See Broadway's biggest hit live. Hamilton has been the darling of the Great White Way for years now and the appeal never dwindles. See Lin Manuel Miranda's take on the life of founding father Alexander Hamilton in the form of a rap musical. Currently starring Miguel Cervantes as Alexander Hamilton and Jin Ha as Aaron Burr. Tickets start at $124.
Beer and wine is fine but embrace the fun of hard seltzer at the Seltzerland Festival. Try over 100 different kinds of the bubbly beverage, from lemonade to blueberry pomegranate, from various brands including Smirnoff, Vizzy, and White Claw. In between sips, hit the Instagram-worthy photo booth, play some games, and grab a bite to eat from one of the local food trucks on site.
Harlem is one of New York City's most cultural, vibrant, eclectic neighborhoods. Each year, numerous organizations and businesses sponsor Harlem Week, a week-long celebration of Harlem's diverse population, including African American, African, Caribbean, Hispanic, and European histories. The week is packed with an incredible variety of events ranging from live music performances, Broadway tributes, a 5k run, dance parties, speeches, children's activities, and tons of food, beverage, and craft vendors. This event is open to the public. Stay updated at the Harlem Week website.
With stages themed around the four elements - water, earth, fire, and air, Elements Music and Arts Festival is held in a dense forest covered in art and large installations.
See your favorite athletes compete against each other for a title at the United States Open Tennis Championships this year, the modern version of one of the oldest tennis championships in the world. Get your tickets here.
Diplo is well known for putting on exciting electronic performances, so while you are visiting the Big Apple, head down to Yankee Stadium for a high-energy and unforgettable show. Tickets are available here.
Modern jazz music is rooted in the histories of past pioneers and talents, and Charlie Parker, better known as Bird, is one of those talents. In the '40s, Bird was one of the most influential saxophonists and musicians. The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival is held annually to celebrate his indelible influence on jazz music. This free event hosted by the City Parks Foundation is held at Bird's old stomping grounds, Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem. This event consists of live music performances from an ensemble of renowned musicians across all generations. This is a free event that is open to the public, but if you sign up as a VIP member, you'll get access to exclusive seating and other perks. Stay tuned for updates about this event.
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Enjoy a traffic-free day in Manhattan at the Summer Streets. Seven miles of Park Avenue will be shut down for the festival, with the road instead filled with local art installations, live performances, and plenty of activities. Enjoy the city in a new way.
