Empire State Plaza Lighting - Pride Month

The Empire State Plaza, New York State Capitol, and Alfred E. Smith Building are among several landmarks across the state that illuminate to mark important events and raise awareness.

Launched in December 2021, the LED color-changing lighting system dynamically illuminates the Plaza's architecture with 360 exterior LED lights. This technology is part of a comprehensive lighting project to replace over 95,000 lights at the Plaza with energy-efficient LED fixtures.

June is pride month and the lights will be the colors of the rainbow.
empire lights calendar

We will get there at 7:00 although sun doesn't set until 7:49 pm that day. Recommend bringing a tripod and wide-angle lens. Will update as we get closer to the day of the event.