NYC June Events & June Things to Do
New York City Events June 2024 are packed with amazing outdoor culture and adventures, along with tons of free things to do in June. Our must-do events include Bryant Park Picnic Performances & Movie Nights, Lincoln Center Summer for the City (Midsummer Night Swing), New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks, Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, Tribeca Film Festival, Free Outdoor Concerts and Movies, Little Island, Museum Mile Festival, Pride Month, Belmont Stakes, Puerto Rican Day Parade and that’s just the beginning!
There are more FREE things to do in NYC in summer than any other time of year, so get outside and play, listen, watch, dance, kayak, bike and so much more. Please check holiday and sightseeing hours for Juneteenth on June 19th.
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Top NYC June Events
- Pride
- Yankees & Mets Baseball (+ Subway Series)
- MET Museum Martini Bar
- Museum Mile Festival
- Coney Island Mermaid Parade
- Juneteenth
- Shakespeare in the Park
- Bryant Park Picnic Performances
- Bryant Park Movie Nights
- Times Square TSQ Live
- Lincoln Center Summer for the City
- Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic
- Broadway Premieres: Here Lies Love & One More Time
- NY Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks
- Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital Series
- NYC Festivals & Fairs Summer
- Taste of Times Square
- Tribeca Film Festival
- Good Morning America Summer Concert Series
- TODAY Show Summer Concert Series
- River to River Festival
- Belmont Stakes
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June Concerts, Shows and Events
- Justin Timberlake – June 25 & 26, 2024 @ MSG
- Billy Joel – June 8 & July 25 (FINAL SHOW), 2024 @ MSG
- John Oliver – May 19, June 16, Aug 18, Sept 22, Oct 20, Nov 24, Dec 15, 2024 @ Beacon Theatre
- Governors Ball Music Festival – June 7-9, 2024 @ Citi Field, featuring Post Malone, The Killers, SZA++++
- Melanie Martinez – June 5-6, 2024 @ MSG
- Niall Horan – June 13-14 @ MSG
- Jones Beach – see schedule
- Belmont Stakes – June 6-9, 2024
See All: NYC Concerts Shows June – Good Morning America Summer Concert Series, Today Show Summer Concert Series, Jones Beach, Central Park Summerstage, Coney Island, Forest Hills and more.
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June Sports New York City Events
Make sure to add a NYC Game Day to your NYC vacation – it’s an absolute MUST in NYC! Head to Yankee Stadium to grab a hot dog and cheer on the Yankees or NYCFC or head to baseball’s nicest stadium, Citi Field, to cheer on the Mets. The sports atmosphere in New York is exhilarating year round and some of the most intense competition is within our own rivalries!
New York Yankees Schedule
The New York Yankees, 27-Time World Series Champions, and likely the most simultaneously loved and hated team in baseball, return to Yankee Stadium with our Captain, Aaron Judge, pitcher Gerrit Cole and shortstop Anthony Volpe. There are few things in NYC better than a Yankee game, an old-fashioned hot dog and a beer.
New York Mets Schedule
Catch NYC’s National baseball team in action at the amazing Citi Field, one of baseball’s nicest stadiums and now home to baseball’s highest payroll as of 2023! Top recruits include Francisco Álvarez, Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio and Mark Vientos. Tickets are easy to get and the Mets are an easy 30 minute subway from Times Square or Grand Central. Grab a burger from Shake Shack and get ready to see some baseball action.
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100 Free Things to Do in New York in Summer
Free things to do in New York in Summer (June, July & August) are everywhere, every day and every night! Kids, adults, outdoors, indoors, active, lazy…you name it! Free summer activities in NYC include concerts, movies, sports and fitness, arts and culture, museums, tours. So whether you want free tennis, an outdoor concert, a movie under the stars or free opera outdoors in the park, we have you covered with over 100 FREE things to do in NYC this summer.
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Things to do in New York in June
June is the time when dozens of activities and tours kick off, allowing you to enjoy the best of NYC outside in beautiful weather. Some of our top June picks include:
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New Hotels in Manhattan
New hotels in Manhattan give you access to crisp sheets, new linens, towels, restaurants, rooftops and more before anyone else gets to them. While you may have to deal with some grand opening kinks, you’ll often get amazing rates at the newest Manhattan hotels before the full buzz is out there for everyone to discover. Recently opened hotels include:
See All: New Hotels in Manhattan
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Ongoing New York City Events June
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NYC Pride, Parade and Festival
Pride Island, PrideFest, The March
June 18-30
Hudson St (Abingdon Sq. & W 14th)
Come see NYC turn into the world’s largest rainbow @ Pride, the city’s premiere LGBTQIA+ celebration for over 50 years. There’s a ton of events including The Rally, The March & Pride Island. Read More: NYC Pride
Coney Island Mermaid Parade
Saturday, June 22, 2024
The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is the nation’s largest art parade and one of New York City’s greatest summer events. The 3,000+ participants dress in hand-made costumes, while celebrating ancient mythology and honky-tonk rituals of the seaside. The Mermaid parade is always a summer highlight in NYC and one of our favorite annual local things to do!
More Info: Coney Island Mermaid Parade
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NYC Insider Print Map and Guide to Manhattan
Download over 100 pages of NYC maps, information and recommendations in less than 5 minutes! Our NYC Insider Printable Map Guide Book, Travel Planner and Bonus Map Guides include organized, easy to follow, color coded guides, detailed maps of every neighborhood, weekly chart of Free Museum Days and Times and free weekly neighborhood tours, Best of NYC Categories and lists by ALL native New Yorkers. Download everything you need to know NYC Like a Pro and make the most of your NYC vacation.
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Tribeca Film Festival
June 5-16
The multi-week Film Festival will take place at movie theatres, rooftops and various venues throughout NYC, such as the new Pier 57, Beacon Theatre, the Angelika and will showcase every film genre while attracting blockbuster global celebrities, second only to the annual Met Gala. If you want to attend the premiere of Let the Canary Sing with a performance by Cyndi Lauper or The Closing Gala: A Bronx Tale, followed by a conversation with director and star Robert De Niro, producer Jane Rosenthal, and writer and co-star Chazz Palminteri, you’ll want to get Tribeca Film Festival Tickets.
Boutique Downtown Hotels New York
Boutique Downtown Hotels put you right next to some of NYC’s most popular attractions: The 9-11 Memorial and Museum, Statue of Liberty, One World Observatory, Wall Street, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Charging Bull and every major subway station.
- Frederick Hotel – one of NYC’s best lesser know hidden gems
- Moxy NYC Downtown – 30 stories, local coffee program, arcade games, DJ and a basketball court
- The Artezen Hotel – high-tech suites, yoga & fitness center + HIDE, a swanky, two-story sky lounge (photo)
See More: Boutique Downtown Hotels New York
Downtown Hotels: Tribeca/Battery Park and Financial District/ Wall St
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New York City Hotels with Pools
While a few of our hotels with pools are family-friendly, most are adult party zones with skyline views, cocktails, private cabanas and summer long pool parties. We highlight more than 10 family-friendly and adults-only hotel pools, many with day-pass availability for NYC locals.
Since most are indoor/outoor and heated, anytime of year is a great time to check into one of our New York City Hotels with Pools.
Bryant Park Picnic Performances
June 1 – September 14, 2023
Bryant Park is hosting twenty-six live and in-person music, dance, and theater events produced in partnership with a diverse lineup of New York City’s performing arts institutions. Some featured partners are Carnegie Hall Citywide, The Town Hall, Joe’s Pub, The Classical Theatre of Harlem, American Symphony Orchestra, New York City Opera and many more. All performances are free to the public and designed to be enjoyed casually – no tickets required—with ample seating available and free picnic blankets for audience members to borrow.
More Info: bryantpark.org/activities/picnic-performances * Bryant Park Movie Nights * Picnic Performances FREE Brochure
Bryant Park Movie Nights (Summer Film Festival)
Every Monday night throughout the summer, Bryant Park shows free classic movies. You can bring your own picnic or order food from any of the dozens of local vendors, even sometimes in advance.
More Info: Bryant Park Movie Nights
June 12 – August 14, 2023
Little Island NYC
Pier 55 & Hudson River Park Greenway, NY 10014
Roughly 14th St, West of Chelsea Market
NYC’s new Little Island in the Hudson River resembles a leaf floating on water with a base of tulip-shaped pots and seating lawns, gentle slopes, winding pathways leading to dazzling views, and a variety of spaces for performances, play rest and relaxation. The island is open daily and for 2023, no reservations or tickets are required to visit or attend any of the programming.
Perform in the Park, Events in the Amph ++
June – September
Beginning Wednesday, June 7 join Little Island for another summer of free programming including intimate performances from Tony and Grammy Award winners in The Glade, late night djs, drag bingo, and dance parties in The Play Ground, weekly artmaking activities for all ages and Teen Night every Friday.
More Info: Little Island
NYC Festivals, Fairs and Parades Summer
Summer in NYC is packed with Festivals, Fairs, Parades and more free programming, arts & culture than any other time in NYC, so we created a whole guide just for NYC Summer Festivals & Fairs. Get your party on at Governors Island, Downtown, Times Square, Lincoln Center, Bryant Park, Central Park and celebrate summer in true New Yorker style.
Some of the awesome summer festivals include:
- NYC Pride, Parade and Festival
- Juneteenth in NYC Festival
- Governors Ball Music Festival
- Tribeca Film Festival
- River to River Festival
- Bryant Park Movie Nights (Summer Film Festival)
- Museum Mile Festival
- Metropolitan Opera Summer HD Festival
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National Puerto Rican Day Parade
Sunday, June 9
Fifth Avenue, 44th to 79th Street
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade, held annually on the second Sunday in June enhances the pride of the Puerto Rican people and promotes their contributions to the United States.
Note: This parade is one of the most popular events in NYC, so getting around NYC on this day, especially on the East Side or anywhere near Museum Mile is a challenge. Please plan accordingly.
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Annual Museum Mile Festival
June 18
Rain or Shine
Fifth Ave, 82nd to 105th Streets
Eight of the world’s greatest Museums, spread along 23 city blocks, allow free access to over 50,000 attendees. Fifth Ave is closed to traffic and lined with live bands, art and entertainment.
More Info: Annual Museum Mile Festival
Luxury Hotels Upper East Side
If your dreams of a NYC vacation conjure images of strolling Museum Mile, views of Central Park, shopping along the famed Fifth Avenue, rubbing elbows with socialites and celebrities and dining at some of New York’s best restaurants, then Luxury Hotels Upper East Side are exactly where you want to book.
- The Surrey – private rooftop garden, Café Boulud (photo)
- The Pierre – favorite of the Vanderbilts, Astors, Chryslers and E.F. Hutton
- The Carlyle – Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Hotel
See More: Premier Luxury Hotels Upper East Side
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Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) Rooftop Open
Skyline Views, Art and Cocktails – what more could you want? Every summer, the Met opens the Martini Bar on the Roof Garden Café, an 8,000-square-foot, informal, outdoor setting with breathtaking panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and Central Park.
April 18 – October 22, 2023 (Exhibition)
May 18, 2023 (Rooftop Bar Reopens)
Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden
The 2023 Roof Garden Commission: Lauren Halsey will be on view April-October and showcases “a full-scale architectural structure inspired by sources as varied as ancient Egyptian symbolism, 1960s utopian architecture, and contemporary visual expressions such as tagging.” On Friday & Saturday Nights, The Met hosts Sun Sets, which celebrates the freedom, inclusivity, and creativity of electronic music culture with a series of rooftop events showcasing the diversity of sounds emanating from the city’s ever-evolving music underground.
More info: 2023 Met Roof Martini Bar Schedule.
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Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic
Liberty State Park, NJ
General Tickets on Sale Thursday, April 27 at 12PM ET
Join Veuve Clicquot for an exciting afternoon of polo viewing while enjoying a flute of champagne. Polo-goers and champagne sippers alike can purchase one of three ticketing options, Picnic Lawn, Rosé Garden or La Grande Dame Cabanas, with access to delicious food offerings from the city’s most popular food trucks, Veuve Clicquot Champagne for purchase, and prime seating to cheer from the sidelines during a thrilling polo match.
More Info: veuveclicquot.com
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New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks
Tuesday, June 12 (Central Park)
The New York Philharmonic performs Tchaikovsky, Gershwin and more outside on the Great Lawn in Central Park and across all our boroughs a few nights every summer. Always a quintessential NYC experience and always free. The performance is followed by gorgeous fireworks and thousands of New Yorkers spread their blankets, bring picnics and snacks (and some even sneak wine..shhhh!). Bring a sweater, snacks and some type of candle or flashlight. Citywide, the concerts run over days across the 5 Boroughs.
More: nyphil.org
Neighborhood Guide: Central Park
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Central Park NY Hotels
These are NYC Insider hand picked hotels that are not just “near” Central Park, as most NYC hotels claim to be…but on the Park itself, either Central Park South, Central Park West or Fifth Ave. Many other hotels are nearby, or within a few blocks, but these are the closest, and all offer Park views from select rooms.
Some of our top value picks near Central Park include:
See the Insider Guide for dozens more Central Park NY Hotels and download our free Central Park map at Central Park NY Guide
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Central Park Taste of Summer
June 5, Bethesda Terrace
Savor delicious culinary fare from top New York City chefs and restaurants at this one-of-a-kind tasting event in the heart of Central Park. Taste of Summer also features a luxury-filled silent auction, the city’s hottest DJs, and The Taste Café hosted by Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group.
More Info: centralparknyc.org/benefit-events
Neighborhood Guide: Central Park
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Lincoln Center Summer for the City
June 14 – August 12, 2023
Touted as the “The Ultimate New York Festival,” Lincoln Center is back this year with a bang – hosting over 300 events all summer long. Dancing Under the Stars (formerly Midsummer Night Swing), free outdoor movies, dancing, singing, readings, celebrations, flamingos, disco ball, poetry, Mozart, concerts, crafts, Juneteenth and much more!
More Info: Lincoln Center Summer for the City
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Times Square TSQ
May 2-September 29, 2023
Every summer in Times Square, NYC, TSQ LIVE showcases hundreds of artists, performers and cultural producers and this summer 80 free events hosting over a dozen incredible New York-based institutions and collectives, including Pioneer Works, NEW INC, Children’s Museum of Art, Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Ailey Extension, New York Live Arts, OTA Entertainment, Soul Summit, Rash Bar, and Elsewhere.
More Info: Times Square TSQ Live
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Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital Series – FREE
June 18th (Central Park)
The Met’s annual concerts in New York City parks is a great city tradition. The Met’s popular Summer Recital Series in New York City parks kicks off the New York summer season with six free outdoor recitals, featuring established artists and young talents of the opera world, to New Yorkers in all five boroughs.
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June Things to do with Kids in New York
Festivals, Free Museums, Speedboat Rides, Baseball, Central Park, the Zoo and more. Great things to do with kids in June include:
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The Beast is Back
Locals and visitors alike absolutely LOVE the Beast Speedboat ride. Revel in up close views of the financial district, Empire State Building, World Trade Center, Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, South Street Seaport and more, without ever leaving the water. We’ll try not to spoil the surprise, but let’s just say don’t bring anything that can’t get wet:)
May 6 – Sept 24, 2023, 11:00 am–6:00 pm, every hour on the hour, 30 minute ride, closed Mondays
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NYC Hotels with Free Bicycles
If had to pick my FAVORITE way to explore NYC, it would be on bicycle! Don’t miss out on your choice of NYC hotels with free bicycles, allowing you to explore hidden nooks of NYC you can’t see any other way. Some of our top value picks include:
See the Insider Guide for dozens more NYC Hotels with Free Bicycles.
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Save Big on Things to do in New York City
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Things to Do in NYC by Month
Our Event Calendars show you exactly which events occur by day, but our Things to Do monthly guides highlight seasonal tours, bike rides, best time for boat cruises, when to buy tickets, the biggest sales and all the optimal times to do activities by month. Check out our Monthly Things to do in NYC Guides.
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Secret NYC Insider Tours
Explore our subways secrets with a local guide, go behind-the-scenes at the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, uncover surprising gems and historical tales of Grand Central Station, cocktail your way through Manhattan’s best and most secretive speakeasies and much more!
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More New York City Events June (stay tuned for possible updates):
Union Square Summer in the Square
Figment Art Festival – Snug Harbor, Staten Island. FIGMENT is a free participatory arts event that celebrates creativity by challenging artists and participants to find new ways to create, share, and dream.
Laughter in the Park – Free comedy shows in NYC parks.
Tony Awards – June 11, 2023. The awards, which honor theatre professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway, will be held at United Palace.
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Taste of Times Square Week
TBD
46th St between Broadway and 9th Ave, including historic Restaurant Row
Experience “tastes” of signature dishes from more than 40 of Times Square’s best restaurants, enjoy street performers, and catch top-notch local entertainment. A great opportunity to sample gourmet international cuisine for just a few dollars per dish.
Free Admission, Tasting prices vary, timessquarenyc.org
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NYC Hotels Times Square
The best NYC Hotels Times Square chosen by a NYC local! If you want to be in the heart of Broadway, all the tourist action, Restaurant Row, lounge by a pool, check out the best views from a rooftop or splurge on the live NYE Ball Drop, we will show you the best places to stay.
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Nope – Rangers are out in 2023. If the Rangers are in the Playoffs, like they were in 2022, the schedule will be here!
Rangers MSG Schedule
Get your New York Rangers tickets and schedule to see our NY hockey team live in action at Madison Square Garden. The NY Rangers have made the finals and/or playoffs the last six consecutive seasons. Their games are the easiest sporting
events in NYC to attend, right in Midtown Manhattan, a block from the Empire State Building.
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