’s fun they have water to play with slides and a soccer field and basket ball court the picture is one of the slides at the park including the swirly slide on the side their are even swings”
Abdul Awal Sagar
a year ago
“Most of in Jamaica City offer their two Eid prayers here. There is a large congregation. So thousands of Muslims gather on both Eids. I love this place.”
Asif Alam
5 years ago
“soccer, hand ball, basket ball, kid section everything you name it nice comfort nice chilling spot”
💬 What parents mention
Overview
Joseph Austin Playground in Jamaica, Queens combines a children's playground - featuring a swirly slide, standard slides, and swings - with basketball courts, handball walls, and a full soccer field. Water play features activate in warm weather. The park hosts organised basketball tournaments with food vendors on-site during events. It also serves as a primary gathering space for the local Muslim community during Eid prayers, drawing large congregations.
