Category: Summer in NYC

July 06 2018

If Music Be The Food of Love, Play On!

In 1954 legendary theater director and producer Joseph Papp decided the greatest city in the world deserved a summer series devoted to the work of the world’s greatest playwright. What began as a collection of workshops has now grown into Shakespeare in the Park, a massive seasonal production that stages two shows each summer at the Delacorte Theater, an open-air performance venue in Central Park that seats up to 1800. The first play to go up at the Delacorte was … Read More

June 05 2018

From the Street to the Stage New York Celebrates Pride

As one of the cultural capitals of the world, New York City often finds itself at the forefront of historic global change. In June of 1969, the Stonewall Riots of Greenwich Village marked one such pivotal moment, from which the modern LGBT rights movement was born. On June 24, our great city will welcome hundreds of thousands of revelers to its 49th annual Pride Parade, which promises to be the most spectacular yet. If you’ll be joining us for the … Read More

June 16 2017

What to Do on the Fourth of July in NYC

Fourth of July in New York means the famous Macy’s fireworks show. But the iconic display over the East River begins in the evening, and only lasts about 30 minutes. With an entire day to explore the city before the fireworks begin, here’s how The Palace recommends spending the perfect summer day in Manhattan on July 4. Explore NYC by Bike CitiBike, New York’s bike share program, is a quick and breezy way to see Manhattan. Don’t want to brave … Read More