New York City is going car-free this summer, turning normally congested streets into pedestrian and cyclist-friendly roads. NYC Summer Streets kicks off in Queens and Staten Island Saturday from 7a.m. to 3 p.m. It moves to the other boroughs in August. (AP video by Joseph B. Frederick)

The NYC Summer Streets program is returning to all five boroughs "with more streets than ever before," the NYC Department of Transportation (DOT) said. To celebrate New York City’s 400th anniversary, over 400 blocks of car-free fun, fitness, and live entertainment will be available for people to enjoy.

NYC's Summer Streets return for 2025, starting in Queens and Staten Island where several blocks were shut down to vehicle traffic.