📅 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 | 📰 Published by: Howard Weiss, Press Photographer
🗽 NYC Events Guide: March 15-21, 2026
Your complete guide to the most exciting things happening across all five boroughs this week!
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Your complete guide to the most exciting things happening across all five boroughs this week! From the NYC Half Marathon and St. Patrick’s Day Parades to cultural festivals, farmers markets, and hidden gems — we’ve got every event you need to know about. As a press photographer covering NYC for years, I’ve curated this list with photographer-friendly highlights and the best photo opportunities marked with 📸.
🔥 This Week’s Highlights
🏃 Sunday 3/15
NYC Half Marathon + Brooklyn & Bronx St. Patrick’s Parades
☘️ Tuesday 3/17
Manhattan St. Patrick’s Day Parade on 5th Ave (MAJOR!)
🌸 All Week
The Orchid Show at NY Botanical Garden
🕌 Friday 3/20
Eid al-Fitr Celebrations Across NYC
📅 SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2026
🏃 MAJOR EVENTS & PARADES
2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon 📸 HOT PHOTO OP
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Starts at Grand Army Plaza (Brooklyn) → Ends at Central Park (Manhattan)
🛣️ Route: Eastern Parkway → Washington Ave → Central Park
🏙️ Borough: Brooklyn to Manhattan
📱 GPS Address for Start Line: Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11238
📱 GPS Address for Finish Line: Central Park South & Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019
📸 Why Go: Over 25,000 runners take over the streets! Best photo spots: Grand Army Plaza start line, Central Park finish line, and along Eastern Parkway. Expect incredible energy, colorful costumes, and emotional finish line moments.
Bronx St. Patrick’s Day Parade 📸 HOT PHOTO OP
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Lafayette Avenue between East Tremont Avenue and Swinton Avenue
🏙️ Borough: The Bronx
📱 GPS Address: Lafayette Ave & E Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY 10465
📸 Why Go: The Bronx’s biggest St. Patrick’s celebration! Expect marching bands, bagpipers, Irish dancers, and community pride. Great for capturing authentic neighborhood culture and colorful costumes.
Brooklyn St. Patrick’s Parade 📸 HOT PHOTO OP
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Prospect Park West between 9th Street and 14th Street
🏙️ Borough: Brooklyn
📱 GPS Address: Prospect Park West & 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
📸 Why Go: Brooklyn’s massive St. Patrick’s celebration along Prospect Park! Perfect for capturing bagpipe bands, elaborate floats, and families in green. The park backdrop makes for stunning photos.
🌾 FARMERS MARKETS
Murray Hill Farmers Market
⏰ 5:30 AM – 7:30 PM
📱 GPS: 2nd Ave & E 32nd St, New York, NY 10016
Park Slope Farmers Market
⏰ 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: 4th St & 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Carroll Gardens Greenmarket
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📱 GPS: Carroll St & Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Columbia Greenmarket
⏰ 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: Broadway & W 114th St, New York, NY 10025
Cortelyou Greenmarket
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📱 GPS: Cortelyou Rd & Rugby Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Forest Hills Greenmarket
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📱 GPS: Queens Blvd & 70th Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Jackson Heights Greenmarket
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📱 GPS: 34th Ave & 79th St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
🎨 CULTURE & NATURE
The Orchid Show at NY Botanical Garden 📸 HOT PHOTO OP
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: New York Botanical Garden
🏙️ Borough: The Bronx
📱 GPS Address: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
📸 Why Go: Thousands of orchids in every shape, color, and size! A stunning visual feast and perfect for photography. This is one of NYC’s most beautiful annual exhibitions — great for capturing macro shots, vibrant colors, and romantic moments.
Birding: Winter Waterfowl 🦆
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
🏙️ Borough: Brooklyn/Queens
💰 Price: FREE
📱 GPS Address: Vermont Pl & Highland Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11207
📸 Why Go: Perfect for nature photography! Join Urban Park Rangers to spot winter waterfowl. All skill levels welcome — great opportunity for wildlife shots.
Women’s History Month: Historic Women of Central Park 📸
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
🏙️ Borough: Manhattan
📱 GPS Address: E 60th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
📸 Why Go: Tour through Central Park to sites honoring historic women figures. Combines history, nature, and photography in NYC’s most iconic park.
Historic New York: Sunset Park Finntown
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🏙️ Borough: Brooklyn
📱 GPS Address: 41st St & 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232 (Sunset Park)
📸 Why Go: Explore the history of the Finnish enclave that thrived in Sunset Park. Great for capturing neighborhood character and learning about NYC’s immigrant heritage.
Birding: American Woodcocks 📸
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🏙️ Borough: The Bronx
📱 GPS Address: Pelham Bay Nature Center, 815 Shore Rd, Bronx, NY 10464
📸 Why Go: Evening nature walk to learn about the “wacky world of woodcocks” — these bizarre birds have an incredible mating display. Perfect for golden hour photography!
🤝 COMMUNITY & VOLUNTEERING
It’s My Park at Cottages Hill New Brighton Park
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📱 GPS: 501 Jersey St, Staten Island, NY 10301
Volunteer with HEALTH for Youths to help maintain the community garden. Add to Calendar
Wake Up the Farm Day
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📱 GPS: Randall’s Island Urban Farm, Randall’s Island, NY 10035
Volunteers work for two hours then celebrate a new season! Add to Calendar
Community Recycling Event – Borough Park
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 💰 FREE
📱 GPS: 1530 60th St, Brooklyn, NY 11219
DSNY pop-up e-waste & textile recycling event. Add to Calendar
Community Recycling Event – East Flatbush
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 💰 FREE
📱 GPS: 2530 Church Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226
DSNY pop-up e-waste & textile recycling event. Add to Calendar
🏃♂️ FITNESS & RUNS
NYRR Open Run: Conference House Park
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 💰 FREE
📱 GPS: 298 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10307
Free 5K community-led run. Add to Calendar
NYRR Open Run: Cunningham Park
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📱 GPS: 196-10 Union Tpke, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
Free 5K community-led run. Add to Calendar
NYRR Open Run: Marine Park
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📱 GPS: 2150 Burnett St, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Free 5K community-led run. Add to Calendar
🧘 FITNESS CLASSES
Hip Hop – Shape & Sweat
⏰ 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
📱 GPS: 1555 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Get ready to groove with style! Add to Calendar
Zumba
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📱 GPS: 3570 Reservoir Oval E, Bronx, NY 10467
High-energy dance fitness class. Add to Calendar
Discovery Hike: Vernal Pools 📸
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📱 GPS: 67th Ave & 230th St, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
Explore seasonal wetlands with Urban Park Rangers. Great for nature photography! Add to Calendar
Spring Germination Station
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📱 GPS: Suydam St & Irving Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Celebrate the end of winter with a plant-themed walk! Add to Calendar
🎯 SPORTS & YOUTH PROGRAMS
Girl’s Winter Softball Clinics (ages 6-12)
⏰ 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 💰 FREE
📱 GPS: 131-40 Fowler Ave, Flushing, NY 11355
All-girl’s softball program to get ready for the 2026 season. Add to Calendar
Girl’s Winter Softball Clinics (ages 13-17)
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📱 GPS: 131-20 Fowler Ave, Flushing, NY 11355
Softball clinic for teens. Add to Calendar
Shirley Chisholm: Swim Prep
⏰ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📱 GPS: 925 Dumont Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Swim class for ages 15+. Add to Calendar
🏛️ EXHIBITS & MUSEUMS
Alice’s Terracotta Garden Exhibit 📸
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📱 GPS: 70 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10307
NYC Parks and Tottenville Historical Society present a unique collection of terracotta garden art. Perfect for artistic photography! Add to Calendar
📅 MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
🧘 MORNING WELLNESS & FITNESS
Line Dancing
⏰ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📱 GPS: 990 Dumont Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Low impact dances that are easy to learn and enjoy! Add to Calendar
Zumba Gold®
⏰ 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
📱 GPS: 1501 Jerome Ave, Bronx, NY 10452
Low-impact workout with Latin and International music. Add to Calendar
Riverside Field House: Spring Bodyroll 📸
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📱 GPS: 322 W 102nd St, New York, NY 10025
Cathartic dance aerobics class with VIVA! Great energy for photos! Add to Calendar
Yoga en Español
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📱 GPS: 290 Morningside Dr, New York, NY 10027
Connect, balance and challenge yourself with Yoga in Spanish. Add to Calendar
🎨 CULTURE & EXHIBITS
The Orchid Show (Continues) 📸
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
Thousands of orchids in every shape, color, and size! Add to Calendar
💃 DANCE & FITNESS (AFTERNOON/EVENING)
BE BOLD: Ballet Programming 📸
⏰ 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
📱 GPS: 3570 Reservoir Oval E, Bronx, NY 10467
Ballet Explorations – Ballet Offers Leadership Development! Beautiful for dance photography! Add to Calendar
Zumba
⏰ 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
📱 GPS: 2307 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10033
High-energy dance fitness with Latin and International music. Add to Calendar
Latin Dance Fitness 📸
⏰ 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
📱 GPS: 760 Manida St, Bronx, NY 10474
Dance to salsa, bachata, merengue, 80’s and 90’s music! High energy and great for action shots! Add to Calendar
📅 TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026 — ☘️ ST. PATRICK’S DAY!
☘️ HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY! ☘️
Today is the big day! The world-famous NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches up 5th Avenue. Wear your green and join millions of New Yorkers celebrating Irish heritage!
🍀 MAIN EVENT
NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade 📸 HOT PHOTO OP – MUST SEE!
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 5th Avenue from 44th Street to 79th Street
🏙️ Borough: Manhattan
📱 GPS Address for Start: 5th Ave & 44th St, New York, NY 10036
📱 GPS Address for Mid-Route (St. Patrick’s Cathedral): 5th Ave & 50th St, New York, NY 10022
📱 GPS Address for End: 5th Ave & 79th St, New York, NY 10021
📸 Why Go: The OLDEST and LARGEST St. Patrick’s Day parade in the world! Over 150,000 marchers and 2 million spectators. Best photo spots: St. Patrick’s Cathedral steps, 5th Ave & 59th St (Central Park), and anywhere along the route with cathedral backdrop. Expect bagpipers, Irish dancers, politicians, and incredible green attire everywhere!
🎯 Pro Tips: Arrive early (by 10 AM) for best viewing spots. The parade steps off at 11 AM sharp. Bring a step stool for elevated shots over crowds.
🎨 ONGOING EXHIBITIONS
The Orchid Show (Continues) 📸
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
Escape the parade crowds and enjoy thousands of orchids! Add to Calendar
📅 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
🎨 EXHIBITS & CULTURE
The Orchid Show (Continues) 📸
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
Thousands of orchids in every shape, color, and size! Add to Calendar
🧘 WELLNESS & FITNESS
Zumba Gold®
⏰ 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
📱 GPS: 1501 Jerome Ave, Bronx, NY 10452
Low-impact workout with Latin and International music. Add to Calendar
Zumba
⏰ 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
📱 GPS: 2307 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10033
High-energy dance fitness. Add to Calendar
📅 THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026
🎨 EXHIBITS & CULTURE
The Orchid Show (Continues) 📸
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
Thousands of orchids in every shape, color, and size! Add to Calendar
🧘 WELLNESS & FITNESS
Zumba Gold®
⏰ 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
📱 GPS: 1501 Jerome Ave, Bronx, NY 10452
Low-impact workout with Latin and International music. Add to Calendar
Zumba
⏰ 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
📱 GPS: 2307 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10033
High-energy dance fitness. Add to Calendar
📅 FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026 — 🕌 EID AL-FITR
🕌 EID MUBARAK! 🕌
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan. Join NYC’s vibrant Muslim community in celebrating with prayers, feasts, and festivals across all five boroughs!
🕌 EID AL-FITR CELEBRATIONS
Note: Eid al-Fitr celebrations take place at mosques and community centers throughout NYC. Check local mosques for prayer times and community gatherings.
Major NYC Mosques (GPS Addresses):
- Islamic Cultural Center of NY: 1711 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10128
- Al-Khoei Foundation: 137-44 41st Ave, Flushing, NY 11355
- Islamic Center at NYU: 238 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012
- Masjid Al-Aman: 2033 Ralph Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234
🎨 EXHIBITS & CULTURE
The Orchid Show (Continues) 📸
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
Thousands of orchids in every shape, color, and size! Add to Calendar
📅 SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
🎨 EXHIBITS & CULTURE
The Orchid Show (Final Weekend!) 📸
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📱 GPS: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10451
Thousands of orchids in every shape, color, and size! Add to Calendar
📸 PHOTOGRAPHER’S GUIDE: TOP 10 PHOTO OPS THIS WEEK
As a press photographer, here are my top picks for the best photo opportunities this week:
- NYC Half Marathon Finish Line (Sunday 3/15) — GPS: Central Park South & Columbus Circle — Emotional moments as runners cross the finish line
- NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Tuesday 3/17) — GPS: 5th Ave & 50th St (St. Patrick’s Cathedral) — Bagpipers, Irish dancers, cathedral backdrop
- The Orchid Show (All Week) — GPS: 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx — Stunning macro shots and vibrant colors
- Brooklyn St. Patrick’s Parade (Sunday 3/15) — GPS: Prospect Park West & 9th St — Prospect Park backdrop with community energy
- Bronx St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Sunday 3/15) — GPS: Lafayette Ave & E Tremont Ave — Authentic neighborhood culture
- Birding: American Woodcocks (Sunday 3/15, 7 PM) — GPS: 815 Shore Rd, Bronx — Golden hour nature photography
- Historic Women of Central Park (Sunday 3/15) — GPS: E 60th St & 5th Ave — History and NYC’s most iconic park
- BE BOLD Ballet Programming (Monday 3/16) — GPS: 3570 Reservoir Oval E, Bronx — Dance photography with beautiful lighting
- Latin Dance Fitness (Monday 3/16) — GPS: 760 Manida St, Bronx — High-energy action shots
- Alice’s Terracotta Garden (Daily) — GPS: 70 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island — Unique artistic outdoor museum
💰 FREE EVENTS THIS WEEK
Looking for budget-friendly activities? Here are all the FREE events happening this week:
- NYRR Open Runs — Conference House Park, Cunningham Park, Marine Park (Sunday) — FREE
- Birding: Winter Waterfowl — Brooklyn/Queens (Sunday) — FREE
- Community Recycling Events — Borough Park & East Flatbush (Sunday) — FREE
- Girl’s Winter Softball Clinics — Queens (Sunday) — FREE for ages 6-12
- All Farmers Markets — Various locations (Sunday) — FREE to browse
- Zumba & Fitness Classes — Multiple recreation centers (Daily) — FREE
- Yoga Classes — Libraries and community centers (Daily) — FREE
- NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade — 5th Avenue (Tuesday) — FREE to watch!
🎬 FILM & TV PRODUCTIONS IN NYC THIS WEEK
New York City is Hollywood East! Here’s where you might spot film and TV productions shooting around the city. Warning: Film schedules change frequently — always check the official sources below before heading out!
🎬 Lights, Camera, NYC!
NYC is one of the busiest film production centers in the world! Keep your eyes open for cameras, trailers, and maybe even your favorite stars.
📍 WHERE TO FIND CURRENT FILMING LOCATIONS
Official Sources for Film Permits:
- 🎬 Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment: nyc.gov/mome — Official NYC film permits
- 📱 @MadeInNY on Twitter/X: Daily filming notices posted each morning
- 🌐 On Location Vacations: onlocationvacations.com — Fan-reported sightings
- 📺 Seeing Stars NYC: seeingstarsnyc.blogspot.com — Celebrity sighting blog
🎥 POPULAR NYC FILMING LOCATIONS
These locations are frequently used for film and TV shoots. You might spot a production even if it’s not officially listed!
Manhattan
- Times Square (Broadway & 42nd St)
- Central Park (multiple entrances)
- Washington Square Park
- Wall Street / Financial District
- Brooklyn Bridge
- 5th Avenue (shopping scenes)
- Lower East Side neighborhoods
Brooklyn
- Williamsburg (hipster vibes)
- DUMBO (waterfront views)
- Brooklyn Heights (brownstones)
- Coney Island (boardwalk scenes)
- Prospect Park
- Greenpoint (industrial scenes)
- Bushwick (street art backdrop)
Queens & The Bronx
- Flushing Meadows Corona Park
- Arthur Avenue (Bronx’s Little Italy)
- Yankee Stadium area
- Long Island City waterfront
- Astoria (Greek neighborhood)
- Rockaway Beach
- Highbridge Park
🎯 TIPS FOR SPOTTING FILM SHOOTS
- Look for “No Parking” signs: Orange signs posted 24-48 hours before filming indicate where productions will be
- Spot the trucks: White trucks with equipment and trailers are a dead giveaway
- Follow the cables: Thick black cables running along sidewalks lead to sets
- Check for catering: Craft services tents often set up near filming locations
- Follow film crews: Crew members wearing lanyards and headsets will be visible
- Early morning & late night: Many productions film during “golden hour” or overnight
📺 CURRENTLY FILMING IN NYC (2026 Season)
These shows are known to film regularly in NYC. Check the sources above for specific dates and locations:
Law & Order: SVU
Various NYC locations
Law & Order: Organized Crime
Manhattan
FBI / FBI: Most Wanted
Lower Manhattan
Blue Bloods
Brooklyn & Manhattan
Only Murders in the Building
Upper West Side
And Just Like That…
Manhattan
The Walking Dead: Dead City
Various NYC
East New York
Brooklyn
Late Night with Seth Meyers
30 Rock, Manhattan
The Tonight Show
30 Rock, Manhattan
Saturday Night Live
30 Rock, Manhattan
Good Morning America
Times Square
⚠️ Important: Film permits are typically released 1-3 days before filming. Check the Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment website or follow @MadeInNY on social media for the most up-to-date filming notices!
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Written by Howard Weiss
Press photographer and founder of NYC In Focus, covering the people, places, and events that make New York City extraordinary. Have an event to share? Reach out at howard@nycinfocus.com
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