The Curious Uptowner

06/19/2026

Fun things to do this weekend in Harlem and beyond:
https://www.thecuriousuptowner.com/post/10-fun-things-to-do-in-harlem-and-washington-heights-this-weekend

06/16/2026

Live concerts, parades, and much more.

From parades to live concerts, there are loads of ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Harlem and beyond.

06/14/2026

Where were you when the Knicks became NBA champs?

06/13/2026

Where will you be watching the Knicks game tonight? Drop your favorite spot in the comments

06/12/2026

The 116th Street Festival in El Barrio, tours of the Highbridge Water Tower in Washington Heights—and more fun things to do this weekend:
https://www.thecuriousuptowner.com/post/10-fun-things-to-do-in-harlem-and-washington-heights-this-weekend

06/11/2026

The Apollo’s lights are back on, the Knicks won, and all feels right in the world for just a second. Here’s Bevy Smith counting down at The Apollo’s marquee relighting ceremony last night.

06/10/2026

If you're looking for local bars with watch parties, start here.

It's a great time to be a sports fan in New York: the Knicks are in the NBA finals and the 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday, June 11.If you're looking for a place to watch a game while grabbing a drink and soaking up the good vibes, below are some places to start.And for those seeking community....

06/09/2026

A new spot serving up scoops in flavors like bizcocho and coquito—plus more:

Ice cream season is officially here.Happily, Upper Manhattan has become a great place to find some truly memorable frozen desserts.It's home to a number of shops specializing in small-batch ice cream and gelato as well as a stylish spots where you can pull up to the counter for thick shakes and more...

06/08/2026

The free annual Museum Mile Festival returns this Tuesday, June 9.

The 48th Annual Museum Mile Festival—one of the city's best free cultural events—returns to the streets of East Harlem and the Upper East Side tomorrow, June 9, from 6pm to 9pm.Running up Fifth Avenue from 82nd to 110th Streets, this huge block party features free admission to eight major museum...

06/05/2026

Local hikes, a 2K run/walk hosted by the mayor, open gardens—plus more fun things to do this weekend in Harlem and beyond.
https://www.thecuriousuptowner.com/post/10-fun-things-to-do-in-harlem-and-washington-heights-this-weekend