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38 festivals/fairs in New York City (NYC) Tue, 07/01/2025 - 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.Fair | 4th of July Celebration
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Jul 4
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | East Village Street Fair
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 5
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | Big Umbrella Arts & Culture Festival
The Big Umbrella Festival centers audiences by sharing unique approaches to multi-sensory, interactive, and engaging artistic experiences, designed with and for neurodiverse audiences. This summer, the celebrated festival returns as a day-long campus takeover full of relaxed spaces with multi-sensory experiences, performances, installations, and workshops specifically welcoming neurodivergent audiences and their families.Attendees have the ability to drop-in throughout the day, experiencing as much or as little as they'd like. You're invited to a full-day of artistic programs for Big Umbrella Day. Please explore the schedule and attend as many experiences as you'd like. Each event is General Admission--first-come, first-served. 10:30 am-7:00 pm: Make the Welcome Center your first stop of the day, and pick up your campus map and visual schedule. A team member will be available for questions and guidance. 11:00 am-5:30 pm (every half hour): Participate in an engaging movement workshop, designed for all ages and abilities. 11:00 am-6:00 pm: Create your own artwork at one of the visual art stations, guided by teaching artists. The visual art stations will be accessible to all ages and abilities and will be available throughout the day. 11:30 am-12:10 pm, 1:00 pm-1:40 pm, 2:30 pm-3:10 pm, 4:00 pm-4:40 pm: All Smiles: This delightful show explores how all smiles are unique. 12:00 pm-1:00 pm: The Latin Grammy-nominated songstress Sonia De Los Santos shares stories of her joyful childhood in Mexico with music inspired by the rich diversity of NYC and beyond. Her wholehearted bilingual performance promotes hope, peace, and connection and inspires children to follow their dreams. 6:00 pm-7:30 pm: Access Silent Disco With Nico DiMarco: Hit The Dance Floor for an accessible Silent Disco with Nico DiMarco, a third generation Deaf person who relies on feeling the beat of the music to DJ.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 5
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Fair | Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 6
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 6
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | American Modern Opera Company: Opera, Dance, and Music in Immersive Landscape
The American Modern Opera Company (AMOC*) embarks on its most significant artistic endeavor to date--the Run AMOC* Festival--with a bold slate of opera, dance, and music, creating an immersive landscape of art that redefines the festival experience. Enjoy the New York premiere of Dance in the Park, a tender, joyful, and fiercely experimental performance featuring dancers Julia Eichten and Bret Easterling. With music by Strauss and Juniper, this piece embraces phases, geographies, and dreams--glitching between dimensions to celebrate the evolution of movement.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Wed, Jul 9
6:00 pm
Free
6:00 pm
Free
Festival | American Modern Opera Company: Opera, Dance, and Music in Immersive Landscape
The American Modern Opera Company (AMOC*) embarks on its most significant artistic endeavor to date--the Run AMOC* Festival--with a bold slate of opera, dance, and music, creating an immersive landscape of art that redefines the festival experience. Enjoy the New York premiere of Dance in the Park, a tender, joyful, and fiercely experimental performance featuring dancers Julia Eichten and Bret Easterling. With music by Strauss and Juniper, this piece embraces phases, geographies, and dreams--glitching between dimensions to celebrate the evolution of movement.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Wed, Jul 9
7:00 pm
Free
7:00 pm
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 10
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Food Festival
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods and local food vendors. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 10
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | American Modern Opera Company: Opera, Dance, and Music in Immersive Landscape
The American Modern Opera Company (AMOC*) embarks on its most significant artistic endeavor to date--the Run AMOC* Festival--with a bold slate of opera, dance, and music, creating an immersive landscape of art that redefines the festival experience. Enjoy the New York premiere of Dance in the Park, a tender, joyful, and fiercely experimental performance featuring dancers Julia Eichten and Bret Easterling. With music by Strauss and Juniper, this piece embraces phases, geographies, and dreams--glitching between dimensions to celebrate the evolution of movement.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 10
6:00 pm
Free
6:00 pm
Free
Festival | American Modern Opera Company: Opera, Dance, and Music in Immersive Landscape
The American Modern Opera Company (AMOC*) embarks on its most significant artistic endeavor to date--the Run AMOC* Festival--with a bold slate of opera, dance, and music, creating an immersive landscape of art that redefines the festival experience. Enjoy the New York premiere of Dance in the Park, a tender, joyful, and fiercely experimental performance featuring dancers Julia Eichten and Bret Easterling. With music by Strauss and Juniper, this piece embraces phases, geographies, and dreams--glitching between dimensions to celebrate the evolution of movement.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 10
7:00 pm
Free
7:00 pm
Free
Festival | Full Moon Celebration: Meditation, Movement & Healing
Celebrate the radiant energy of the full moon at this outdoor celebration. Begin the evening with guided meditation under the moonlight, then reconnect with yourself and the earth through sound and movement in a moon circle. Experience healing, release, and renewal in this immersive journey toward higher consciousness
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 10
8:00 pm
Free
8:00 pm
Free
Fair | A New Way to Collect: Art Fair
Experience a new way of collecting at this Art Fair, July 11–12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This ticketed event offers timed-entry access to a curated selection of artworks available through an innovative store-to-own model—no upfront cost, no bidding, no gatekeeping. This project, created by artists, invites you to take art home. It has a five-year vesting period and artist royalties built into every agreement. Tickets are limited, and registration closes July 1 at 5 p.m.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Jul 11
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Festival | A Day of Outdoor Math Fun
Add a little math to your summer at the Ninth Annual Math Festival! Enjoy a full day of hands-on exhibits, interactive games, large-scale constructions, and mind-bending puzzles--perfect for curious minds of all ages. This family-friendly event will happen rain or shine!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 12
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | Family Day: Free Arts Celebration for All Ages
Bring the whole family for a lively day of creativity and connection at this free event, which includes performances, workshops, creation stations, dance battles, live music, and more. Designed for all ages, Family Day celebrates the stories, voices, and cultures of New York City through hands-on fun and joyful discovery. RSVP by July 12 for a chance to win a $200 gift certificate!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 12
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 12
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair - Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 12
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | Celebrate City of Water Day
Organized by the Waterfront Alliance, City of Water Day is a harbor-wide celebration to get people to, on, and in the water. Celebrate this year’s theme–Unity in the Face of Climate Change – and learn about environmental stewardship and take part in an art project.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 12
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Festival | Community Festival Featuring Goat Herd
This event is a celebration welcoming back a herd of goats to the park at this festival! Enjoy live music, refreshments and treats from local vendors, explore new merchandise, engage in educational activities for all ages, and meet the goats! Rain Date July 19th.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 12
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 13
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair - Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 13
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 19
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | The Summer Outdoor Market Returns
Shop over 40 rotating vendors at this open-air market celebrating NYC's independent makers and artists. Discover handcrafted jewelry, home goods, apparel, art, artisanal foods, and more. Enjoy cocktails, lawn games, and a lively summer atmosphere--perfect for a weekend day trip.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 19
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Fair | Chinese Culture and Food Festival
This event features experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs showcasing the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from China. It is a cultural platform that connects people in New York to Chinese restaurants, food vendors, artists, and local communities. This is a panda-themed Day!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 20
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 20
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Outdoor Market Returns to This Small Island
Shop over 40 rotating vendors at this open-air market celebrating NYC's independent makers and artists. Discover handcrafted jewelry, home goods, apparel, art, artisanal foods, and more. Enjoy cocktails, lawn games, and a lively summer atmosphere--perfect for a weekend day trip.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 20
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Fair | Block Party
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant block party!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 24
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Summer Night Market With 35+ Local Food Vendors
Celebrate summer with these bold bites and vibrant flavors at this lively night market! Featuring over 35 rotating local food vendors, the market presents a delicious mix of cuisines and festive energy perfect for warm evenings.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 24
12:00 pm
Free
12:00 pm
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 26
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair - Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 26
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | Shanghai Day: Celebration of Chinese Culture with Music Carnival, Jazz Concert, Musical Theater, & More
This cultural center spotlights the rich creative history of one of the most populous cities in China with a campus-spanning Shanghai Day! The dynamic and complex culture of the East will be reflected with a genre-spanning celebration featuring an impressive selection of all-ages events, including a high-energy music carnival with street dancing, a sizzling jazz concert featuring virtuoso trumpeter Li Xiaochuan, and a silent disco party with DJs. Audiences can also enjoy a musical theater show that explores the faces of the Chinese zodiac, and a participatory crafts market. The phenomenally popular F2P fantasy Arknights comes to life with a concert in the park, illustrated by animations from the game's deep lore. Add in a rare full-length screening of the classic cartoon Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven and you've got the makings of an unforgettable day! Complete schedule and guest lineup to be announced shortly. Schedule TBA There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Jul 26
4:00 pm
Free
4:00 pm
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Jul 27
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair - Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 31
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Summer Night Market With 35+ Local Food Vendors
Celebrate summer with these bold bites and vibrant flavors at this lively night market! Featuring over 35 rotating local food vendors, the market presents a delicious mix of cuisines and festive energy perfect for warm evenings.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Jul 31
12:00 pm
Free
12:00 pm
Free
Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Upper Manhattan
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Aug 3
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Fair | Summer Night Market With 35+ Local Food Vendors
Celebrate summer with these bold bites and vibrant flavors at this lively night market! Featuring over 35 rotating local food vendors, the market presents a delicious mix of cuisines and festive energy perfect for warm evenings.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Aug 7
12:00 pm
Free
12:00 pm
Free
Fair | Outdoor Market Returns to This Small Island
Shop over 40 rotating vendors at this open-air market celebrating NYC's independent makers and artists. Discover handcrafted jewelry, home goods, apparel, art, artisanal foods, and more. Enjoy cocktails, lawn games, and a lively summer atmosphere--perfect for a weekend day trip.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Aug 16
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Fair | Outdoor Market Returns to This Small Island
Shop over 40 rotating vendors at this open-air market celebrating NYC's independent makers and artists. Discover handcrafted jewelry, home goods, apparel, art, artisanal foods, and more. Enjoy cocktails, lawn games, and a lively summer atmosphere--perfect for a weekend day trip.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Aug 17
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
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