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26 festivals/fairs in New York City (NYC) Fri, 09/18/2026 - and on...
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 | 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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Sep 18
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 19
10:00 am
free, registration encouraged
10:00 am
free, registration encouraged
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
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 19
11:00 am
free, RSVP required
11:00 am
free, RSVP required
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).
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 19
12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 19
12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Festival | Celebrate Pollinators: Monarchs, Bees & More
Enjoy nature walks, butterfly-themed crafts, hands-on activities about monarch migration, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 19
12:30 pm
free, no reservation required
12:30 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 19
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 19
8:00 pm
free, no reservation required
8:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Sep 20
11:00 am
free, tickets required
11:00 am
free, tickets required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Sep 25
7:30 pm
free, registration required
7:30 pm
free, registration required
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!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 26
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 26
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
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!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Sep 26
12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Oct 2
5:00 pm
free, fast-track available
5:00 pm
free, fast-track available
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 3
12:00 pm
free, fast-track available
12:00 pm
free, fast-track available
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 3
12:00 pm
free, tickets required
12:00 pm
free, tickets required
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.”
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 10
3:00 pm
free, no reservation required
3:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 17
10:30 am
free, no reservation required
10:30 am
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 17
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
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)
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 17
11:00 am
free, donations welcome,...
11:00 am
free, donations welcome,...
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!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Oct 18
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Oct 18
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 24
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
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!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 24
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Oct 25
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
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!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Oct 31
3:30 pm
free, no reservation required
3:30 pm
free, no reservation required
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