We’re almost there — summertime. Grilling in the backyard, lounging at the pool, #roseallday. Pretty soon we won’t have a care in the world. But not Hollywood! For Tinseltown, the next three months mean that a series of frightening existential questions will be posed on a near weekly basis. This is by far the most … Read more
Here comes the summer fest foodie quest. It’s officially the season to eat outdoors in New York City and sample a smorgasbord of food festivals — featuring many cultures and cuisines — across the boroughs. From beloved staples like Smorgasburg and Taste of Tribeca to newer food events like The Great Nosh and From Sea … Read more
The Hollywood Bowl is bringing back an entertainment lineup that blends jazz, hip-hop, classical music and film concerts — all for less than the cost of a soda. The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced this week that it will offer expanded $1 ticket access to “select classical and non-classical performances” at the iconic Los Angeles venue … Read more
Fresno was once declared “The City Addicted to Crystal Meth” in a 2009 documentary — but now, somehow, it’s landed on a new list of America’s best summer vacation destinations. The much-trolled California metro ranked No. 84 overall in WalletHub’s 2026 “Best Summer Travel Destinations” rankings, beating out several better-known areas across the country despite … Read more
As New York braces for another sweaty, subway-platform-melting summer, the state is once again handing out free air conditioners to eligible residents — because surviving July without one is basically an Olympic sport. Applications for New York’s Cooling Assistance Benefit opened April 15, offering qualifying households a free air conditioner or fan, plus installation, just … Read more
Four in 10 Americans will not be taking a single trip this summer, with cost as the biggest reason why. The survey of 5,000 Americans, split evenly by state and generation, looked at respondents’ 2026 travel plans, and it revealed 37% will not be traveling this summer. For these respondents, the majority are unable to … Read more
The City of Angels is getting a major waterfront glow-up just in time for summer — and music lovers (and FIFA World Cup fans) are about to reap the rewards. The crown jewel of the long-awaited $500 million West Harbor mega-project, located in the Los Angeles South Bay neighborhood of San Pedro, is its new … Read more
NY Post staffer Jeanette Settembre’s new novel, “Little Red Flags,” is based on a dark romance. Settembre’s summer fling in the Hamptons turned dark when her lover killed two in a drunk driving crash. She secretly visited him in prison, struggled with his control, then broke free to heal. The summer I turned 25, I … Read more
Tourists planning on a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth might want to double check that your favorite Disney ride is open, following several closures announced ahead of the summer months. Pixie Hollow and “Fantasmic” have joined the already announced list of closures at the Anaheim theme park in Southern California, which includes fan-favorite … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. There are product drop notifications, and then there are emergency alerts. OLIPOP’s latest lands somewhere in between: a nationwide advisory that summer is coming, nostalgia is peaking and your soda … Read more
Dunkin’ is getting dirty. As the weather starts to warm up, Dunkin’ announced a new menu with summer sips to match the season, including new drinks and bakery items. Now available nationwide, the menu features new refreshers, Dunkin’s take on “dirty soda,” the return of Oreo drinks and more. Fruit punch-inspired Munchkins and a donut … Read more
Live music fans across the Golden State, rejoice. You now have a small window to land major concert tickets going for a song as Live Nation rolls out its nationwide “Summer of Live” promotion. The steep discounts went live Wednesday, offering $30 all-in tickets to more than 4,000 shows across the US and Canada, and … Read more
Summer in the Big Apple is right around the corner, and after a punishing winter with arctic temperatures and record-breaking storms, nothing sounds better than ending a fun day in the sun with a sweet treat. But rather than a typical Mister Softee cone, NYC dessert shops are offering a slew of jaw-dropping, out-there desserts … Read more
Summer travel is right around the corner — and it won’t be cheap. Having to deal with the challenging reality of rising fees and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices soar, travelers are scrambling to figure out where they can book a vacation this summer without it costing an arm and a leg. While … Read more
There could be a serious up-tick. The Big Apple is about to be bled dry — and not just because of ferocious tax hikes. This spring and summer, NYC could see an influx of biblical levels of disease-harboring ticks and mosquitoes, borne aloft by warming weather and booming vector populations. It’s enough to have locals … Read more
If spring has sprung you into an emotional black hole, listen up. Germans have a word for the general sense of malaise that can, however ironically, accompany the start of a season known for rebirth and vitality. Frühlingsmüdigkeit — “springtime tiredness” or “springtime lethargy” — is a well-known phenomenon among German speakers who claim spring … Read more
A brutal “beef” is brewing. Furious caffeine fiends are virtually storming the gates of Starbucks, condemning the coffeehouse chain for failing to resurrect fan-favorite drinks on its summer 2026 menu. An even more egregious offense to some, however, is the company’s decision to revive its much-ballyhooed Unicorn Frappuccino Blended Beverage exclusively at Coachella, leaving folks … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. We’re keeping our fingers crossed that Jack Black gets in on the fun with his pal again. Jack White — who served as the musical guest on “Saturday Night Live” alongside … Read more
After a punishing winter of arctic temperatures and a record-breaking blizzard, most of us are ready to shed our outer layers — and soak up the sun’s rays. Not Sophia Marren. Day drinking on the patio with pals? Not for her. Beach plans on a sun-drenched Saturday? No thanks. Sophia Marren isn’t a fan of summer … Read more
Some Americans are already locking in their summer travel plans, and this year’s top destination may come as a surprise. New data from AirDNA, which tracks Airbnb and Vrbo listings, shows Jackson Hole, Wyoming, leading the nation in short-term rental bookings for summer 2026, with 45.5% of properties already reserved between June and August, Realtor.com … Read more