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New York, NY (June 26, 2026) – On Saturday, July 4, Macy’s will launch the 50^th Macy's 4^th of July Fireworks^®. Expanding to the lower East River in the Seaport, the lower Hudson River in collaboration with Jersey City, and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge for the milestone anniversary will create a shared experience that connects more communities than ever.

July 2–25 at The Gene Frankel Theatre

A Bold Reimagining of Shakespeare’s Classic Through the Lens of Viking Legend

New York, N.Y. - The Onomatopoeia Theatre Company proudly presents Hamlet, a new adaptation directed by Thomas R. Gordon, running July 2–25 at The Gene Frankel Theatre in NoHo. Opening night is slated for July 5.

Transformative Funding Will Protect Delicate 18th-Century Architecture While Modernizing Visitor Experience and Community Education

New Paltz, NY — Historic Huguenot Street (HHS) today announced it has been awarded a $2 million Capital Project grant from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). The funding, announced as part of a historic $82.2 million statewide arts infrastructure initiative by Governor Kathy Hochul, will directly support the construction of HHS’s proposed Education and Visitor Center. This strategic investment will help alleviate structural stress on the National Historic Landmark District’s 300-year-old stone houses by transitioning administrative, educational, and visitor services into a new, purpose-built facility.

Free Freshwater Fishing Days Support the Governor's “Get Offline, Get Outside” Initiative

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced that a Free Fishing Weekend in New York State will take place June 27–28, 2026. The weekend is part of six designated Free Fishing Days that take place each year in New York State. During these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York’s waters.

Friday & Saturday, July 24th & 25th

Fishkill, N.Y. - Friday & Saturday, July 24th & 25th – Bannerman Castle Trust (BCT) in collaboration with Broadway in Beacon, presents EPIC BROADWAY! - an unforgettable Broadway revue set against the stunning backdrop of the Hudson River Highlands and Bannerman Island’s magnificent castle and historic structures. Take a summer cruise to historic Bannerman Island and experience an incredible night under the stars featuring a cast of singers and dancers (with over 30 Broadway/Off-Broadway credits) performing songs from your favorite shows!…

Long Island, NY  (June 25, 2026) -  Discover Long Island (DLI), the region’s only accredited destination marketing organization, today announces the appointment of Sharon Wyman, CDME, as its new President & Chief Executive Officer following a comprehensive search conducted by the organization’s Board of Directors.

Wednesdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm

Staatsburg, N.Y. (June 25, 2026) – Calling all music lovers! New York State Parks is pleased to announce its summer music series, Twilight Music at the Walkway. This concert is from 6:00-7:00pm every Wednesday in this summer on the Highland (Ulster) side at the Ulster Welcome Center under the pavilion.

Thursday, July 16 at 8 p.m. in the Dryden Theatre

Rochester, N.Y., June 25, 2026—George Eastman Award recipient and actress Octavia Spencer will have a conversation on stage in front of audience members with Jared Case, curator of film exhibitions, prior to a special film screening of of Hidden Figures (2016) at the George Eastman Museum’s Dryden Theatre on Thursday, July 16 at 8 p.m.

Gloversville, N.Y. - Join the Fulton County Historical Society on special Thursday mornings for Hands on History at the museum! Each week, we’ll focus on a different theme and use our exhibits and collections to explore these themes in local history. We’ll finish the morning with an activity. This FREE program is geared toward kids ages 5-10, but all kiddos welcome! All programs begin at 11am and are about one hour.