Festivals

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New York City is filled with celebrations of all types. From Coney Island's Mermaid Parade to the Dance Parade, and beyond, parades and festivals large and small bring joy to people of all ages and interests.

Festivals Events

Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Apr 1

CANCELLED - A Taste of 5th

at Grand Prospect Hall, Brooklyn

6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
A Taste of Fifth is back and better than ever! Buying a ticket not only allows you to sample all the savory offerings from over 40 local restaurants and bars (unlimited alcohol), but…

Saturday, April 4, 2020

Apr 4

CANCELLED: Opening Day Parade + Ceremony

at Prospect Park Bandshell (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn

10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Over 1,000 youth league players will parade down 7th Avenue in Park Slope, led by local marching bands and civic leaders, to the Prospect Park Bandshell, where ceremonial first pitches will be thrown to start the season.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Apr 4

CANCELLED: Easter Festival

at Juniper Boulevard South and 80th Street (in Juniper Valley Park), Queens

11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, games, inflatables, cotton candy, popcorn, music, egg hunt, and a nature educator.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Saturday, April 18, 2020

Apr18

CANCELLED: Easter and Springtime Festival

at Highbridge Recreation Center (in Highbridge Park), Manhattan

12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us for an Easter and Spring Festival at Highbridge Park and Recreation Center! Stop by and say hello to our Easter Bunny and participate in an egg hunt, arts and crafts, face…
Free!