What to do in New York in August 2024
Highlight of the month
Summer in the city: Coney Island
The most iconic NY summer attraction, from the beach to the boulevard, to the old roller-coaster Cyclone. Check out my guide for a trip to Coney Island.
Eric’s tips
New York in August is buzzing! It’s a busy month in the city. It can get hot, so book a Pizza Tour to Coney Island, board a speed boat or even a jet ski to cool off on the water. A Broadway musical is a great way to spend the night. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in August 2024
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Boat tours are perfect for sightseeing in New York during the day.
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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 in Central Park, the most ideal way to see a lot of the city.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely dinner and take an evening dinner cruise.
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Visit a game of New York's second baseball team in the new stadium Citi Field.
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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 the top? Go to one of my favourite rooftop bars!
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Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York!
1 Aug
2 Aug
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
2 Aug
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
2 Aug
2 Aug
3 Aug
3 Aug
3 Aug
4 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
4 Aug
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
4 Aug
5 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
5 Aug
Monday
Green Day, The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid & The Linda Lindas
Start time: 18:00 | Concerts | Starting at $151.00
6 Aug
7 Aug
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
7 Aug
7 Aug
Wednesday
New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Angels
8 Aug
9 Aug
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
9 Aug
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
9 Aug
9 Aug
9 Aug
10 Aug
Saturday
New York Yankees vs. Texas Rangers
10 Aug
10 Aug
11 Aug
11 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
11 Aug
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
11 Aug
12 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
13 Aug
14 Aug
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
14 Aug
14 Aug
15 Aug
16 Aug
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
16 Aug
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
16 Aug
16 Aug
17 Aug
17 Aug
Saturday
Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown Band, Megan Moroney & Uncle Kracker
Start time: 17:00 | Concerts | Starting at $125.00
17 Aug
17 Aug
18 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
18 Aug
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
18 Aug
19 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
19 Aug
20 Aug
20 Aug
20 Aug
21 Aug
21 Aug
21 Aug
Wednesday
New York Yankees vs. Cleveland Guardians
Start time: 19:05 | Baseball | Starting at $18.00
22 Aug
22 Aug
22 Aug
23 Aug
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
23 Aug
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
23 Aug
24 Aug
24 Aug
24 Aug
25 Aug
Sunday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
25 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
25 Aug
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
25 Aug
26 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
26 Aug
Monday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Morning (Session 1)
Start time: 11:00 | Tennis | Starting at $171.00
26 Aug
Monday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Evening (Session 2)
Start time: 18:00 | Tennis | Starting at $173.00
27 Aug
Tuesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Morning (Session 3)
Start time: 11:00 | Tennis | Starting at $161.00
27 Aug
Tuesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Evening (Session 4)
Start time: 18:00 | Tennis | Starting at $159.00
28 Aug
28 Aug
Wednesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Morning (Session 5)
Start time: 11:00 | Tennis | Starting at $145.00
28 Aug
Wednesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Evening (Session 6)
Start time: 18:00 | Tennis | Starting at $152.00
29 Aug
Thursday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Morning (Session 7)
Start time: 11:00 | Tennis | Starting at $145.00
29 Aug
Thursday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Evening (Session 8)
Start time: 18:00 | Tennis | Starting at $145.00
29 Aug
30 Aug
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
30 Aug
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
30 Aug
Friday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Morning (Session 9)
Start time: 11:00 | Tennis | Starting at $161.00
30 Aug
Friday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Evening (Session 10)
Start time: 18:00 | Tennis | Starting at $168.00
30 Aug
31 Aug
Saturday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Morning (Session 11)
Start time: 11:00 | Tennis | Starting at $184.00
31 Aug
31 Aug
Saturday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Evening (Session 12)
Start time: 18:00 | Tennis | Starting at $191.00
31 Aug
