41 upcoming festivals events
Salon du Chocolat NYC
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 01:00
Center415
Salon du Chocolat NYC at Center415 brings top chocolatiers like Jacques Torres together for tastings, demos and chocolate-focused exhibits — a hands-on, family-friendly food festival for chocolate lovers.
Balam Pichkari 5.0-NYC'S OG Holi Cruise Party | from Pier 36 NYC
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 01:00
Pier 36 NYC
Celebrate Holi on a colorful cruise departing Pier 36 in NYC with music, dancing, and the Festival of Colors — a vibrant cultural party on deck for a lively, unforgettable experience.
RANG DE JERSEY- HOLI COLOR FEST 2026
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 01:00
Lake Chateau Banquets
Celebrate Holi with vibrant colors, Bollywood music and dancing at RANG DE JERSEY — a lively, family-friendly cultural festival at Lake Chateau Banquets in Woodbridge on March 7, 2026.
What's happening
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 12:00
Museum of the City of New York
Daylong cultural festival at the Museum of the City of New York celebrating Irish New York with music, dance, art, and family-friendly programming that showcases the city's Irish roots and contemporary culture.
Irish New York: Art, Culture, and the City
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 12:00
Museum of the City of New York
Daylong festival at the Museum of the City of New York celebrating Irish New York through art, performances, exhibitions and community activities highlighting the city’s Irish heritage and contemporary culture.
Get Tickets for "He Built This City: Joe Macken's Model"
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 12:00
Museum of the City of New York
Daylong cultural festival at the Museum of the City of New York celebrating Irish New York with performances, exhibits, and family-friendly activities highlighting the city's Irish roots and contemporary culture.
Lunar New Year Celebration at MADE Bush Terminal
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 12:30
MADE Bush Terminal
Free Lunar New Year celebration at MADE Bush Terminal hosted by the Chinese American Planning Council with RaisingHealth Partners and Chinatown Records, featuring cultural performances and family-friendly activities.
Holi Celebration at The Seaport
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 13:00
Seaport Square at Pier 17
Holi Celebration at the Seaport — an all-ages outdoor festival with colorful powder play, live music, performances and an Indian market at Seaport Square, Pier 17 in New York.
HOLI FEST 2026: RANG DE NEW YORK @230 Fifth Rooftop
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 15:00
1150 Broadway
Celebrate Holi with music, dance, drinks and colorful powder at 230 Fifth's iconic NYC rooftop on March 7 — a lively, adult-focused cultural rooftop party.
BOLLYWOOD FUNK HOLI FEST - RANG DE NEW YORK 2026 @230 FIFTH ROOFTOP BAR
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 15:00
230 Fifth Rooftop Bar
Celebrate Holi on the 230 Fifth rooftop with Bollywood music, airbrush colors (no powder), food stalls and Manhattan skyline views — indoor/outdoor party on Mar 7 from afternoon into evening, tickets start at $17.85.
The 2026 APEX Festival
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 20:00
The New School
APEX Festival at The New School brings eight capstone projects by graduating MFA Contemporary Theatre and Performance students, activating Bank Street Theater and surrounding spaces with new experimental work.
Women in Wine Festival — Presented by No Wine Left Behind
Sun, 8 Mar 2026 at 13:00
600 Washington St
Women in Wine Festival spotlights and celebrates women winemakers, producers and industry leaders with tastings, talks and networking in New York.
Parking New York Invitational Music Festival - New York
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 at 01:00
Carnegie Hall
Parking New York Invitational Music Festival at Carnegie Hall on Mar 19, 2026 presents curated live performances and concerts in New York City, offering an artsy, formal showcase for musicians and audiences.
Haza Souk Eid Edition Music, Market, Chai, & Snacks
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 at 20:00
The Sultan Room
Haza Souk Eid Edition at The Sultan Room: an evening market with SWANA vendors, music, chai, snacks and dancing to celebrate Eid — open to all; 16+ (under 16 admitted with legal guardian).
Future Stages Festival | Meshworks
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 at 20:30
Lincoln Center
Future Stages Festival: Meshworks at Juilliard/Lincoln Center on Mar 26, 2026 — an evening of experimental contemporary music and interdisciplinary performance showcasing new works and collaborations.
MoCCA Fest 2026
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 at 12:00
Metropolitan Pavilion
MoCCA Fest 2026 is Manhattan’s largest indie comics & cartoon festival at the Metropolitan Pavilion (Mar 28–29), showcasing indie creators, artist alley, exhibitors, panels and workshops; tickets listed at $23.18.
Cherry Blossoms at BBG
Wed, 1 Apr 2026 at 02:00
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Experience peak cherry blossom season at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden with iconic sakura displays and outdoor spring viewing.
Bronx Week
Fri, 1 May 2026 at 02:00
Various locations in the Bronx
Bronx Week is a borough-wide celebration of Bronx culture, business and community featuring parades, performances, food and family-friendly activities across multiple Bronx locations.
DanceAfrica
Fri, 1 May 2026 at 02:00
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)
DanceAfrica at BAM celebrates African and African-diasporic dance, music and culture with live drumming, performances, workshops and community programming.
Summer on the Hudson
Fri, 1 May 2026 at 02:00
Hudson River parks (various locations)
A summer-long series of free outdoor cultural events along the Hudson River — concerts, movies, fitness classes and family activities running May through September in NYC parks.
Village Fête 2026
Tue, 5 May 2026 at 02:00
Pioneer Works
Village Fête 2026 at Pioneer Works is a community arts-and-music festival celebrating local culture with performances, food, and family-friendly activities in Red Hook.
Pride Week/Month
Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 02:00
Various venues (New York City)
Pride Week/Month in New York City is a month-long celebration of LGBTQ+ culture, rights and community featuring parades, parties, performances, educational events and family activities; check NYC Pride for the full schedule.
Mermaid Parade
Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 02:00
Coney Island
The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is a free, colorful summer street festival celebrating costume art, floats and seaside community spirit with music, performers and parade spectacle.
River to River Festival
Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 02:00
Multiple sites in Lower Manhattan (LMCC River to River)
River to River Festival is LMCC’s multi-venue summer arts festival across Lower Manhattan featuring free public performances, installations and community programs for all ages.
Summer for the City
Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 02:00
Lincoln Center
Summer for the City at Lincoln Center is a multi-venue summer festival in New York offering a mix of free and ticketed concerts, dance, film and family programs across indoor and outdoor spaces.
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!
Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 02:00
Prospect Park Bandshell
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! is a summer-long outdoor music and arts festival in Prospect Park featuring diverse live performances and community programming from June through August.
The 13th Annual Porch Stomp!
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 02:00
Governors Island, Nolan Park, Colonel's Row, and Liggett Terrace
The 13th Annual Porch Stomp on Governors Island is a free, family-friendly outdoor music festival featuring porch-style live performances across Nolan Park, Colonel's Row, and Liggett Terrace — a summer community celebration of music and fun.
Reggae Fest Blaze
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 02:00
The Rooftop at Pier 17
Reggae Fest Blaze brings live reggae bands, DJs and Caribbean vibes to The Rooftop at Pier 17 on June 20, 2026 — a summer outdoor festival for dancing, music and food with NYC skyline views.
MoMA PS1 Warm Up
Wed, 1 Jul 2026 at 02:00
MoMA PS1
MoMA PS1 Warm Up is a summer outdoor music series at MoMA PS1 featuring DJs and live sets and runs through September.
Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest
Wed, 1 Jul 2026 at 02:00
Nathan's Famous, Coney Island
The annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island is a high-energy, patriotic competitive-eating spectacle that draws spectators and tourists each Independence Day.
15th Annual WitchsFest USA - Ye Olde Pagan Street Faire
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 at 02:00
Astor Pl, New York, NY 10003, United States
A lively pagan street faire on Astor Place celebrating witchcraft, folklore, crafts, vendors and ritual performances at the 15th Annual WitchsFest USA.
The Feast of San Gennaro
Tue, 1 Sept 2026 at 02:00
Mulberry Street (Little Italy)
The Feast of San Gennaro is an annual Little Italy street festival in NYC celebrating Italian-American culture with food vendors, live music, parades and community activities.
Atlantic Antic
Tue, 1 Sept 2026 at 02:00
Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic Antic is a large annual outdoor street festival along Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn featuring food, music, vendors and family-friendly programming, free to attend.
BAM Next Wave Festival
Tue, 1 Sept 2026 at 02:00
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)
BAM Next Wave Festival at the Brooklyn Academy of Music is a multidisciplinary contemporary performance festival (Sept/Oct through Dec/Jan) presenting experimental dance, theater, music and multimedia works from international and cutting-edge artists.
Richmond County Fair
Tue, 1 Sept 2026 at 02:00
Historic Richmond Town
Richmond County Fair at Historic Richmond Town on Sep 1, 2026 — a family-friendly community fair featuring local vendors, historical exhibits, food, and outdoor activities celebrating Staten Island culture.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 02:00
Randall's Island Park
Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Randall's Island is a public cultural celebration honoring Indigenous heritage with music, performances, food, and educational programming for families and the wider community.
Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting
Tue, 1 Dec 2026 at 01:00
Rockefeller Center
The annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting in New York City is a free, seasonal cultural ceremony with lights, performances and large crowds, usually held in late November or early December.
Times Square New Year’s Eve
Tue, 1 Dec 2026 at 01:00
Times Square
Annual New Year’s Eve street celebration in NYC’s Times Square centered on the iconic ball drop, live performances and a global countdown, drawing huge crowds of locals and tourists for an outdoor midnight spectacle.
CraicFest
Village East Cinemas
CraicFest returns for its 27th year at Village East Cinemas (Mar 5–7) with Irish film premieres, filmmaker Q&As, family-friendly screenings and festive after-parties celebrating contemporary Irish cinema.
The New Colossus Festival w/His His (CA), redeye (US), Joseon (US), Dune Blue (US), Adult Leisure (U
Nublu
Nublu hosts The New Colossus Festival, an evening of international indie/electronic acts including His His, redeye, Joseon, Dune Blue, Adult Leisure and more.
New Colossus Festival: Kickoff Party - SURMA, ELEPHANT KIND, Hause Plants, Run Remedy, The Cavs, Nory, Mad Iris, Joseon, Krooked
Pianos
New Colossus Festival kickoff party at Pianos featuring SURMA, Elephant Kind, Hause Plants and a stacked lineup for a high-energy night of indie/alternative live sets.