Throgs Neck Sweden Day
In Throgs Neck, this festival of the summer solstice features the raising of the maypole, food, music, folk dancing, kids games and prizes.
Sweden Day
At Manhem Beach Club in the Bronx, Sweden Day (going strong since 1941) hails the summer solstice with raising of the maypole (“majstang”), dancing, food and camaraderie.
July
New York City Tap Festival
For nine days, tap classes offered for kids, teens and adults, followed by evening performances by tap dance legends, ensembles and up-and-coming hoofers.
July Fourth
On July 4, New York City activities include tall ships sailing up the Hudson River and a Macy's fireworks extravaganza over the East River.
Lincoln Center Festival
The Lincoln Center presents an array of dance, theater, music, opera and circus performances from around the world.
Mostly Mozart
Mostly Mozart showcases classical music virtuosi, also performing works of Beethoven, Schubert and others.
Asian American International Film Festival
Going strong for nearly three decades and known as the “First Home to Asian American Cinema,” AAIFF’s various awards honor short films, emerging filmmakers, or stars of extraordinary achievement such as Maggie Cheung. Patrons enjoy after-dark thrills of a new NightVisions series.
International Dance Festival
Benefitting the Summer Performance Lab Scholarship Program & See Dance Program, the festival features performances by the Assembly Dance Theater of Taiwan, Johann Bjorvission Dance Co. of Iceland, Nina Buisson Contemporary Move, Synthesis Dance Project, and more.
Midsummer Nights Swing
Lincoln Center's Josie Robertson Plaza hosts an outdoor dance party with sounds of swing, salsa and tango.
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August
Harlem Week
Concerts, poetry readings, kid activities, sporting events, fashion shows and more celebrate historic Harlem culture.
Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors
This month-long free international summer festival includes interactive workshops for kids and families.
Leather & Lace Poker Run
In East Syracuse, the Leather & Lace MC Charity Poker Run at Trappers Pizza & Pub includes food, drinks, prizes, a scenic ride, and more, rain or shine. Proceeds benefit the Charity for Children, supporting medical treatment for youngsters in central New York.
Wilkil Art Summer Series
The Curb Art Space on West 34th Street provides an evening of art, music, wine and painting with some of the coolest people around, affording opportunity for signature socks and a socko good time.
New York International Fringe Festival
Held in Lower East Side of Manhattan at some 20 venues, the New York International Fringe Festival features theater, musicals, dance and comedy.
U.S. Open Tennis
The U.S. Open is the final Grand Slam event of the season, drawing top competitors for singles, doubles and mixed doubles.
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September
Big Apple Performing Arts Festival
For nearly a quarter century, the New York City gay men’s chorus and others have created a carnival performing arts setting along Seventh Avenue.
Feast of San Gennaro
This Italian street festival honors the patron saint of Naples, with carnival rides, food, floats and music.
Katherine Hepburn Garden Festival
More than 500 ethnic foods, art, craft, antique and jewelry exhibitors create a midway along Second Avenue.
African American Day Parade
Participants and onlookers gather in Manhattan on Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard from 111th to 142nd Street.
Imagine Peace Festival
At the World Peace Sanctuary off Route 22 near Amenia, the World Peace Festival celebrates with a concert, flag display, entertainment, keynote speakers and an international food court.
A Taste of New York
At the Sheraton hotel in Flushing, A Taste of New York is a food extravaganza featuring delicacies from selected restaurants. Activities include lucky draws and cooking demos. Tasting coupons will be on sale at the venue for $10, entitling a visitor to sample dishes at all 18 restaurant booths.
West Indian-American Day Parade
Labor Day Weekend in Brooklyn brings on a festival with food and entertainment from top Caribbean artists.
Long Island Motorcycle Fair
At the famed Riverhead Raceway, in June and again in September, the Long Island Motorcycle Fair brims with entertainment, bike shows, and vendors to create the ultimate motorcycle weekend getaway. East End Stunt Challenge contests include the longest and slowest wheelies, stoppies, quads, and more, with a trophy and cash prizes.
Escape New York
Escape New York, starting and ending in Manhattan by Grant’s Tomb, is open to all, with three supported routes through Rockland and Bergen counties. Snacks and drinks are provided, with giveaways and raffle prizes. Profits go to Recycle-a-Bicycle, a 501c3 charity teaching inner-city youth about cycling and recycling.
New York Film Festival
This 17-day festival showcases new cinematic works from around the world.
Wigstock
New York City's legendary dragstravaganza on Pier 54 features a show, wigs and drag, drag, drag.
Pagan Pride Day
This Buffalo / Niagara Falls Metro Pagan Pride Day in Blasdell Fireman’s Park celebrates religious freedom and diversity with ceremonies, kids' activities, raffles, entertainment and more. Admission is a non-perishable food or clothing donation, cat / dog food, pet care item or money for the Niagara County SPCA, the Food Bank of WNY and VIVE Inc.
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October
Columbus Day Festival
Lower Broadway celebrates Columbus Day with cultural and corporate displays to go with food and live entertainment.
Independent Feature Film Market
The Angelika Film Center screens new American independent films, while hosting workshops and seminars.
NYC Underground Comedy Festival
As a showcase for emerging and established comedians of the world, NYC’s Underground Comedy Festival features more than 350 laugh artists over seven nights at assorted venues including The Bitter End, with free shows at the New York Public Library and most branches.
NYC Oktoberfest
More than 500 ethnic food, art, craft, and other exhibitors create an Oktoberfest midway along Lexington Avenue.
Pagan Pride Day Harvest Celebration
Held at Battery Park, various charities benefit from this celebration dedicated to eliminating prejudice and religious discrimination through education, activism, charity and community.
International Vintage Poster Fair
Sponsored by Wine Spectator, the International Vintage Poster Fair at the Metropolitan Pavilion features 25 exhibitors from the U.S. and Europe with thousands of posters for sale date from the 1890s to the 1980s. Master artists include Toulouse-Lautrec and Otto Baumberger.
Greater New York Wine & Food Expo
At the Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, the Greater New York Wine & Food Expo celebrates the finer things in life in affluent, historic Westchester County. Featured are a Grand Tasting Tent showcasing more than 250 wineries, tasting seminars with experts such as Mark Oldman, and celebrity chef demonstrations.
Dachshund Oktoberfest
Every October, Washington Square Park hosts a party for Dachshunds and their owners, sponsored by the Dachshund Friendship Club.
Tibetan Festival
Food, crafts and a puppet show star at the Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art on Staten Island.
Union Square Autumn Fair
More than 200 American and international merchants, restaurants and others celebrate along Park Avenue.
Historic Richmond Town on Staten Island provides a rural setting within New York City for the decade-old annual Bluegrass Festival, featuring top musical entertainment.
Dewey’s Halloween Costume Party
Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory at Dewey’s Flatiron Bar & Lounge (on Fifth Avenue between 25th and 26th streets) where there’s a discount with mention of EventGuide to go with 2-for-1 drinks and plenty of ghoulish fun.
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November
Chocolate Show
Chocolatiers show their tasteful artistry amid live music from chocolate-producing countries at the Metropolitan Pavilion.
Lighting at Rockefeller Center
The city's holiday season kicks off with Rockefeller Center’s annual tree lighting and ice skating show.
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
At the Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus, N.J., Sugarloaf Crafts Festival features some 300 craft designers and artists displaying and selling a mix of quality contemporary crafts as well as sculptures, paintings, prints, and other fine art. Festival-goers also find home accessories, garden accents, custom clothing and jewelry.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Times Square provides an excellent view of this spectacular parade, known for elaborate floats and marching bands.
Madison Avenue Holiday Expo
Madison Avenue comes alive as exhibitors create a balloon archway leading to arts, collectibles and fashion musts.
New York Comedy Festival
This five-day event festival of laughs features more than 50 stand-up comedians at venues throughout the city.
Holiday Boutique / Craft Show
St. Anthony of Padua School stages a huge holiday boutique attracting thousands of spectators looking to get into the holiday spirit.
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December
Kwanza Festival
African food, culture and traditions in gift-giving unfold at the Jacob J. Javitz Convention Center.
Jingle Jam
For well more than a decade, Deweys Flatiron Bar & Lounge has been the scene for Jingle Jam, garnering ink in both the New York Post and New York Daily News as an event to get into the holiday swing with 2-for-1 drinks, hip hop, rock and '80s favorites.
Times Square New Year’s Eve
Crowds gather early in the day for the thrill of watching the Times Square ball drop at the stroke of midnight.
Polar Bear Christmas
On weekends, Central Park Zoo polar bears are on the take, opening gift-wrapped turkeys and other yule treats.
Matzo Ball
From a humble start in a Boston bar, Matzo Ball bashes in more than a dozen cities including San Francisco and Washington D.C. have arrived at the Manhattan Mission as a holiday party for Jewish singles on the night before Christmas.
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