Summer in NYC
There’s something special about NYC in summertime. Move between alfresco meals on sidewalks in all five boroughs, or catch one of the many outdoor concerts or street festivals.
Free Outdoor Concerts to See This Summer in NYC
We’ve made our selections for 2026. Get ready to dive in to a season of great music in the City’s parks.
SUMMER 2026: HISTORIC EVENTS
Celebrate the anniversary of the City and the US with these local traditions—all New York City originals. See more at our Founded By NYC landing page.
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS SUMMER
WHERE TO GO THIS SUMMER
SUMMER VIBES
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Brooklyn Cyclones Baseball
The Mets' single-A minor league farm plays in Maimonides Park on Coney Island, adjacent to the famed Coney Island Boardwalk.
US Open Tennis
The premier tennis event features matches, family-friendly activities and fun for all ages.
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival
In addition to boat races, enjoy a parade, traditional music and dance performances, and souvenir and food vendors.
New York Yankees Baseball
Seeing baseball’s Bronx team, World Series winners many times over, is an NYC tradition.
Red Bull New York Soccer
Red Bull New York, the NYC area's first Major League Soccer team, plays at New Jersey's Sports Illustrated Arena.
Staten Island FerryHawks
The City's newest baseball team plays on Staten Island's waterfront.
Richmond County Fair
This old-fashioned county fair features performances, crafts, music and food.
SummerStage
See dozens of free and ticketed live music performances in parks around the five boroughs, with Central Park as the main stage.
New York Mets Baseball
New York City’s National League baseball franchise features superstar Juan Soto and.plays at Citi Field in Queens.
Harlem Week
Live music, dance performances, dining, panel discussions and activities showcase the cultural history of Harlem.
Met Opera Summer HD
Opera’s biggest stars get their close-ups on the big screen during the Met’s annual HD Festival.