The holidays are [almost] done, the winter blues are knocking, and somehow NYC still refuses to be boring.
A lot of work has gone into putting together these posts. Please read through before posting your question. Lazy posts will be deleted quicker than you can say "fuggetabout it".
A few things before we get to the good stuff:
- Remember that while you're on vacation, we are not. Here are some tips on NYC courtesy for everyone to have a better time.
- Driving or getting an uber/lyft/taxi around NYC (especially Manhattan below Central Park) is not recommended. Take the train unless it really not possible. Check out the Getting Around Advice for information on getting around on public transit.
- It's winter. It can be cold, windy, snowy & wet. It can also be sunny & 40. If you dress appropriately you'll be fine. Some type of waterproof footwear and layers are recommended. Make sure to check the forecast & pay attention to the wind chill. Manhattan is a giant wind tunnel.
- Remember, WE LIVE HERE. WE ARE NOT TRAVEL AGENTS. DO YOU OWN LEG WORK FIRST. All generic/repetitve questions will be deleted.
- Always confirm with venues for exact times, locations and costs.
Note for contributors: Feel free to suggest & add more events. Also please nudge any posts over to this thread. And don't forget - we need your help in answering questions!
NYC Winter Special Deals
Restaurant Week reservations go live January 7th. The program runs January 20-February 12.
Must-See Week (attractions & sightseeing 2-for-1 deals). Tickets on sale January 7th. The program runs January 20-February 12.
Broadway Week (performing arts 2-for-1 deals). Tickets on sales January 7th. The program runs January 20-Feburary 12.
Music, Movies, Culture & Events
Dance, Music, Movies & more: various dates/times,Lincoln Center, Manhattan
Winter JazzFest: various dates/times & locations
Jerry Seinfeld Beacon Theatre, Manhattan
Anna Christie at St. Anns Warehouse, Brooklyn
Under The Radar Festival, various dates/locations
New York Fashion Week: various dates/locations
New York City Center: various dance events/dates
Museums
This is just a small sampling of museums in NYC. Check out NYC Visit for a more detailed list. Even if you have been before, exhibits are constantly changing.
Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn
The Frick Collection, Manhattan
Guggenheim, Manhattan
Morgan Library, Manhattan
Museum of the City of New York, Manhattan
Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, Manhattan
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Manhattan
New Museum, Manhattan
New York Historical Society, Manhattan
Queens Museum, Queens
Studio Museum, Harlem
Whitney, Manhattan
Special Event Programming
Martin L. King Day (Jan 19)
Brooklyn Academy of Music - 40th Annual Tribute to Dr. King
NY Society For Ethical Culture - special programming
Valentines Day (Feb 14)
Lunar New Year (February 17) \* make sure to confirm event dates ***
The Met - Lunar New Year Festival
New Year Firecracker Ceremony & Cultural Festival, Manhattan
28th Annual Lunar New Year Parade & Festival, Manhattan
Downtown Brooklyn 2026 Celebration
Sporting Events
NHL: Rangers, Islanders, check website for schedule/tickets
PWHL: New York Sirens, Pru Center Newark, NJ
NBA: Knicks, Nets, check website for schedule/tickets
College Basketball: St Johns, check website for schedule/tickets
PBR Rodeo: Madison Square Garden, check website for schedule/tickets
Soccer: Red Bulls (NJ), NYC FC, check website for schedule/tickets
Harlem Globetrotters: Feb. 15, Brooklyn
Ice Skating
Many, if not all, rinks offer skate rentals for an additional fee.
Wollman Rink, Central Park
Gottesman Rink (formerly Lasker Rink), Central Park
The Rink at Brookfield Place (FiDi)
LeFrak Center at Lakeside (Prospect Park, Brooklyn)
City Ice Pavillion, Long Island City (indoors)
Gardens
Brooklyn Botanical Garden: check website for Winter programming, Brooklyn
NY Botanical Garden: check website for Winter programming, Bronx
Snug Harbor: check website for Winter programming, Staten Island
Queens Botanical Garden: check website for Winter programming, Queens
Parks Programming
Bryant Park: Check website for Winter programming, Manhattan
Green-Wood Cemetery: Check website for Winter programming, Brooklyn
Prospect Park: Check website for Winter programming, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Bridge Park: Check website for Winter programming, Brooklyn
Governors Island: Check website for Winter programming Gov Island
Hudson River Park: Check website for Winter programming, Manhattan
Central Park: Check website for Winter programming, Manhattan
You should add the PWHL to your sporting events!
https://www.thepwhl.com/en/teams/new-york-sirens
The women's league is 🔥.
done - thanks for the suggestion!
Women's hockey kicks ass, so thanks! It is also often cheaper.