Elements Music and Arts Festival
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.
New York August 2023 Events
Explore New York this August as the City Gets Back to Normal
Average temperature low and high: 69°-84°
August is a generally pleasant time to visit New York, especially this year, as the city is filled with life since Covid restrictions were eased and mask mandates lifted in May. It's summer's peak, but with temps milder than seen in southern cities see. However, August tends to bring a good bit of humidity to the Big Apple, averaging between 50% and 75% depending on the time of day.
August Event Calendar
US Tennis Open
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.
Bad Bunny and Diplo
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.
Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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.
Learn more.Summer Streets
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.
Balkan Festival
The BalkanFest is a one-stop shop for music and dance lovers alike. Held in New York City, this energetic festival will feature over 60 renowned bands performing on four stages. Expect workshops on dancing and singing, dance sets, and dance parties where you can get your groove on. Wine and beer will be available as refreshments, as well as Balkan arts and textiles for take-home souvenirs. So come out and have some fun at BalkanFest to celebrate Balkan culture.
New York Events in August
Concerts
Theater & Headliners
Sports
Nightclubs
Things to Do in New York in August
Go to a comedy club
Spend the day in DUMBO, Brooklyn
