Harlem Shake is kicking off its 13th season of the Mr. / Miss Harlem Shake contest. One lucky Harlem resident has the chance to receive fame (be a major part of Harlem Shake’s public events and get their picture on the “Wall of Fame”!), feast (one full year of FREE burgers!), and fortune ($1,000 for the winner and a $500 donation to a Harlem-based charity of their choice!).
Mr. / Miss Harlem Shake Meet the Contestants Party
Sunday, June 14th | 4-7 pm
Meet the 2026 Contestants representing Harlem will mix and mingle with the contestants while enjoying performances by resident R&B and jazz band C. Kelly Wright and the Soul Power Band.
Voting Period: Begins June 8th - July 6th
Customers may submit their vote for a 2026 contestant with a purchase at the 124th location only. Customers may purchase the limited specialty milkshakes, The Knicksicle, $9, in honor of the NY Knicks making the playoffs, or Apollo Shake, $11, in honor of the legendary Apollo Theater marquee relighting on Wednesday, June 10th.
All Voting and events will take place at the Harlem Shake flagship location at 100 W. 124 Street.