Pigeon Fest, held on June 15 at the High Line, celebrated pigeons through various activities and games, drawing a large crowd despite rain. Featuring booths where children crafted piñatas and painted postcards, the festival promoted a growing appreciation for these birds. Central to the event was the 16-foot 'Dinosaur' pigeon sculpture, which has boosted park visitation since its installation in October 2024. Organizers aimed to celebrate the quirky nature of New Yorkers and their affinity for art and community engagement, as expressed by festival directors and the artist behind the sculpture.
These were just some of the booths and activities at Pigeon Fest, a day-long festival on Sunday, June 15 at the High Line, which drew a packed crowd, despite the rainy day.
Alan van Capelle, Executive Director of the High Line said, 'New Yorkers have opinions about everything, but they seem to really be flocking to this particular sculpture.'
Iván Argote... said, 'I think the sculpture talks a lot to New Yorkers because I think New Yorkers can understand very well this feeling of the funky and the strange.'
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