NYC Travel Guide 2026: Things to Do, Eat, Events & More
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony for 2026 will take place on Wednesday, December 2nd, starting at 7 PM in Midtown Manhattan. This annual event marks the official start of the holiday season in New York City and attracts thousands of visitors who come to see the iconic tree, decorated with over 50,000 multicolored LED […]
Participants dress as Santa or holiday figures for a fun-filled pub crawl across the city. It's free to join and promises a lively atmosphere. A SantaCon is simply a gathering of people dressed as Santa and if it's open to the public. Expect holiday cheer, unconventional gifts, naughty carols and general mayhem.
Parade Route & Activities The Route:, moved east toward Third Avenue, turned north up to 116th Street, and finished at 115th Street and Park Avenue The Procession:, traditional parrandas Community Museum Perks: hosted a morning kickoff breakfast and granted free gallery admission
The New York City Winter Jazzfest 2027 featuring a multi-day program and two signature "marathon" events in Brooklyn and Manhattan. The festival spans over a dozen venues across both boroughs. Signature Festival Layout While individual headliner schedules are released late in the year, the festival always anchors itself around two massive, multi-venue flagship events: The […]
Chinese New Year 2027 NYC - Year of the Goat: Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown, which will take place on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027 at 1 p.m. Get ready to welcome the Year of the Goat in style because the Chinese New Year Parade in NYC 2027 is going to be a spectacular celebration! […]
The legendary NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade is returning to Manhattan on March 17th, 2027, and it’s going to be an epic celebration of Irish culture and spirit!
Get ready for one of New York City's most whimsical and colorful traditions—the Easter Bonnet Festival Parade! Scheduled for Sunday March 28, 2027, this vibrant event transforms Fifth Avenue into a lively showcase of creativity, fashion, and fun. The festivities kick off at 10 AM and run until 4 PM, with the heart of the […]
Fleet Week 2027 runs May 27– June 1 in NYC. See the Parade of Ships, free ship tours (8AM–5PM), Intrepid Museum events & where to watch — full schedule. FAQ - When is Fleet Week NYC 2027? Fleet Week 2026 runs May 27–June 1 in NYC Where can I watch the Parade of Ships? The […]