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New York City street fairs are good reflection of the City: the offerings are sofisticated and amusing, and you always can find something that fits your budget. Please see street fairs/festivals schedule below.
        

Festival | Arts & Crafts Festival in the Garden: Kids Day


Schedule of Events: 10 am – noon: Kids’ Craft Activity: Create, decorate and fly your own windsock. 1 pm: Young People’s Chorus of NY: YPCNY is a citywide, multicultural choral singing program for youth of all ages. A chorus of kids ages 8 to 12 will perform in the Garden. 2 pm: Danny The Clown and his balloon animals 3:30 pm: Ballet Hispanico dance performance (with audience participation!) 
   Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 19
10:00 am
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Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Arts & Crafts Festival in the Garden: Kids Day

Festival | Exploring the World of NYC Transit


Climb aboard and explore the evolution of NYC's bus fleet, enjoy hands-on activities for all ages, meet the people who keep our city moving, and snap a picture-perfect photo of vintage vehicles with the Manhattan skyline as your backdrop. This year, keep your eyes peeled for some special guest vehicles--unexpected favorites that are sure to steal the show. Rain or Shine!
   Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 19
10:00 am
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Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Exploring the World of NYC Transit

Festival | Day of Art Exploring Social Phenomena: Exhibitions, Films, & Workshops


Dark Lab­o­ra­to­ry cel­e­brates the inter­sec­tion of cli­mate and racial jus­tice. Pan­els, prizes, exhi­bi­tions, and work­shops. Line­up includes: Work-in-Progress Salon: Dark Lab x Afro-Asia, with Dr. Sasha Ann Panaram Pan­el Dis­cus­sion: The Art of Moth­er­ing: Imag­i­na­tion, Social Work, Inven­tion with Dr. Court­ney Cogburn Afro-Asia Film Club: Not Your #Blasian with Dir. Car­men LoBue Exhi­bi­tion on View: Con­tra­dic­to­ry Omens, through Sep­tem­ber 20
   Governor's Island, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 19
11:00 am
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Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Day of Art Exploring Social Phenomena: Exhibitions, Films, & Workshops

Festival | Annual Dog Parade & Social in the Park


This event will bring together local dogs and dog lovers of all ages, in a festive gathering culminating in a parade of pups around the park. Enjoy live music, food and drink vendors, crafts, workshops, and more. So make a whole day of it and plan to picnic with your pup. Schedule: 12pm-5pm: Food vendors, activity booths, and check-in table open 12pm-1:30pm: Dog stories and crafts for kids with Jessica Ressler 12pm-12:45pm: Live music by Susan Said Band 12:45pm-1:30pm: Dog trick demonstrations 1:30pm-2:15pm: Dogs with jobs: Beltzville State Park K-9 Water Rescue and NYPD Transit K-9 Unit 2:15pm-3:00pm: Cartooning dog emotions with artist Kristin Doney 3:00pm-3:45pm: Dog trick demonstrations 3:45pm-4:15pm: Dog parade and brass band performance 4:15pm-5:00pm: Live music by Susan Said Band
   Midtown, Manhattan, New York, NY
Sat, Sep 19
12:00 pm
free, registration required
Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Annual Dog Parade & Social in the Park

Parade | Annual German-American Culture Celebration


This parade wasfounded in 1957 by German immigrants and German-Americans -- one of the largest ancestral groups living in the United States, who wanted to keep the traditions of their homeland alive. Today, the parade is led by cadets representing the German Language Club of the Military Academy of West Point. It'ss filled with German groups wearing their traditional costumes, spectacular floats, marching bands, dancers, clubs, and organizations from across the United States, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Canada. Miss German-America and her court are crowned every May, leading the parade. To this day, the parade is still considered one of the most colorful Parades in New York, thanks to our dynamic floats, representation, and colorful cultural displays. This year, the Grand Marshalls are Till Knorn (German General Consul in New York) and Gerhard Rossbach (entrepreneur and cultural ambassador).
   Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 19
12:00 pm
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Parades, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Annual German-American Culture Celebration

Festival | Family Fun on the Pier


All-ages fun, music and more! A family day filled with music, crafts, and endless activities led by local groups and organizations.
   Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 19
12:00 pm
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Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Family Fun on the Pier

Festival | Celebrate Pollinators: Monarchs, Bees & More


Enjoy nature walks, butterfly-themed crafts, hands-on activities about monarch migration, and more. 
   Hudson Yards, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 19
12:30 pm
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Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Celebrate Pollinators: Monarchs, Bees & More

Festival | Immersive Outdoor Light Festival


Step into a park where interactive art, dazzling installations, and live DJs transform the night. Explore, play, and dance under the stars in a luminous experience.
   Battery Park City, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 19
7:00 pm
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Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Immersive Outdoor Light Festival

Festival | 15th Annual Morningside Lights Procession


A procession of awe-inspiring handmade lanterns floating through Morningside Park, returns this fall with A Common Thread, a theme that explores the visual patterns and motifs that surround us. That transformative year sparked a wave of experimentation and social consciousness that still fuels contemporary life and art-making.
   Morningside Heights, Manhattan, New York, NY
Sat, Sep 19
8:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, 15th Annual Morningside Lights Procession

Festival | Arts & Crafts Festival in the Garden


Schedule of Events: 10:45 – 11:45 am: “Carrie-oke” — Karaoke for kids and adults, led by Carrie Sooter (author of “High Tea on East B”)  12 noon to 1:30 pm: “Art on the Spot”: Calling all painters, drawers, and sketchers! Bring your own materials and  create art in the Garden.   2-4 pm: Poetry Reading and Open Mic: David Elsasser, Poetry Chair, West Side Arts Coalition. Hear two featured poets, then sign up to read your own poetry for 5 minutes. 
   Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sun, Sep 20
10:00 am
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Festivals, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Arts & Crafts Festival in the Garden

Festival | Day of Performing & Visual Arts Kicking Off Climate Week NYC


This festival brings artists of all mediums together to creatively reflect on climate change and the environment while envisioning future paths forward. A day full of eco-inspired performances, visual art, and participatory activities.
   Governor's Island, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sun, Sep 20
11:00 am
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Festivals, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Day of Performing & Visual Arts Kicking Off Climate Week NYC

Parade | Mexican Heritage Parade & Celebration: Music, Dance, Art, & More


Founded in 1994, the Mexican Day Parade NYC is an annual celebration of Mexican Independence Day, Mexican heritage, culture, music, dance, art, family, and community. Traditionally held on the third Sunday of September, the parade celebrates the contributions of New Yorkers of Mexican heritage while welcoming New Yorkers of every background to participate in a shared celebration of culture, inclusion, and civic unity.
   Rose Hill, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sun, Sep 20
12:00 pm
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Parades, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Mexican Heritage Parade & Celebration: Music, Dance, Art, & More

Festival | Hispanic Heritage Celebration 


This event celebrates the culture and artistic expression of  Latin American communities through music, performance, storytelling, and community. Curated by Charlotte Small and Amber Diaz, the program highlights the richness and global influence of Hispanic and Latin American culture, showcasing diverse talent.
   Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Fri, Sep 25
7:30 pm
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Festivals, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, Hispanic Heritage Celebration&nbsp;

Festival | Cheering on the New York Harbor for Climate Week (Marching Bands, Cheerleaders, Art-Making, Talks, & More)


Hundreds of New Yorkers gather for Homecoming: For the Harbor to cheer for the New York Harbor!  Together with artists, musicians, and partner organizations, attendees wrap up Climate Week NYC 2026 with the full spirit of a Pep Rally—marching bands, cheerleaders, and art-making workshops, plus climate scientists and environmental advocates! This event invites everyone to combine climate action with pom-poms—proof that hope is overflowing and the water that connects our cities, our communities, deserves a cheering section!  
   Governor's Island, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 26
10:00 am
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Festivals, September 26, 2026, 09/26/2026, Cheering on the New York Harbor for Climate Week (Marching Bands, Cheerleaders, Art-Making, Talks, & More)

Festival | Learn about Ecological, Economic, & Cultural Importance of Hudson Canyon


The Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium leads a family-friendly STEM festival! Learn about the ecological, economic, and cultural importance of Hudson Canyon and its connection to New York Harbor and communities across New York and New Jersey.
   Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 26
11:00 am
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Festivals, September 26, 2026, 09/26/2026, Learn about Ecological, Economic, & Cultural Importance of Hudson Canyon

Festival | Afternoon Celebration in the Park (Live Music & Activities)


Enjoy activities led by local groups and organizations, including crafts, face painting, and fun for all ages, plus performances from the Great American Songbook by the Tin Pan Alley American Popular Music Project!
   Chelsea, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Sep 26
12:00 pm
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Festivals, September 26, 2026, 09/26/2026, Afternoon Celebration in the Park (Live Music & Activities)

Fair | Street Fair Celebrating Social Justice (Dance, Food, Activities, & More)


A daylong event including performance, international food, ethical vendors, children’s activities, and more. Eco-Artist-in-Residency, Jody Sperling, and her Time Lapse Dance ensemble will present a short, visually-stunning program starting at 1:30pm. Enjoy works that illuminate the body’s connection to the urban wilderness while providing creative and ethical sustenance for the soul. All ages welcome!
   Lincoln Square (once San Juan Hill), Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sun, Sep 27
1:30 pm
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Fairs, September 27, 2026, 09/27/2026, Street Fair Celebrating Social Justice (Dance, Food, Activities, & More)

Festival | Contemporary Portuguese Arts Fest: Film Screening, Dance Performances, & Live Music


A taste of Portugal's engaging cultural offerings. Enjoy a dance-on-film screening of Umbral, presented by Companhia de Dança Arte Total and choreographed by Francisco Camacho and André C. Macedo. Contemporary dance performances by Companhia Portuguesa de Bailado Contemporâneo, including Eurídice e o Instante and Triad follow, offering a glimpse into the evolving language of Portuguese dance. The night ends with a performance by Noiserv, the long-standing project of Lisbon-based multi-instrumentalist David Santos, often called a "one-man orchestra" for his self-contained compositional approach. This diverse program has something for everyone. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
   Lincoln Square (once San Juan Hill), Manhattan, New York, NY
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Fri, Oct 2
5:00 pm
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Festivals, October 02, 2026, 10/02/2026, Contemporary Portuguese Arts Fest: Film Screening, Dance Performances, & Live Music

Festival | Contemporary Portuguese Arts Fest: Portuguese Cinema, Talks, & Live Music


A taste of Portugal's engaging cultural offerings. Kick off the day with Portuguese cinema at an animated short film festival for audiences of all ages. Continue into the evening with a conversation featuring Luso American writer Katherine Vaz as she discusses her work and Portuguese heritage. Cap off the day with performances by Expresso Transatlântico, whose genre-defying sound blends Portuguese tradition with global rhythms and contemporary experimentation, followed by internationally acclaimed art-pop and rock band The Gift, whose dynamic live performances have captivated audiences around the world. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
   Lincoln Square (once San Juan Hill), Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Oct 3
12:00 pm
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Festivals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Contemporary Portuguese Arts Fest:&nbsp;Portuguese Cinema, Talks, & Live Music

Festival | Explore Manhattan's Only Lighthouse


Celebrate Manhattan's only remaining lighthouse (which is over 140 years old!) with readings of the eponymous children's book, live music, and activities for all ages! The Little Red Lighthouse is beloved by New Yorkers and visitors alike. As in years past, tours will be first come, first served. To safely and comfortably accommodate visitors, organizers have reduced the total number of visitors they can accommodate. It's recommended that visitors looking to tour the lighthouse earlier in the day arrive before noon.
   Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Oct 3
12:00 pm
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Festivals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Explore Manhattan's Only Lighthouse

Festival | Dia de Los Muertos Park Celebration (Poetry, Music, Food, & More)


Celebrate the Day of the Dead with a charcuterie spread, arts & crafts with Olga Ayala, and music by The Marilyn Castillo Trio, followed by a poetry open mic hosted by Caridad De La Luz, “La Bruja.”
   Battery Park City, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Oct 10
3:00 pm
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Festivals, October 10, 2026, 10/10/2026, Dia de Los Muertos Park Celebration (Poetry, Music, Food, & More)

Festival | Hudson Estuary Celebration: Get Up Close to Local Marine Life (Live Music, Games, Fishing, & More)


Experienced anglers lead a catch-and-release fishing and learn about life in the Hudson River. Get up close to marine life in the Oyster Research Station, make music, and join fun fishy-themed games, while learning all about our harbor from visiting environmental education and conservation groups
   Battery Park City, Manhattan, New York, NY
Sat, Oct 17
10:30 am
free, no reservation required
Festivals, October 17, 2026, 10/17/2026, Hudson Estuary Celebration: Get Up Close to Local Marine Life (Live Music, Games, Fishing, & More)

Festival | Harvest Festival on the Water: Live Music, Games, & More


A day of autumnal fun for the whole family. This family-friendly celebration offers live music, arts and crafts, storytelling, lawn games, face-painting, educational activities and more.
   Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, New York, NY
Sat, Oct 17
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
Festivals, October 17, 2026, 10/17/2026, Harvest Festival on the Water: Live Music, Games, & More

Festival | Indigenous Peoples' Week Celebration: Panels, Open Mic, Workshops, & More


Cel­e­brate the inter­sec­tion of cli­mate and racial jus­tice. Pan­els, prizes, exhi­bi­tions, and work­shops. Line­up includes: Food as Healing Workshop by Love Intersections Cook­out: Bar­beque is an Amerindi­an Word (Open Mic + Potluck)
   Governor's Island, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Oct 17
11:00 am
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Festivals, October 17, 2026, 10/17/2026, Indigenous Peoples' Week Celebration: Panels, Open Mic, Workshops, & More

Festival | Harvest Fest for the Whole Family + Dog Costume Event: Pumpkin Patch, Music, Crafts, & More


Plenty of exciting fall activities for the whole family. Visit the pumpkin patch. Pick your own pumpkin and decorate it. While supplies last. Enjoy arts and crafts, tattoos, and take a stroll through the Spooky Trail. Don't miss a family concert in the playground with Patrick and the Rock-a-Silly Band. On the other side of the park, the HOWL Conservancy will be hosting its annual dog costume event. Over 200 creatively costumed pups strut their stuff before a blue-chip fashion industry coven of judges!
   Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York, NY
Sun, Oct 18
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Festivals, October 18, 2026, 10/18/2026, Harvest Fest for the Whole Family + Dog Costume Event: Pumpkin Patch, Music, Crafts, & More

Festival | Live Music in the Garden


Celebrate 45 years of this garden! Enjoy an afternoon of live music and community amid the beauty of the garden.
   Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sun, Oct 18
1:00 pm
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Festivals, October 18, 2026, 10/18/2026, Live Music in the Garden

Festival | Autumn Pumpkin Festival: Costumes, Pumpkins, Food, & More


Visitors are invited to pick out their own pumpkins. Costumes are highly encouraged, with trick-or-treating at the park's historic houses. Food vendors will be on-site with fall-themed food and drink available for purchase; vendors to be announced. Please limit pumpkins to one per person per household, and plan to bring your own tote bag/reusable bag to hold your pumpkins.
   Governor's Island, Manhattan, New York, NY
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Sat, Oct 24
10:00 am
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Festivals, October 24, 2026, 10/24/2026, Autumn Pumpkin Festival: Costumes, Pumpkins, Food, & More

Festival | Spooky Campfire Songs & Stories (Music, Lawn Games, & More)


Cozy up to a campfire for stories and songs with family and friends featuring a live performance, nature activity, art projects, lawn games, and so much more!
   Financial District, Manhattan, New York, NY
Sat, Oct 24
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Festivals, October 24, 2026, 10/24/2026, Spooky Campfire Songs & Stories (Music, Lawn Games, & More)

Festival | Autumn Pumpkin Festival: Costumes, Pumpkins, Food, & More


Visitors are invited to pick out their own pumpkins. Costumes are highly encouraged, with trick-or-treating at the park's historic houses. Food vendors will be on-site with fall-themed food and drink available for purchase; vendors to be announced. Please limit pumpkins to one per person per household, and plan to bring your own tote bag/reusable bag to hold your pumpkins.
   Governor's Island, Manhattan, New York, NY
Sun, Oct 25
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
Festivals, October 25, 2026, 10/25/2026, Autumn Pumpkin Festival: Costumes, Pumpkins, Food, & More

Parade | Family Halloween Parade in the Park


The annual Hippo Playground Halloween Parade invites costumed kids to gather and parade. Put on your favorite costume and enjoy the fun!
   Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York, NY
Sat, Oct 31
3:30 pm
free, no reservation required
Parades, October 31, 2026, 10/31/2026, Family Halloween Parade in the Park
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