What to do in New York in July 2026
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Boat tours in New York
Enjoy the cool breeze from a boat. The Circle Line Best of NYC cruise is a fantastic way to see Manhattan from the water.
Eric’s tips
New York in July has Yankees games, outdoor events and other great summer activities. Cool off under the trees and in the fountains of one of the city’s many parks. To see more of the country book a day trip to Washington DC, Boston or Philadelphia. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in July 2026
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Biking along the two rivers and through Central Park is a great way to see the city.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely night out and take a dinner cruise.
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Visit a game of New York's second baseball team in the Citi Field Stadium.
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Want to visit a baseball game? The New York Yankees are the best baseball team!
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Want to be on top of the city? Go to one of my favourite rooftop bars!
27 Jul
Monday
Bryant Park Movie Nights
Watch movies under the stars in Bryant Park (free entry).
Bryant Park | Start time: 20:00
Bryant Park | Start time: 20:00
27 Jul
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 Jul
27 Jul
28 Jul
28 Jul
Tuesday
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves
29 Jul
29 Jul
Wednesday
Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Winston-Salem Dash
Start time: 12:00 | Baseball | Starting at $32.00
29 Jul
Wednesday
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves
30 Jul
Thursday
Broadway in Bryant Park
Head to Bryant Park between 12:30 and 13:30 to sample some free world class Broadway performances!
30 Jul
Thursday
National Cheesecake Day
This is the perfect occasion to taste one of the most iconic desserts: New York Cheesecake. I’ve made a selection of the best places to sample this treat in New York.
30 Jul
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
30 Jul
30 Jul
30 Jul
31 Jul
Friday
Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
31 Jul
31 Jul
31 Jul
31 Jul