Best Festivals in New York
People in New York choose to arrange the grandest festivals instead of a
good night's sleep! As soon as seasons like summer or spring knock on the
doors of the Big Apple, festivals crawl out of the cocoons and spread their
wings around the city. New York loves to celebrate, and its unique and
oldest festivals are a live example. Music festivals in New York are spread
out, and food festivals are as tight as a hug! From theatre and cinema to
music and food contests, this city is never too tired to throw the best days
of your life.
1) SummerStage
Summer is very kind to New Yorkers as it brings the best music concerts and
festivals for the folks! Just like every year,
SummerStage
will bring dozens of free and ticketed live music performances and concerts
throughout the summer. Although it is spread across the city, its home base
is in Central Park. There’s no limit to genres, and not only renowned
artists but also up-and-coming artists set the stage on fire!
2) Tribeca Film Festival
Since 2001, the
Tribeca Film Festival
has been a haven for new and groundbreaking storytelling for established and
emerging artists. It is an amazing festival to showcase innovation and
creativity across not just film but TV, immersive games, audio,
storytelling, talks, and many more forms of expression! Find what you are
passionate about and appreciate all forms of expression.
3) Celebrate Brooklyn!
New York hosts the best free events, and one of them is
Celebrate Brooklyn!
(yes, with an exclamation). One of the longest-running summer outdoor events
shows the beauty of performing arts festivals. You have got it all: top
musicians, dance, movies, and laughter are just complimentary with all! The
spirit of Brooklyn comes alive and bridges genres and generations, as well
as neighbors and neighborhoods.
4) Shakespeare in the Dark
The art of theatre cannot be witnessed anywhere except at Public Theatre’s
Shakespeare in the Dark
every summer in New York City! Renowned and experienced actors like Meryl
Streep and Denzel Washington have starred in these plays; surely, there is
always a rush to get these free tickets! More than 5 million theater fans
have entered through the doors for 60 years, and more to come in the
upcoming years!
5) Nathan’s Famous Hotdog Eating Contest
The iconic contest of who’s the fastest while devouring their favorite food
is here, at an Old Town Entertainment District for the first qualifying
event. Yes, it’s
Nathan’s
Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest
. More than 35,000 fans are expected to gather on the corner of Surf and
Stillwell Avenues to cheer the participants to be the hot dog king! You can
scream and encourage from your homes as millions watch the contest on
television!