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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 weekend

FUERZAfest, Sacred Sites Open House, a Texas chili cook-off, Vitamin String Quartet, and NYCxDESIGN.

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Things to do in NYC today

Make the msot of your day with the best things to do in NYC today, including free and cheap activities, awesome shows and more.

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See inside "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," the Met's new spring exhibit

The Met’s latest fashion exhibit is a sharp, soulful exploration of how Black identity has been tailored, styled and subverted.

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After 10 years in storage, an iconic Banksy artwork is on view again in NYC

You've got until May 21 to go see it.

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“Urban Stomp: Dreams & Defiance on the Dance Floor” explores 200 years of NYC's dance history

Grab your dancing shoes, and go experience this fun new exhibit.

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What’s on in New York

Latest news

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Fleet Week Parade of Ships set to start on Wednesday in NYC

Here’s how to catch the maritime magic—and a free concert or two

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The Strand is opening a new bookstore and cafe near Lincoln Center next month

Hooray bookworms!

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Here's which sections of Riis Beach will be closed off this summer

And why a beloved NYC beach is in rough shape for 2025

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Spring in NYC

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NYC events in May 2025

The best NYC events in May 2025, including festivals, art exhibits, and family fun.

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Best things to do outside in New York

Explore parks, beer gardens, outdoor restaurants, beaches and more.

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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...

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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Schtick a Pole in It

You won't believe how seamlessly good comedy can work with pole dancing (you can read about it here). While stellar stand-ups deliver sets, pro dancers...

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Here’s a sneak peek at NYC comedian Zach Zimmerman's new special

Stream it for free on YouTube.

Comedy

Jenny Hagel Gives Advice

Hagel invites the audience to submit questions about their relationships, careers and finances, then she and a guest give their best and most unhinged advice.

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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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We got a first look at NYBG’s new Van Gogh exhibit—and it’s a floral fantasy come to life

The Bronx garden transforms into a walkable Van Gogh masterpiece, complete with towering sunflowers

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Brooklyn's largest mural has been unveiled in Brownsville

This powerful piece pays tribute to the neighborhood's culture.

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The best outdoor art in NYC this spring

Check out our recommendations for the absolute best outdoor art to see around New York City this spring.

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What are those colorful sculptures popping up around the Upper West Side?

Carl D’Alvia’s playful giants have taken over Broadway

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Sargent and Paris at The Met

It's the largest international exhibition of Sargent’s work since 1998, with paintings, sketches and the iconic portrait Madame X.

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INFLATION art show

To commemorate the new home of experimental gallery The Locker Room (253 Church Street), the space is hosting its inaugural show titled Inflation through...

Music in the Big Apple

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New York Music Month announces lineup of 50+ free events throughout June

Concerts, conferences, masterclasses and merch—NYMM is back with its biggest lineup yet

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Check out renderings of Lincoln Center's new performance venue and community park

It's part of a $335 million capital campaign

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Here’s the full lineup for the 2025 Forest Hills Stadium concert series

Mumford & Sons, Phish, Alabama Shakes and more are headed to Queens

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

Time In: Songs we love

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The best songs of 2025 so far

This year of music has started with a bang. We’ve seen Chappell Roan go country, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco smothering audiences with gushy love songs...

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The 37 best inspirational songs of all time

There’s a reason why motivational songs that put a firm pep in your step stand the test of time. As these timeless inspirational tracks prove, music that...