They say you have not truly lived until you have had a chance to visit the Big Apple for yourself. Seeing New York City for the first time is a mesmerizing experience that should be experienced by all. Regardless if you have visited before or not the summer season is a great time to make your trip. The warmer weather lets you enjoy outdoor activities and explore the city without the winter cold. One great reason to visit in the summer is the unique New York City events that take place across the many different boroughs. You will find something for everyone in your group when you get to explore all of these exciting happenings. Take a look at the top June events taking place in New York City this year:
The Governor’s Ball Music Festival
Take a look around this year and you will see that music festivals are popping up all over the place. Many different cities and communities are jumping on the festival bandwagon getting big name artists to headline lively events. Regardless of all the imitators out there the festival that continues to stand above the rest here in New York City is the Governor’s Ball Music Festival. This music festival has been around for years and has been one of the most popular festivals in the state. The Governor’s Ball kicks off the month of June taking place June 7th through the 9th for a full three days of incredible music. The Governor’s Ball features an eclectic line up of top name artists from a variety of genres including hip hop, EDM, alternative rock, pop, and much more. This year’s line up stands out among other festivals with artists that are sure to get the people excited. Friday night kicks off the fun with artists including Post Malone, Rauw Alejandro, Dominic Fike, Goth Babe, and many more. The fun continues into Saturday where The Killers, 21 Savage, Sabrina Carpenter, Carly Rae Jepsen, and more take the stage. The festival closes the festivities on Sunday where Sza and Peso Pluma headline a full days’ worth of aristis. The Governor’s Ball takes place Flushing Meadows Corona Park right here in the city making it easy to get to. Tickets are currently selling fast and are sure to sell out before the event starts! You can purchase limited 3 day, 2 day, or single day tickets; 3 day VIP tickets are also available so make sure to grab these exclusive ticket options before they sell out!
Tribeca Film Festival
If you are a film or cinema buff you will want to participate in the annual Tribeca Film Festival that takes place right here in New York City. The Tribeca Film Festival is an immersive experience that explored innovation across a variety of media including film, TV, games, audio storytelling, and much more. The festival is 2 weeks worth of exclusive screenings and premiers for upcoming films and TV shows. Attendees are able to purchase festival passes that can get them into all of the exclusive events of the festival; you are bound to run into a celebrity or two when you experience the festival in this luxury setting. Attendees can also get into screenings and matinee showings on an individual basis as well. This year’s Tribeca Film Festival will feature the De Niro Con, an exclusive tribute to New York’s own Robert De Niro and his 80 years in the film industry. Experience set recreations along with screenings, reunions, and costume exhibits from his movies. The Tribeca Film Festival is sure to be a hit for any movie lover in your group. Come experience it for yourself from June 5th through the 16th.
Pride March
Come celebrate and support the LBGTQ community by participating in this year’s Pride March taking place at the end of June. This year’s event will be focusing on “Strength in Solidarity” to bring together all parts of New York City and celebrate the joy and resilience of the community. The New York City Pride March takes place on June 30th and begins at the intersection of 25th Street and 5th Avenue. The march will continue on passing both the Stonewall National Monument and New York City AIDS Memorial, both historical and critical monuments to the LBGTQ community. Come participate in the march that focuses on the positive qualities of the community and share a love for all. Don’t miss out on this year’s New York City Pride March!
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