OCULUS 10: Celebrating 10 Years of Shopping, Dining & Connection

This August, Westfield World Trade Center proudly celebrates the 10th anniversary of retail at the World Trade Center Oculus – the striking architectural landmark, premier dining and shopping destination, and vital transportation hub in Lower Manhattan. To honor a decade of serving New York residents, commuters, and global travelers since August 16, 2016, Westfield World Trade Center introduces “OCULUS 10: Celebrating 10 Years of Shopping, Dining & Connection,” running from August 7 through August 17, 2026.

OCULUS 10 Event Schedule & Highlights:

• Rededication & Community Celebration | Thursday, August 7 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Public Celebration Begins at 12:00 PM
  The 10-day celebration will officially begin with a rededication ceremony commemorating 10 years since retail first opened at the Oculus. The program will feature remarks and a ceremonial ribbon cutting, followed by a free public celebration beginning at 12:00 PM with live art, retailer activations, giveaways, and the opportunity to experience “TEN IN BLOOM”, a signature floral installation created in partnership with Fleurs de Villes. 

• "TEN IN BLOOM" by Fleurs de Villes | August 7–17 | All Day
  Experience “TEN IN BLOOM,” a stunning 10-foot-tall floral sculpture displayed on the Oculus floor and created entirely from fresh blooms by Fleurs de Villes, the internationally acclaimed floral exhibition company known for transforming public spaces with immersive, one-of-a-kind installations celebrating local floral artistry. 

• 10 for 10 Social Media Giveaways | August 7–17 | All Day

Snap a photo with the floral "TEN IN BLOOM” installation and tag @WestfieldWorldTradeCenter on Instagram to be entered for a chance to win a $100 Westfield World Trade Center retailer gift card. 

• Anniversary Offers | August 7–17 | All Day 

Enjoy exclusive promotions, and special offers from participating shops and restaurants to celebrate OCULUS 10. 

• Art on the Ave: 10-Year Art Jam | Saturday, August 8 | All Day 

Watch creativity come to life with Art on the Ave, a community non-profit dedicated to elevating local talent and revitalizing public spaces. Local artists will create anniversary-inspired artwork live on-site in the Art on the Ave studio. 

• Live Music Wednesday with Sing for Hope | Wednesday, August 12 | 12:00–2:00 PM
  Celebrate the sounds of 2016 with live performances by Sing for Hope, the New York City-based nonprofit dedicated to making the arts accessible to all. Guests can enjoy throwback favorites on the Oculus floor as part of the OCULUS 10 celebration.

All events are free and open to the public; tickets are not required. To learn more about the Oculus and the 10th-anniversary celebration, please visit westfield.com/en/united-states/westfieldworldtradecenter/oculus10 and follow along on Instagram and Facebook.