June 2026
Monday, June 8 @ 6 pm Concert in the Sugar Hill Garden
Join the Harlem Chamber Players for a one-hour program featuring string quartets by Black composers. The Program includes Shelley Washington Middleground, Angélique Kidjo YanYankliYan Senamido #1 & #2, Wynton, Marsalis Rampart St. Row Rag from At the Octoroon Balls, George Walker Lyric for Strings and Jessie Montgomery Strum. It’s recommended to bring a chair because seating at the garden is limited. Location: 475 West 152nd Street. For more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/concert-in-the-sugar-hill-hope-garden-tickets-1990527822300?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Tuesday June 9 @ 6pm – 8pm, 48th Annual Museum Mile Festival
Enjoy a free evening where eight museums open their doors to the public for one night. The officially designated Museum Mile becomes a pedestrian block party running more than a mile long. Now in its 48th year, the festival brings live street performances, art activities for children, food vendors, and outdoor programming from each museum. The event takes place rain or shine. Location: 5th Avenue between 82nd and 110th. For information visit: https://www.centralpark.com/events/museum-mile-festival/
Thursday June 11 @ 2pm – 5pm FIFA World Cup Watch Party
In celebration of FIFA World Cup 26, The Africa Center and El Museo del Barrio proudly present a special FREE community screening of the opening match of the FIFA World Cup: Mexico vs. South Africa on Thursday June 11th. This collaborative program brings together the vibrant cultural legacies of Africa and Latin America, highlighting shared histories, diasporic connections, and the power of football as a universal language. Location: The Africa Center, 1280 5th Avenue. For RSVP information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-cup-watch-party-with-the-africa-center-and-el-museo-del-barrio-tickets-1988925869817
Thursday June 11 @ 6:30 pm Short Film, Big Screen: NoMAA Grantees The short films by several local filmmakers receive their United Palace premiere on the silver screen, promising a night of stories from around town & the world. Location: United Palace, 4140 Broadway at 175th St. For more information visit: https://unitedpalace.boletosexpress.com/event.php?event_id=87909
Saturday June 13 @ 10am – 4pm WAHI Uptown Festival
Discover all that Washington Heights has to offer as the cultural capital of Manhattan at the WAHI Uptown Festival. Support small local businesses and women entrepreneurs as you enjoy live music, delicious food, tons of local businesses and vendors and a day full of culture, community, and fun! Location: 555 W 157th Street. For more information visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wahi-uptown-festival-tickets-1990398758266?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Saturday, June 13 @ 10 am – 3pm Harlem Community Health Fair
This community-centered event will bring together more than 20+ organizations, and will focus on expanding access to health resources and strengthening community wellness in Harlem. This free community event will feature: preventative health screenings in partnership with Quest Diagnostics, sexual health education and HIV/STI prevention resources, health insurance enrollment and navigation support, workforce development and community resources and family-friendly activities and engagement opportunities. Location: 1589 Amsterdam Ave. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Recurring Events
Fridays in June @ 7pm – 10pm, Patience Higgins Friday JazzJoin Patrick’s on the Hill for a night filled with classic tunes and smooth jazz vibes, sponsored in part by Keyed-UP. Patience Higgins, a talented saxophonist, will lead the jam session and bring together some of the best musicians in town. Come early to grab a good spot and enjoy Caribbean drink and food while listening to the amazing live music. Location: 1635 Amsterdam Avenue New York, NY. For more information, contact 646-682-7243 or visit https://www.patricksonthehill.com/Events CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Everyday through June 30 @10am – 6pm & 2 hours before curtain during performances, Got To Be There: The Apollo, Its People, and Its Stories, a FREE and open to the public archival walkthrough of the Apollo Theatre
Curious about the history of the Apollo Theatre? For the first time, the Apollo Theatre is hosting an archival walkthrough showcasing its rare photographs, recordings and artifacts from throughout the years. Location: The Apollo Stages at The Victoria Laura and Frank Baker Gallery, 233 W 125th st, Third fl
For more information contact 212-531-5300
Till July 27th* @ 8-10pm Monday Jam Sessions with Random Strangers Jam at Shrine Harlem
Bring your instrument. Be a stranger. Join the jam. Random Strangers Jam is an open improvised jam session that is led by Sky Demetri and his band. Come prepared to create new music on the spot – every 5-7 minutes, half the band takes a seat and is replaced by musicians from the audience, the new group of random strangers jams on a fresh key and concept – and the rotation continues! Location: Shrine World Music Venue Harlem, 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10030 For ticket information visit https://www.randomstrangersjam.com/event-details/monday-jam-sessions-with-random-strangers-jam-at-shrine-harlem-2026-05-11-20-00
Till October 30th, 2026 Harlem Sculpture Gardens
Explore the works of sculptors in New York while exploring Harlem’s historical Morningside, St. Nicholas, and Jackie Robinson parks. For more information about park locations and artists featured, visit: harlemsculpturegardens.com
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