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Around Town - Rooftop Fireworks, The Coffee Party, Free Concerts, Hot Dog Contest and more
June 19, 2025, 9:18.35 am ET

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Photo: Seaport

Tin Building Fireworks Night
Experience the Fourth of July in style at the Tin Building by Jean-Georges. On July 4 from 6:30–10pm, guests will enjoy exclusive access to waterfront fireworks views by the Brooklyn Bridge, alongside a “Taste of Tin” culinary tour featuring dim sum, steak frites, lobster rolls, and more—all paired with a premium open bar. Tickets are available now on Eventbrite.

Rooftop Fireworks
Celebrate July 4th with prime fireworks viewing 38 floors above Manhattan at Somewhere Nowhere, the two-level lounge and rooftop pool escape in Chelsea. The holiday edition of Cenote Project brings sunset vibes, Tulum-inspired beats, and a stellar lineup of DJs from 4–10pm, and a one-hour open vodka bar from 4-5pm. Tickets here

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Manhatta (Photo: Emily Andrews)

July 4th at Manhatta
Manhatta’s epic Fourth of July bash returns Friday, July 4 from 6–10pm, 60 floors above the city. Expect an elevated BBQ picnic with pulled pork, hot dogs, boozy snow cones, and an open bar, plus pickleball by Court 16, skee ball, cornhole, and live music. Picnic attire encouraged; fireworks view not guaranteed. Tickets here


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Bar Blondeau Rooftop Party
Bar Blondeau at Williamsburg's Wythe Hotel is celebrating the Fourth of July with a Garden Rooftop Party featuring prime views of the Macy’s fireworks from the Brooklyn Bridge. In partnership with Natoora, the rooftop will transform into a lush urban garden with cocktails from local distilleries and a seasonal menu starring lobster hot dogs, summer squash tempura, oysters, and more. 3pm until close. Tickets via Resy


Photo: The Coffee Party

Coffee Party Hits NYC
Canada’s viral daytime event, The Coffee Party, makes its NYC debut on Sunday, June 22 at The Summer Club in Long Island City. From 10 AM to 3 PM, guests can expect high-energy wellness activations, house music from top DJs, and rich Cuban coffee from Café Aroma—all set against panoramic Manhattan skyline views. Tickets are $25.

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Photo: Broadway Rhythms

Free Broadway Rhythm Concert Series
Live music returns to Midtown as the Garment District Alliance presents Broadway Rhythm, a free summer concert series every Wednesday from 12–2pm through September 24. Held on the Broadway Plazas, the series features artists from the MTA’s Music Under New York program, with performances spanning jazz, rock, Latin, pop, and more—perfect for a lively midday break.


Photo: Brooklyn Cyclones

Coney Island Hot Dog Vote
The Brooklyn Cyclones are spicing up the Fourth with a fan-fueled Hot Dog Contest at Maimonides Park. Vote for your favorite of 10 creative finalists—from the Wake-Up Dog (bacon, egg, hashbrowns) to the Sandy the Seadog (sour cream, jalapeños, lime, Doritos). Other contenders include the Hot Honey Diggity Dog, Pizza Dog, Pretzel Dog, and Boardwalk BBQ Dog. Then join the fun on July 4th when the Cyclones hit the field as the Coney Island Franks and unveil the winning weiner.

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