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Sacred Sites Open House Weekend
Historic homes & sites, Religion & spirituality, Things to Do
- Free
History and architecture buffs will relish the special access afforded them by the New York Landmarks Conservancy this weekend, when more than 30 NYC religious institutions throw open their doors. Explore midtown’s Art Deco–style Temple Emanu-El, the...
- Until Sun May 19
- Various locations New York
Big Sur Brooklyn Bridge
Books, Things to Do
- Critics' pick
The California-based Henry Miller Memorial Library visits Williamsburg for a weeklong festival that includes parties, concerts, readings, film screenings and more. City Reliquary hosts the opening night bash on May 13, with readings from Ping Pong, the...
- Until Sun May 19
- Various locations New York
- Prices and times vary
TMZ Tour NYC
Things to Do
- Critics' pick
Entertainment junkies (and—let's be honest—tourists) can delve deeper into New York City's celebrity scene on TMZ's new bus tours. Conducted by On Location Tours, the two-hour excursions spotlight more than 70 places around Manhattan, from the tame (Jessica...
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Mon May 20
– Tue Dec 31 - Various locations New York
- $52, children 11 and under $42
Bike Month NYC
Cycling, Bike tours, Things to Do
- $
- Critics' pick
Each year, Transportation Alternatives and several biking businesses and nonprofits collaborate to make May the most cycling-friendly time of year. The full schedule is still to be announced, but look out for pedal-powered events such as Bike Expo New...
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Mon May 20
– Fri May 31 - Various locations New York
Internet Week
Things to Do
- Critics' pick
Locations, times and prices vary. Internet Week rolls out with eight days of Web-tastic events that are serious (Google Analytics training), practical (forums to pitch your start-up idea and hear others' pitches) and festive (like the boozy Webutante...
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Tue May 21
– Mon May 27 - Various locations New York
The Manhattan Cocktail Classic
Food & Drink
- $$$
- Critics' pick
In the four years since its inception, the Manhattan Cocktail Classic has become just that, a classic. The five-day cocktail fest raises a glass to New York’s boozy best, popping the cork with the dapper Opening Night Gala on May 17. The city’s most fashionable...
- Tue May 21
- Various locations New York
- $25–$395
World Science Festival
Science
- Free
Shhh: Your kids might actually learn something while having fun at this educational celebration. Little Galileos can look skyward during a stargazing party led by professional astronomers (June 3); live music and snacks are provided. Or set sail for Governors...
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Wed May 29
– Sun Jun 2 - Various locations New York
Howl! Festival
Museums & Attractions, Dance, Things to Do
- Critics' pick
- Free
The spirit of poet Allen Ginsberg informs this annual arts festival in the East Village.
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Fri May 31
– Sun Jun 2 - Various locations New York
Celebrate Israel Parade
Categories, Museums & Attractions
- Free
The Jewish homeland celebrates its 63rd birthday with a march down Fifth Avenue featuring floats, musicians, dancers, and more than 100 school groups and civic organizations. After watching the procession, head over to Central Park’s SummerStage for a...
- Sun Jun 2
- Various locations New York
Museum Mile Festival
Museums & Attractions, Art, Things to Do
- Critics' pick
- Free
A 23-block stretch of Fifth Avenue becomes a car-free promenade when ten of the city’s most prestigious art institutions—including the Guggenheim, the Met and the Museum of the City of New York—open their doors to the public free of charge for three hours....
- Tue Jun 11
- Various locations New York
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