Summer in New York City is an unbeatable experience. At ParkRoll, we understand the struggle of saving expenses, so here’s our guide to budget friendly NYC summer must-dos.
From rooftop dinners and outdoor concerts to baseball games, festivals, waterfront activities, and long days exploring the city, it can be overwhelming and expensive. For tourists and locals alike, popular neighborhoods and special attractions make finding parking almost impossible.
Don’t let parking put a stop to your summer plans because ParkRoll has you covered. Our smart parking technology makes it so you can see all that NYC has to offer this summer. With ParkRoll, you can forget about searching for a space and spend more time enjoying everything New York has to offer.
- Enjoy Outdoor Live Music
Some free live events this summer include Outdoor Music Festivals like SummerStage andBRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Festival. Another great option would be visiting the Battery Dance Festival, where you can enjoy open-air dance.
As with all festivals, account for parking and don’t make parking a last-minute hassle.
- Explore A New York Farmers Market
Summer is the perfect time to explore New York’s farmer’s markets! Each borough has a farmers market to explore, making it the perfect treat to end off your week. Spend the afternoon sampling new foods, supporting local vendors, or sightseeing in one of the city’s many neighborhoods.
Because these events often take place in busy areas with limited street parking, planning your parking ahead of time can make the day much easier.
- Check out NYC’s Waterfront
Take a walk alongside the Hudson River, spend an afternoon at the park overlooking Brooklyn Bridge, or view the East River waterfront.
Be wary, waterfront destinations attract large crowds during warm summer weekends and parking availability varies significantly, so make sure to plan ahead.
- Let’s Get Active
Bryant Park and all borough neighborhood parks offer free park yoga for active and wellness oriented communities. Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 2 Roller Rink offers free admission windows for roller skating.
- Catch Some Theater
Broadway shows are a New York classic year round, but a show during summertime offers an escape from the heat. A free theater option includes Shakespeare in the Park, but you could also catch any of the outdoor movie screenings across the five boroughs.
If you’re driving into Manhattan, however, you’ll want to think about parking before curtain drop.
How To Make Summer Parking Easier
Summertime in NYC means:
- Heavy traffic
- Increased parking demand
- Longer search times for a spot
- Full/crowded garages
- Higher stress for everyone involved
This is where ParkRoll plays a role.
At ParkRoll, we’re bringing convenient parking to you through a digital parking marketplace, showing you available parking spaces throughout the city. Instead of circling for hours, drivers can pay and plan ahead of time for parking before reaching their destination.
Let ParkRoll Take Care of the Planning
Your visit to New York should be about where you want to go, not worrying about where you’re going to park.
With ParkRoll, drivers can discover convenient parking options while property owners can turn underutilized spaces into valuable revenue opportunities. So visit that broadway show, reserve that dinner spot, and remember to ParkRoll your parking.