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Street fairs, festivals and parades in New York City.
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3 festivals/fairs in New York City (NYC) Wed, 03/11/2026 - 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.

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Festival | Irish-American Heritage Month Cultural Performances (Live Music & More)

Celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month with a night full of beautiful performances. Irish-American Heritage Month was designated in 1991 to recognize the rich history and cultural impact the Irish brought to America through their deep devotion to the arts. Tonight, we celebrate these contributions with multiple mediums and performers—the great Irish-born chanteuse Mary Deady, who has appeared with us before, and her talented musical director, Jeff Cubeta, presents a medley of poignant Irish and American songs, while the program also features a scene reading from Brian Friel's Philadelphia, Here I Come.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Mon, Mar 23
6:30 pm
Free

Festivals, March 23, 2026, 03/23/2026, Irish-American Heritage Month Cultural Performances (Live Music & More)

Festival | Annual Gathering of Holocaust Remembrance (In Person AND Online!)

Join thousands of New Yorkers for the Annual Gathering of Remembrance, delivered by a city home to one of the world's largest communities of Holocaust survivors. This annual tribute holds power that echoes across generations. Observe Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) with a program featuring music, remarks from survivors and descendants, and a solemn candle-lighting ceremony. Come, collectively vow never to forget.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Sun, Apr 12
1:30 pm
Free

Festivals, April 12, 2026, 04/12/2026, Annual Gathering of Holocaust Remembrance (In Person AND Online!)

Festival | Park-Wide Earth Day Art Showcase

Enjoy a park-wide exhibition that highlights the rich ecology of the park and showcases the Conservancy’s work to strengthen and sustain the park for the future. The Showcase is organized around seven topical stations with information, images, and QR codes providing access to varied supplementary resources.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Sun, Apr 26
1:00 pm
Free