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No matter what time of year you visit the Big Apple, there is always something going on.New York January Events
Pre-Lunar New Year Gala & Flower Market: Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year in Roosevelt Park with a week-long gala that provides Lower Manhattan with a cultural experience. Admission is free.
Lunar New Year Flower Market: Every January 1st catch a subway to Mulberry Street, between Bayard and Worth streets for this family-oriented festival featuring flowers, art, and entertainment.
Chinese New Year Global Gala: Chinese culture and art are on display at Radio City Music Hall.
Antiques @ the Piers: American and European furniture, silver, art glass and more are for sale at this antique fair.
Antiques @ the Armory: European and American quilts, jewelry, textiles, silver, porcelain, paintings, prints, sculpture and more are for sale at this antique fair.
Winter Antiques Fair: Takes place at the height of the antique season, this fair has over 70 exhibitors.
New York National Boat Show: Stop by the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center at 35th Street & 11th Avenue, New York City to check out luxury motor yachts, performance boats and other craft, along with accessories and marine equipment.
Lunar New Year Flower Market: Every January 1st catch a subway to Mulberry Street, between Bayard and Worth streets for this family-oriented festival featuring flowers, art, and entertainment.
Chinese New Year Global Gala: Chinese culture and art are on display at Radio City Music Hall.
Antiques @ the Piers: American and European furniture, silver, art glass and more are for sale at this antique fair.
Antiques @ the Armory: European and American quilts, jewelry, textiles, silver, porcelain, paintings, prints, sculpture and more are for sale at this antique fair.
Winter Antiques Fair: Takes place at the height of the antique season, this fair has over 70 exhibitors.
New York National Boat Show: Stop by the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center at 35th Street & 11th Avenue, New York City to check out luxury motor yachts, performance boats and other craft, along with accessories and marine equipment.
New York February Events
Chinese New Year: Parades fill Manhattan's lower east side with dragon and lion dancers and elaborate costumes. 10 days of celebration honor the Chinese New Year.
Westminster Kennel Club Show: The second oldest sporting event in the United States takes place in Madison Square Garden. Here you'll find over 2,500 dogs competing for bragging rights for Best in Show.
Toy Expo and Cultural Festival: Ethical Cultural Society, across from Central Park near Lincoln Center. The toy expo features limited edition dolls and teddy bears for sale. Also displayed are toy ideas from the Toy Invention Contest, held at New York City pubic schools.
Love N' Courage Benefit: Support the Theater for the New City's Emerging Playwrights Program by attending this event, where you can enjoy celebrity appearances, performances, champagne, and dinner.
International Art Expo: Yet anther expo at the Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan. dealers, retail galleries, interior designers, publishers, private collectors and more can be found at this annual New York City event.
Westminster Kennel Club Show: The second oldest sporting event in the United States takes place in Madison Square Garden. Here you'll find over 2,500 dogs competing for bragging rights for Best in Show.
Toy Expo and Cultural Festival: Ethical Cultural Society, across from Central Park near Lincoln Center. The toy expo features limited edition dolls and teddy bears for sale. Also displayed are toy ideas from the Toy Invention Contest, held at New York City pubic schools.
Love N' Courage Benefit: Support the Theater for the New City's Emerging Playwrights Program by attending this event, where you can enjoy celebrity appearances, performances, champagne, and dinner.
International Art Expo: Yet anther expo at the Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan. dealers, retail galleries, interior designers, publishers, private collectors and more can be found at this annual New York City event.
New York March Events
St. Patrick's Day Parade: Everything goes green along Fifth Avenue, from 44th to 86th streets on March 17 when the world-famous parade starts at 11 a.m.
South Street Seaport Irish Stroll: Pier 7 is host to this annual St. Patty's Day festival.
USA Memory Championship: Mental athletes convene at the Con Edison Auditorium to compete in seven events involving 250 random digits, an entire deck of cards, 300 random words, 99 names and faces, and an unpublished 50 line poem.
Manhattan Antiques Triple Pier Expo: Two weekends and over 600 dealers make this antique fair the largest in NYC.
Blades over Broadway: Riverbank State Park is host to this annual ice-skating show that attracts families, tourists, New York natives, and celebrities.
South Street Seaport Irish Stroll: Pier 7 is host to this annual St. Patty's Day festival.
USA Memory Championship: Mental athletes convene at the Con Edison Auditorium to compete in seven events involving 250 random digits, an entire deck of cards, 300 random words, 99 names and faces, and an unpublished 50 line poem.
Manhattan Antiques Triple Pier Expo: Two weekends and over 600 dealers make this antique fair the largest in NYC.
Blades over Broadway: Riverbank State Park is host to this annual ice-skating show that attracts families, tourists, New York natives, and celebrities.
New York April Events
Easter Parade: The Easter Parade on Fifth Avenue provides a showcase of finery from elegant to outlandish.
New York International Auto Show: The week-long New York International Auto Show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center is filled with concept cars, consumer models, and dream cars.
The Wedding Salon: Every aspect of your dream wedding is on display at Gotham Hall. Admission is pricey, but proceeds from the silent auction go to the Ovarian Cancer research fund.
New York Antiques and Fine Art Fair: Come to St. Paul the Apostle (Columbus Ave at 60th Street) to view the furnishings, paintings, accessories, ceramics, sculptures, maps, posters, and antique and estate jewelry.
The Big Swim: Support over 1,000 children aged 6-16 at the Manhattan's Asphalt Green Olympic-sized pool. Numerous free events culminate in appearances from Olympic stars.
National Tartan Day: Support the fight against cancer by promoting the Tunes of Glory Parade, where pipers and drummers parade down Sixth Avenue.
Night of a Thousand Gowns: Help benefit one of New York's oldest HIV/AIDS charities by attending this charity ball and silent auction.
New York International Auto Show: The week-long New York International Auto Show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center is filled with concept cars, consumer models, and dream cars.
The Wedding Salon: Every aspect of your dream wedding is on display at Gotham Hall. Admission is pricey, but proceeds from the silent auction go to the Ovarian Cancer research fund.
New York Antiques and Fine Art Fair: Come to St. Paul the Apostle (Columbus Ave at 60th Street) to view the furnishings, paintings, accessories, ceramics, sculptures, maps, posters, and antique and estate jewelry.
The Big Swim: Support over 1,000 children aged 6-16 at the Manhattan's Asphalt Green Olympic-sized pool. Numerous free events culminate in appearances from Olympic stars.
National Tartan Day: Support the fight against cancer by promoting the Tunes of Glory Parade, where pipers and drummers parade down Sixth Avenue.
Night of a Thousand Gowns: Help benefit one of New York's oldest HIV/AIDS charities by attending this charity ball and silent auction.
New York May Events
Great Five Boro Bike Tour: the Great Five Boro Bike Tour attracts 30,000 competitors to race through the five boroughs on a 42-mile course in the nation's largest annual cycling event.
Ninth Avenue International Food Festival: May transforms portions of Ninth Avenue from 37th to 5th street into one of New York's best and most delicious street fairs.
Spring Dachshund Festival: Sponsored by the Dachshund Friendship Club, this New York City festival in Washington Square Park hosts a party for Dachshunds and their owners.
Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit: Approximately 250 artists convene in Washington Square Park and present their pieces.
Art and Literary Street Fair: Visit Maria Hernandez Park to see a parade of children singing and dancing. Sponsored by the Coalition for Hispanic Family Services Arts and Literacy Program.
Ninth Avenue International Food Festival: May transforms portions of Ninth Avenue from 37th to 5th street into one of New York's best and most delicious street fairs.
Spring Dachshund Festival: Sponsored by the Dachshund Friendship Club, this New York City festival in Washington Square Park hosts a party for Dachshunds and their owners.
Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit: Approximately 250 artists convene in Washington Square Park and present their pieces.
Art and Literary Street Fair: Visit Maria Hernandez Park to see a parade of children singing and dancing. Sponsored by the Coalition for Hispanic Family Services Arts and Literacy Program.
New York June Events
Belmont Stakes: If you enjoy horse racing, you must visit Belmont Park in Elmont, Long Island and catch the final leg of the Triple Crown.
JVC Jazz Festival: Jazz players perform at venues including Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, the Beacon Theater and Town Hall from June through July.
Lesbian and Gay Pride March: A week of parades, parties, fireworks and other events heighten awareness for lesbian and gay issues and commemorate the Stonewall Riot of June 27, 1969.
Metropolitan Opera in the Parks: During much of June and July, city parks offer free evening performances.
Shakespeare in the Park: Avid Shakespeare fans line up for hours to grab tickets for this free performance under the stars at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
Puerto Rican Day Parade: Every second Sunday in June over three million visitors line up on Fifth Avenue between 44th and 85th Streets to celebrate the culture of New York City's largest ethnic group.
Camp Rollerblade: This free 2-day event in Central Park teaches novices and experts how improve their inline skating skills.
JVC Jazz Festival: Jazz players perform at venues including Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, the Beacon Theater and Town Hall from June through July.
Lesbian and Gay Pride March: A week of parades, parties, fireworks and other events heighten awareness for lesbian and gay issues and commemorate the Stonewall Riot of June 27, 1969.
Metropolitan Opera in the Parks: During much of June and July, city parks offer free evening performances.
Shakespeare in the Park: Avid Shakespeare fans line up for hours to grab tickets for this free performance under the stars at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
Puerto Rican Day Parade: Every second Sunday in June over three million visitors line up on Fifth Avenue between 44th and 85th Streets to celebrate the culture of New York City's largest ethnic group.
Camp Rollerblade: This free 2-day event in Central Park teaches novices and experts how improve their inline skating skills.
New York July Events
Independence Day: Each July 4 Macy's kicks off the world's largest fireworks display at approximately 9pm. Four barges stationed between 23rd and 42nd Streets in the East River set off 20,000 aerial shells. The New York Fire Department gets in on the act with fire boats shooting red, clear, and blue water over the river.
International Dance Festival: Benefiting the Summer Performance Lab Scholarship Program & See Dance Program, the International Dance Festival features exhibits by world class dance troupes, including Assembly Dance Theater of Taiwan, Johann Bjorvission Dance Co. of Iceland, Nina Buisson Contemporary Move, and Synthesis Dance Project.
Lincoln Center Festival: View the international dance, theater, music, opera and circus performances at Lincoln Center in New York City.
Mostly Mozart: A classical music extravaganza, also featuring works of Beethoven, Schubert, and more.
Asian American Film Festival: One of the first of its kind, this New York City film festival honors Asian contributions to the world of modern cinema.
Midsummer Nights Swing: Show off your moves at Josie Robertson Plaza at Lincoln Center where all night you can listen to the rhythms of swing, salsa, and tango.
New York City Tap Festival: 9 days of tapping include classes for dancers of all ages and performances by professional tappers.
International Dance Festival: Benefiting the Summer Performance Lab Scholarship Program & See Dance Program, the International Dance Festival features exhibits by world class dance troupes, including Assembly Dance Theater of Taiwan, Johann Bjorvission Dance Co. of Iceland, Nina Buisson Contemporary Move, and Synthesis Dance Project.
Lincoln Center Festival: View the international dance, theater, music, opera and circus performances at Lincoln Center in New York City.
Mostly Mozart: A classical music extravaganza, also featuring works of Beethoven, Schubert, and more.
Asian American Film Festival: One of the first of its kind, this New York City film festival honors Asian contributions to the world of modern cinema.
Midsummer Nights Swing: Show off your moves at Josie Robertson Plaza at Lincoln Center where all night you can listen to the rhythms of swing, salsa, and tango.
New York City Tap Festival: 9 days of tapping include classes for dancers of all ages and performances by professional tappers.
New York August Events
Harlem Week: Celebrate historic Harlem culture with concerts, poetry readings, kid activities, sporting events, fashion shows and more.
U.S. Open Tennis: The U.S. Open is the final Grand Slam event of the tennis season, drawing top competitors for singles, doubles and mixed doubles. The U.S. Open grounds in Flushing Meadows, Queens also features the world's largest tennis stadium.
Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors: Interactive programs for families and kids are offered at this month-long event.
Wilkil Art Summer Series: Stop by the Curb Art Space on West 34th Street for an evening of entertainment, including art, music, wine, and painting.
New York International Fringe Festival: The Lower East Side of Manhattan is host to theater, musicals, dance and comedy acts at over 20 venues.
U.S. Open Tennis: The U.S. Open is the final Grand Slam event of the tennis season, drawing top competitors for singles, doubles and mixed doubles. The U.S. Open grounds in Flushing Meadows, Queens also features the world's largest tennis stadium.
Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors: Interactive programs for families and kids are offered at this month-long event.
Wilkil Art Summer Series: Stop by the Curb Art Space on West 34th Street for an evening of entertainment, including art, music, wine, and painting.
New York International Fringe Festival: The Lower East Side of Manhattan is host to theater, musicals, dance and comedy acts at over 20 venues.
New York September Events
Labor Day: First Monday in September
Big Apple Performing Arts Festival: The New York City gay men's chorus and others perform in a carnival setting along Seventh Avenue.
New York Film Festival: This 17-day festival showcases new cinematic works from around the world.
Feast of San Gennaro: Italian street fair devoted to the patron saint of Naples.
Katherine Hepburn Garden Festival: Midway along Second Avenue taste a sample of more than 500 ethnic foods and enjoy the arts and crafts.
African American Day Parade: Runs on Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard from 111th street to 142nd street.
Wigstock: Take a stroll along Pier 54 for the ultimate dragfest, full of wigs and lots of cross-dressing.
Big Apple Performing Arts Festival: The New York City gay men's chorus and others perform in a carnival setting along Seventh Avenue.
New York Film Festival: This 17-day festival showcases new cinematic works from around the world.
Feast of San Gennaro: Italian street fair devoted to the patron saint of Naples.
Katherine Hepburn Garden Festival: Midway along Second Avenue taste a sample of more than 500 ethnic foods and enjoy the arts and crafts.
African American Day Parade: Runs on Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard from 111th street to 142nd street.
Wigstock: Take a stroll along Pier 54 for the ultimate dragfest, full of wigs and lots of cross-dressing.
New York October Events
Halloween: The ghosts, ghouls, witches and characters come out in full force on October 31. Check out the variety of parades and parties to entertain you this Halloween in Manhattan.
Columbus Day Festival: Second Monday in October. Lower Broadway celebrates Columbus Day with cultural and corporate displays to complement the food and live entertainment.
NYC Oktoberfest: Midway along Lexington Avenue venture to Oktoberfest for more than 500 ethnic foods, arts, crafts, and other exhibits.
Dewey's Halloween Costume Party: Costumes are recommended but not required at Dewey's Flatiron Bar & Lounge.
Feast with Famous Faces: Top NYC chefs prepare signature dishes to support the League for the Hard of Hearing.
Independent Feature Film Market: Angelika Film Center hosts an American independent film festival and workshops.
NYC Underground Comedy Festival: Undiscovered and popular comedians perform at this week-long comedy festival which spans multiple venues.
Pagan Pride Day Harvest Celebration: held a Battery Park each October.
International Vintage Poster Fair: Venture to the Metropolitan Pavilion to see exhibitors from the US and Europe sell off their vintage posters dating to the 1890's.
Dachshund Oktoberfest: Sponsored by the Dachshund Friendship Club, this New York City festival in Washington Square Park hosts a party for Dachshunds and their owners.
Union Square Autumn Fair: Travel to Park Avenue to enjoy the 200 merchants from all corners of the globe.
Columbus Day Festival: Second Monday in October. Lower Broadway celebrates Columbus Day with cultural and corporate displays to complement the food and live entertainment.
NYC Oktoberfest: Midway along Lexington Avenue venture to Oktoberfest for more than 500 ethnic foods, arts, crafts, and other exhibits.
Dewey's Halloween Costume Party: Costumes are recommended but not required at Dewey's Flatiron Bar & Lounge.
Feast with Famous Faces: Top NYC chefs prepare signature dishes to support the League for the Hard of Hearing.
Independent Feature Film Market: Angelika Film Center hosts an American independent film festival and workshops.
NYC Underground Comedy Festival: Undiscovered and popular comedians perform at this week-long comedy festival which spans multiple venues.
Pagan Pride Day Harvest Celebration: held a Battery Park each October.
International Vintage Poster Fair: Venture to the Metropolitan Pavilion to see exhibitors from the US and Europe sell off their vintage posters dating to the 1890's.
Dachshund Oktoberfest: Sponsored by the Dachshund Friendship Club, this New York City festival in Washington Square Park hosts a party for Dachshunds and their owners.
Union Square Autumn Fair: Travel to Park Avenue to enjoy the 200 merchants from all corners of the globe.
New York November Events
Times Square New Year's Eve: The famous ball drop atop One Times Square has been a December 31 tradition dating back to 1906. Each year, hundreds of thousands of people descend upon Times Square to experience this free event. If you are planning to join the festivities, get there early and be prepared to be corralled into barricaded areas where you'll have to stay for the duration. If you leave, you can't get back to your original spot.
Christmas: December 25. Whether you're looking for window shopping, holiday events and performances or a place to enjoy your Christmas dinner, Christmas is a great time to visit New York City.
Polar Bear Christmas: On weekends, Central Park Zoo polar bears are on the take, opening gift-wrapped turkeys and other Yule treats.
Kwanza Festival: Jacob Javitz Convention center hosts this African cultural extravaganza.
Christmas: December 25. Whether you're looking for window shopping, holiday events and performances or a place to enjoy your Christmas dinner, Christmas is a great time to visit New York City.
Polar Bear Christmas: On weekends, Central Park Zoo polar bears are on the take, opening gift-wrapped turkeys and other Yule treats.
Kwanza Festival: Jacob Javitz Convention center hosts this African cultural extravaganza.
New York December Events
Chocolate Show: At the Metropolitan Pavilion chocolate lovers show their tasteful artistry amid live music from chocolate-producing countries.
Lighting at Rockefeller Center: Rockefeller Center's annual tree lighting and ice skating show kicks off NYC's holiday season.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Internationally recognized parade known for elaborate floats and marching bands.
Madison Avenue Holiday Expo: Madison Avenue shines as exhibitors create a balloon archway leading to arts, collectibles and fashion musts.
New York Comedy Festival: Over 50 stand-up comics perform at various venues.
Holiday Boutique: Thousands of attendees go to the St. Anthony of Padua School for this holiday crafts fair.
Lighting at Rockefeller Center: Rockefeller Center's annual tree lighting and ice skating show kicks off NYC's holiday season.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Internationally recognized parade known for elaborate floats and marching bands.
Madison Avenue Holiday Expo: Madison Avenue shines as exhibitors create a balloon archway leading to arts, collectibles and fashion musts.
New York Comedy Festival: Over 50 stand-up comics perform at various venues.
Holiday Boutique: Thousands of attendees go to the St. Anthony of Padua School for this holiday crafts fair.