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The Open Street on W 120th Street between Mount Morris Park West and Lenox Avenue. New York City's latest list of Open Streets, a program now in its seventh year, includes more than 15 car-free blocks in Upper Manhattan. The Open Streets are the result of partnerships between the Department of Transportation and community organizations (such as block associations), educational i...

Juneteenth flags for sale on 125th Street. Juneteenth, which falls on a Friday this year, is almost here. Also known as Freedom Day, the federal holiday commemorates the day when the last enslaved Black people were liberated in Texas on June 19, 1865. Naturally, there are loads of ways to celebrate in Harlem and beyond. Note that many events are taking place before and after the...

Red Rooster is offering $26 specials and commemorative cups during the World Cup. More than 35 uptown eateries are joining others across the city in celebrating the World Cup, offering specials that include $26 menu deals and limited edition commemorative cups. Running from June 11 to July 19, 2026, the Five Borough Winners Special includes participating uptown restaurants like ...

After being dark for almost a year, the Apollo Theater's iconic marquee shone bright again last night. The historic Harlem venue on 125th Street has been undergoing renovations since last spring, and finally debuted its restored marquee and neon sign at a formal ceremony on Wednesday evening. The event, which included a drumline performance by the Marching Cobras and a live coun...

Harlem Tavern on the corner of Frederick Douglass Blvd and 116th St. It's a great time to be a sports fan in New York: the Knicks are in the NBA finals and the 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday, June 11. If you're looking for a place to watch a game while grabbing a drink and soaking up the good vibes, below are some places to start. And for those seeking community above all,...