Tribeca at 25: NYC festival celebrates music, Broadway and New York stories
The Tribeca Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, showcasing a diverse lineup of films and performances. Running from June 3 to June 14, the festival features nearly 120 films, including 103 world premieres. Highlights include documentaries on music legends and narratives that reflect New York's rich cultural tapestry.
- ▪The festival was launched in 2002 to help revitalize Lower Manhattan after the 9/11 attacks.
- ▪This year's lineup includes performances by Earth, Wind & Fire and Sara Bareilles following their respective film premieres.
- ▪The closing night film features Alicia Keys recounting her musical journey from New York's West Side to Broadway.
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Entertainment Tribeca Festival at 25: NYC festival celebrates music, Broadway and New York stories By David Morgan June 3, 2026 / 7:00 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The Tribeca Festival, originally launched in 2002 in the months following the 9/11 terror attacks to help revitalize Lower Manhattan, has grown beyond its original purpose, and now stands as one of New York City's premier cultural events, showing world premiere films and hosting industry seminars, podcasts, live music and gaming demos. Marking its 25th anniversary, the 2026 festival opens Wednesday and runs through June 14, with a program that celebrates music, Broadway and New York stories. The festival lineup includes nearly 120 feature films (including 103 world premieres) and short film programs.
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