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10 NYC Summer Festivals You Should Know About
Maybe you live in New York or you are just visiting, but either way it’s always great to do something new in the city. Of course, there are so many iconic and historic sites to check out in New York. But if you are here in the summer, why not also spend some time enjoying some NYC summer festivals? These unique festivals are a great way to celebrate the diverse offerings in NYC. I’ve created a list of the 10 festivals I’m most excited to check out this summer. Ready to celebrate summer? Let’s go! NYC Summer Streets During the NYC Summer Streets festival, 7 miles of NYC city streets…
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The Best NYC Outdoor Movies: Summer 2019
There are so many free outdoor movies to enjoy in NYC this summer. Browse the list and plan your perfect movie night. Pack your picnic and you are ready to go! Plus, all of these NYC outdoor movies are FREE! Movie Nights at Bryant Park Bryant Park hosts the city’s most iconic outdoor movie series. Arrive early (the lawn opens at 5:00 pm) to secure a spot. Bring a blanket and snacks. Food and wine are also available from carts surrounding the lawn. For more about Bryant Park movies nights + other summer events, check out my complete guide to Bryant Park. June 10: Big June 17: Big Daddy June…
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How to Celebrate July 4 in NYC
Ready to start planning your July 4th festivities? I’ve celebrated July 4 in NYC and let me tell you, it was wild! But with the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest and multiple firework displays, it’s hard to find a more patriotic place to spend the holiday. Plus, you can visit a few historic sites in NYC that will help you feel even more excited to celebrate America’s birthday. In this post, we will discuss everything you need to know to plan the perfect July 4 in NYC. Let’s get started! The Basics We are talking about America’s Independence Day which celebrates the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted. In…
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Your Guide to the Best Outdoor Concerts in NYC: Summer 2019
Summer is here and that means it’s the season for outdoor concerts in NYC! There are so many music festivals + outdoor concerts this summer so I’ve created a guide to keep us all organized! Let’s check out the summer 2019 lineup! SummerStage (June 1-September 24) SummerStage is NYC’s top FREE summer concert series. Renowned artists and local musicals perform at stages in all 5 boroughs. The main stage in Central Park hosts most of the bigger artists, but you can enjoy incredible concerts all around the city. As I mentioned, most of these concerts are free but a few benefit concerts require a ticket. *Doors open 1 hour prior…
