Yesterday, July 29th, kicked off this year’s much anticipated Harlem Week! “A Great Day in Harlem” included everything from arts and crafts to corporate exhibits and career recruitment. This is just beginning as the next month will offer a plethora of amazing events. You can check the Harlem Week website for all events and times, but here is a list of our top 5 recommendations for those looking to participate in Harlem Week 2018.
NYC Economic Development Day
August 9th
This is a must attend for all the business professionals and others that want to engage with individuals in their field, learn about how to improve their business using technology, or even to just attend the outdoor farmer’s market filled with fresh fruits and vegetables. This is all hosted by Columbia University on their campus.
Harlem Week Higher Education Fair
August 18th
Parents! You’ll want to check out the higher education fair with your kids. In fact, over 50 colleges and other higher learning institutions will be there will all kinds of information. Your questions on subjects such as scholarships, financial aid, school information, and more will all be answered. Check it out on August 18th starting at noon on West 135th Street located between Malcolm X and A.C. Powell, Jr., Boulevards.
Harlem Day
August 19th
As one of the most enriched days of the month, Harlem Day is your chance to explore Harlem and witness craft festivals, a small business expo, health and wellness fairs auto show and witness a variety of musical concerts. For location and times, click here.
Harlem Restaurant Week
August 21st
taste the top-notch food cooked in Harlem daily! The Harlem restaurant initiative brings together the various cultural foods in Harlem for visitors to try. Restaurants such as Sylvia’s and Melba’s will be there. For a full list, click here.
Percy Sutton 5K Run & Health Walk
August 25th
After trying out all the delicious food in Harlem you’ll probably be looking for some physical activity. The 5K run and walk on August 25th is the perfect way to wrap up the week. The event goes through historic Harlem and starts on 135th Street and St. Nicholas Avenue. Registration begins at 6:00am and the 5K start time is 8:30am.
Harlem Week “HARLEM DAY” events this Sunday, August 20
Harlem Week “HARLEM DAY” events this Sunday, August 20
The festivities continue during HarlemWeek this Sunday, August 20th with more fun uptown during “HARLEM DAY” 135th street from St. Nicholas Avenue to 5th Avenue will be blocked off from traffic to allow the HarlemWeek festivities to take place all day long. “HARLEM DAY” Over 90,000 attendees will enjoy four outdoor stages of live entertainment, featuring “The International Roots of Jazz”: Reggae,…
Harlem Week “HARLEM DAY” events this Sunday, August 20
Harlem Week “HARLEM DAY” events this Sunday, August 20
The festivities continue during HarlemWeek this Sunday, August 20th with more fun uptown during “HARLEM DAY” 135th street from St. Nicholas Avenue to 5th Avenue will be blocked off from traffic to allow the HarlemWeek festivities to take place all day long. “HARLEM DAY” Over 90,000 attendees will enjoy four outdoor stages of live entertainment, featuring “The International Roots of Jazz”: Reggae,…
HARLEM WEEK 2017 events start this Sunday Harlem Week 2017 kicks off this Sunday with “A Great Day in Harlem” at U.S. Grant National Memorial Park near West 122nd Street and Riverside Drive.
The streak of success continues for actress Lupita Nyong’o. She will soon be making her Broadway debut. Nyong’o is currently starring in the play Eclipsed which is playing off Broadway. However, the show will make the big move to the great white way in February. Tickets are currently on sale. In addition, Lupita was just honored in Harlem by Congressman Charles Rangel. As of last week, October…
Well folks, Harlem Week is here! Never mind that it lasts a month instead of an actual week... but anyway! It originally was "Harlem Day," in 1974 and was just one day to celebrate this neighborhood and all it has to offer. Harlem may not have the best reputation, but those who swear to never venture into these parts are not adventurous and need to be taught some things.
First of all, it has the famous Apollo Theater! Back when it first came around in 1914, it was known as Hurtig and Seamon's New Burlesque Theater. However, African-Americans at first were not allowed to attend or perform in these shows. In 1933, Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia began a campaign against burlesque, and this was one of many theaters shut down. Sidney Cohen opened it again as the 125th Street Apollo Theater in 1934. They took away the burlesque parts of the show and made it a variety review and redirected their marketing towards the African-Americans who lived in Harlem.
The Apollo was then taken over by new management the following year in 1935 and they ran it for many years until yet again new management took over in 1978 and closed again in November of 1979. Finally, in 1981, it was purchased by Percy Sutton who happened to be a lawyer, politician, media and technology executive, and part of a private investors group. He then added a recording and television studio.
After becoming popular under the new management of Mr. Sutton, The Apollo Theater received state and city landmark status and in 1991 it was established as a private, not-for-profit organization to manage, fund, and oversee all of their programming. Today, the Apollo is known for its concerts, performing arts, education and community outreach programs, and also its amateur night in which aspiring performers can present on a real stage in front of an audience and get a feel for what it's really like to be in the industry.
Harlem Week 2015 Events Schedule - Sunday, July 26 - August 22
Harlem Week 2015 Events Schedule - Sunday, July 26 - August 22 @harlemweek
It’s that time! Harlem Week events kick-off this Sunday, July 26th with “A Great Day in Harlem,” a full day of family-oriented Outdoor Festival events to enjoy, including a Fashion Show, Gospel,Latin, Rhythm & Blues, and Jazz concerts, Dance, and Theater arts. Surrounding the main stage at U.S. Grant National Memorial Park on West 122nd St. and Riverside Drive you’ll find stands with arts &…
