Twice each year, New Yorkers gather along Manhattan's cross streets to watch the setting sun perfectly align with the city's grid, creating one of the most striking urban skywatching events in the world: Manhattanhenge.
In 2026, Manhattanhenge occurred on May 28-29 and will happen again on July 11-12. The best views are typically along 14th, 23rd, 34th, 42nd and 57th Streets looking west toward New Jersey.