Mamdani to host Knicks fans at Midtown watch party Friday night
Gothamist • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 3:28 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has organized another watch party for Knicks fans at Madison Square Garden on Friday night. This event coincides with Game 2 of the Knicks' finals run. The mayor emphasized safety, urging fans not to climb on emergency vehicles during the gathering in Midtown, which is expected to be lively and filled with Knicks supporters. More details on festivities will be shared leading up to the event.
- •Event takes place outside Madison Square Garden in Midtown.
- •Game 2 of the Knicks’ finals run is the occasion.
- •Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes fan safety at the gathering.
- •Previous watch parties have drawn large crowds.
- 3:28 PMGothamist — Mamdani invites Knicks fans for another Midtown watch party, with a caveat - Gothamist
"The mayor asked fans not to climb atop emergency vehicles as they gather outside Madison Square Garden.
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