Sure weekday plans are important, but with NYC’s hustle culture, weekends are prime time for enjoying the city. If you’re searching for the best things to do in NYC today, look no further!
The Paley Center for Media is hosting exclusive Super Bowl exhibits perfect for any NFL enthusiast. Explore the legendary Vince Lombardi Trophy, championship rings from all 58 Super Bowl winners, jerseys from the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and exhibits honoring the contributions of Black athletes in Super Bowl history, coinciding with Black History Month.
The big game might be in New Orleans, but NYC is hosting plenty of Super Bowl festivities. From the Lodge at Bryant Park to the free MetLife screening (tickets required), there are numerous watch parties to celebrate football’s biggest night, including a rumored Taylor Swift cameo.
Craving a cup of tea? The ChaCha Festival takes place at 161 Water St in NYC (5th floor) every weekend from 12-7pm. Sample various teas, enjoy hojicha tastings, witness lion dancing, participate in lantern making, and more.
Restaurant Week is here, offering savings and special menus at NYC’s top restaurants. The event extends beyond a week, providing ample opportunity to indulge. Book your reservations now.
Squid Game: The Experience brings the hit Netflix series to life. Compete in iconic games like “Red Light, Green Light,” “Marbles,” and “Glass Bridge,” and enjoy a Korean-inspired night market with delicious food and soju cocktails. Tickets are on sale now!
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a 6oz soup dumpling, advertised as the size of your face! This massive dumpling is served with straws for sharing.
MUJI, the beloved Japanese retailer, has opened its first U.S. food market in NYC. Enjoy Japanese-style sandwiches, rice balls (onigiri), curry cups, dorayaki, and more.
Experience nostalgia and thrills at Gaming City, Astoria’s new interactive gaming center and arcade. Featuring 4D and 5D arcade games, this is a must-visit for gaming enthusiasts.
Luminosa: A Festival of Lights at Queens Botanical Garden features over 100 stunning lamp scenes and endless photo opportunities. Crafted by 150 artists, the displays include colorful floating fish, daring dragons, and over 1,000,000 LED lights along 1.35 miles of glowing trails.
After dinner and presents, catch a movie at one of NYC’s open theaters. This year’s offerings include a Bob Dylan biopic, a horror classic remake, and family-friendly options. Book your tickets now.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day early at Catbird in SoHo, Williamsburg, or Rockefeller Center. Enjoy a chance to win a $250 gift card, get a flash tattoo, take a portrait with your loved one, and write love letters from 1pm – 7pm on February 8th.
Partake in the Bronx Zoo’s Valentine’s Day tradition, Name a Roach. Name a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach after your sweetheart or your ex.
Seek thrills at the Hollis Haunted House in Queens, featuring six terrifying escape rooms. Rated the #1 scariest in New York by CBS News, this is a must-try for adrenaline junkies.
Explore the new L10 Arts and Cultural Center, a 65,000 square-foot facility housing BAM cinemas, a Brooklyn Public Library arts and culture branch, a gallery, a café, performance spaces for MoCADA and 651 ARTS.
Experience Love Struck, a Valentine’s-themed circus and cabaret dinner show by AirOtic Soirée. This captivating performance blends sensuality and stunning acrobatics.
Doc Martens is hosting a pop-up experience in SoHo from February 6th-8th to launch their new Buzz collection. Enjoy shoe charms, beverages, and a chance to win a pair of Buzz shoes. Check the Buzz Bus schedule for locations and times.
Discover unique art from local NYC artists at the Mystry Mart vending machine. Located at the Brooklyn Museum, this vending machine dispenses small paintings, photography, jewelry, and other one-of-a-kind items.
