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Things to do in NYC, including popular events, festivals, attractions and tours, free activities and entertainment. See upcoming events and what’s on in New York today.

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The best things to do in NYC this week

The "Keff Joons" immersive art installation, a tulip festival, the Frick's re-opening, and a ceramics-and-chai workshop.

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A first look at The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s last rooftop exhibition (for a while)

These minimalist, abstract, sculptural instruments will make you think.

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The best places to see cherry blossoms in NYC

Cherry blossoms in NYC offer New Yorkers a brief but gorgeous pop of beauty.

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See stunning portraits of Michelle Obama, Breonna Taylor and more in this new Whitney Museum exhibit

See 50 pieces by one of the most compelling contemporary artists in America right now.

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A first look at the new WWII plane and an impressive exhibit at NYC's Intrepid Museum

Step inside this floating museum of history.

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What’s on in New York

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Mooney’s bookstore from Netflix’s ‘You’ is popping up in NYC

The bookstore from the first season will open for two days ahead of the season 5 premiere.

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NYC was just named the second-most expensive city in the world

We're just glad we didn't come in first.

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This year’s Macy’s Flower Show features immersive floral displays by YSL and Lego

Guests will be gifted lily-filled bouquets and couture personalization including bottle engraving, watercolor art and limited-edition flower charms.

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Spring in NYC

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NYC events in April 2025

The best NYC events in April include much-needed outdoor activities, new exhibits, impressive theater, and pretty flower shows.

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NYC art exhibitions we’re most excited about in spring 2025

New York City's art scene is in for an impressive spring season. The season begins with an extensive survey of Brooklyn artists at the Brooklyn Museum....

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The best places to see cherry blossoms in NYC

Cherry blossoms in NYC offer New Yorkers a brief but gorgeous pop of beauty, which is why we flock in droves to see them when they bloom each spring. From the...

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Best things to do in spring in NYC

Spring in New York is full of excitement. When the sun comes out, the flowers start blooming and the weather warms up, New Yorkers can shed their winter blues...

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The best Earth Month events in NYC

Show some love for Mama Earth and attend these epic Earth Day events in NYC to support various environmental causes.

Events at Time Out Market New York

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Friday Night Vibes at Time Out Market

Start your weekend off right at Time Out Market New York’s stunning rooftop! Starting September 6, Friday Night Vibes gets the party going on the fifth...

DUMBOUntil Dec 31, 2025

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Live Music Sundays at Time Out Market

Chase away the Sunday scaries with us at the Market with live music and good food! Signature Sundays kick off at noon and really gets going at 2pm...

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Free and cheap things to do in New York

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Free things to do in NYC

Finding free things to do in New York City is like striking gold!

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Cheap things to do in NYC

It’s totally possible to visit some of the top New York attractions, devour cheap eats and have a kickass time.

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100 things to do in NYC for under $100

Tour one of the most famous New York attractions, taste the local cuisine on a food tour or wander through one of the many fascinating museums in NYC.

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The best outdoor art in NYC

New York City is full of free outdoor art that you don't even have to go to a museum to see.

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The 25 best cheap eats in NYC

Satisfying “cheap eats” for $10 and under are noteworthy in New York.

Comedy in NYC

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Hazy Eyes at Caveat

Brandon Collins, the mastermind behind Drunk Black History—one of our favorite comedy shows out there—will be hosting a...

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Comedy and Cannabis

Cannabis and comedy are the most dynamic duo of them all, so if you want to pair a good laugh with your spliff, head over to The Penhouse (or PH) in Midtown...

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Halalarious

Butter chicken, big laughs and biryani truth bombs

West VillageMay 9, 2025

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Neighborhood Spotlight Series

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Bushwick

Whether you love it or love to hate it, here's our guide for what to do in Bushwick, should you be lucky enough to find yourself there.

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Chelsea

It's home to hundreds of art galleries that showcase the most iconic and innovative works in the world.

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Park Slope

Park Slope is so much more than a family-friendly neighborhood.

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Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bed-Stuy is a beautiful and historic neighborhood full of brownstones and lofty trees.

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East Village

The East Village has so much to offer for people of all walks of life, and that's the beauty of it.

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Astoria

The neighborhood is a melting pot of cultures and, unsurprisingly, a thriving bar and restaurant scene.

Museums in New York

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The best museums in NYC

Look no further than our complete guide to the best museums in NYC.

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New York’s quirkiest museums

You should know the NYC hosts a whole ecology of smaller, niche museums with idiosyncratic offerings.

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The best museum exhibitions in NYC

New York City has tons of things going for it, from incredible buildings to breathtaking parks. But surely, the top of the list includes NYC’s vast...

Must-see art

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A first look at The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s last rooftop exhibition (for a while)

These minimalist, abstract, sculptural instruments will make you think.

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This surreal inflatable wonderland is free to visit in Brooklyn right now

The colorful playground by artist Cj Hendry is extremely fun.

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Incredible immersive experiences to do in NYC right now

These immersive art exhibits in NYC promise to transport you inside fine art, into your favorite pop culture moments, and thousands of years back in time.

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Earth Day at Arthouse: Terra Futura & The Power of Art for Change

Art and sustainability are coming together for this free Earth Day event on April 22 (6-8pm) at Arthouse Hotel (222 W 77th St) on the Upper West Side....

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A ‘Handmaid's Tale’ exhibit is coming to NYC just in time for the new season

You’ll get to see costumes and props in person, from the red cloak to Commander Waterford’s Scrabble board.

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See stunning portraits of Michelle Obama, Breonna Taylor and more in this new Whitney Museum exhibit

See 50 pieces by one of the most compelling contemporary artists in America right now.

Music in the Big Apple

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Daddy Rabbit speakeasy jazz show

Only people in the know go to these secret jazz speakeasy shows, but don't worry, we're about to let you in on the secret. These undergound live...

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#IRL (In Real Life)

One of the cleverest people alive, the longtime Daily Show head writer and @TheTweetOfGod demiurge David Javerbaum, ventured into musical theater...

Midtown WestApr 25, 2025

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Paul Iacono: The Stritch Is Back

The irrepressible Paul Iacono, who played the title role in MTV’s hung-teen series The Hard Times of RJ Berger, uses hits by...

Hell's KitchenMay 3, 2025

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Events at Time Out Market New York

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Win a $500 gift voucher to the Time Out Market NY

Be prepared to indulge in New York-based culinary bliss when you enter for a chance to win.

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The best places to bring your next takeout picnic near Time Out Market New York

Make the most of Time Out Market New York's stunning waterfront location by taking your food to these great nearby picnic spots.

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Food Envy: Jacob's Pickles's Mushroom Gravy Fried Chicken Sandwich

We’ve been eating and drinking a lot at Time Out Market New York, and now we’re dishing on some of our favorites

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The 40 best summer songs of all time

There’s no season more welcome than the start of summer. Brighter days, warmer temperatures and more time outdoors results in an uplifted mood and a...