Summer in NYC
19 Fun Things to Do in Brooklyn Bridge Park
This waterfront attraction has everything you need: magnificent views, cultural activities, lots of nature and plenty of spaces for relaxing.
10 NYC Hotel Rooftops
Prepare for 360-views and mouthwatering cocktails atop these swanky accommodations.
Things to Do at Coney Island
The Brooklyn neighborhood known for its amusement park and boardwalk is that and so much more.
Summer 2025 Arts Guide
Discover exhibits and performances throughout the five boroughs this summer.
The Family Guide to Governors Island
Explore scenic views, outdoor activities and family-friendly fun just a ferry ride away in New York Harbor.
Get to Know 3 NYC Beaches
New York City’s beaches are not-so-hidden gems. Here are some of our favorites.
17 Favorite Summer Activities in NYC
We’re sharing our personal recommendations for summer fun in the five boroughs.
28 Fun Central Park Activities
Find the top sights, activities and locations in New York City's best-known green space.
Five NYC Parks, One Summer Weekend
Photographers capture the best of summer at parks across the boroughs.
Things to Do on Governors Island
There are plenty of ways to explore this mid-harbor oasis in NYC.
City Island Guide
Here's what to do and see in this waterfront oasis off the mainland of the Bronx.
Roosevelt Island Itinerary
Take the tram to this Manhattan neighborhood for historic ruins, scenic parks and waterfront views.
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS SUMMER
Free Summer Outdoor Concerts in 2025
Put these shows, taking place in parks and public spaces across New York City, on your summer to-do list.
Public Beaches Open
NYC's beaches are open from Memorial Day through the weekend after Labor Day.
New York Yankees Baseball
One of the most successful franchises in sports, baseball’s Bronx team is a perennial draw.
New York Mets Baseball
Major League Baseball’s Queens team now features superstar Juan Soto.
Harlem Week
Celebrate African, Caribbean and Hispanic history with music, dance and food.
Shakespeare in the Park
Enjoy free Shakespeare performances in Central Park's newly refurbished Delacorte Theater.
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival
Dragon boat teams from all over North America compete in fiberglass boat races.
US Open Tennis
The nation’s biggest tennis tournament takes place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, prefaced by Fan Week.
West Indian American Day Carnival
This celebration of NYC’s Caribbean community is an end-of-summer highlight.
WHERE TO GO THIS SUMMER
Things to Do at Coney Island
The Brooklyn neighborhood known for its amusement park and boardwalk is that and so much more.
City Island Guide
Here's what to do and see in this waterfront oasis off the mainland of the Bronx.
Things to Do on Governors Island
There are plenty of ways to explore this mid-harbor oasis in NYC.
Yara Herrera’s Guide to Ridgewood, Queens
The chef of Hellbender discusses her top neighborhood places to eat, sing karaoke, take a yoga class and get a new do.
Roosevelt Island Itinerary
Take the tram to this Manhattan neighborhood for historic ruins, scenic parks and waterfront views.
SUMMER VIBES
Luna Park in Coney Island
No visit to New York City would be complete without a visit to the City's most famous beach, boardwalk and rides.
Queens Night Market
This expansive open-air night market celebrates the rich cultural diversity of NYC.
Rockaway Beach
The Rockaways are a popular summertime spot, but surfers flock to Rockaway Beach year-round for its two surf beaches.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
The largest park in Queens, which has served as the backdrop for countless iconic hip-hop music videos.
New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden features more than a million plants on 250 acres.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The 52-acre garden is home to more than 12,000 kinds of plants from around the world.
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
See Staten Island's premiere arts and cultural center.
