Harlem Week

The Harlem Connection Radio Show
2026-08-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | https://thepositivecommunity.com/positive-community-radio
7PM-9PM on https://thepositivecommunity.com/positive-community-radio
The Harlem Connection Radio Show regularly connects you to the history and magic of Harlem, USA via the music of your favorite artists — and ones you’re about to discover. This week features artists who’ve graced HARLEM WEEK stages over the past 51 years and previews those that will in 2026.

Children's Corner - Books On The Move, "Mommy Moment"
2026-08-10 10:00 - 11:00

HARLEM WEEK HACK-A-THON
2026-08-10 12:00 - 14:00
Young people, Ages 12 – 21 are brought together to work in teams to solve challenges or “Hack” problems using technology. This year’s challenge to the young people is “How can young people use knowledge, technology, and teamwork to improve their schools, careers, and communities?”
Prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams and we all win because we get to see the brilliance of our young people.

HARLEM WEEK YOUTH CONFERENCE
2026-08-10 18:00 - 20:00
Young people come together to discuss what they’re seeing and what’s affecting them daily. What are the problems, and what can be done to correct the problems. Youth are talking and sharing with each other having real conversations.

Economic Development Day
2026-08-11 12:00 - 15:00
This event will feature key discussions on Community Development, Economic Development & Diversity, and Technology & Cyber-Security with experts in the related fields from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies to representatives from New York City & New York State Government.

Harlem On My Mind Conversations
2026-08-11 19:00 - 21:00
“Harlem on My Mind” showcases spirited, intergenerational conversations that span across a series of relevant cultural and historical topics with Harlem-inspired thought leaders whose work and influence significantly contribute to Harlem and the Harlem’s of the world.

NYC Jobs & Career Fair
2026-08-12 10:00 - 16:00 | The Great Hall, 160 Convent Ave, New York, New York, 10031, United States
The NYC Jobs & Careers Fair will feature over 40 employers and career development workshops
FEATURED CAREER FIELDS INCLUDE:
Banking & Finance • CityServices • Climate • Construction • Education • Health • Hospitality • Restaurants • Technology • Transportation and more

HARLEM WEEK/IMAGENATION FILM FESTIVAL
2026-08-12 16:00 - 21:30 | The Lee C. Bollinger Forum, 601 W 125th St, New York, NY, 10027, United States
THE GERALD BARCLAY RESIDENCY
This residency celebrates the work and legacy of acclaimed filmmaker Gerald K. Barclay through screenings, artist conversations, a master class, and a New York City premiere presentation. A centerpiece of the program will be the Shooting the Clan Master Class Workshop featuring Gerald K. Barclay and special participation by the RZA, offering audiences a unique exploration of filmmaking, hip-hop history, cultural preservation, and documentary storytelling. Additional program highlights include a screening of A Wu-Tang Experience: Live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre and the NYC premiere of The Assassination of President William R. Tolbert, Jr.

Harlem On My Mind Conversations: Fashion
2026-08-12 19:00 - 21:00

Black Health Matters/HARLEM WEEK
2026-08-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Riverside Church, 490 Riverside Drive, New York, New York, 10027, United States
Summit & Expo

Cultural Tourism Summit
2026-08-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel, 233 W 125th St, New York, New York, 10027, United States
Cultural institutions, small businesses, tourism professionals, and public, civic, and private sector leaders will gather to explore strategies to increase and sustain tourism throughout Harlem, the cultural capital of New York City and a global destination for heritage, history, and hospitality.

Harlem Summer Stage
2026-08-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Adam Clayton Powell Jr State Office Building, 163 W 125th Street, New York, New York, 10027, United States
In the heart of Harlem at the Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building, Harlem Summerstage has rapidly become THE place to be on summer Thursdays.

Banking & Finance For Small Business & Entrepreneurs
2026-08-13 18:00 - 20:30 | Chase Community Banking Center, 55 West 125th Street, New York, New York, 10027, United States
This evening workshop/reception will help entrepreneurs/small business owners deepen their business expertise and gain insights into establishing credit, accessing capital, marketing, networking, and more.

Harlem Summer Nights
2026-08-14 17:00 - 22:00 | 131st Street and 12th Avenue, 131st Street and 12th Avenue, New York, NY, 10027, United States
Friday night under the arches, food, music, and culture come together to create something New York has been waiting for — a culinary celebration that belongs to the people who make this city taste like itself.
The food and culture series that can’t be missed.

The Harlem Connection Radio Show
2026-08-15 06:00 - 08:00 | https://whcr.org/live-audio
On WHCR 90.3FM in Upper Manhattan/South Bronx or via WHCR.org/live-audio
The Harlem Connection Radio Show regularly connects you to the history and magic of Harlem, USA via the music of your favorite artists — and ones you’re about to discover. This week features artists who’ve graced HARLEM WEEK stages over the past 51 years and previews those that will in 2026.

NYC Summer Streets Celebrating HARLEM WEEK
2026-08-15 07:00 - 15:00 | 109th Street & Park Avenue – 125th Street & Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, 109th Street & Park Avenue - 125th Street & Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, New York, 10027, United States
A Saturday of non-stop fun on the streets of Harlem! New Yorkers and visitors are invited to come together for the things they love doing, including biking, walking, running, jumping, meditating, skipping, skating, dancing, and enjoying live music!

NYC Children’s Festival
2026-08-15 12:00 - 17:00 | West 135th Street between Malcolm X Blvd & 5th Avenue, West 135th Street between Malcolm X Blvd & 5th Avenue, New York, NY, 10037, United States
Kids between ages 5 to 12 years and their family members enjoy storytelling, children’s entertainment (performances showcasing tap dancers, dance troupes, step shows, hip hop, theater, poetry, vocalists, etc.), arts & crafts, double dutch competitions, face painting, information on health services, and more.

Summer In The City
2026-08-15 13:00 - 18:00
“Summer In The City,” our second largest day of events, offers a full day of activities. With performances from local, national and international artists, the highly anticipated HARLEM WEEK Fashion Shows – (Back-to-school, Uptown Flava and Clean & Classic), health testing stations and hundreds of food vendors, arts & crafts, music, jewelry, hats, sculptors, corporate exhibitors, and games.

Alex Trebek Harlem Children’s Spelling Bee
2026-08-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Schomburg Center For Research In Black Culture, 515 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, New York, 10037, United States
Children from 1st – 5th grade show off their spelling brilliance and win prizes. Everyone’s a winner!

HARLEM WEEK/IMAGENATION Outdoor Film Festival
2026-08-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Starting point 135th Street & St. Nicholas Avenue, Starting point 135th Street & St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, New York, 10027, United States
The HARLEM WEEK/IMAGENATION Outdoor Film Festival features a FREE Outdoor Film Screening Under the Stars on the Great Lawn of St Nicholas Park. Bring your Blankets, Snacks and the family and conclude Summer In The City with an evening at the movies.
FEATURED FILM: Afro-Punk
About the Film:The newly restored Afro-Punk focuses on the lives of four African Americans dedicated to the punk rock lifestyle. The documentary tackles several universal topics around Black identity: interracial dating, marginalization, the double consciousness of Black Americans, and notions of what it means to be Black.

NYC Children’s Festival (Day 2)
2026-08-16 12:00 - 17:00 | West 135th Street between Malcolm X Blvd & 5th Avenue, West 135th Street between Malcolm X Blvd & 5th Avenue, New York, NY, 10037, United States
Howard Bennett Playground
Kids between ages 5 to 12 years and their family members enjoy storytelling, children’s entertainment (performances showcasing tap dancers, dance troupes, step shows, hip hop, theater, poetry, vocalists, etc.), arts & crafts, double dutch competitions, face painting, information on health services, and more.

HARLEM DAY
2026-08-16 13:00 - 19:00
The day that started it all in 1974, HARLEM DAY is our largest and final day, featuring three stages of entertainment, the Harlem Health Village, Harlem Broadway Row, Performances from Broadway productions, local, national and international artists in various musical genres from Jazz, R&B, Hip-Hop, Gospel, Reggae, Soca, Latin and more, including the popular Sundae Sermon with special guest ADEVA, performances from Kwame, Afribembe CARNIVAL presented by the Caribbean Cultural CenterAfrican Diaspora Institute, HARLEM WEEK’s celebration of MAXWELL, and hundreds of food vendors, arts & crafts, music, jewelry, hats, sculptors, corporate exhibitors and games.
Plus hundreds of food vendors, arts & crafts, music, jewelry, hats, sculptors, corporate exhibitors, and games.

NYC Health Fair
2026-08-17 10:30 - 11:00 | 135th Street Bet Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. & Malcolm X Blvd., 135th Street & Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd., New York, 10030, United States

Wake Up Everybody/Express Yourself with Imhotep Gary Byrd
2026-08-17 10:30 - 11:30 | https://www.wbls.com
10:30AM-11AM on 107.5FM in the NYC tri-state area and https://www.wbls.com everywhere.
One of NYC’s top radio talk shows will focus on HARLEM WEEK.
