Optimum in New York

From the Bronx to Brooklyn to Long Island, the Optimum New York team is out in the community—connecting with neighbors, supporting local events, and giving back through school initiatives like backpack drives and programs that bring people together. We’re proud to be part of the moments that unite New Yorkers and strengthen the places we call home.

Upcoming Events in New York

Caribbean Heritage Month Kings Plaza Celebration


Thursday, September 3, 2026

Starts at 4 PM

Kings Plaza Shopping Center
5100 Kings Plz 
Brooklyn, NY 11234
September 3rd

Stony Brook Football vs. Lindenwood


Thursday, September 3, 2026
Starts at 4 PM

Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium
Stadium Rd
Stony Brook, NY 11790

Greenport Fall Craft Fair


Saturday, September 5, 2026
10AM - 4PM

Greenport Schools
720 Front Street, 
Greenport, NY

Bronx Park East Farmers Market

Ronkonkoma Labor Day Weekend Festival

Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum Brocante


Saturday, September 12 + Sunday, September 13
10AM - 4PM

Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
895 Shore Rd,
Bronx, NY 10464


Setauket Country Craft Fair


Saturday, September 12, 2026
10AM - 4PM

5 Caroline Ave,
Setauket, NY 11733

Town of Oyster Bay, Waterfront Festival and Marine Expo


Sunday, September 13, 2026
12PM - 4PM

Tobay Beach
Ocean Parkway, Massapequa

Ferragosto Festival


Sunday, September 13, 2026
12PM - 6PM

Arthur Avenue & East 187th Street 
Bronx, NY

Hofstra University Women’s Soccer vs Brown & Hofstra Welcome Back Block Party

Hofstra Men’s Soccer vs. Vermont


Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Starts at 7PM

Captains Field
245 Hofstra Northern Blvd 
Hempstead, NY 11549

Glen Cove Street Fair


Saturday, September 19, 2026
10AM - 5PM

1 Glen St,
Glen Cove, NY


Stony Brook Football vs. Rhode Island


Saturday, September 19, 2026
Starts at 1:30 PM

Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium
Stadium Rd, 
Stony Brook, NY 11790

Bronx Park East Farmers Market

8th Avenue Festival

25th Annual Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund Golf Tournament


Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Starts at 10AM

Stonebridge Country Club
2000 Raynors Way 
Smithtown, NY 11787

Friends of the Poor Walk

Westbury Street Fair


Saturday, September 26, 2026
10AM - 4PM

149 Post Avenue
Westbury , NY

2026 Long Island American Heart Walk


Sunday, September 27, 2026
Starts at 8:30 AM

Jones Beach - Field 1
1800 Ocean Parkway
Wantagh, NY 11793

Flatbush Frolic

17th Annual Over 50 Fair

Syosset Street Fair


Sunday, September 27, 2026
10AM - 5PM

30 Underhill Blvd,
Syosset, NY

Annual Fordham Road Festival

Town of Oyster Bay, Car Show Long Island Fall Classic 


Sunday, September 27, 2026
11AM - 4PM

Tobay Beach
Ocean Parkway, Massapequa

Wading River Shoreham Chamber of Commerce Annual Fall Festival

Optimum in the New York Community

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Brentwood, NY eighth grader Alisson Menjivar Serrano of East Middle School was named the grand prize winner of Optimum’s 18th annual Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest.
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Optimum Supports Free Digital Skills Training for NYCHA Residents

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Olivia Howard, a sophomore at Valley Stream North High School, earned runner-up honors in Optimum’s Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest.
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Optimum is supporting food security and expanding access to reliable, affordable internet across New York.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Optimum participates in a wide range of community-focused events, including festivals, school functions, nonprofit fundraisers, parades, sporting events, cultural celebrations, and local business networking events. If your event connects with the community, we’d love to hear about it.

Yes. Optimum considers sponsorship opportunities that align with our community values and outreach goals. Submit your event using the request form, and our team will review sponsorship options and availability.

Absolutely. Our on-site representatives can provide product information, assist with sign-ups, and offer exclusive event-only promotions when applicable.

We recommend submitting your request at least 4–6 weeks in advance to allow time for review, planning, and scheduling. However, even if your event is coming up sooner, please still submit the form—our team will review it and evaluate our availability.

There is no fee for Optimum to attend community events; however, some events may require vendor or sponsorship fees. If fees apply, please provide details in your request so our team can review.

Depending on the event and space, we may bring:
  • A branded booth or tent
  • Giveaways and promotional items
  • Exclusive offers
  • Games, raffles, or interactive experiences
  • Our Optimum van
  • Sales representatives and community engagement specialists

If your event is approved, you will receive an official confirmation email outlining the next steps. This typically includes:

  • Assigned Optimum Point of Contact: You’ll be introduced to the representative who will coordinate all logistics with you, leading up to the event.

  • Activation Details: We will share what Optimum plans to bring or provide, such as:
    • Staffing (number of representatives)
    • A booth/table setup
    • Promotional items or giveaways
    • Branded signage

  • Logistics Checklist: We may request or confirm:
    • Set up instructions and load-in details
    • Table/chair availability
    • Access to electricity or WiFi
    • Parking or vendor passes
    • Event-day schedule

  • Pre-event Communication: The Optimum team may schedule a brief call or exchange emails to finalize expectations and confirm all details.

  • Day of Event: Optimum staff will arrive during the agreed-upon setup window, in accordance with the approved plan, and follow all event guidelines.

  • Post-event Follow-up: You may be asked for event recap details (attendance numbers, photos, or feedback) to support reporting and future community engagement planning.

Submission does not guarantee participation. Each request is reviewed based on:
  • Event relevance
  • Location
  • Schedule availability
  • Staffing
  • Community impact

Please notify us immediately. We will review availability for the new date, but participation may need to be re-evaluated.