Arts & Entertainment

The 'Soccer Streets' series will travel to 50 schools across the five boroughs, turning car-free blocks into day-long soccer pitches, block parties and community celebrations leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A free staging “Julius Caesar” comes to Carroll Park, as Smith Street Stage continues its tradition of outdoor Shakespeare productions in Brooklyn.

Atelier Artist, a Haitian arts group, launches a monthlong residency in Brooklyn featuring artist Riva Nyri Précil with live performances and community programming.

The 2026 season opens on June 4, with Sheila E., joined by funk rocker Leon Knight and internationally recognized DJ Spinna.

After a fire destroyed its home base in Red Hook, the Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition returns with an exhibition at Powerhouse Arts.

Keisha Scarville, winner of the 2026 UOVO Prize, brings an intimate meditation through her photography and installations in Bushwick and at the Brooklyn Museum this season.

Programming includes performances, markets, movie screenings and family-friendly events through October.

Scheduled performers include Al Di Meola, John Scofield, Bill Frisell, Mike Stern, Vernon Reid of Living Colour, Alex Skolnick of Testament, Eric Gales, Joel Harrison, Jackie Venson, Greg Koch, Andy McKee, Adam Rogers and Ally Venable.

"Sounds That Move," a three-day music festival on Scott Avenue, will feature five stages with live music, panels and workshops.

Events are planned for Herbert Von King Park and Brooklyn Bridge Park.