Open House New York is a nonprofit organization that offers unparalleled access to the city—to the places, people, projects, systems, and ideas that define New York and its future.

From the annual Open House New York Weekend festival to year-round programming like Urban Systems, Public Policy Talks, or Sunset Boat Tours, join us and get an inside look at how the city works.
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“Forget the Mayor, Open House New York holds the keys to the city.”

"Private doors swing wide open for Open House New York."

"If you haven’t experienced OHNY Weekend yet, think of it as the NYC lover’s dream come true."

“New Yorkers by nature are curious, intellectually minded people. OHNY fosters a spirit of coming together for anyone who is interested in learning about the diversity of this city and its built environment."

Karim R., Weekend Partner, Ismaili Jamatkhana Manhattan

"I love how OHNY Weekend brings out tons of folks who enjoy exploring New York. It’s like an annual convention of New York-loving nerds."

Shiloh F., Shiloh In the City

"OHNY provides avenues for me to advocate for positivity in our civic life and to expand the service of all this place has to offer to everyone."

Rachel J., Board Member

"Interning at OHNY pushed my boundaries, and I felt like a New Yorker for the first time."

Kevin C., Former Intern

Open City Benefit

Tours, cocktails, dinner, and awards.

The Open City Benefit is our largest single source of support, and ensures we can continue to open the city. Join us and celebrate 25 years of Open House New York

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Upcoming Events

An overhead photo of a crowd attending a nighttime outdoor concert, with a large sign reading "Celebrate Brooklyn" on the stage and a single performer on stage in a red dress.

Celebrate Together: Creating Festivals for New York City
April 13th, 2026
6:30PM – 8:00PM

Between the Lines: How Zoning Shapes New York
May 16th, 2026
10:00AM – 6:00PM
Boat Tour

Around Manhattan Boat Tour
May 20th, 2026
6:20PM – 9:00PM

2025 OHNY Weekend

New York Sign Museum at Noble Signs. Photo: Julie Thompson.
300+ destinations. Three days. One citywide festival.
October 17-19, 2025

Thank you for exploring the city with us!

From October 17-19, Open House New York Weekend welcomed more than 40,000 visitors into more than 320 places across all five boroughs, from transit infrastructure and historic landmarks to artist studios and industrial waterways.

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MADE Bush Terminal. Photo: Dan Hui.
Become a member

Take part in a community of curious New Yorkers while enjoying members-only perks, like special events, discounts, and a preview of the OHNY Weekend lineup.

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New York Sign Museum at Noble Signs. Photo: Julie Thompson.
Volunteer with us

Volunteers make our work possible! From OHNY Weekend and year-round tours to data analysis and social media, we are always looking for volunteers to help us open doors.

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The Frick Collection. Photo: Bella Muccari.
Open your doors

Festival partners open doors and lead tours and activities that explore projects and ideas that define New York and its future. If you have expertise about a space more New Yorkers should know about, send us your place or tour idea to ohnywknd@ohny.org.

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