New Yorkers Will Again Enjoy Nearly 20 Miles of Car-Free Streets and Programming in All Five Boroughs Over Five Saturdays in July and August
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New York, NY
New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday kicked off the city’s “a celebration of New York City’s unrivaled summer offerings at a time when crime is down, jobs are up, and the city is more livable than when the Adams administration came into office. The Adams administration launched the starting with an event hosted by New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to announce the city’s largest-ever Summer Streets program with expanded operating hours in all five boroughs for the first time since the program’s launch in 2008. This year, nearly 20 miles of Summer Street corridors will be open to pedestrians and cyclists for eight hours (from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM) — a 33% expansion from previous years. The extended time represents the Adams administration’s continued commitment to the beloved summer program, building on the 2023 expansion that, for the first time, brought Summer Streets to all five boroughs after operating exclusively in Manhattan.
From the largest-ever summer streets and open restaurants programs to expanded Summer Rising hours, new cooling centers, and investments in pools across the city, the Adams administration is continuing to ensure that there has never been a better time to enjoy summer in New York City. New Yorkers can visit the for more information on free cultural and parks events, open beaches and pools, as well as hiring halls, apprenticeships, volunteer opportunities, and more.
“New York City is back — and with our Summer of Possibility — there has never been a better time to enjoy the five boroughs,” said Mayor Adams. “Whether you want to find a new job, enjoy a summer concert, enjoy our largest-ever summer streets program, or take part in so much more our city has to offer, our administration is working every day to ensure our city is working to give you the summer you want and deserve. This city is full of possibilities!”
“New York City summers sizzle,” said Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi. “Enjoy the hottest block party in the nation, with nearly 20 miles of car-free ‘Summer Streets.’ Afterward, cool off in one of our dozens of pools, miles of beaches, or sprinkler playgrounds. There is non-stop fun on our boardwalks, and picnics and concerts to be enjoyed in every New Yorker’s backyard — the 30,000 acres of our city’s park system and green spaces. Stop by the city’s public plazas for meetings and markets, breezy miles made easy in the nation’s largest bike lane network, and public bathrooms so you can go when you are on the go. And check out how we get it all done in our ‘Realm of Possibility’ report!”
More than 500,000 people walked, ran, cycled, or played on Summer Streets last year, in the program’s first year operating in all five boroughs. This year’s program will represent the most ambitious version of Summer Streets since its launch in 2008 and brings a continued focus on spreading programming out equitably throughout the city. Summer Streets will return for five Saturdays from July 27 through August 24. Car-free routes remain the same for the five boroughs — with the exception of a new route launching on Staten Island. This year, DOT released an open call to select up to two pieces of dynamic and engaging artwork along the Summer Streets route to be installed as one-day activations throughout all five event dates.
WABC-TV will serve as the official media sponsor of Summer Streets, along with sponsors I Love New York, Pumpspotting, the Metropolitan Transit Authority, Siggis, Stonyfield, and C4 Energy.
“Summer streets has become exceptionally successful, with New Yorkers from all over coming to utilize the extra public space and access to our streetscape,” said Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine. “I especially want to encourage Manhattanites to check out the fantastic programming we have for this event in our borough and think about how the streets by them could be better designed to support their and their family’s needs in a way that also improves the environment.”
