As temperatures rise across New York City, ice cream becomes a seasonal staple. Tipsy Scoop, the New York brand, has built a devoted following by transforming classic cocktails into handcrafted ice cream. DOWNTOWN recently tried a flight of their tastiest flavors.

The James Beard Foundation celebrated the five honorees of the 2026 James Beard Impact Awards at a luncheon at The Dalcy in Chicago on Sunday, June 14. The Impact Awards reflect JBF’s impact work and advocacy policy priorities.

A crowd of fans gathered at City Winery NYC to hear Olympic gold-medal gymnast Shawn Johnson and former NFL player Andrew East discuss their new book.

The Met Museum’s Costume Institute presents a new exhibition Costume Art, in a spacious new gallery.

Three decades later, the documentary Paris Is Burning still resonates with queer community, during a recent Pride month screening at Conwell Coffee Coffee and Cocktail Hall.

Screening at select locations before its wide release on July 23, the Grateful Dead fan tribute documentary Summer Tour is bringing the Deadhead community back together.

A visual essay exploring the lost history of pioneering women in cinema. Introduced by Cade Callen Text by Jane Gaines Posters & Photo courtesy of The Dwight M. Cleveland Collection Reprinted from DOWNTOWN Spring 2026 issue Lost works of cinema represent a pet...

June is here and with it comes many opportunities to celebrate the queer community across the US. This is a Pride Month roundup of events in NYC, LA, and Miami for queer people of all ages and all interests. Taking place throughout the month of June – and in some cases even July – be sure to checkout your city’s events!

Here is Downtown Magazine’s Father’s Day Gift Guide, ranging from unforgettable experiences to timeless jewelry pieces find the perfect gift for any Dad this Father’s Day.

It will be a summer to remember in NYC-with the World Cup, Macy’s July 4th Fireworks and Sail4th250 festivities, concerts with the best downtown waterfront views at The Rooftop at Pier 17, plus other events, including Lincoln Center’s Summer for the City, and more. Here are the highlights of things to do this July in New York City!