New York has the magic of being a city where boredom does not exist, where every day is unlikely to run into someone you know by chance. It is the city of privacy, the skyscrapers, movies, one of the quintessential cosmopolitan cities in the world.

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With the arrival of good weather why not make a trip to New York and enjoy outdoor cultural events in the city, this includes art and festivals so check your schedule on vacation in New York and enjoy the events rated during the summer in the Big Apple.

Shakespeare Festival:

Even after more than 500 years, the magic of Shakespeare’s plays still enthralled people and their name itself is a symbol of action and drama. Enjoy the Shakespeare Festival at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park which is held every year during the month of August, with plays performed by local and famous actresses like Natalie Portman, Al Pacino and Meryl Streep. This year we interpret the works: A History of Winter and The Merchant of Venice.

Art Festival Outdoor Washington Square:

Enjoy the art in the Exhibition Hall of outdoor art in Washington Square in Greenwich Village. Here you can purchase the work of young and innovative artists and see works of art from prominent artists and craftsmen, who could normally only see in art galleries, museums and private collections. This festival takes place from late August to late September.

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Night of Museums:

Some museums include nightly visits and better prices. Art After Dark offers entry to $ 25 every first Friday of each month to enjoy the museum in a different way, with music and drinks on the ground floor.

Feast of San Gennaro:

This celebration takes place during the month of September and lasts ten days. Here you can see the statue of the patron saint of Naples in a parade in a procession through the streets of Little Italy. You can try drinks and food of Naples.

The streets and terraces of the «Little Italy» of New York are filled with typical products of Italy and most likely you are received with joy and good humor that characterizes the Italian. One of the more popular events like annual tourists and New Yorkers alike.

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Independent International Festival of New York:

Known as the New York Fringe Festival, this is an event where you can enjoy presentations from over 1200 artists from around the world. This festival lasts for 2 weeks and is the largest arts festival held in the United States.

On your visit to New York do not forget to also visit its renowned attractions like the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, the Museum of Modern Art, the Central Park Zoo or the American Museum of Natural History among others.

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Good Luck!