July 24, 2025 NEW YORK, NY – Get ready, New Yorkers! The city's beloved Summer Streets program is back, bigger and better than ever. NYC Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced the return of the massively expanded initiative, offering an unprecedented 22 miles of car-free streets across all five boroughs. This year marks a historic milestone, featuring, for the first time, a continuous route spanning the entire length of Manhattan, from the Brooklyn Bridge all the way to Inwood.

Starting this Saturday, July 26th, and running for five consecutive Saturdays through August 23rd, Summer Streets transforms the urban landscape into vibrant corridors for pedestrians, cyclists, and families. From 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each Saturday, you can explore miles of open road, free from vehicles and brimming with free programming, art installations, fitness activities, and cultural events.

"Summer Streets redefines our public spaces, turning city streets into dynamic avenues of movement, culture, and creativity," stated Commissioner Rodriguez. "This significant expansion of Summer Streets underscores the Adams administration's dedication to fostering more vibrant and inclusive streets – places where community life can truly flourish alongside how we navigate our city."

Your Guide to the 2025 Summer Streets Schedule: Don't Miss a Mile!

Mark your calendars! Here's a detailed breakdown of where and when you can experience the magic of car-free streets:

• Saturday, July 26th: Queens & Staten Island Kick-Off!
  • Queens: Stroll along Vernon Blvd, from 44th Drive to 30th Drive, offering breathtaking views of the Long Island City and Astoria waterfronts.
  • Staten Island: Discover a brand-new Summer Streets route on Forest Ave, stretching from Broadway to Bard Ave.
• Saturdays, August 2nd, 9th, 16th: Manhattan Takes Center Stage!
  • Experience the epic continuous route from the Brooklyn Bridge to Dyckman Street. This journey takes you along Lafayette Street and Park Avenue to 110th Street, across 110th to Broadway, and finally up to Dyckman Street.
  • Harlem Rest Stop: A vibrant hub will come alive on Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd from 110th to 125th Street, featuring lively performances, wellness activities, and local programming.
• Saturday, August 23rd: The Bronx & Brooklyn Grand Finale!
  • The Bronx: Explore the iconic Grand Concourse, from East Tremont Ave to Mosholu Parkway, opening a crucial corridor through the West and North Bronx.
  • Brooklyn: Enjoy Eastern Parkway, from Grand Army Plaza to Buffalo Ave, connecting the vibrant neighborhoods of Prospect Heights and Brownsville along the historic Caribbean Day Parade route.

More Than Just Open Roads: Exciting New Programming Awaits!

This year's expanded Summer Streets program offers a fantastic lineup of new and engaging events for all ages:

Photo Credit: NYC DOT

• NYRR Start Line Series: In collaboration with New York Road Runners (NYRR), the NYC DOT introduces a fantastic initiative: free, beginner-level community run and walk events! The series launches in Queens on July 26th and continues in Brooklyn on August 23rd. Both events promise fun activities and games for kids. Registration is open now – don't miss out!
• Bike New York's Together We Ride: On Saturday, August 2nd, join the inaugural Together We Ride – a guided group ride along the entire Manhattan Summer Streets route, from Foley Square to Inwood. This event, a partnership with Bike New York, celebrates the benefits of open streets and sustainable transportation. All skill levels are welcome to enjoy a relaxed, social pace. Registered riders will receive an official "Together We Ride" Summer Streets bib. Registration is free at BIKE.NYC.
• Free Citi Bike Day Passes: Courtesy of Lyft, grab free Citi Bike Day Passes on all event days! Simply use promo code LYFTSUMMER25 on the Citi Bike App.
• Interactive Public Art: Immerse yourself in a bold array of public art installations, curated through an open call by NYC DOT Art. Highlights include:
  • Mookntaka's Friends and Follies: These delightful inflatable sculptures will bring joy and spontaneous play to the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
  • Acrylicize's Collective Bloom: Discover this interactive sculpture in Manhattan, which harnesses human energy to spark change.
  • NYC Art Stop Letters: Back with fresh designs from illustrators Yuke Li and Tou Yia Xiong, these artistic letters will be on view at rest stops citywide.

Summer Streets is proudly presented in partnership with WABC-TV, the official media sponsor. Generous additional sponsors include ALOHA Protein Bars, Brooklyn FC, C4 Performance Energy®, Chamber of Mothers, Coca-Cola, Grand Central Terminal®, MUSH, Remitly, RYZE, siggi’s, Stonyfield, and Yerba Madre.

Are you ready to experience New York City like never before? Which Summer Streets route are you most excited to explore?