Wave Hill Weekly Events (Jun 19 – Jun 26) | Pride in the Garden

 

Wave Hill’s 60th Anniversary is right around the corner! Join us for a weekend of festivities. Learn about the biodiverse wonderland that has thrived for decades in this hidden haven in New York City. The gardens invite you for the rare opportunity of the celebration to picnic on the laws and enjoy performance into the night, a sign of the long, warm, summer nights to come! 

 

Be Inspired! Celebrating Wave Hill at 60 

June 5  –  June 8, 2025, All Day  

Experience four days filled with inspiration, creativity, and joy for all ages!  

Free Admission on Thursday. Regular Admission pricing applies on Friday. Saturday and Sunday are premium admission days – purchase tickets by June 6 and save $3 on each ticket! Members enjoy free admission. 

 

 

June is a month of extravaganza! It is a time to be your most authentic self, as grand as the trees on the grounds and as colorful as the blooming flowers across the garden. Wave Hill invites you to be loud and proud at Pride in the Garden. Awaken your creative side with DIY art projects and stellar exhibitions. Embrace the community and nature around us with birding. Stick around for an evening of performances and dance the night away! 

 

 

Gardens: 

 

Garden Highlights Walk 

Sun, Jun 22, 2:00PM – 3:00PM 

Free with admission to the grounds   

Registration not required.   

Take a leisurely guided walk with a Wave Hill Garden Guide to observe early summer garden highlights. All are welcome! 

 

 

Nature: 

 

Pride Birding 

Sun, Jun 22, 9:30AM – 11:00AM 

Registration encouraged 

Connect with other nature lovers as Brooklyn-based birder Hannah Kirshenbaum from NYC Queer Birders leads this special birding walk in celebration of Pride month. 

 

 

Art:  

 

Public Gallery Tour 

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00PM – 3:00PM   

Free with admission to the grounds  

Registration not required. 

Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden between nature, culture and site. 

 

 

Family:  

 

Family Art Project: Colorful Critters 

Sat, Jun 21, 10:00AM – 1:00PM 

Sun, Jun 22, 10:00AM – 1:00PM   

Free with admission to the grounds  

Registration not required. 

Explore rainbows in nature by learning about how animals get their colors! Then, make your critter and set the scene by crafting a diorama of your favorite colorful creature’s habitat. This project was designed by participants of our ACES internship program. At 11:30am families can enjoy a Pride Month-inspired storytime program in the Gund Theater; all ages welcome. 

 

 

Wellness: 

 

Yoga in the Garden 

Sun, Jun 22, 10:00AM – 11:00AM    

Registration encouraged   

Root your feet in the grass and look out upon the vistas as you enjoy a gentle beginner yoga class led by Susie Caramancia. All levels are welcome.    

 

 

Special Events: 

 

Pride in the Garden 

Sun, Jun 22, 11:00AM – 1:30PM  

Happy Pride Month at Wave Hill! Spend a day in the garden filled with activities for all ages highlighting community, acceptance, self-expression, and joy. Take inspiration from the rainbow at the Family Art Project. Connect with other nature lovers at Pride Birding. Meet with Destination Tomorrow, the Bronx’s LGBTQ+ center for valuable resources and support.  

Experience a dance battle showdown and be entertained by dazzling performances with the one and only Princess Lockerooo. 

 

Fabulosity: Waacking for Pride at Wave Hill 

Sun, Jun 22, 4:30PM – 7:00PM 

Free with admission to the grounds 

Registration encouraged. 

This Pride, we’re bringing you Fabulosity – a spectacular Waacking battle! Waacking, rooted in resistance, self-love, and unapologetic expression, Waacking is a dance form that continues to inspire and unite communities across the globe. Witness an all-star showdown, hosted by the Queen of Waacking, Princess Lockerooo, and featuring the incredible Jada Valenciaga, one of NYC’s most celebrated drag performers.   

 

Afternoon Tea 

Tues, Jun 24, 11:00AM – 1:30PM 

7 Day Advanced Booking Required 

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 11:00AM or 1:30PM, enjoy delicious tea sandwiches and delectable pastries with a specialty tea selection served on our Kate French Terrace, provided by our exclusive partner Great Performances. Due to the nature of the event, no substitutions or changes are available. 

 

 

HOURS STARTING MARCH 15: 10AM–5:30PM, Tuesday–Sunday  

Shuttle Service Free from Subway and Metro-North, Saturday–Sunday 

Information at 718.549.3200. On the web at wavehill.org.   

MAYOR ADAMS, NYPD COMMISSIONER TISCH ANNOUNCE NEW YORK CITY HAS SEEN LOWEST NUMBER OF SHOOTINGS AND HOMICIDES IN RECORDED HISTORY YEAR-TO-DATE

 

From January 2025 – May 20205, City Saw Lowest Number of Shootings and Homicides in Recorded History 

  

Massive Declines Follow May 2025 Shootings and Homicides Hitting Lowest Level for Any May in Recorded History 

  

Comes As Adams Administration Has Removed 22,000+ Illegal Guns Since Taking Office 

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Jessica Tisch today announced that, from January 1, 2025 through May 31, 2025, New York City saw the lowest number of shootings and homicides in recorded history. The record-low crime statistics come after May also saw historic lows for both categories and builds on the Adams administration’s work to remove more than 22,000 illegal guns from New York City streets since coming into office.  

  

“When I took the oath of office as mayor, I made a promise that we would make this city safer and that we would drive down crime. Today, the numbers prove that we have not just kept that promise — we have exceeded it. I am exceptionally proud to share that from January 2025 to May 2025, New York City saw the lowest number of shootings and homicides in recorded history. This is not just a statistical win — these numbers represent thousands of New Yorkers who are alive today and safer today, families who can sleep more soundly at night, and communities that are thriving because they know their city isn’t just coming back from the throes of the pandemic — it is back,” said Mayor Adams. “These historic achievements are the direct result of our administration’s commitment to precision policing, strategic deployment of resources, and the tireless dedication of the brave men and women of the NYPD. Our officers have also removed over 22,000 illegal firearms from our streets, including dangerous ghost guns that have no place in our communities. Equally as important, these results reflect our focus on upstream solutions and our unprecedented investments in our young New Yorkers, because we know that preventing crime starts with providing opportunity to the next generation. But let’s be clear: we are not even close to done. It’s not enough for New Yorkers to be safer — they must feel safer, too. We are building on this momentum with our NYPD Quality of Life Division and surging multi-agency resources to neighborhoods that need them most through our Community Link program. Together, and every single day, we are building a safer, stronger city for all 8.5 million New Yorkers.” 

  

“Today, the mayor announced an unprecedented achievement: the lowest number of shootings and homicides in recorded history over the first five months of the year,” said NYPD Commissioner Tisch. “Results like this never happen by accident, and certainly not at a time when the state’s criminal justice laws have made a revolving door out of our criminal justice system. Here’s how your mayor and your NYPD cops delivered the safest January – May for gun violence in New York City: three-plus years of relentlessly going after guns on our streets and a data-driven policing strategy that puts more cops in the right places at the right times to do what they do better than anyone else in the world. We will not let up. Our summer violence reduction plan is bold and aggressive and designed to continue driving the same historic safety gains.” 

  

From January 2025 – May 2025, New York City recorded 264 shootings. The previous record low was in 2018, when New York City recorded 267 shootings over the same time period. From January 2025 – May 2025, New York City recorded 112 homicides. The previous record low was in 2017 and 2014, when New York City recorded 113 homicides over the same time period.  

 

In May 2025 alone, New York City recorded 54 shootings and 18 homicides. The previous record low was set in 2019, when New York City recorded 61 shootings and 19 homicides.  

Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation and Directs State Office Buildings and Landmarks to Illuminate in Celebration of Pride Month

 

LGBTQ+ Progress Pride Flags To Be Raised and State Landmarks To Illuminate Across New York State on June 1, Marking Commencement of Pride Month

New York City To Host Annual Pride Month March on June 29, One of the Largest Pride Marches and Pride Events in the World

Governor Kathy Hochul directed state office buildings and landmarks to illuminate in the colors of the Pride flag and raise LGBTQ+ progress Pride flags today, June 1, to celebrate New York’s LGBTQ+ community and mark the beginning of Pride month. The Governor also issued a proclamation designating June 2025 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Empire State. The Pride flag will be raised at the State Capitol, the Empire State Plaza and the Governor’s Executive Mansion.

“New York is the birthplace of the LGBTQ+ rights movement — members of the community have marched for equality since 1969, and every year one of the world’s largest Pride marches takes place in New York City,” Governor Hochul said. “Now more than ever, we are fighting to protect LGBTQ+ rights and protections — all New Yorkers deserve to be safe, heard and valued regardless of who they love or how they identify. New York is proud of its history and will always celebrate Pride.”

The following State landmarks will illuminate various colors of the Pride flag on June 1 and June 23-30, and Capital region landmarks will be lit the weekend of June 7-9:

• One World Trade Center
• Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
• Kosciuszko Bridge
• The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
• State Education Building
• Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
• Empire State Plaza
• State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
• Niagara Falls
• The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge
• Grand Central Terminal - Pershing Square Viaduct
• Albany International Airport Gateway
• MTA LIRR - East End Gateway at Penn Station
• Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal
• Moynihan Train Hall
• Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park

The Pride flag will be flown at the following State agencies and office buildings throughout New York State:

• New York State Capitol
• Empire State Plaza
• Governor’s Executive Mansion
• Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
• New York State Office of General Services
• New York State Department Of Transportation
• New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
• New York State Workers' Compensation Board
• Hampton Plaza
• Harriman Campus
• Ten Eyck
• Binghamton State Office Building
• Dulles State Office Building
• Henderson-Smith State Office Building
• State Preparedness Training Center (Oriskany)
• Homer Folks Facility
• Senator John H. Hughes State Office Building
• Utica State Office Building
• Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building
• Eleanor Roosevelt State Office Building
• Hudson Valley Transportation Management Center
• Perry B. Duryea State Office Building

Additionally, Governor Hochul announced that the Pride flag will be flown at the following State parks across New York State:

• Allegany State Park
• Artpark
• Bayard Cutting Arboretum
• Belmont Lake State Park
• Bethpage State Park
• Caleb Smith State Park
• Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
• Clermont State Historic Site
• Connetquot River State Park
• DF Riverbank State Park
• FDR Four Freedoms State Park
• FDR State Park
• Gantry Plaza State Park
• Green Lakes State Park
• Hamlin State Park
• Hempstead Lake State Park
• Hither Hills State Park
• Jones Beach State Park
• Lake Taghkanic State Park
• Letchworth State Park
• Marsha P Johnson State Park
• Mills-Norrie State Park
• Montauk Downs State Park
• Niagara Falls State Park
• Orient Beach State Park
• Philipse Manor Hall
• Planting Fields State Park
• Robert Moses State Park
• Roberto Clemente State Park
• Saratoga Spa State Park
• Shirley Chisholm State Park
• Sunken Meadow State Park
• Taconic State Park State Park
• Valley Stream State Park
• Wellesley Island State Park

Throughout her positions in local and state government, Governor Hochul has championed policies and made investments to support marginalized New Yorkers. A national leader in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, she signed legislation to make New York a safe haven for LGBTQ+ youth and paved the way for an Equal Rights Amendment to be embedded in the New York State Constitution.

The LGBTQ+ community has been no stranger to the Trump administration’s attacks and the federal government’s pursuit to strip away rights and protections from people who are trying to be themselves. These attacks have dismantled years of civil rights progress and advocacy, rolling back protections for LGBTQ+ individuals and sheltering accessibility to information for individuals who are seeking to learn more about their identity and receive gender-affirming care.

Every year, New York City is home to one of the world’s largest Pride marches and Pride events in the world. This year, the Pride march will take place on June 29 — annually, the last Sunday in June — and throughout June, Empire State Development’s Division of Tourism/I LOVE NY will continue to encourage tourists to discover all the events and destinations awaiting them across New York State through I LOVE NY LGBTQ. The I LOVE NY LGBTQ website features travel guides, blogs and a Pride event calendar with events taking place throughout New York State. For more information on LGBTQ travel and Pride events, click here.