Sunday, July 19, 2026

Wave Hill Weekly Events (Jul 23 – Jul 30) | Reach for the Stars at Wave Hill!

 

Enjoy the shining sun of the season from sunrise to sunset. Spend your evenings under the stars during Summer Fridays, pack a picnic for Sunset Wednesdays, or sail creative adventures with family crafts inspired by City of Water Day. However you choose to explore the gardens, take in the small magic of Wave Hill all week long.


Sunset Wednesdays 2026

Named by Time Out as one of the top “10 under-the-radar cultural experiences in NYC,” Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn.


Extended Hours: Summer Fridays

On select evenings this July, Wave Hill will be open late—offering time to slow down, wander, and experience the Garden as it softens into evening.


Nature & Wellness


Extended Hours: Summer Fridays

Free with admission to the grounds  
Registration not required.

On select evenings this July, Wave Hill will be open late—offering time to slow down, wander, and experience the Garden as it softens into evening


Summer Starry Skies

Advanced registration encouraged.

Spend an evening under the stars! Begin the night in Armor Hall for an introduction to the summer night sky with the Amateur Astronomers Association. Learn about the stars, planets, and galaxies that will be visible above Wave Hill and the helpful tools to locate them. 


Garden Highlights Walk

Free with admission to the grounds    
Registration not required.   

Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. Topics vary by season and the expertise of the Guide; each walk varies with the Guide leading it.


Art


Public Gallery Tour

Free with admission to the grounds     
Registration not required.   

Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationships between nature, culture, and site. Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden.  

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Sunset Wednesdays: Stella Cole

Premium Admission   
Registration not required.

With a voice that bridges generations, Stella Cole has cultivated nearly 2 million social media followers through her fresh interpretations of timeless songs by iconic artists, including Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, and Nat “King” Cole. Often described as a Laufey-meets-Bublé sensation, Cole brings a fresh interpretation of classic repertoire to a new generation.  


Family


Family Art Project: Set Sail!

Free with admission to the grounds     
Registration not required.

For City of Water Day we’ll learn about boats on the Hudson River. Make your own handmade sailboat or raft using a mixture of upcycled materials. Keep it as a small sculpture – or see if it floats! 


Special Events


Afternoon Tea

7-day Advanced Registration required

Enjoy delicious tea sandwiches and delectable pastries with a specialty tea selection every Tuesday and Thursday with seatings at 11AM or 2PM. Served on the Kate French Terrace or in our quaint Tea Room at historic Wave Hill House, Afternoon Teas are provided by our exclusive partner Great Performances whose menu uses local and seasonal ingredients, inspired from their own organic farm, Katchkie Farm.


Sunset Wednesdays

Premium Admission   
Registration not required.

Named by Time Out as one of the top “10 under-the-radar cultural experiences in NYC,” Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn. Pack a picnic and bring your favorite blanket or chair for an unforgettable summer evening as the sun sets over the Hudson River.  


HOURS STARTING MARCH 15: 10AM–4:30PM, Tuesday–Sunday  

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