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Parks in all five boroughs will be offering free camping on select nights. They will provide tents, meals, s'mores and water. Participants should bring sleeping bags, pillows and any other additional items they may need. In order to be selected to participate, you must enter a lottery for the date and park you want. There are 30 spots open for event day. To check out the schedule and to enter the lottery, visit the official website.
It's finally summer, and that means it's HOT in New York City. Besides air conditioned buildings, there are a few other ways to cool down. If you have kids, you might want to take them to one of the fountains found in Teardrop Park, Washington Square Park, or The High Line. Don't have kids or don't want to get wet? Check out some waterfront bars with awesome views. Visit this website for a list and their locations.
Hopefully you're not sick of hearing about free movie screenings this summer, because there is another one at Mad46 rooftop lounge on Tuesday nights. Mad46 is located on top of the Roosevelt Hotel. The movies start at 9pm and reservations are suggested. Of course, the cocktails aren't free, but it's nice to sit on a rooftop bar and sip drinks while watching a movie. There will also be drink specials, trivia, themed cocktails, and complimentary tastings. For a schedule of movies and more information, visit the official website.
Need something to do Monday nights this summer? Why not head on over to Bryant Park around 5pm for a free movie. Starting June 18 and running through August 20, you can catch a free movie on the Bryant Park lawn. The movies will screen around dusk, but the lawn opens at 5pm and could fill up pretty quickly. Feel free to bring a picnic and blanket. For a list of the movies playing, visit the Bryant Park Website.
When you think of summer, barbecue usually comes to mind. If you're around this weekend, pitmasters from around the country will be in Madison Square Park on Saturday and Sunday from 11am-6pm for the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party. Enjoy delicious barbecue food for about $8 per plate at each pitmaster. You can also enjoy live jazz, bluegrass, and R&B music while you chow down!
Every Tuesday night from 5:30-7:30pm you can enjoy a free concert hosted by the City Winery. The outdoor festival will have wine made on premises available for purchase, along with beer and food. The festivals begin Tuesday, June 26 and run through August 28. Access to the festival is on Spring Street, between Varick and Hudson, or on Vandam between Varick and Hudson.
Free French films begin again in New York City Parks this summer. Most of the films begin at 8:30pm. The films will be in French, but will have English subtitles. For a list of all the movies and locations, visit the official website.
If you don't like any of the artists performing for Today show summer concert series, maybe you'll enjoy some of Good Morning America's artists. Every Friday this summer, head on over to Rumsey Playfield in Central Park around 6am (or earlier) to see the free concert. This year's artists include No Doubt, Demi Lovato, the Beach Boys, LMFAO, The Wanted, and more! Visit their website to find out when your favorite artist will be performing live!
