What to do in New York in August 2025
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 the Pizza Tour to Coney Island, board a speed boat or even a jet ski to cool off by, on or in the water. A Broadway musical is a great way to spend the evening. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in August 2025
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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 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 top of the city? Go to one of my favourite rooftop bars!
1 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.
1 Aug
1 Aug
2 Aug
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 16:30, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £62.05
2 Aug
2 Aug
2 Aug
3 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!
3 Aug
Sunday
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Start time: TBA
Start time: TBA
3 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
3 Aug
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00 | Starting at £57.11
3 Aug
3 Aug
3 Aug
4 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
4 Aug
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
4 Aug
4 Aug
5 Aug
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
5 Aug
Tuesday
New York Liberty vs. Dallas Wings
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the WNBA Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £73.00
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £73.00
5 Aug
5 Aug
5 Aug
6 Aug
6 Aug
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
6 Aug
7 Aug
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £58.21
8 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.
8 Aug
8 Aug
8 Aug
8 Aug
8 Aug
8 Aug
9 - 10 Aug
9 Aug
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 16:30, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £62.05
9 Aug
9 Aug
Saturday
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
Start time: 12:30 | Theatre | Starting at £48.00
9 Aug
9 Aug
9 Aug
9 Aug
9 Aug
9 Aug
9 Aug
Saturday
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
Start time: 19:30 | Theatre | Starting at £46.00
9 Aug
9 Aug
10 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!
10 Aug
Sunday
Dominican Day Parade
The Dominican parade in New York is all about having fun. Admire the Dominican heritage with its colourful costumes, music and dance. Join this Dominican party and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere!
10 Aug
Sunday
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Start time: TBA
Start time: TBA
10 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
10 Aug
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00 | Starting at £57.11
10 Aug
Sunday
New York Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the WNBA Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 12:30 | Basketball | Starting at £33.00
Start time: 12:30 | Basketball | Starting at £33.00
10 Aug
10 Aug
10 Aug
10 Aug
10 Aug
11 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
11 Aug
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
11 Aug
11 Aug
11 Aug
12 Aug
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
12 Aug
12 Aug
12 Aug
12 Aug
12 Aug
13 Aug
13 Aug
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
13 Aug
13 Aug
Wednesday
New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins
13 Aug
Wednesday
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves
14 Aug
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £58.21
14 Aug
14 Aug
Thursday
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves
15 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.
15 Aug
15 Aug
15 Aug
15 Aug
15 Aug
16 Aug
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 16:30, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £58.43
16 Aug
Saturday
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
Start time: 12:30 | Theatre | Starting at £48.00
16 Aug
16 Aug
Saturday
New York Mets vs. Seattle Mariners
16 Aug
16 Aug
Saturday
NFL Preseason: New York Giants vs. New York Jets
Start time: 19:00 | American Football | Starting at £13.00
16 Aug
16 Aug
Saturday
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
Start time: 19:30 | Theatre | Starting at £53.00
16 Aug
17 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!
17 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
17 Aug
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00 | Starting at £57.11
17 Aug
17 Aug
17 Aug
17 Aug
17 Aug
18 Aug
Monday
Free New York newsletter
Every other Sunday I send out my latest newsletter! Stay up to date on what's happening in New York. Click on 'more info' to subscribe.
Start time: TBA
Start time: TBA
18 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
18 Aug
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
18 Aug
19 Aug
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
19 Aug
Tuesday
New York Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the WNBA Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £22.00
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £22.00
19 Aug
20 Aug
20 Aug
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
20 Aug
21 Aug
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £58.21
21 Aug
Thursday
New York Liberty vs. Chicago Sky
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the WNBA Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £30.00
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £30.00
21 Aug
Thursday
Disney's Descendants & Zombies: Worlds Collide
Start time: 19:00 | Concerts | Starting at £65.00
21 Aug
21 Aug
Thursday
New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox
21 Aug
21 Aug
Thursday
NFL Preseason: New York Giants vs. New England Patriots
Start time: 20:00 | American Football | Starting at £7.00
22 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.
22 Aug
22 Aug
22 Aug
Friday
NFL Preseason: New York Jets vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Start time: 19:30 | American Football | Starting at £14.00
22 Aug
23 Aug
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 16:30, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £58.43
23 Aug
23 Aug
Saturday
Disney's Descendants & Zombies: Worlds Collide
Start time: 19:00 | Concerts | Starting at £43.00
23 Aug
24 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!
24 Aug
Sunday
Free New York newsletter
Every other Sunday I send out my latest newsletter! Stay up to date on what's happening in New York. Click on 'more info' to subscribe.
Start time: TBA
Start time: TBA
24 Aug
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
24 Aug
Sunday
US Open Tennis - Session 1 (Louis Armstrong)
Start time: 11:00 | Tennis | Starting at £161.00
24 Aug
Sunday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Morning (Session 1)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £64.00
24 Aug
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £57.11
24 Aug
24 Aug
Sunday
Disney's Descendants & Zombies: Worlds Collide
Start time: 19:00 | Concerts | Starting at £52.00
24 Aug
Sunday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Evening (Session 2)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £60.00
25 Aug
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
25 Aug
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
25 Aug
Monday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Morning (Session 3)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £64.00
25 Aug
Monday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Evening (Session 4)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £70.00
25 Aug
Monday
New York Liberty vs. Connecticut Sun
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the WNBA Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £16.00
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £16.00
25 Aug
25 Aug
25 Aug
26 Aug
Tuesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Morning (Session 5)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £47.00
26 Aug
Tuesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 1st Round - Evening (Session 6)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £47.00
26 Aug
26 Aug
26 Aug
27 Aug
27 Aug
Wednesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Morning (Session 7)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £47.00
27 Aug
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
27 Aug
Wednesday
New York Yankees vs. Washington Nationals
Start time: 13:05 | Baseball | Starting at £10.00
27 Aug
27 Aug
Wednesday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Evening (Session 8)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £64.00
27 Aug
28 Aug
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
28 Aug
Thursday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Morning (Session 9)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £47.00
28 Aug
28 Aug
Thursday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 2nd Round - Evening (Session 10)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £64.00
28 Aug
Thursday
New York Liberty vs. Washington Mystics
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the WNBA Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £18.00
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £18.00
28 Aug
28 Aug
29 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.
29 Aug
Friday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Morning (Session 11)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £51.00
29 Aug
Friday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Evening (Session 12)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £73.00
29 Aug
29 Aug
30 Aug
Saturday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
30 Aug
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 16:30, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £58.43
30 Aug
Saturday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Morning (Session 13)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £91.00
30 Aug
Saturday
New York Mets vs. Miami Marlins
30 Aug
30 Aug
Saturday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's 3rd Round - Evening (Session 14)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £101.00
30 Aug
31 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!
31 Aug
Sunday
Free New York newsletter
Every other Sunday I send out my latest newsletter! Stay up to date on what's happening in New York. Click on 'more info' to subscribe.
Start time: TBA
Start time: TBA
31 Aug
Sunday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's Round of 16 - Morning (Session 15)
Start time: 12:00 | Tennis | Starting at £96.00
31 Aug
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £58.21
31 Aug
31 Aug
Sunday
US Open Tennis: Men's/Women's Round of 16 - Evening (Session 16)
Start time: 19:00 | Tennis | Starting at £101.00
31 Aug