Here is a sampling of events from now through Labor Day and how to attend or tune in (all times are local). Note that events are subject to change after publication.

June 1

Start your summer by picking up a copy of the writer Ashley C. Ford’s new book, “Somebody’s Daughter.” In her debut memoir, Ms. Ford chronicles her relationship with her father, who has been incarcerated for much of her life. Readers can find a copy at their local bookstore or online starting June 1; on June 9 Ms. Ford will be in conversation with Oprah Winfrey in a virtual event hosted by Charis Books in Decatur, Ga.

Where Nationwide

More Information us.macmillan.com/books/9781250305978

June 4

Attend a screening of “City of Ali,” a documentary that chronicles the week between Muhammad Ali’s death and his memorial service in his hometown, Louisville, Ky. The movie is being shown as part of the Ali Festival, a celebration that marks the anniversary of the fighter’s death, which is presented by the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville. There will be screenings every day from June 4 to 13, as well as food, a poetry and art contest, and a digital exhibit. Tickets cost $10.

Where Louisville, Ky.

More Information alicenter.org/ali-fest

June 5

Speed over to the Belmont Stakes, at Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y. The one-and-a-half-mile race is the final competition in horse racing’s Triple Crown series, which has already had a newsworthy year. Fans can purchase tickets starting at $55 to watch the race in person, or tune in to NBC to watch from home. If you’re feeling lucky, you can also place a bet using the NYRA Bets app, which is available in the app store or at NYRABets.com.

Where Elmont, N.Y.

More Information belmontstakes.com

June 6

Twirl your way through the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx with the Mark Morris Dance Group as part of the garden’s Contemporary Dance Series. Every 30 minutes from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., dancers will perform on the plaza outside of the Haupt Conservatory. Access to the performances is included with the purchase of a ticket to the garden’s “KUSAMA: Cosmic Nature” exhibit, which runs through October 31. The dance group will also have performances in the garden every weekend in June. Tickets cost $25, and must be purchased in advance.

Where New York

More Information nybg.org/event/kusama/kusama-cosmic-nature-programs/contemporary-dance-series

June 7

Work up an appetite for Eat Black Charlotte Week, a weeklong event and festival that highlights over 35 Black-owned food and drink businesses in and around Charlotte, N.C. From June 4 to 12, restaurants in and around the city will offer prix-fixe menus, and local community members will host online classes geared toward aspiring and new food business owners. The week will end with a “Food and Brew Fest” at The Unknown Brewing Co. on June 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where Charlotte, N.C.

More Information eatblkclt.com

June 11

Watch “In the Heights,” the film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway musical by the same name, as part of San Francisco Pride’s movie night at Oracle Park. The movie tells the story of Usnavi, a bodega owner in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Upper Manhattan. The evening will celebrate San Francisco and its LGBTQ+ community, and begin with live and prerecorded entertainment, followed by the movie screening. There will also be a screening of “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie” on June 12. Tickets start at $20, and doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Where San Francisco

More Information sfpride.org/movienight

June 13

Catch a performance of “The Persians,” performed by the Bread and Puppet Theater in Glover, Vt. The theater, which was formed in the early 1960s by the puppeteer Peter Schumann, has gathered more than 30 musicians, composers, builders and puppeteers to reimagine Aeschylus’ famous tragedy, which is considered to be the oldest surviving Greek play. The show will feature music by Ensemble Pi and is produced in collaboration with the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut. Tickets cost $10, and the play will be performed outside with social distancing protocols from June 11 to June 13.

Where Glover, Vt.

More Information breadandpuppet.org

June 14

Immerse yourself in the art of Vincent van Gogh through the digital artist Massimiliano Siccardi’s “Immersive Van Gogh” exhibitions in cities across the United States. Through 60,600 frames of video, 90,000,000 pixels and more than 500,000 cubic feet of projections, viewers will be able to “step inside” van Gogh’s postimpressionist works, and learn about his process through art, light and music. Tickets start at $40, and must be purchased in advance. The exhibition will be opening in various cities throughout the summer.

Where Cities nationwide

More Information vangoghnyc.com/#

June 18

Celebrate Juneteenth with the Grammy Award-winning musicial group 112, who will perform hits like “Come See Me” and “Peaches and Cream” as part of Denver’s Juneteenth Music Festival at Levitt Pavilion. The festival, which has events on June 15 and June 18 to June 20, also includes a street festival and the annual Juneteenth parade on June 19, and educational panels. Doors to the 112 concert open at 5:30 p.m., and tickets start at $29.50.

Where Denver

More Information juneteenthmusicfestival.com

June 20

Spend Father’s Day reflecting on the joy, grief and mundanity that caregivers have faced during the pandemic with a photo exhibition projected on to the Manhattan Bridge. More than 150 photos from New Yorkers from 40 neighborhoods will be on display from dusk to 10 p.m. as part of “At-Home Heroes: An Homage to Parenting Through a Pandemic in NYC,” which is presented by the Dumbo Improvement District in partnership with Photoville. The best way to view the exhibit is from the Pearl Street Triangle in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Where New York

More Information dumbo.is/celebrating-at-home-heroes

June 23

Learn about the life and work of Jim Henson, the puppeteer whose Muppet characters were made famous on “The Muppet Show” and “Sesame Street,” through a retrospective at the Museum of the Moving Image in Queens. Forty-seven of Mr. Henson’s puppets, including Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Big Bird and Elmo will be on display, as well as scripts, behind-the-scenes footage and costumes. The museum will also host virtual tours of the exhibit online. Tickets cost $15.

Where New York

More Information movingimage.us/exhibitions/2017/07/22/detail/the-jim-henson-exhibition

June 25

Head over to the Shed, an art and performance space in Manhattan, to see the works of early-career artists as part of its “Open Call” series. Twenty-seven artists from various disciplines have been selected to present their projects, which include performances, exhibitions and workshops. On June 25 at 7 p.m., Kyle Marshall will perform “Rise,” a dance piece, followed by Merche Blasco, who will present “Vibrant Strata,” an experimental music performance at 9 p.m. Tickets are free, and reservations are required.

Where New York

More Information theshed.org/program/series/15-open-call

June 26

Attend the grand opening of the John Michael Kohler Arts Center’s Art Preserve in Sheboygan, Wis., the first museum dedicated to the presentation, care and study of art environments. The museum will house the works of more than 30 artists, whose complete and partial art environments will be available for the public to experience, including Emery Blagdon’s “Healing Machine” and a re-creation of Lenore Tawney’s loft studio in New York. Admission is free, and reservations are recommended.

Where Sheboygan, Wis.

More Information jmkac.org/art-preserve

June 27

Celebrate Pride Month with NYC Pride’s “Pridefest,” a street fair that will include entertainers, food and activities in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village neighborhood. The organization will also broadcast the NYC Pride March, which will be headed by the Grand Marshalls Wilson Cruz, Ceyenne Doroshow, Menaka Guruswamy, Arundhati Katju, Dr. Demetre Daskalakis and Aaron Philip, on ABC on June 27 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Where New York

More Information nycpride.org

July 1

Take a self-guided tour of New York’s Black music history with “The Road We Came,” an audio project presented by On Site Opera. Three different tours (one of Harlem, one of Midtown and one of Lower Manhattan) will use music performances and spoken narration, including never-before recorded classical compositions by Black composers, to teach participants about the musical history of New York. Each tour takes approximately 90 to 120 minutes. Tickets start at $25, and listeners access them through the organization’s mobile app. The tours will be available through July 31.

Where New York

More Information osopera.org/productions/theroadwecame

July 5

Learn about the ancient world of Nubia at the Saint Louis Art Museum. Explore the Nubians’ art, including their jewelry, pottery, sculpture, metalwork and more in a showcase of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston’s collection. Curated by Denise Doxey, the exhibition aims to examine power and bias in the ancient world and today. It runs through Aug. 22, and tickets are $12.

Where St. Louis

More Information slam.org/exhibitions/nubia-treasures-of-ancient-africa

July 9

Visit the opening of “The Beautiful Collection: Prince’s Custom Shoes” at Paisley Park, the museum and recording studio in Chanhassen, Minn., where Prince lived for nearly 30 years. The collection includes more than 300 pairs of the musician’s shoes, from his four-inch boots to his suede light-up roller skates. Tickets to tour Paisley Park, which include access to the exhibit, start at $45.

Where Chanhassen, Minn.

More Information paisleypark.com/exhibitions/shoes

July 10

Check out the Marvel Studios movie “Black Widow” in theaters and streaming on Disney+ starting July 9. The film, starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, David Harbour and Rachel Weisz, follows the character Natasha Romanoff, otherwise known as the Black Widow, as she is forced to confront her past. Ticket prices will vary.

Where Nationwide

More Information marvel.com/movies/black-widow

July 13

View the photography of Mary Ellen Mark, who took candid portraits of people who lived outside of mainstream society, in the National Museum of Women in the Arts exhibition, “Mary Ellen Mark: Girlhood.” The exhibition focuses on Ms. Mark’s depictions of girls and young women. The show will run through August 8, and will also have a virtual exhibit for viewers who cannot visit in person. Tickets cost $10.

Where Washington D.C.

More Information nmwa.org/exhibitions/mary-ellen-mark-girlhood

July 17

Listen to a family-friendly concert at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in Lenox, Mass. Byron Stripling will conduct “American Melodies,” a performance of songs that have defined American music, including folk songs, spirituals, jazz and gospel, in a concert performed by members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The event, which begins at 2:30 p.m., will take place outside. Tickets cost $15.

Where Lenox, Mass.

More Information bso.org/Performance/Detail/113317

July 21

Explore the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat in the form of painting, drawing, video, music, fashion and more at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Basquiat, along with artists like Keith Haring and Lady Pink, whose pieces will be displayed alongside his, helped shape the art scene of the 1980s and fueled the popularity of hip-hop culture. Tickets to this exhibit, running through July 25, are $32, and a virtual tour is available for $8.

Where Boston

More Information mfa.org/exhibition/writing-the-future

July 22

Enjoy a family-friendly musical performance of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theater. The story, which features music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, follows Joseph as he discovers his special ability to interpret dreams, eventually landing him in good graces with the pharaoh and reuniting him with his family. Tickets to the 7:30 p.m. performance start at $45. This show runs through Aug. 28.

Where Grand Lake, Colo.

More Information rockymountainrep.com/show-tickets/current-season

July 24

Uncover the American landscape through the photographer Ansel Adams’s work presented at the Portland Art Museum and organized by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The exhibition, which features more than 100 photographs by Adams including some of his earliest and most iconic work, was hailed as a critic’s pick by The New York Times. His photos are presented alongside 80 images from contemporary photographers. Tickets are $20 and a virtual tour is available online.

Where Portland, Ore.

More Information portlandartmuseum.org/exhibitions/ansel-adams-in-our-time

July 25

Watch an award-winning rodeo at the Cheyenne Frontier Days festival. The rodeo, which has a modified, tournament-style format, has won the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year award 16 times and will feature events like bareback riding, barrel racing and bull riding. Ticket to the 1 p.m. event start at $18, and the festival runs through Aug. 1.

Where Cheyenne, Wyo.

More Information www.cfdrodeo.com/the-rodeo

July 29

Dance along to Post Malone, Miley Cyrus, Journey, Megan Thee Stallion and more at the music festival Lollapalooza, making its return after a year off during the pandemic. The four-day festival, held at Grant Park in Chicago, features a wide range of musical acts, and a full Covid vaccination or negative Covid test results will be required to attend. Tickets start at $375 for a four-day pass.

Where Chicago

More Information lollapalooza.com

July 30

Eat all the garlicky goods you want at the Gilroy Garlic Festival. The festival, which dates back 41 years, will include socially distanced, virtual and drive-through food events as well as the Garlic Festival Golf Tournament. The festival will run through Aug. 1.

Where Gilroy, Calif.

More Information gilroygarlicfestivalassociation.com

July 31

Attend Chicago’s 42nd Chinatown Summer Fair, a celebration that includes a Dragon & Lion Dance Procession, food vendors, artists and activities. This year’s fair runs from July 31 to Aug. 1, and attendees are asked to wear masks while walking through the area except while eating and drinking.

Where Chicago

More Information chicagoevents.com/events/chinatown-summer-fair

August 4

Immerse yourself in the interactive art installations of Meow Wolf, in Las Vegas and Santa Fe, N.M. The family-friendly attraction features multidimensional art and music and video components. Tickets to Meow Wolf, which also offers a virtual component, vary by location but start at $25.

Where Las Vegas and Santa Fe, N.M.

More Information meowwolf.com

August 6

Chow down on seafood at the Charlestown Seafood Festival in Rhode Island. The festival opens its gates at noon, and patrons can explore all that the Ocean State has to offer, including lobster, chowder, clam cakes and more. Patrons can also enjoy a carnival, karaoke, a D.J. and other entertainment. The festival will run through Aug. 8

Where Charlestown, R.I.

More Information charlestownseafoodfestival.com

August 8

Experience the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens. Enjoy a parade and boat races, including a charity race that aims to donate $15,000 to select organizations. The festivities will include musical and dance performances by the Shaolin Monks, the Bruce Katz Band and more, as well as traditional music and art. This event, running through Aug. 9, is free to attend.

Where New York

More Information hkdbf-ny.org/index.php

August 12

Revel in the natural phenomenon that is the Perseid meteor shower. The meteors occur when Earth meets with debris left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle. On average, 160 to 200 meteors light up the sky per hour during the shower’s peak dates, around Aug. 11 and 12 this year. The meteors are visible mostly in the Northern Hemisphere, all you have to do is look up.

Where Northern Hemisphere

More Information solarsystem.nasa.gov/asteroids-comets-and-meteors/meteors-and-meteorites/perseids/in-depth

August 17

Attend the BronzeLens Film Festival, dedicated to showcasing films by and providing networking opportunities for people of color. The festival, running through Aug. 22, will feature indie films, short films, features, documentaries and music videos. This event will be fully virtual.

More Information bronzelens.com

August 18

Delight in the music of the soul singer Gladys Knight. As part of the Ravinia Festival, the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States, Ms. Knight will be performing many of her hit songs. Dating back to 1904, the festival plays host to a diverse range of musical acts, including Willie Nelson and Cynthia Erivo. Tickets start at $38.

Where Highland Park. Ill.

More Information ravinia.org/ShowDetails/1889/gladys-knight

August 19

Visit the Iowa State Fair, and enjoy thrill rides, concerts and plenty of food on a stick (including, but not limited to, apple pie on a stick, ice cream on a stick and funnel cake on a stick). Musical acts include Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban and more, and guests can also watch livestock shows and take part in contests. Tickets to the fair, which runs through Aug. 22, are $9.

Where Des Moines

More Information iowastatefair.org

August 20

Get lost in your favorite story at Planet ComiCon, a comic book and pop-culture convention. Guests can expect to enjoy a cosplay showcase, where people wear costumes and accessories to represent a character from a movie, comic or pop culture, and get the chance to see well-known cosplayers, wrestlers and actors, including Gaten Matarazzo, Martin Kove, Katie Cassidy and more. This event runs through Aug. 22.

Where Kansas City, Mo.

More Information planetcomicon.com

August 21

Time travel with the help of the Minnesota Renaissance Festival. This family-friendly (and dog-friendly) fair has an artisan marketplace featuring more than 250 artists showcasing goods including jewelry, pottery, woodwork, leather, paintings and handblown glass and will feature entertainment like musical acts, jousting and several thrill rides. Turkey legs will available as festival food, alongside specials like honey mead and alligator on a stick. Tickets are $25.95, and the festival runs through Oct. 3.

Where Shakopee, Minn.

More Info renaissancefest.com

August 22

Take part in the annual Queen City Anime Convention, presented by Queen City Anime Con Inc. The convention aims to celebrate the animation, manga and comics, video games, cosplay and more that originates in Japanese pop culture. Attendees will get the chance to hear from guests like the voice actor Tiffany Grant, the actress Dani Chambers and the voice actor and Twitch streamer Jonah Scott. Guests will be expected to provide documentation of vaccination against Covid-19 or a negative coronavirus test result. Tickets vary in price, but start at $20.

Where Charlotte, N.C.

More Information queencityanimecon.com

August 23

Dive into the photography of Kwame Brathwaite through an exhibition of his work at the Blanton Museum of Art. Brathwaite helped popularize the slogan “Black is Beautiful” through his work in the 1950s and ’60s. The exhibition showcases much of his photography capturing Harlem’s artistic community and explores his life and work during the second Harlem Renaissance. Tickets to the exhibit, on display through Sept. 19, are $12, and virtual educational resources are available.

Where Austin, Texas

More Information blantonmuseum.org/exhibition/blackisbeautiful

August 25

Watch “Blindness,” an adaptation of José Saramago’s dystopian novel of the same name. The Tony Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens takes the audience through a socially distanced, immersive sound narrative that tells the story of a city gripped by an epidemic and sent into a panic. Directed by Walter Meierjohann and produced by Daryl Roth Productions, the show will be experienced in person through headphones and atmospheric set design. Tickets for the show, running through Sept. 5, start at $25.

Where New York

More Information telecharge.com/Off-Broadway/Blindness/Overview

August 28

Raise a toast to the Mountain Brewer’s Beer Fest presented by the North American Brewers Association. Breweries like Lagunitas, Coors, Great Basin and more will be showcasing their brews. Guests can expect live music, raffles and silent auctions, and must be 21 or over to attend. Tickets start at $40.

Where Idaho Falls, Idaho

More Information northamericanbrewers.org

August 29

Enjoy music and more at the Railbird Fest. The festival, featuring musical acts like the Dave Matthews Band, will also play host to a curated bourbon experience, food vendors and family-friendly pony rides. The event will also offer off-track betting on horse races at other track’s including Del Mar in California and Saratoga in New York. Tickets for the two-day event are $175.

Where Lexington, Ky.

More Information railbirdfest.com

August 30

Celebrate the opening night of the U.S. Open by watching the top tennis players in the world go head-to-head at the U.S.T.A. Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens. The tournament, which runs through Sept. 12, will feature men’s and women’s singles, doubles and wheelchair matches. Tickets vary in price.

Where New York

More Information usopen.org