Spring
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Mild temperatures averaging 60°F (15°C) and lush greenery bursting into bloom across Brooklyn's parks, like the 52-acre Prospect Park.
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The Brooklyn Botanic Garden's annual Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival in late April/early May, featuring over 200 cherry trees in peak bloom and Japanese cultural performances.
Summer
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Lively outdoor scene with events like the Celebrate Brooklyn! concert series in Prospect Park, offering over 100 free shows from June to August.
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Iconic Coney Island beach and amusement park open from April to October, with the famous Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4th drawing massive crowds.