MANHATTANHENGE (also called “Manhattan Solstice”) is a phenomenon during which the setting sun aligns perfectly with Manhattan’s street grid, allowing the sunlight to beam through the East-West streets. The spectacle can be witnessed twice a year.

In total, there are four days of Manhattanhenge to anticipate: two in May and two in July. During the first day of Manhattanhenge half of the sun can be seen on the grid. The next day, spectators can see the full sun. After the summer solstice in June, Manhattanhenge happens in reverse. While you’ll see the full sun on the first day, the day after shows you half the sun again.

These are the dates for Manahttanhenge 2025:

• May 28, 2025: 8:13 pm (half sun)
• May 29, 2025: 8:12 pm (full sun)
• July 11, 2025: 8:20 pm (full sun)
• July 12, 2025: 8:21 pm (half sun)

  The sun sets in the West, allowing it to stream light down Manhattan’s streets from New Jersey. Therefore, in order to see the Manhattanhenge spectacle, find a East-West street that has a clear view of the Garden State. You will have the best views of Manhattanhenge from these streets:

• 14th Street,

•  23rd Street,

• 35th Street,

• 42nd Street,

• 57th Street.