*Schedule and event details are subject to change
Week of Events
Monday, August 10, 2026
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August 10, 2026 -Children’s Corner – Books On The Move, “Mommy Moment”
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August 10, 2026 -HARLEM WEEK HACK-A-THON
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August 10, 2026 -HARLEM WEEK YOUTH CONFERENCE
HARLEM WEEK HACK-A-THON
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,
HARLEM WEEK YOUTH CONFERENCE
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.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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August 11, 2026 -Economic Development Day
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August 11, 2026 -Harlem On My Mind Conversations
Economic Development Day
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
"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.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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August 12, 2026 -Harlem On My Mind Conversations: Fashion
Harlem On My Mind Conversations: Fashion
"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.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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August 13, 2026 -Black Health Matters/HARLEM WEEK
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August 13, 2026 -Banking & Finance For Small Business & Entrepreneurs
Black Health Matters/HARLEM WEEK
Join us for a full day of interactive programming on disease management and prevention. We will elevate discussions on asthma, chronic kidney disease, mental health, nutrition, and much more. Our world-class faculty will share evidence-based insights, and we’ll help you jump-start your fitness
Banking & Finance For Small Business & Entrepreneurs
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. RSVP: Click Here
Friday, August 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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Virtual EventAugust 15, 2026 -The Harlem Connection Radio Show
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August 15, 2026 -NYC Children’s Festival
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August 15, 2026 -Summer In The City
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August 15, 2026 -Alex Trebek Harlem Children’s Spelling Bee
The Harlem Connection Radio Show
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
NYC Children’s Festival
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
“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
Alex Trebek Harlem Children’s Spelling Bee
Children from 1st – 5th grade show off their spelling brilliance and win prizes. Everyone’s a winner!
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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Virtual EventAugust 16, 2026 -Wake Up Everybody/Express Yourself with Imhotep Gary Byrd
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August 16, 2026 -NYC Health Fair
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Virtual EventAugust 16, 2026 -The Harlem Connection Radio Show
Wake Up Everybody/Express Yourself with Imhotep Gary Byrd
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.
The Harlem Connection Radio Show
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
*Information subject to change