New York City Events June

Shakespeare in the Park

The Public Theatre and The Delacorte Theater in Central Park are presenting a summer of Shakespeare with performances of Romeo and Juliet and A Midsummer Nights Dream. Tickets are free and available on the day of the performance from The Delacorte starting at 1pm or you can collect tickets between 1-3 at The Public Theatre Box office at 425 LaFayette. Lines form hours before hand so get there early.

Romeo and Juliete June 6 – July 8
A Midsummer Night’s Dream August 7 - September 9

Puerto Rican Day Parade

June 10th
One of the largest parades of the year, the Puerto Rican Day Parade attacks three million people annually who come to celebrate the largest ethnic group in the City. Starting at 85th Street, the parade runs down Fifth Avenue to 44th Street.

Metropolitan Opera in Central Park

June 12th and 13th
Enjoy some of the finest opera performances in the world, FOR FREE!
Performances start at 8:00 but get there early.
La Boheme on June 12th
Faust on June 13

For more information call the Metropolitan Opera: 1-212-362-6000

JVC Jazz Festival

June 17-30th
The JVC Jazz Festival is one of the most prestigious jazz fests in the world. This year, the two week extravaganza sees famous musicians perform across the City in 28 different diverse venues including Carnegie Hall, museums, jazz clubs, churches, and even Macy’s! For information about performers and venues, call 212-501-1390

Lesbian and Gay Pride March

June 27th
The parade is only a part of the week long event commemorating the Stonewall Riot. Designed to both celebrate gay and lesbian people and inform the general public about their issues, the events include street fairs, parties, and fireworks.

For more information 212-807-7433

New York City Events June

Puerto Rican Day Parade

On the second Sunday of the month, New York City celebrates cultural diversity by hosting the Puerto Rican Day Parade. Over 3 million people attended last year’s parade which honors the largest ethnic group in the City. View the parade between 45th and 85th Streets on Fifth Avenue.


Shakespeare in the Park

Experience Shakespeare under the stars at the Delacorte Theatre in Central Park. Popular with tourists and lovers of Shakespeare alike, you can enjoy some of the finest performances of The Bard’s works around while enjoying the warn night air at the charming open air theatre. With performances featuring major Hollywood and Broadway stars, and yet undiscovered talent, Shakespeare in the Park is not to be missed.

For performance information, call 212-539-8750


Lesbian and Gay Pride March

To commemorate the Stonewall Riot of 1969, the Lesbian and Gay Pride March is the capstone to a week long celebration of gays and lesbians in New York City. Events range from pure frivolity to political as organizers host events designed to raise awareness in gay and lesbian issues.

For information on the week long festivities, which include fireworks, street fairs, and parties, call 212-807-7433