The three things you need to know today in New York: Fri February 9

1. The Winter Olympics have officially begun, and the Opening Ceremony is today! Go watch at a sports bar in New York or try out winter sports yourself near the city. 

2. Chinese New Year is next week, and events start in New York today. Shop at the Lunar Market or attend an all-day festival. 

3. Go see the new Danh Vo exhibit at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. It’s the first in-depth look at the Danish artist's works in the United States. 

For more events, check in with Time Out throughout the day.