AIDS Walk NY
The walk is 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) and takes roughly 2-3 hours to complete. Has raised over $90 million dollars since the first walk in 1986. |
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Belmont Stakes
The final and most demanding leg of the Triple Crown. Because of its distance and status as the race that can make or break a Triple Crown champion, it has been the venue for some of the most famous moments in American racing. |
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Blues BBQ
Enjoy music, amazing local BBQ restaurants selling their specialties, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. |
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Central Park SummerStage
See performances of outstanding artistic quality, free of charge. The artists represent a breadth of genres and cultures and perform in an outdoor setting accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. |
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Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
Presented by City Parks Foundation, the free festival celebrates Parker, his musical legacy, and the neighborhoods of Harlem and the Lower East Side where Parker himself lived and worked. |
Marcus Garvey Park
Tompkins Square Park New York, NY |
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Coney Island Mermaid Parade
Celebrates the sand, the sea, the salt air and the beginning of summer, as well as the history and mythology of Coney Island, Coney Island pride, and artistic self-expression. |
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Dominican Day Parade
The Dominican community is a dynamic and vital force that adds greatly to the cultural, social and economic growth and diversity of New York City. Dominicans are the second largest Hispanic group in the New York City Metropolitan area.
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Fleet Week
The week features extensive military demonstrations, as well as the opportunity for the public to tour some of the visiting ships. Includes a series of events and opportunities to meet Sailors and Marines. |
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HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival
WHAT TO BRING: Blankets, snacks, beverages, warm clothing, reading material, laptops (the park is a WiFi hot spot).
WHAT NOT TO BRING: Plastic tarps, chairs, and tables are not permitted on the lawn. |
Pétanque Court
Bryant Park near 6th Avenue and 41st Street New York, NY 10036 P: 212.512.5700 |
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India Independence Day Parade
FTA has blossomed into a commendable organization that has become an effective mouthpiece and mobilizer for the community. |
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Kiss In
On the anniversary of the end of World War II, the Times Square Alliance invited couples from all generations and of all types to celebrate again in Times Square, in honor of the US Armed Forces and in celebration of the universal ideals of peace, love and hope. |
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Macys 4th of July Fireworks
Four barges stationed between 23rd and 42nd Streets in the East River set off 20,000 aerial shells and special effects. There are electric set pieces on the barges, and the NYFD gets in on the act with fire boats shooting red, clear, and blue water. |
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Mostly Mozart Festival
Focus on classical musical, mostly Mozart, but throwing in others such as Beethoven as well. |
Lincoln Center
W 62nd & 65th Streets and Columbus & Amsterdam New York, NY P: 212.875.5456 (Mon– |
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Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest
The event is held on July 4, and is regarded as the world's most famous hot dog eating contest and a colorful tradition of Independence Day in the United States. |
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New York Dance Parade
Celebrating everything from Break dance to Ballet with Burning Man Spirit and Love Parade Energy. Starts at 32nd Street, heads down Broadway to Union Square, swings West to Fifth Avenue and through Washington Square's memorial Arch. |
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New York International Latino Film Festival
Our mission is to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino film making talent in the U.S. and Latin America, offer expansive images of the Latino experience, and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. |
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NY Philharmonic in the Park
Coming to a park near you. Music under the stars, family and friends, and a fireworks finale make for a perfect summer evening. Admission is FREE and no ticket is required. |
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NYC downtown boathouse kayaking
You can take one of our kayaks out for a short 20-minute paddle inside the protected embayment in front of the boathouse. We give you a life jacket, a kayak, a paddle, and some tips on paddling. |
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Puerto Rican Day Parade
The Parade is attended by an average of more than 2 million people along its route making it one of the largest outdoor events in the United States. |
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Restaurant Week
A great opportunity to try out a restaurant that may usually be out of your budget. More than 170 of the city's best restaurants dish out affordable three-course lunches for $24.07 and some even have dinners for just $35. |
Participating Restaurants
New York, NY |
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River to River Festival
Takes place each summer from June through September, in a variety of public venues that canvas all of Downtown to support its economic and social health, and to generate new audiences for the arts of the city. Free admission. |
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Shakespeare in the Park
Performances are offered free of charge and are seen by approximately 80,000 New Yorkers and visitors each summer. Many of today’s most acclaimed actors have begun their careers or returned to perform in Shakespeare in the Park. |
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Siren Music Festival
This free festival is an alternative-minded music event that showcases renowned and emerging bands on two outdoor stages. |
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Spiegelworld
With breathtaking views of the city, sit back with a cocktail at sunset in our Green Fairy Garden, snuggle up in a booth at The Green Room Restaurant, and after the show, dance under the stars with our eclectic DJ sessions, every Tuesday to Sunday night. |
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Adrian S.: make a difference
Alaina F.: a good cause
Alisha P.: Help make money
Alissa G.: Money for research
Andre S.: help each other
Andrew B.: Worldwide disease
Camille M.: Spread awareness
Costa K.: Aids 2007
Cruz R.: Get medication
Crystal C.: Important cause
Dennis E.: Educate people
Donald D.: Support everybody
Efrain E.: Walk with us, big apple
Emma L. & Stefanie M.: memorable day
Fasmasa J.: It helps people
Iris N.: $10 contribution
Julises I.: Awareness
Kyla K.: Affecting people
Latoya J. and Kiana C.: very successful
Leanna U.: amazing walk
Linda S.: I wanted to help
Maggie W.: more funding
Margie C.: Horrible disease
Marlon A.: For the children, central park
Marvin C.: fight continues
Mathew H.: Help fight aids
Michael J.: explosive energy
Micheal B.: Great cause
Michelle C.: Bring awareness
Nicole B.: Raise money
Nicole D.: a good walk
Rachel T.: Lost a loved one
Rob S.: No more walks
Ruben G.: Affected
Sabrina M.: Good cause
Sanaida G.: Lets make a fist
Sharyn G.: happy to be here
Tammy T.: I do all walks
Tony B.: People are dying
Wylecia W.: enlightening
Yahuda M.: Contribute
Yesenia R.: Walk is worth it