Council Member Marte is always excited to partner with community groups and organizations across Lower Manhattan on free events throughout the year. Below you’ll find a list of upcoming events for families, seniors, pets, and more. We hope to see you soon!
Carnival del Pueblo
This free community event is being organized to celebrate Dominican culture while bringing together families, community organizations, local businesses, and city agencies in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Our goal is to honor the rich history and contributions of the Dominican community while providing resources, cultural programming, music, entertainment, and free meals for local families.
Where: P.S. 134 Sol Lain Playground, 290 East Broadway
When: Saturday, August 22, 3pm-5pm
Little Italy, Mulberry Street Summer 2026 Performances
All are welcome at Mulberry Street to enjoy Italian heritage performances outside of the Italian American Museum on Saturdays throughout the summer!
Where: Mulberry Street, Little Italy
When: July 11th-August 15, 2pm-5pm
Monthly Free Legal Consultations with the Asian American Bar Association of New York
The Asian American Bar Association of New York is hosting monthly free 30-minute legal consultations at 111 Norfolk Street on every third Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Interpreters are available.
Where: 111 Norfolk St
When: August 19; September 16, October 21, November 18
LES Bands 17: Lower East Side Showtime
Free annual outdoor concert hosted by Lower East Side Creative People in Action, with live performances by: Luckiee Streak Band, Kiki & the Fellas, Monia Amore, Musicians House Band, Annette Taylor, and more!
Where: 280 Henry Street between Montgomery and Grand Streets, 10002
When: Saturday, August 29, 2pm-6pm
LES Coolest Block Contest
Sign up for the Coolest Block contest with neighbors, family, or coworkers! Keep street trees on your block clean and healthy for the chance to win an award from the Lower East Side Ecology Center.
Where: Lower East Side, East Village, Chinatown
When: June to September
City Hall Greenmarket
Every Tuesday throughout the summer, buy fresh and local produce and more at the Grow NYC City Hall Greenmarket!
Where: Broadway and Chambers Street
When: Tuesdays (May to November), 8am to 4pm
Tribeca Greenmarket
Every Saturday throughout the year, buy fresh and local produce and more at the Grow NYC Tribeca Greenmarket!
Where: Greenwich and Chambers Streets
When: Saturdays, 8am to 2pm
Bowling Green Greenmarket
Every Tuesday throughout the summer, buy fresh and local produce and more at the Grow NYC Bowling Green Greenmarket!
Where: Broadway and Battery Place
When: Tuesdays (May to November), 8am to 3pm