Carnivals, Festivals, Fairs, and Parades in NYC: June 2025
June is full of festivals, carnivals, fairs, and parades for the whole family all month long! We’ve rounded up some of the best ones coming up.
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Manhattan
Drums Along the Hudson
Inwood Hill Park, 218th Street & Indian Road, Inwood
Sunday, June 1, 11 am–6 pm
All ages
Free
This multicultural family-oriented festival combines Native American heritage with the diversity of New York City with performances of world dance and drumming tradition, featuring Kalpulli Huehuetlatolli Aztec Dancers and Drummers, BatalaNY Afro-Caribbean Drumming, Kotchegna African Dance from the Ivory Coast, and more! Activities also include Native American crafts, storytelling, and international cuisine.
Cerebral Palsy Community Day 2025
Haven Plaza, 710 W 168th St., Washington Heights
Saturday, June 7, 11 am–2 pm
All ages
Free
Register in advance
Be there for the biggest community event dedicated to cerebral palsy! Enjoy the outdoors with hundreds from the CP community. Food trucks, live music, seated yoga, therapy animals, health & wellness, games, adaptive sports, equipment and essential resources for the cerebral palsy community. Giveaways from Colgate Palmolive for every guest (while supplies last), a chance to win VIP tickets to a New York Giants game and the ultimate fashion experience with Hill House Home.
68th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade
Parade runs from 44th St. to 79th S. along Fifth Ave., Midtown
Sunday, June 8, 11 am
All ages
Free
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade is the largest demonstration of cultural pride in the nation, filled with exciting floats, live performances, local leaders, and more.
Pigeon Fest
The High Line, on the High Line at 22nd St., Meatpacking District
Saturday, June 14, noon–8 pm
All ages
Free
Enjoy National Pigeon Appreciation Day with Pigeon Fest, a free, all-day festival for all ages – celebrating pigeons, urban ecology and public art. Inspired by Iván Argote’s Dinosaur – the 17-foot-tall pigeon sculpture on the High Line, visitors will be able to enjoy free public programming including pigeon-themed carnival games, family-friendly art workshops, a pigeon impersonation pageant, a concert presented in collaboration with the Birdsong Project, and a Discovery Fair.
Egg Rolls, Egg Creams, and Empanadas Street Festival
Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge St., Lower East Side
Sunday, June 15, noon–4 pm
All ages
Free admission
Celebrate the diverse cultures that give the Lower East Side and Chinatown their identity alongside talented artisans, stage and street performers, and visitors from near and far! Set in front of the Museum’s landmark Eldridge Street Synagogue home, the festival takes over one block of Eldridge Street between Canal and Division Streets for a folklore fest unlike any other with a medley of Chinese, Jewish, and Puerto Rican tastes, sights, sounds, and crafts for people of all ages to enjoy!
Fanatics Fest NYC
Javits Center, 429 11th Ave., Hell’s Kitchen
June 20-22, Friday and Saturday, 10 am–7 pm; Sunday, 10 am–4 pm.
All ages
Tickets start at $20 for kids and $60 for adults
Fanatics Fest NYC is the world’s largest arena for sports and collectibles that brings together die-hard enthusiasts, renowned athletes, and passionate collectors for an unparalleled celebration of all things sports, collectibles, and pop culture. Meet your sports heroes live with photo ops and autographs, immerse yourself into live activations from the top leagues and brands in sports, join conversations with A-listers and athletes live onstage at the Theatre and Center Stage, snag exclusive merch and Topps products from limited-edition FFNYC drops, and even buy, sell, and trade all weekend long with over 250 dealers from around the world!
Swedish Midsummer Festival
Rockefeller Park, Chambers St. & River Terrace, Battery Park City
Friday, June 20, 5–9 pm
All ages
Free
Enjoy this annual celebration of the summer solstice. Join in a lively dance around the Midsummer pole. Make floral wreaths, enjoy a parade, children’s games, and Swedish delicacies.
Bronx
Bronx Night Market
Fordham Plaza, 1 Fordham Plaza, Fordham
Saturdays, noon – 7 pm, through July 26
All ages
Free admission
Featuring over 30 local vendors, this iconic market showcases a diverse array of cuisines and unique vendors.
39th Annual Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade
The Parade takes place on the Grand Concourse bet. 165th St. & Mount Eden, Highbridge
Saturday, June 14, 11 am
All ages
Free
Under the inspiring theme of “United We Are Stronger,” the 39th Anniversary of the Bronx Puerto Rican Parade promises to be a vibrant showcase of rich culture and community spirit. Honor outstanding individuals and organizations who have made a remarkable impact in the Bronx. Enjoy stunning floats, live music and entertainment, dynamic car clubs, and cultural organizations marching proudly down the Grand Concourse.
The 22nd Annual Hunt’s Point Fish Parade & Arts Festival
Parade begins at 940 Garrison Ave., Hunts Point
Saturday, June 14, noon – 4 pm
All ages
Free
See the community march together in a vibrant celebration of activism, joy, and community building featuring banners, costumes, and puppets.
South Bronx Family Fun Day
St. Mary’s Playground West, 519 Saint Ann’s Ave., Melrose
Saturday, June 14, noon – 4 pm
All ages
Free
Enjoy a day filled with laughter, games, and excitement featuring fun activities and delicious food.
Brooklyn
Red Hook Fest
Valentino Park and Pier, Ferris St. & Coffey St., Red Hook
Saturday, June 7, noon–6 pm
All ages
Free admission
Red Hook Fest is back with activities for all ages and interests, including live music performances, salsa classes, photo walks, live poetry, face painting, arts and crafts, resource tables, a film screening tent, kayaking and more.
Big Family Get Down
Brooklyn Bridge Park, 334 Furman St., Brooklyn Heights
Tuesday, June 17, 5–8:30 pm
All ages
$25; $10 ages 2-17
Jumpstart summer at this waterfront bash packed with music, dancing, and unforgettable moments, all to support Brooklyn Bridge Park. Littles will love the live performances from Mozart for Munchkins and teen rock band JAW, plus hands-on crafts, interactive games, and nature activities that bring the Park’s wild side to life. Grown-ups can enjoy the sounds of a live DJ, take in the views, and hit the dance floor as the sun goes down.
Queens
Astoria Park Carnival
Astoria Park, 19 19th St., Astoria
June 4-8, Wednesday and Thursday, 4–10 pm; Friday, 4–11 pm; Saturday, noon–midnight; Sunday, 12–11 pm
All ages
Ride cost varies
Queens’ picturesque Astoria Park comes alive with the sights, sounds and aromas of the electrifying midway with exciting rides and games for the whole family and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tantalizing carnival eats.
Strawberry Festival
Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park
Saturday, June 7, 10 am–4 pm
All ages
$20
Get ready for a berry sweet day full of fun and flavor where learning meets laughter and strawberries steal the show! Learn how strawberries grow from seed to snack, take part in a Strawberry Eating Contest, and wander through lively bucolic grounds filled with food vendors, live music, delightful treats such as strawberry shortcake, strawberry smoothies, lemonade, and chocolate-drenched strawberries! Don’t miss the highlight of the day: the Strawberry Costume Parade at Noon!
2025 Bell Blvd Food & Music Fest
Bell Blvd from 38th Ave. to 43rd Ave., and 41st Ave. from 213th Street to 214th Place, Bayside
Sunday, June 8, 2–6 pm
All ages
$40; $20 ages 12 and younger
Stroll 8 blocks of family fun and experience an afternoon of culinary delights, sampling cuisine from more than 35 local Bayside eateries*. All for about $1.00 per taste! * serving international cuisine and beverage samples from these establishments, and many more! Moho Mexican Grill Avli The Little Greek Tavern Masaaki Modern Japanese Papazzio (Italian) Sangarita’s (Spanish) Four Four South Village (Taiwanese) Hitlt Burger VI Pizza And don’t forget to also check out all the free goings on at the fest… live music, games, sports, demos, performers, face painting, bounce houses and much more.
Independence Day Celebration 2025 at Fort Totten Park
Fort Totten Park, Totten Ave. & 15th Road, Fort Totten
Wednesday, June 18, 6–9:30 pm
All ages
Free
Bayside Historical Society is hosting their 8th Annual Independence Day Celebration with a free concert and fireworks display by Grucci. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics for an evening of community fun!
Annual Gregorian Festival
Friday, June 20, 7–11 pm
St. Gregory the Great Festival, 244-44 87th Ave., Bellerose
All ages
Free admission; prices vary for rides
Enjoy thrilling rides, exciting games, and live entertainment along with a beautiful beer garden & ethnic food nights!
The 19th Annual RockStock
90th St. and Rockaway Beach Blvd. Rockaway Park
Saturday, June 28, 10 am–5 pm
All ages
Free
As the foremost Surf, Skate & Music Festival in the city, this event has consistently held the top spot for enthusiasts and families alike. RockStock boasts a family-friendly atmosphere and features the largest shopping village on the boardwalk.
Staten Island
Puerto Rican Day Festival
Willowbrook Park, Richmond Ave., Victory Blvd., Ashworth Ave. and Forest Hill Road, Willowbrook
Saturday, June 7, 9 am – 6 pm
All ages
Free
Enjoy a variety of vendors, entertainment, and more at the first Puerto Rican festival on Staten Island.
The Soorya NYC Festival
Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building A, New Brighton
Saturday, June 28, 3 – 8 pm
All ages
Free
Soorya NYC presents folk and traditional arts to encourage cultural exchange centered on the local Sri Lankan community. Soorya NYC helps to sustain the continuity of Sri Lankan heritage in NYC and share these traditions with the wider public. Throughout the festival, you can expect live music and performances, culinary delights, an artisan market, and family-friendly activities.
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