In our last post, we covered museums, dancing, theater, and even a Swedish celebration of the Summer Solstice! If one thing’s for sure, it’s that there’s always plenty to see and do in NYC. This June, as you plan your NYC vacation, be sure to mark your calendar for some of these exciting events happening during your visit:

Taste of Times Square: As one of NYC’s longest-running food festivals, the Taste of Times Square event is a must-taste attraction! More than 50 area restaurants participate, many of which are in the famous Restaurant Row. A ticket gets you samples from local eateries. June 11 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Visit TimesSquareNYC.org for more information.

Broadway Shows & Plays – If you haven’t tried one of our Broadway Theatre Packages yet, this is the time to do it.  While the theatres will be there year after year, the same shows may not. Even long running shows come to a close eventually, so be sure to catch the classics like Chicago, Phantom of the Opera, and The Lion King. Other exciting shows happening in June include: Mary Poppins, Evita, Sister Act, Once, Peter and the Star Catcher, Death of a Salesman, Ghost, Memphis, Jersey Boys, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Jesus Christ Superstar, Rock of Ages, Wicked, The Book of Mormon, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark, War Horse, A Streetcar Named Desire, and Harvey.

The Mermaid Parade: This is one of Coney Island’s most exciting summer events. Since 1983, participants from all over the world have come to NYC decked out as mermaids as they walk through Coney Island before taking a dip into the Atlantic Ocean. June 23 at 2:00 p.m.

National Puerto Rican Parade: On June 10, join this annual parade on Fifth Avenue as you watch floats, musical performances, and millions of spectators celebrate Puerto Rican culture. You may even spot a few Puerto Rican celebrities, who are known for making an appearance at this grand event! Visit NationalPuertoRicanDayParade.org for more information.

Ready to make your NYC vacation unforgettable? Plan these events into your New York City vacation with the help of NYCTrip.com. We offer customizable vacations and NYC vacation packages to help you design the visit of your dreams. We’ll help you see – and do – more this June than you ever could have imagined!