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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 Brooklyn Botanical Garden to Central Park and even some hidden spots around town, we've rounded up the best places where you can gaze at the delicate pink flowers, take the perfect warm-weather-ready photo for your Instagram feed, and check off your bucket list with these best things to do in spring. RECOMMENDED: NYC events in March 2025 When do cherry blossoms bloom in NYC? Cherry blossoms bloom in NYC based on each year's weather, but they usually begin in earnest by late March. CentralPark.com says the park's trees bloom from April to May. Speaking of Central Park, the cherry blossom trees here can be found between 72nd Street and 96th Street around the Reservoir, Cherry Hill, Pilgrim Hill, Great Lawn, Cedar Hill, and the area just south of Cedar Hill between 74th and 77th Streets. But Central Park isn't the only place to admire these pretty petals; keep scrolling for the full list. 

If you’re looking for the best things to do in NYC this week, or even for today, there are tons of fun options, including the Affordable Art Fair, a Daddy Rabbit speakeasy jazz show, Fun in Moderation sketch comedy, Flamenco Tuesdays, and awesome free events in NYC! For more ideas, scroll down to see this week's best things to do in NYC. RECOMMENDED: Full list of the best things to do in New York Stay in the Loop: Sign up for our free weekly newsletter to get the latest in New York City news, culture and dining. 

Badass ladies deserve a toast, and that's exactly what Women’s History Month is all about—celebrating inspiring women from the past and present. Whether you see their incredible art in a gallery, hear them perform comedy, or learn all about their NYC lives, there are so many ways to show your pride. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Women’s History Month in NYC

Looking for the best things to do in NYC this weekend? Whether you’re the group planner searching for more things to do in NYC today or you have no plans yet, here are some ideas to add to your list for this weekend: St. Patrick's celebrations, SeltzerFest, two cool fashion exhibits, the last weekend for Luna Luna, and free events around town. All you have to do is scroll down to plan your weekend! Start planning a great month now with our round-up of the best things to do in March.  RECOMMENDED: Full list of the best things to do in NYCRECOMMENDED: The best New York attractions Stay in the Loop: Sign up for our free weekly newsletter to get the latest in New York City news, culture and dining. 

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. Then, there's The Affordable Art Fair, The Frick Collection's re-opening, never-before-seen Hilma af Klint illustrations, and an exhibit on nuclear posters at Poster House. We're especially looking forward to "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at The Met and "Out of the Closets! Into the Streets!" at Hispanic Society. From public art displays to gallery shows to museum presentations, here are 17 art experiences we’re excited about this spring for you to mark your calendar. No matter which you choose, New Yorkers you're guaranteed to feast your eyes on some incredible works this spring.  

They say everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day, which is all the more reason to celebrate! From the annual St. Paddy's Day parade in Manhattan to pub crawls and live music, the Big Apple is alive with joyful festivities splashed in green. If partying isn't your scene, there's still plenty to do, like trying Irish dancing and participating in Sober St. Patrick's Day activities. Either way, grab your green attire, belt your favorite Irish songs and bust out a limerick—St. Patrick’s Day in NYC is going to be a blast this year! RECOMMENDED: See the full St. Patrick’s Day in NYC guide

Some the best NYC events in April celebrate Earth Day. NYC isn't the greenest city, but we sure know how to give Mother Nature a proper party and some much-needed recognition. The best Earth Day events in NYC including volunteering to clean up parks in NYC or beaches to ensure they stay litter-free. There are also plenty of opportunities to enjoy themed music, sustainable art and natural beauty. Get ready to do some tree hugging and check out fun things to do outside and inside. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Earth Day in NYC

Whether you’ve got the voice of an angel or you’re totally tone deaf, karaoke unites us all. But heed our warning: choosing the right song is crucial (aka, don’t opt for that Whitney Houston tune if you haven’t the range. And if you don't have good enough flow, steer clear of rapping. Kapeesh?) So we thought we’d help out a little bit. In our list of the best karaoke songs ever, we’ve got everyone from Adele to Toto, and from Frank Sinatra to Ricky Martin. There's even recent singalongs from Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan. Something for everyone. So down that shot, grab that mic and take to the stage. Your audience awaits you. Here are the best karaoke songs ever.  RECOMMENDED:❤️ The best love songs☀️ The best summer songs🎉 The best party songs🕺 The best albums of 2025 so far  

Grab your baskets—Easter is hopping closer and there are so many fun ways to celebrate in NYC! The spring holiday on April 20, 2025 offers a chance to celebrate rebirth, renewal and some amazing fashion at the Easter Bonnet Parade. When you're not hunting for Easter eggs or promenading down Fifth Avenue in your bonnet on Easter Sunday, you'll have to take advantage of the city's Easter brunches or head over to see one of the city’s best New York attractions, the Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden. Whether you go to church or find religion in the city’s best brunch, don your Sunday best, kick up your heels and enjoy the greatest things to do in spring. Hop to it. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Easter in NYC

New York City’s cultural amenities are many, but none quite match the number, scale, and variety of its museums. There is literally an institution for every interest, whether it’s in art, history, science, or quirkier subjects. From 5,000 years of art history at The Metropolitan Museum to cutting-edge art at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City is an art lovers' paradise. There are dozens of other types of museums, too, like the encyclopedic American Museum Of Natural History, the classical New-York Historical Society, and the sultry Museum of Sex. Photography fans have to check out the International Center of Photography, architecture buffs should head to the Skyscraper Museum, and transit lovers can't miss the New York Transit Museum. And, of course, that’s just the tip of the iceberg, even if you don’t count all of the other museums in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Is it a lot to take in? Certainly. But if you want to find a museum with your name on it, look no further than our complete guide to the best museums in NYC, complete with highlights at each one.  RECOMMENDED: 🖼Full guide to 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 array of museums and galleries, covering every field of culture and knowledge: There are quirky museums and interactive museums, free museums and world renowned art institutions like the Met. Between them, they offer so many exhibitions of every variety and taste that it's hard to keep track of them. But if you’ve starting to suffer a sudden attack of FOMA (that's fear of missing art ;)), don't worry! We've got you covered with our select list of the best museum exhibitions in NYC. Don't waste any time—head to NYC's best museum exhibits now! RECOMMENDED: Full guide to museums in NYC

As much as New Yorkers love their city, they want to be transported to another space and time — at least that's the trend museums, companies and artists are capitalizing on. Immersive exhibits, events and experiences are popping up all over NYC these days. From theatrical experiences to trippy digital art taking over massive spaces, there's no shortage of ways to be immersed in a different reality. With so many ways to be immersed, we decided it was high time to round up all the cool, immersive events, exhibits and experiences happening in NYC now and coming up soon so you won't miss the chance to experience something new and potentially mind-blowing. RECOMMENDED: The best museum exhibitions in NYC right now

If you haven't been to the Fraunces Tavern Museum yet, it's definitely worth a visit. First of all, it's the oldest building in Manhattan, dating all the way back to 1719. While it was built as a mansion, the building has had lots of other uses over the years including as a dance hall, a boarding house, commercial space and a home for government offices in America's early days. This 18th-century tavern used to be George Washington’s watering hole and the site of his famous farewell to the troops at the Revolution’s close. During the mid- to late 1780s, the building housed the fledgling nation’s departments of war, foreign affairs and treasury. In 1904, Fraunces became a repository for artifacts collected by the Sons of the Revolution in the state of New York. These days, the museum operates on the upper floors of the building daily from noon-5pm with $10 adult admission. Permanent exhibits include a George Washington portrait gallery, a re-creation of the post-Revolutionary foreign affairs office, commemorative war objects and a deep dive into the building’s history. It’s also home to “The Long Room” where Washington delivered his famous farewell to officers at the end of the Revolution. Today, the room is furnished with period objects and used as an educational space. The tavern and restaurant serve hearty fare at lunch and dinner.

Skyler Higley—who was just named among Time Out's comics to watch in America—is bringing a new hour of stand-up comedy to Union Hall in Brooklyn this Thursday, March 20. Expect this hilarious show to delve into Higley's experiences growing up in a mixed-race adoptive household within the Mormon church. His stand-up shows are known for a warm energy with sharp satire, stark observations and personal stories. Higley is a former Conan O'Brien scribe and a writer for The Onion. He's now based in L.A. working with late-night panel show After Midnight. O'Brien describes Higley as "delightfully bizarre and undeniably hilarious."

Spend a magical evening under Brooklyn Botanic Garden's famous Kanzan trees during Hanami Nights, running from Tuesday, April 22 to Friday, April 25. Bring a blanket and relax under the canopy of blooms as pink petals gently float to the ground. The cherry blossoms will be lit up for maximum effect to enjoy as the sun slowly sets.  Visitors can stroll in the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden and along Cherry Walk, try origami, and view a curated display of bonsai in the Lillian and Amy Goldman Atrium. Plus, enjoy different live music and dance performances each night, from jazz to traditional Japanese folk dancing. If you're feeling hungry, buy a bento box, sushi, and other Japanese favorites presented by Yellow Magnolia Café in collaboration with Sunrise Mart and Saiko Sushi. As for drinks, Japanese beer and Joto Sake will be flowing.  Time Out tip: Tickets for Hanami Nights go quick, so get yours soon! 

Join Children's Museum of Manhattan educators and artists for a weekend-long Easter Egg-stravaganza on April 18-20. Activities include basket weaving, puppet-egg hunts, egg painting, and more.  During a museum-wide scavenger hunt, search for NYC-inspired puppets around the museum, from iconic NYC cars to a Broadway star, and complete the challenge to win a prize. As for basket weaving, learn how to weave, loop, twist, and curl repurposed materials to create an eco-friendly Easter basket that promotes the importance of recycling and the joy of spring. Accompany your upcycled basket by painting your own wooden egg character inspired by spring florals and bright colors. 

Shop 'til you drop at FAD Market, a curated fashion, art and design pop-up marketplace, which is back for 2025. Expect to see your favorite makers plus brand new creatives to help you live smarter, gift better and support local businesses.  FAD—which stands for Fashion, Art and Design—takes over different venues with a horde of independent vendors and creators. Admission is free and dogs are welcome! Peruse handmade jewelry, apparel, skincare products, tableware, artisanal packaged food, and more. Whether you're shopping for you or a friend (or even getting an early on that holiday shopping), there are plenty of local gems to pick up.  Here's the upcoming FAD Market schedule for 2025 April 5-6: Brooklyn Creates at Empire Stores in Dumbo April 26-27: Earth Month pop-up at Center for Brooklyn History in Brooklyn Heights May 10-11: Mother's Day Pop-up at Empire Stores in Dumbo May 17-18: NYCxDESIGN at St. Paul in Cobble Hill May 31-June 1: Brooklyn Brewery Pop-up at Brooklyn Brewery in Williamsburg

The Naked Comedy Show promises "New York's nakedest stand-up comedians." Yes, the comedians are legit naked. At this venue—Bushwick Comedy Club—the audience may not disrobe, but fetishwear and lingerie outfits are allowed. These nights of jokes and genitals will take place on Friday, March 14 and Saturday, March 15. Just to be clear: Phones are not allowed out during the show.  Here are the line-ups: FridayTracy McClendonArjun BanerjeePatrick HolbertRyan KeefeKailey Strafford SaturdayJuan NicolónKaytlin BaileyHanna GerlanderKylie VincentJad Sleiman Both shows are hosted by Billy Procida (bad Lifetime dating show).

Remember playing the game Mafia? This beloved camp classic is getting a high-stakes treatment in front of a live audience at Caveat on Monday, March 24 with host Sathya Sridharan.  In the game, darkness lurks at the edge of town, killing innocent townspeople every night. Actors and comedians are charged with rooting out the liars and killers among them for a night of hilarity and deception. The cast includes Marinda Anderson, Gwen Ellis, Jasminn Johnson, KeiLyn Durrel Jones, Stephanie Jean Lane, Joshua David Robinson, Paton Ashbrook, Natalie Marshall Hirsch, Kyle Cameron, and Michael Propster. If you miss it in March, the next show is May 5.

Carreau Club, the nation’s first pétanque bar, offers indoor and outdoor space to get your game on while sipping a drink. The venue at Brooklyn's Industry City makes for great night out with a full bar, craft beer, wine and cocktails, plus a small deli counter. For the uninitiated, pétanque (pronounced puh-TONK) is a bocce-ball style French boules sport gaining popularity in the U.S., starting here in NYC. 

This booze-free, family-friendly celebration intends to "reclaim the day" with Irish music, dance, storytelling and literature. The Sober Saint Patrick's Day celebration begins at 5pm on Monday, March 17 at Church of Our Saviour (59 Park Ave. on the eastern side of Manhattan).   All are invited to the evening's grand celebration of all things Irish with accordion, fiddle, bagpipe, and piano music. Also see performances by Donny Golden's School of Irish Dance and magic tricks by Mark Mitton. Tickets ($37.50/adult) also include refreshments and a buffet dinner.

This event promises six-hours of non-stop fun featuring 40 different musical and dance acts from America and Ireland. Stop by the New York Irish Center in Queens anytime from 3-9pm on Monday, March 17 to see a variety of local and international performers at this cultural marathon.   Performers include: Darrah Carr Dance; Donie Carroll & Mo O’Connor; Sinéad O'Brien; Bronagh and Bob Batch; Tim Connell; Lowri Davies; Mollie Downes; Gigi Eugenie; Connor Delves; JigGig; John McDermott; Susan McKeown; Trisha McManus & the McManus School of Irish Dance; Madalyn Monaghan; Tara O'Grady & Sean Brennan; and Fiona Walsh.

The Irish Arts Center in Hell's Kitchen opens its doors on Saturday, March 8, at noon for its annual Irish extravaganza filled with authentic music, dances, crafts, and workshops. Events include a step dance performance, social dances of Ireland, Irish language classes, film screenings, and musical shows.  Check out the full schedule here for this day of free fun. Tickets are currently full, but you can sign up to be notified if more become available. 

The congested St. Marks area gets a purifying infusion of health and mindfulness with this stunning yoga studio in the East Village. Try out well-priced Ashtanga yoga classes at this cozy studio in a historic building where you'll feel the noise of the city melt away. Setting it apart from other, more corporate-feeling studios, the space boasts exposed brick walls, a gently crackling fireplace, high ceilings dotted with skylights, cabin-like wood paneling, tall lemon trees, and a patio with even more fruit trees. It truly feels like an oasis.  Courses run throughout the day and are new-user friendly. 

Sure, you can learn about the American Revolution in history books. Or you can experience it in real life—in the actual place where history was made—during this upcoming exhibit at Fraunces Tavern Museum in Lower Manhattan.  The museum is set to debut “Path to Liberty: The Emergence of a Nation” in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The exhibit opens on April 22, 2025 inside Fraunces Tavern, a historic building that served as a meeting place for the Sons of Liberty, hosted Washington's farewell to his officers and even was hit by a cannonball during the Revolutionary War.  RECOMMENDED: 45 giant screens will light up the east side of Manhattan in this larger-than-life installation As part of the nation's semiquincentennial (a.k.a. 250th) celebrations, Fraunces' exhibition will offer a chronological, multi-year experience telling the history of the American Revolution from 1775 to 1783, with a distinctive focus on what occurred in New York State and the surrounding areas. The first segment of the exhibition will focus on the years 1775 to 1776. Personal letters, artifacts and works of art from the museum's permanent collection will paint a picture of the Revolutionary War's early defining moments, such as the Battles of Lexington and Concord and the Declaration of Independence. This first segment will have a particular focus on the Battle for New York, including the Battle of Long Island, the Battle of Harlem Heights and the Battle of White Plains. Photograph: Retreat to V

It's time to break out your finest green attire because it's almost time once again for the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. This parade is a really big deal. It's the oldest and largest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the world, so you won't want to miss it. The first NYC parade was held in 1762, and it's been a time-honored tradition of Irish pride ever since. On St. Patrick's Day—that's Monday, March 17, 2025 this year—dancers, pipe-and-drum bands, and other marchers with Irish pride will fill midtown Manhattan in celebration of the holiday. More than 150,000 people march in the parade every year, with more than 2 million spectators cheering them on. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of the citywide party.  RECOMMENDED: The best St. Patrick's Day events in NYC When is the NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade? The St. Patrick's Day Parade takes place on Monday, March 17, 2025. What time does the St. Patrick's Day Parade start? The procession starts at 11am and ends around 4:30pm.  Where is the St. Patrick's Day Parade route? The parade begins at 44th Street, marching up Fifth Avenue—past St. Patrick's Cathedral at 50th Street—all the way to 79th Street. What are the best viewing spots?  Anywhere on Fifth Avenue will provide a good view of the festivities. Spectators can begin lining up as early as they would like. For the best views, get there early. Who's marching in the parade? More than 150,000 people march each year in the parade, including pipe bands, Gaelic so

The Brooklyn Museum is celebrating a big birthday. As the museum turns 200, it’s marking the occasion with a sprawling exhibition that celebrates the museum's history, showcases artists from the borough and highlights new gifts in the collection. The massive show highlights hundreds of paintings, sculptures, and photographs pulled from the impressive museum’s full collection of 140,000 items.  “Breaking the Mold: Brooklyn Museum at 200” is now open through February 22, 2026. We got a first look at the expansive exhibition, which takes over much of the museum's fourth floor. Here’s what to expect. RECOMMENDED: NYC art exhibitions we're most excited about in spring 2025 “Breaking the Mold” begins by highlighting new additions to the museum's collection from Brooklyn and beyond. Among them is Derrick Adams' 2022 painting called “If I Wasn't Saved ... ” The artwork features a church choir wearing boxing gloves as an allusion to the intensity of both sporting events and church revivals. You might know Adams’ work from his portraits of Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz on view at Brooklyn Museum last year or from his artwork in Penn Station back in 2023. Another new piece features photographs from a single day on Coney Island—July 4, 1958. The images by Robert Frank emanate an unusual sense of melancholy compared to the typical images from the site.  Photograph: Rossilynne Skena Culgan for Time Out New York A few other highlights include Joel Sternfeld’s photography series documenting

Creepy cobwebs and eerie energy have taken over INTER_, the immersive art experience in Soho, in celebration of Halloween. If you dare to make Halloween a truly immersive experience, INTER_ delivers. But don't worry, it's family-friendly and not too scary. Every part of the multi-sensory museum at 415 Broadway has undergone a seasonal glow-up with spooky twists on a sound bath, infinity room and a 360-degree immersion experience. INTERWEEN runs through November 5 with tickets available here starting at $45/adult. Plus, INTER_'s also offering pumpkin decorating and tarot card readings on select dates for an additional fee. RECOMMENDED: The best Halloween events for 2023 in NYC Visitors to INTER_'s Halloween universe will begin the experience with a guided introduction from a friendly robotic character whose narration notes the change of the seasons "welcoming darker days and mystic energies."  Photograph: Courtesy of INTER_ After a ride up a mirrored escalator, step inside an immersion room which begins with images of barren trees, wispy fog and a bevy of bats. There's a definitely Salem Witch Trials energy in the room. Moving around activates the digital projections to create ghostly figures that dance, jump and bob. Eventually, the video projections transition to describe the different elements — water, air, fire, earth and ether. At one point, bubbles even cascade down from the ceiling.  "Let go of any worries in your mind. In the empty space exists the infinite creative

Treat your seltz at SeltzerFest 2025 this weekend, a one-of-a-kind celebration of all things seltzer. The Brooklyn Seltzer Museum—a museum dedicated to the history, science, and art of the bubbly beverage—is hosting a seltzer celebration on Sunday, March 16, at Industry City.  It's hosted on the weekend of National Egg Cream Day, a holiday that celebrates the egg cream and its NYC roots. The event will feature vendors, interactive experiences, live music, celebrity presenters, and a thrilling egg cream competition. Tickets are on sale here for $36/adult (kids under 18 are free).  RECOMMENDED: New York's best off-beat museums On the main stage, watch as soda jerks from across the country participate in the National Egg Cream Invitational as they vie for the coveted Golden Siphon award. At last year's egg cream contest, the Franklin Fountain, a classic soda shop from Philadelphia, wowed the judges with their unique presentation that included actual egg yolks (an extreme rarity in the egg cream world, despite the beverage's name). It's yet to be seen whether this year's competitors will go a more traditional route or try something unique a la Franklin Fountain. Photograph: Ben Helmer If you've never had an egg cream, you might be surprised to know that the drink doesn't typically contain egg or cream. Instead, it's made with chocolate syrup (Fox's U-bet is a classic option), then the milk aspect (usually whole milk but sometimes half-and-half or heavy cream), then seltzer. Ea

With its proliferation of Irish pubs, massive parade and festive spirit, New York City topped two recent studies as the best destination in America to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.  We have to agree, especially given our list of the best St. Patrick's Day events around town, including a free book giveaway, a six-hour musical performance, activities for kids, and sober St. Patrick's events. Plus, there's the parade, which is the oldest and largest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the world.  RECOMMENDED: The best St. Patrick’s Day events in NYC Given all of those factors, two recent studies—one from vacation company Travel Republic and another from entertainment site CanadaCasino—said NYC is the best spot in America for St. Patrick's Day celebrations.  Photograph: Marielle Solan More than 10% of New York state's population identifies as Irish, so there's certainly a lot of Irish pride around the city, per Travel Republic. But as the saying goes, everybody is Irish on St. Patrick's Day—and that includes the Empire State Building, which will light up for the holiday. The building will display green lights, plus will show the colors of the Irish flag rotating on its mast.  Those who want to kick back with a Guinness or two will find no shortage of pubs here. There are 70 British and Irish pubs in the city (including 14 of our favorites listed here), according to Travel Republic. The Canada Casino study found 139 Irish pubs and restaurants in NYC. The pubs in the city have an average

Walk in the footsteps of the Astors, Vanderbilts and other elite New Yorkers who lived during the Gilded Age on this new walking tour. Titled “Fifth Avenue in the Gilded Age: Address to Impress,” the tour will whisk visitors back to the late 1800s for a stroll along Manhattan's most prestigious avenue.  Tours, bookable here for $49/person, run on five Saturdays this spring: March 29; April 12 and 26; and May 10 and 24. Events are run by New York Historical Tours in partnership with the Fifth Avenue Association. RECOMMENDED: See cool vintage train posters at the Transit Museum's new exhibit Tours are set in the time period of The Gilded Age, the tumultuous era between the Civil War and the turn of the 20th century. It was a time of technological innovation and growth in America—leading to exorbitant wealth for an elite few. The period is known for greed with corrupt industrialists, bankers and politicians who "enjoyed extraordinary wealth and opulence at the expense of the working class," per the History Channel. Wealthy tycoons held the most political power during this era.   Photograph: Courtesy Fifth Avenue Association | The Plaza Hotel On the tour, you'll learn how Fifth Avenue transformed from a quiet residential street into America's grandest address. Highlights include a chance to gaze at the ornate architecture of surviving mansions, peek inside lavish hotels, and visit historic cathedrals. Plus, you'll learn the captivating stories of the powerful families who cal

A lot of people go all out with their Christmas decorations—twinkling lights, ribbons, bows, reindeer statues, stars and snowflakes. But very few can keep up the holiday energy year-round. Roy Jensen does just that at his Bay Ridge Holiday House, which he decorates for St. Patrick’s Day, Valentine's Day, Independence Day, Halloween, and Christmas, of course. Though, to be fair, “decorate” isn't a strong enough word for what Jensen does. With help from his daughters Julianna and Christina, he transforms, illuminates, enhances and beautifies the neighborhood with holiday splendor. All are welcome to take photos with the home at 635 79th Street for a free dose of holiday cheer.  RECOMMENDED: The best St. Patrick’s Day events in NYC Right now, the house looks to be fit for a leprechaun. Illuminated shamrocks decorate the windows, green lights cover the trees out front, and a Happy St. Patrick’s day sign greets visitors on the sidewalk. If you look closely enough, you might even notice a pot of gold. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bay Ridge's Holiday House (@79stholidayhouse) Though Jensen has been decorating his home for years, he says the technology gets better each year, allowing the family to come up with new designs. He credits his daughter Julianna with her expertise in lighting—overseeing 16 million possible light combinations. While Julianna handles lighting, Christina runs the Holiday House’s account on Instagram. They l

K-pop heartthrob j-hope, of the mega-popular band BTS, is set to release his much-anticipated solo single this Friday, March 7. To celebrate the occasion, NYC's Genesis House is hosting a free pop-up this weekend inspired by the soon-to-be-released song "Sweet Dreams."  Genesis House, located in the Meatpacking District, will transform its design to emulate the dreamy, sun-dappled aesthetic featured in the song's music video. Expect designated photo areas basically made for Instagram and TikTok. Plus, fans will be able to create and take home a complimentary flower bouquet, personally curated by j-hope. To be clear, j-hope will not actually be at the event—sorry, K-pop stans. RECOMMENDED: Incredible immersive experiences to do in NYC right now The immersive activation hosted by BigHit Music and Hybe America takes place on March 8-9 from 10am-5pm each day at Genesis House, 40A 10th Avenue, in the Meatpacking District. The pop-up is free to attend, and guests do not need to reserve tickets in advance. Entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis. As for the flowers, expect to see carnations and spray roses, which you can customize to create a cloud-like bouquet to take home. Each bouquet will even come with a personalized note from j-hope. "The experience is a unique opportunity to step into j-hope's world through music, art, and flowers at Genesis House," event organizers said in a press release.  As for the song "Sweet Dreams" (feat. Miguel), the artist has rele

After two years of outdoor play, Carreau Club, the nation’s first pétanque bar has expanded with an indoor location with more space to get your game on while sipping a drink. The new indoor venue opens at Brooklyn's Industry City on Friday, November 4, just in time for chillier fall temperatures. For the uninitiated, pétanque (pronounced puh-TONK) is a bocce-ball style French boules sport gaining popularity in the U.S., starting here in NYC. RECOMMENDED: NYC events in November 2022 Photograph: Courtesy of Carreau Club Carreau Club first opened outdoor courts in August 2020, which quickly became a big hit. This new indoor location with nine pétanque courts adds 6,000 square feet to the existing 2,000 square-foot outdoor space.  "Starting out by opening the outdoor courts was a great opportunity to introduce the game to the Industry City and local Brooklyn population," co-owner Aaron Weeks said in a press release. "We are so excited for the next chapter and to continue building a community here in the new space." Weeks credits his work at Montreal-inspired steakhouse M.Wells for introducing him to pétanque. He and chef/owner Hugue Dufour organized weekly tournaments for the staff in the courtyard of MoMA PS1, growing a following in Long Island City. Inspired by Brooklyn's recreational sports culture, Weeks and co-owner Dana Bunker wanted to bring the game to Industry City. It wouldn't be a French-inspired boulebar without a great menu, and Carreau Club delivers with a full b

If you're the kind of person who likes to stay up all night reading, then this might just be the party for you. Brooklyn Public Library's Night in the Library is returning on Saturday, March 8, with a free, late-night celebration of learning.  The vibe is less pounding-beats-in-the-club and more philosophical-debates-at-midnight, which sounds pretty perfect. Night in the Library includes performances, music, readings, and lectures running from 7pm on Saturday, March 8, to 2am on Sunday, March 9. All the fun happens at the borough's Central Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza.  RECOMMENDED: The most gorgeous libraries in NYC This year's theme is “The Sky Above Brooklyn–The Philosophy of the Sublime.” Throughout the evening, programs and performances will focus on moving beyond the influences of social media and the narratives of our time, embracing the complexity of our lives and continually broadening our perspective with renewed attention, sensitivity and curiosity. Photograph: Gregg Richards The list of programming is absolutely stacked. Here are a few can't-miss experiences. One activity is called “Sessions with the Wise: Ask an Elder,” and pairs participants with Brooklyn's elders to offer perspectives on our most troubling conundrums. A conversation with the ACLU focuses on the defense of civil liberties. Help muralist Katie Merz create an interactive art project with audience participation. Listen in as Tashi Chodron perfoms the sacred Tibetan Cham dance symbolizing the triu

"Let Me Tell You" is a series of columns from our expert editors about NYC living, including the best things to do, where to eat and drink, and what to see at the theater. They publish each Tuesday so you’re hearing from us each week. Last time, Things to Do Editor Rossilynne Skena Culgan chronicled why she willingly spent six hours underground at a midtown subway station—and urges you to do the same. I hate to tell you this, New Yorkers, but we have been victims of false spring. Those few rays of toasty sunshine and warmer air we felt last week have come crashing down around us with a forecast of thunderstorms and low temps in the 30s throughout the rest of the month. The good news, however, is that I have discovered the coziest spot to warm up, chill out and reset your state of mind as the seasons change: New Vibe Yoga in the East Village, which offers all-levels yoga classes next to a fireplace for a truly dreamy experience.  RECOMMENDED: The best yoga studios in NYC When I arrived at 9 Saint Marks Place on a weekday morning last week, I couldn't help but gaze up at the multi-story red brick building in front of me with its perfectly symmetrical windows and beautiful moldings. I had done a little research and knew that the building dates back to 1836 and has had a fascinating past, including a bowling alley in the basement, Tammany Society gambling and fur coat sales.  Photograph: Kate Owen, courtesy New Vibe Yoga Once inside, I encountered a soaring spiral staircase, th