Art

Sunday, June 28, 2026

Jun28

NY Classical: "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar"

at E. 87th Street Entrance (in Carl Schurz Park), Manhattan 

7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Join New York Classical Theatre in Carl Schurz Park this summer for a special “Take a Seat” week of "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar" - totally FREE!
Free!

Monday, June 29, 2026

Jun29

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jun29

Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.

at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Jun29

Origami Class in Greeley Square Park

at Greeley Square Park, Manhattan

1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn the art of creative paper folding in the Japanese tradition.
Free!

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Jun30

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jun30

Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.

at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!

Jun30

Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Out of the Box Biodiversity: Student Art

at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island

11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us for Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink Donna Napoli-Steele Presents Youth Art Featuring Pieces Completed by her Students Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jun30

Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community

at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island

11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage.
Free!

Jun30

NY Classical: "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar"

at Castle Clinton (in The Battery), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Join New York Classical Theatre in The Battery this summer for a free, immersive production of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar.
Free!

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Jul 1

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jul 1

NY Classical: "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar"

at Castle Clinton (in The Battery), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Join New York Classical Theatre in The Battery this summer for a free, immersive production of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar.
Free!

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Jul 2

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jul 2

Public Gallery Tour

at Wave Hill, Bronx 

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get a in-depth look at artworks on view in galleries of Wave Hill, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden. 

Jul 2

NY Classical: "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar"

at Castle Clinton (in The Battery), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Join New York Classical Theatre in The Battery this summer for a free, immersive production of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar.
Free!

Friday, July 3, 2026

Jul 3

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jul 3

Kids in Motion: Tie Dye

at Katzman Playground (in Yellowstone Park), Queens 

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join our Kids in Motion staff for a fun session of tie dye.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul 3

NY Classical: "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar"

at Castle Clinton (in The Battery), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Join New York Classical Theatre in The Battery this summer for a free, immersive production of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar.
Free!

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Jul 4

Public Gallery Tour

at Wave Hill, Bronx 

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get a in-depth look at artworks on view in galleries of Wave Hill, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden. 

Jul 4

NY Classical: "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar"

at Castle Clinton (in The Battery), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Join New York Classical Theatre in The Battery this summer for a free, immersive production of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar.
Free!

Sunday, July 5, 2026

Jul 5

NY Classical: "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar"

at Castle Clinton (in The Battery), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–8:45 p.m.
Join New York Classical Theatre in The Battery this summer for a free, immersive production of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar.
Free!

Monday, July 6, 2026

Jul 6

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Jul 7

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Jul 8

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jul 8

Sunset Wednesdays 2026

at Wave Hill, Bronx 

7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Jul 9

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jul 9

Public Gallery Tour

at Wave Hill, Bronx 

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get a in-depth look at artworks on view in galleries of Wave Hill, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden. 

Friday, July 10, 2026

Jul10

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Saturday, July 11, 2026

Jul11

Kids in Motion: Tie Dye

at Playground (in Elmhurst Park), Queens

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join our Kids in Motion staff for a fun session of tie dye.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul11

Seed Between the Lines

at Oasis Community Garden, Manhattan 

1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Six locally-grown writers read their work of prose and poetry at Oasis Community Garden.
Free!

Jul11

Public Gallery Tour

at Wave Hill, Bronx 

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get a in-depth look at artworks on view in galleries of Wave Hill, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden. 

Monday, July 13, 2026

Jul13

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Jul14

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Jul15

40 in Focus: SummerStage through the Lens of Photographer Jack Vartoogian

at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
From 1987 to 2019, celebrated NYC photographer Jack Vartoogian captured hundreds of SummerStage performances across Manhattan parks, from Central Park to Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park.
Free!

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Al Quinones Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at Play Area (in Al Quiñones Playground), Bronx

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Ben Abrams Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at Ben Abrams Playground (in Bronx Park), Bronx

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Flynn Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at Play Area (in Flynn Playground), Bronx

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Hunts Point Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at Basketball Court (in Hunts Point Playground), Bronx 

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Loreto Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at Loreto Playground, Bronx 

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Metcalf Playgound (Kids Paint Party)

at Metcalf Playground (in Soundview Park), Bronx

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Spuyten Duyvil Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at Play Area (in Spuyten Duyvil Playground), Bronx

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: St. James Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at St. James Park Playground (in St. James Park), Bronx

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: St. Mary's Playground West (Kids Paint Party)

at Playground West - Play Area (in St. Mary's Park), Bronx

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Williamsbridge Oval Playground West (Kids Paint Party)

at Playground South (in Williamsbridge Oval), Bronx 

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Kids in Motion: Willis Playground (Kids Paint Party)

at Play Area (in Willis Playground), Bronx 

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jul15

Sunset Wednesdays 2026

at Wave Hill, Bronx 

7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn.