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You don't need to go to one of NYC's many museums or art galleries to see a masterpiece. Art exhibits are on display in public spaces throughout the city. Most of these exhibits are temporary though, so be sure to catch them while they're on display.
Art Events
Friday, July 31, 2026
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, August 1, 2026
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, August 3, 2026
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, August 4, 2026
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, August 5, 2026
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!
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, August 6, 2026
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!
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, August 7, 2026
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, August 8, 2026
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, August 10, 2026
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, August 11, 2026
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, August 12, 2026
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!
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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!
Friday, August 14, 2026
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!
Monday, August 17, 2026
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, August 18, 2026
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, August 19, 2026
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!
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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!
Friday, August 21, 2026
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!
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Summer on the Hudson: Sketch Jam
at Garden Peoples Garden (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite art supplies to this observational drawing event led by artist and illustrator Ishita Jain. Some basic supplies provided.
Free!
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Summer on the Hudson: Sketch Jam
at Sakura Park, Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite art supplies to this observational drawing event led by artist and illustrator Ishita Jain. Some basic supplies provided.
Free!
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Summer on the Hudson: Sketch Jam
at W 72nd Street and Riverside Drive (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite art supplies to this observational drawing event led by artist and illustrator Ishita Jain. Some basic supplies provided.
Free!
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