Free Summer Events!
We love summer in New York City for a whole variety of reasons. Somehow, things seem much more relaxed with a good part of the population on vacation or in the Hamptons. Sidewalk cafes beckon. Kids run through the sprinklers and fountains that sparkle among the city's playgrounds and vest pocket parks. The fabulous roof garden is open at the Metropolitan Museum. Summer sales are on and rock bottom prices abound at many of our favorite shops and boutiques.
But more than anything else, we love the plethora of free cultural events that blossom when NYC temperatures rise. From classic movies to modern dance; from Broadway musicals to Shakespeare, there are almost endless options. Below is a list of our favorite free events taking place in NYC this summer.
Broadway in Bryant Park
What: Experience the glamour of Broadway in the great outdoors. Each week, several of this year's biggest hits come to the park for a dazzling afternoon song and dance revue.
When: Thursdays from 12:30-1:30 pm
Where: Bryant Park (40th Street and 6th Avenue)
Visit the Bryant Park web site for additional details.
Broadway on Broadway
What: It's the quintessential New York City event: 50,000 spectators at the Crossroads of the World, live numbers from Broadway shows performed on a giant outdoor stage, television cameras, a galaxy of celebrity performers, and a big finale with showers of confetti.
When: September 14th
Where: Times Square
Check out the latest information at the Broadway on Broadway web site.
Central Park SummerStage
What: This season includes a wide range of music, dance, film and spoken word, by renowned and emerging artists. Note that not all events are free.
When: Various dates - see the SummerStage web site.
Where: Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, 72nd Street & Fifth Avenue
Shakespeare in the Park
What: Shakespeare in the Park consistently draws big name talent and big crowds, but the time spent waiting in line is almost always worth it.
When: Performance Months: June, July, and August, Showtime: 8 pm
Where: Delacorte Theater - Central Park
Call (212) 539-8500 or click here for details.
Harlem Meer Performance Festival
What: FREE performances take place the lakefront plaza at the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics so that they can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of performing arts in the Park.
When: Sundays at 2 pm
Where: The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues
Visit the Central Park web site for further details.
But more than anything else, we love the plethora of free cultural events that blossom when NYC temperatures rise. From classic movies to modern dance; from Broadway musicals to Shakespeare, there are almost endless options. Below is a list of our favorite free events taking place in NYC this summer.
Broadway in Bryant Park
What: Experience the glamour of Broadway in the great outdoors. Each week, several of this year's biggest hits come to the park for a dazzling afternoon song and dance revue.
When: Thursdays from 12:30-1:30 pm
Where: Bryant Park (40th Street and 6th Avenue)
Visit the Bryant Park web site for additional details.
Broadway on Broadway
What: It's the quintessential New York City event: 50,000 spectators at the Crossroads of the World, live numbers from Broadway shows performed on a giant outdoor stage, television cameras, a galaxy of celebrity performers, and a big finale with showers of confetti.
When: September 14th
Where: Times Square
Check out the latest information at the Broadway on Broadway web site.
Central Park SummerStage
What: This season includes a wide range of music, dance, film and spoken word, by renowned and emerging artists. Note that not all events are free.
When: Various dates - see the SummerStage web site.
Where: Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, 72nd Street & Fifth Avenue
Shakespeare in the Park
What: Shakespeare in the Park consistently draws big name talent and big crowds, but the time spent waiting in line is almost always worth it.
When: Performance Months: June, July, and August, Showtime: 8 pm
Where: Delacorte Theater - Central Park
Call (212) 539-8500 or click here for details.
Harlem Meer Performance Festival
What: FREE performances take place the lakefront plaza at the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics so that they can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of performing arts in the Park.
When: Sundays at 2 pm
Where: The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues
Visit the Central Park web site for further details.
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