There’s only one constant in New York City: Change. This new exhibit explores the rapid development and what’s left behind.
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The Tenement Museum’s food tours are back on the Lower East Side after a four-year hiatus
Snack on pickles, pulled pork, and pretzels while exploring NYC's immigrant history.
Afro-surrealism and Afrofuturism are explored in this new immersive exhibit
Digital art and poetry combine for a dive into Afrocentricity and Afrofuturism at this new immersive exhibit.
A first look at the Intrepid Museum’s major new exhibit on the Space Race
It's the largest temporary exhibit in the museum's history.
See vintage Statue of Liberty tattoos at this new City Reliquary exhibit
The Brooklyn museum is tracing NYC's tattooing history.
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New in the art world
Otherworldly bronze sculptures have popped up in Brooklyn Bridge Park
Otherworldly bronze sculptures have popped up in Brooklyn Bridge Park
They're made with cork and animal skull fragments.
A first look at the Paul McCartney photography exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
A first look at the Paul McCartney photography exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
Screaming fans and personal moments included.
An enormous hot dog has taken up residence in the middle of Times Square
An enormous hot dog has taken up residence in the middle of Times Square
The giant sculpture shoots confetti into the air every day at noon.
The best outdoor art in NYC this spring
The best outdoor art in NYC this spring
Check out our recommendations for the absolute best outdoor art to see around New York City this spring.
Print Your Own Mother's Day Card workshop
Print Your Own Mother's Day Card workshop
Forget the $7 Hallmark card. Make Mom a handmade card—for free. Head to Bowne & Co. at the Seaport on Saturday, May 4 at noon to make a...
Ridgewood Open Studios
Ridgewood Open Studios
After a five-year hiatus, this free exhibition celebrating the Ridgewood art community returns with works from over 80 participating artists.
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Annual precipitation is predicted to increase by 10% through the 2030s.
Dress up like a creature from the Gowanus Canal at this artsy new parade
The weirder, the better.
Otherworldly bronze sculptures have popped up in Brooklyn Bridge Park
They're made with cork and animal skull fragments.
A first look at the Paul McCartney photography exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
Screaming fans and personal moments included.
A massive hip-hop extravaganza hosted by Mary J. Blige is taking over NYC this month
This will be third annual "Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit."
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What’s on stage
Meet the characters and cast of Stereophonic
We asked all seven actors from the hit Broadway play Stereophonic to tell us about their characters—and...
NYC's best summer music festivals of 2024
Get the scoop on all the best summer music festivals happening this year (and don't forget the sunscreen).
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Michael Stuhlbarg and Will Keen play Russian roulette in a play about the rise of Vladimir Putin.
Open Stages Music Festival
Hear performances from over 150 musicians across 15 different stages on stoops, schoolyards, parks, and local...
Some early thoughts on the 2024 Tony nominations
What do the nominations tell us about the Tonys?
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Billie Eilish has just announced three massive New York City shows this year – here’s how to get tickets
The pop superstar’s Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour will come to NYC this October.
The official 2024 Tony Award nominations (complete list)
A full list of the 2024 nominees for Broadway's biggest prize
Wall to Wall Prince
Celebrate all that the music icon created, championed and inspired with this all-day Prince-a-thon at Symphony...
In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY
New York City’s premiere festival of Italian theater will host full productions of Italian plays across all five...
The Drunk Texts: Star Wars
Enjoy three performances of Shakespearean Star Wars, including drinking games with Yoda, shots with Darth Vader...
Movie-going in NYC
The best drive-in movie theaters in NYC
The nostalgic entertainment form has made its way back into the spotlight.
The best NYC movie theaters
We’ve assembled a list of the choicest theaters to see that film you've been wanting to see.
The best dine-in movie theaters in NYC
A new breed of theater offers a proper dining experience that’s convenient and tasty.
The 20 best NYC movies of all time
See your home through a cinematic lens with these films.
Playlist inspiration: the best albums and songs
The 45 best karaoke songs ever made
The 45 best karaoke songs ever made
Dial up one of the best karaoke songs next time you feel like grabbing a mic and soaking up the spotlight
The 50 best podcasts to listen to in 2024
The 50 best podcasts to listen to in 2024
From true crime to politics and music to history, it's another great year for podcasts. Here's what we're listening to.
The 50 best sad songs ever written
The 50 best sad songs ever written
Because what's the only thing better than a good cry? That's right, it's crying with a soundtrack
The 100 best party songs ever made
The 100 best party songs ever made
Put the best party songs on your celebration playlist and you’re guaranteed a body-moving dance explosion
The 60 best love songs of all time
The 60 best love songs of all time
Looking for the courage to confess your unrequited love, or just in need of a big old cry? We got you
The 60 best sexy songs ever made
The 60 best sexy songs ever made
From sensual soul to gloriously freaky bangers, these are the perfect sexy songs to set the mood in the bedroom
Laugh it up in NYC
Comics Around Comics
Hear comics around comics at this comedy show held in a comic book shop. The event's hosted on Saturday, May 4 — known as Free Comic Book Day —...
Caveat Sketch Sampler
This live sketch show at Caveat combines funny bits from not one but five different comedy shows.
Schtick a Pole in It
You won't believe how seamlessly good comedy can work with pole dancing (you can read about it here). While stellar stand-ups deliver sets, pro dancers...
The Comedy Lottery
If you're an up-and-coming comedian and want to try your luck, the comedy lottery hosted by Demetrius Fields and Austin Locke might just give you the...
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The most famous paintings of all time
A ranking of the most famous paintings, from Jan van Eyck’s portrait to Gustav Klimt’s masterpiece.
A harrowing Nova Music Festival exhibit just opened in NYC
Music executive Scooter Braun is among the installation's organizers.
Lost NYC landmarks are found again at this New-York Historical Society exhibit
"It is about loss but also about recovery and also about remembering."
The most famous artists of all time
From painting to sculpture, the most famous artists of all time have created the most iconic works in art history
The top famous sculptures of all time
From pre-history to the 21st century, here are the top famous sculptures of all time.
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Incredible immersive experiences to do in NYC right now
From art exhibits to theatrical events, these experiences promise to transport you to new realities.
An artful immersive experience about bugs just opened in Manhattan
It’ll set your senses aflutter.
The most famous architects you need to know
These famous architects have created buildings that are works of art
An enormous hot dog has taken up residence in the middle of Times Square
The giant sculpture shoots confetti into the air every day at noon.
A first look at the Met’s powerful new rooftop art installation
The poignant exhibit is an ode to children living in war zones.