The three things you need to know today in New York: Sun February 25

1. Spend the day at the Chinese New Year Parade in New York. It begins at 1pm and runs from Canal Street down Mott Street.

2. Prep for awards shows with The Oscars Trivia at Videology Bar and Cinema tonight. The free event offers a round of drinks to the winning team. 

3. Attend Shady Ladies of the Met Museum this afternoon. You’ll learn the true stories behind some of the art museum’s famous works. 

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