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As we highlighted last year in our first Summer in the City feature, the most scorching season of the year also brings New York City’s most exciting concerts, massive festivals, and a bevy of activities and offerings (including free ones) for both visitors and locals to enjoy. With offerings for every mood and an option for every budget, we’ve compiled Summer in the City: Version 2.0 highlighting 2018’s biggest and best events for the summer. So prepare for your perfect summer day, and get ready for the sweet sounds of summer:
INTREPID
One of the city’s most unique museums, The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a non-profit, educational institution that is home to the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets, and a guided missile submarine. Through exhibitions, educational programming and the foremost collection of technologically groundbreaking aircraft and vessels, visitors of all ages and abilities are taken on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery. Row NYC has partnered with The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum to offer its guests $4 off admission tickets and fast track access, for those who want to forego the lines. Row NYC guests will be able to head directly to will-call to redeem the discount to receive their tickets.
Address: Pier 86, West 46th St & 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036
SUMMERSTAGE
Every year, SummerStage, by The City Parks Foundation, presents Manhattan’s biggest and best musical series. This year’s calendar continues that tradition with more than 100 offerings to 18 parks throughout the five boroughs. The festival recently kicked off with jazz singer Gregory Porter, and will continue throughout the summer with a massive lineup that includes the likes of: hip-hop legend Big Daddy Kane, trio Secret Circle, Catherine Russell, Gary Bartz, the Bad Plus, Porches, Sunflower Bean, Crumb, and more. The summer will also see salsa, reggae, and freestyle shows, as well as a David Bowie tribute. As always, the concerts and shows are all free!
Dates: Now Through September 26th
Address: Varies.
For the complete music lineup and details please visit the official event website (here)
SUMMER IN LINCOLN CENTER
Though the famous Midtown establishment conjures images of fancy ballets, box seats, and over-the-top operas for the glittering elite, Lincoln Center Theater was actually built to allow people from all walks of life the ability to enjoy the arts. According to the Lincoln Center’s official website, the organization observes its founder John D. Rockefeller 3rd's mandate that the arts are "not for the privileged few, but for the many." In addition to affordable ticket pricing and the distribution of thousands of free tickets each year to culturally underserved populations, Lincoln Center always presents themed programming throughout the summer to partake in and enjoy the arts. This summer, Lincoln Center is hosting Midsummer Night Swing at Damrosch Park. The events all merge dance and live music into interactive affairs that provide dance lessons alongside live music. Advance tickets are $17.00 and the themes, performers, and dance instructors change nightly.
Dates: June 26- July 14, 2018
Address: Damrosch Park, West 62nd Street bet. Columbus and Amsterdam Aves. Manhattan, NY 10023
For the complete calendar line-up, visit the event’s website (here)
THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS IN THE PARKS
Presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer, these concerts throughout the city have become an iconic New York summer experience since first held in 1965. Offering a stunning backdrop for music lovers to picnic in the park, the New York Philharmonic is the oldest major symphony orchestra in the United States in continual existence, and is one of the oldest and most-renowned throughout the world. For those who love their classical music with a side of excitement, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn performances will cap off with extravagant fireworks displays.
Dates: Now though June 18
Address: Varies
For the complete music lineup and details please visit the official event website (here)
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