Twice every year, Manhattanhenge captivates New Yorkers and tourists alike as the sun aligns perfectly with Manhattan's street grid.

The event is a favorite of photographers and often brings people out onto sidewalks on summer evenings to watch the unique sunsets.

In 2026, Manhattanhenge will return on Thursday, May 28 and Friday, May 29. Repeat performances will take place at sunset on Sunday, July 12 and Monday, July 13.

Where does the name Manhattanhenge come from?

The name "Manhattanhenge" was coined by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson in a 1997 article for Natural History magazine. Inspired by Stonehenge, where the sun aligns with England’s prehistoric stones during solstices, Tyson applied the concept to Manhattan's landscape.

When is Manhattanhenge?

Manhattanhenge typically

See Full Page