Come to the city to celebrate the West Side on July 11 through the 13th. (The best side, to certain locals. Like us.)

The West Side Fest promises a weekend of cultural experiences--everything from no-pay admission to museums, art-making activities, live music and dance performances, and more. Over 19 parks, museums, cultural institutions and performing arts centers are joining in, intent on celebrating all the wonderful things the west side has to offer.

Some highlights:

• Free admission at The Whitney Museum of American Art on Friday night with music by Public Records.

• Art workshops on creating pieces inspired by plants, soil, fungi and insects in the High Line Gardens.

• How to Create a Poster Workshop at the Poster House

• A tour of the Steve McQueen exhibit at Dia Chelsea

• Music, performances and readings at The Shed

• Performances of Pilobolus's Other Worlds Collection at The Joyce Theater 

• Tai chi and Afrobrazilian Dance instruction on the High Line.

This is just a sampling of what the event has to offer. Head here for the whole schedule.

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