Welcome to Sunset Park!

Who are we

5th Avenue in Sunset Park is often called the Main Street of Sunset Park. In 1995, the Sunset Park Business Improvement District was created by the property owners, business owners and residents of 5th Avenue. With a mission to revitalize the economic stability of the 5th Avenue shopping corridor, it strives to create a better shopping environment, and enhance the quality of life for Sunset Park.

This is accomplished through its strong advocacy, supplemental services, community events and continual promotion of the district. The BID has become an integral part of the Sunset Park neighborhood, working with local organizations, schools, elected officials and city agencies.

Throughout its history, the Sunset Park BID has looked to be part of new programs and to create innovative ways to resolve everyday issues. A networking bond linking the Sunset Park BID, the community of Sunset Park and the other areas of the City of New York has strengthened the retail viability of the district.

2010 Sunset Park Summer Plazas

Photos are already up from the first of our three Summer Plaza days this year. Check them out and come down to 5th for the next Summer Plaza days (Sunday July 25th and Sunday August 1st). The Summer Plazas go from 52nd Street to 56th Street. The avenue will be closed to auto traffic, but the cross streets will still be open.

We have tables and chairs set up for you sit on as well as music to enjoy and activities for kids, including arts and crafts tents and chalk for drawing on the street. We'll also have information tables from local organizations. There's even going to be face painting and balloon animals. And don't forget to check out the sales that many of our businesses will have on these days!

See What 5th Avenue Properties Are Available

Looking to buy or rent on 5th? Check out our listing of avaible Properties for rent or sale! This list may not have every available property, as we only post properties at the owner's request. If you are a property owner and would like to have your property listed there, please contact our office.

Council Member Sara González holds a rally
in Sunset Park for Intro 36

On April 16, Council Member Sara González held a rally on 51st St and 5th Ave to show the support for Intro 36, which will create a special vending district for our neighborhood. The Sunset Park BID has been working for over two years to create this special vending district which we call La Plaza del Mercado Unido to allow street vendors to make a living in Sunset Park legally and without hurting the local businesses which the BID represents. In attendance were Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez, Alice Wong representing Borough President Marty Markowitz, support organizations, local business people, street vendors, and residents. Below is Part 1 of a video of the rally. To see the second half of the video visit our YouTube page.


Upcoming Events For 2010

  • Summer Plazas on 5th Avenue: Sun. July 18, July 25, Aug. 1 - From 52nd Street to 56th Street the avenue will be closed to traffic but the side streets will be open. Look for bargains from local businesses. Special events and programs will take place on each block each weekend. More info to follow.
  • Sunset Park 5th Avenue Street Festival: Sun. Sept. 12 - From 44th to 59th Street, annual street festival with free rides, all-day entertainment, bargains, lots of fun.
    (NOTE: if you are an entertainer or a vendor and want to take part, please contact the Sunset Park BID at sunsetparkbid@aol.com)
  • Tree Lighting Ceremony: Thur. Dec. 2 - celebrate the start of the holiday season in front of OLPH with free local entertainment.
  • Sidewalk Sales Days: Sat. Dec. 18, Sun. Dec. 19 - All day look for bargains at your favorite stores from 38th to 64th Street. We will now have Sidewalk Sales Days in May and December.