Events Calendar Save The Dates: Summer 2026
June 21 Make Music New York Locations citywide
Now through September Bryant Park Picnic Performances Bryant Park, Manhattan Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is a free outdoor festival that welcomes all New Yorkers to experience the city’s vibrant arts and culture. https://newyorkloveskids.com/bryant- park-picnic-performances-free-summer- entertainment-in-the-heart-of-manhattan/
July 3–8 Fleet Week NYC New York Harbor and locations citywide
Celebrate the first day of summer with hundreds of free performances taking place in parks, plazas, and public spaces across the city. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/ make-music-new-york/ June–July FIFA World Cup Family Events Rockefeller Center & locations citywide Fan zones, live match screenings, interactive soccer experiences, exhibits, and cultural celebrations bring World Cup excitement to families throughout NYC.
Fleet Week NYC returns with a historic twist in 2026, moving to July as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/fleet- week-nyc-2026/ July 4 Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks East River and Brooklyn Bridge area One of the nation’s largest Independence Day celebrations, featuring a spectacular fireworks display over New York City. https://newyorkloveskids.com/where- to-watch-nycs-fourth-of-july-fireworks- in-2026/ August 8 & 9 Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival Meadow Lake, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens Watch exciting dragon boat races while enjoying cultural performances, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/the- hong-kong-dragon-boat-festival/
June 13 & 14 Jazz Age Lawn Party Governors Island
Step back in time with live jazz, dancing, vintage-inspired fun, and family-friendly entertainment. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/jazz- age-lawn-party-3/ Now until June 28 Free Shakespeare in the Park Delacorte Theater, Central Park Enjoy free performances of Romeo & Juliet under the stars in one of New York City’s most beloved summer traditions. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/free- shakespeare-in-the-park-romeo-juliet/
June - September Oculus Outdoors North Oculus Plaza, World Trade Center
Enjoy free outdoor movie nights beneath the iconic Oculus, featuring anniversary screenings of classic films and family favourites throughout the summer. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/ oculus-outdoors/ June–September (every Thursday till September 3) Mornings on the Glade Little Island, Manhattan Mornings in the Glade is a relaxed space for little ones and their grown-ups to start the day together. Join us at Little Island for unstructured play outdoors. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/ mornings-in-the-glade/
June–August Free Outdoor Movies Parks citywide
Pack a blanket and enjoy family-friendly movie nights under the stars in parks across the five boroughs. https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/kids
June 20 Mermaid Parade Surf Avenue, Coney Island, Brooklyn
Now through October SummerStage
Central Park & locations citywide Enjoy free concerts, dance performances, theatre, and family entertainment throughout the summer. https://newyorkloveskids.com/ summerstage-one-of-nycs-best-free- summer-traditions/
Head to Coney Island for NYC’s iconic seaside parade featuring elaborate costumes, floats, music, and plenty of creativity. https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/the- mermaid-parade-on-coney-island/
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