Shaye Weaver

Short of checking into one of NYC’s most iconic hotels, there’s no better way to settle into the city than by staying somewhere with a bit of personality. And Brooklyn makes a pretty good case for it. Across the East River, you’ll find more space for your money, neighborhoods packed with brilliant places to eat and drink, and easy access to Manhattan when you want to get stuck into the big-ticket attractions. So, if you’re looking for somewhere a little more interesting than a standard hotel room, start here. We’ve rounded up some of the coolest Airbnbs in Brooklyn, from characterful brownstones and garden apartments to modern city pads and proper group-friendly homes. Whether you’re after somewhere to crash after a day of sightseeing or a place you’ll actually want to hang out in, there should be a stay here with your name on it. Updated September 2026: We’ve given this list a much-needed edit, this time with a spotlight on a brownstone apartment in Crown Heights, and a handy duo of studios in Bay Ridge.  The best Airbnbs in Brooklyn, at a glance:  ☀️ Best for outdoor space & summer vibes: The garden apartment in Bushwick 🍎 Best for group trips & classic NYC style: The huge loft in Greenwood Heights 🗽 Best for chic interiors & location: The cosy private suite in Bushwick 💗 Best for history lovers & couples: The landmark brownstone apartment in Bed-Stuy RECOMMENDED: 🗽See our full guide to the best hotels in NYC 🌉 Check out the best attractions in Brooklyn🛁 Find the b

While we can never quit NYC, with its amazing restaurants, internationally-recognized bars and world-class museums, the crowds, the hustle and the pace, however, can lead to some serious stress. And, well, sometimes we need a weekend trip away. Fortunately, the location of our fine city affords easy access to many other exciting, yet more relaxed destinations. These weekend getaways from NYC offer fun, relaxation and a little something different not too far from home. Whether you’re taking a car or public transportation, these destinations open up a whole new world in upstate New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and more. Plus, they're easily accessible in five hours or less. Enjoy nature, chill by a lake, take in some art or do a little shopping. From quaint towns to beachy locales, a weekend away will be just the thing to recharge. If you don’t have a whole weekend to spare, consider one of these day trips from NYC. Looking for a longer getaway? A road trip from NYC might be for you. RECOMMENDED: 🚕 Best things to do in upstate New York🏖️ Best beach hotels near NYC🍺 The best Airbnbs near breweries outside of NYC⛰️ The coziest Airbnb cabins near NYC🎿 The best Airbnbs for a ski getaway from NYC This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

Taking your love to new heights can be a tricky task but after a date night at One World Observatory, it's not so daunting—it's fun! In March, I was invited by the observatory for a complimentary dinner date with my husband that started with the observatory experience and ended with a decadent meal at ONE Dine—its elevated New American restaurant from Chef Reuel Vincent. I'd never been to the top of ONE World Trade before. At 102 stories (1,268 feet) high, the observatory offers a rare view of New York City and New Jersey other vantage points do not. It's so high up that you nearly touch the clouds and you can easily view flight traffic in the distance. Because it's situated Downtown, the city unfolds before you like a vast landscape of twinkling stars. You can see the skyscraper-less West Village, the bright LED lights of Times Square, the bridges over the East River, the tiny boats in the harbor and so much more. Photograph by Thomas Leonczik To get there, my date and I got to take a quick photo together before heading into a super high-tech elevator that whisked us up 102 floors in 47 seconds. The elevator's interior walls were actually screens that show the development of the city across 400 years, from its indigenous roots to today. As our ears popped, we got to envision our city from its birth to its role as the crossroads of the world. Once the doors slid open, we were escorted to a room for a quick film in the See Forever Theater that celebrated the city today with

Free and cheap tickets to New York City's best museums? They exist! One of the benefits of living in or visiting NYC is the plethora of incredible cultural institutions at your fingertips. The Metropolitan Museum Of Art, MoMA and the Guggenheim are among the finest in the world. The only downside: pricey admissions fees. Unlike cities such as London or Washington, D.C., New York isn’t big on publicly funded museums, which is too bad—especially if you actually live here and have to spend most of your wages on food and rent. Granted, there are senior and student discounts, and memberships that let you get in gratis if you’re willing to pay the annual fee up front. There is a workaround. Most museums offer some free hours throughout the week or month, and some have pay-what-you-wish admission—you just have to know where and when they are. In our guide to all the free museum days and cheap admission hacks in NYC, we’ve got the info you need—whether you live here or are planning a visit. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best museums in NYC

NYC's public swimming pools are an oasis for heat-weary New Yorkers every summer, whether they take a dip in the cool waters or just lounge poolside. We certainly have our pick of options as there are more than 60 public swimming pools scattered around New York’s five boroughs. Here's our comprehensive list of the squeaky clean—and totally free—swimming pools in NYC. RECOMMENDED: The best hotel and rooftop pools in NYC Since we don't condone sneaking a flask past the locker room, we've suggested some post-sunbathing spots to rehydrate with frozen cocktails while munching on some tasty bar food and snacks. Want to make a splash above ground level? Several of the best hotels in NYC have rooftop pools that allow non-hotel guests to enjoy the facilities (for a price, of course).

Okay, okay, Midtown has its perks, but Downtown? Well, we reckon it’s one of the best places to stay when you’re visiting New York City. Comprising the neighborhoods which sit at the southern tip of Manhattan (we’re talking the Financial District, Tribeca, Greenwich Village, and Chinatown) there’s loads worth exploring here, and plenty of stylish hotels at which to base yourself. This brand-new list includes our absolute favorites, from reliable, affordable chains to titans of New York luxury. Scroll on.  Which area is best to stay in New York? Downtown is a brilliant neighborhood to stay in New York, whether you’re visiting the city for the first or the fiftieth time. You’re blessed with easy access to Midtown and Brooklyn, while being a step back from the never ending bustle, all while having great restaurants and shopping nearby. Have a read of our guide to all the best places to stay in New York.  Downtown’s best hotels at a glance: 💎 Most luxurious: The Beekman 👛 Best budget: Moxy Lower East Side 🌃 Best view: The Dominick 👙 Best pool: The Greenwich Hotel 🧊 Coolest: Nine Orchard 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in New York How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have reviewed many of the hotels featured below, but we may not have stayed at every single one. Any we haven’t s

The most popular Broadway shows tend to be musicals, from long-running favorites like The Lion King and Hamilton to more recent hits like Hadestown and Moulin Rouge!—but new plays and revivals also represent an important part of the Broadway experience. Right now, there are so many incredible shows to see, from musicals and plays to new stories and revivals. On a budget? Read our guide on How to Get Cheap Broadway Tickets for rush, lottery, and discount tips. RECOMMENDED: Find the best Broadway showsRECOMMENDED: Current and upcoming Off Broadway shows The 5 Best Broadway Shows Right Now (Critic's Picks) Death of a Salesman, Hamilton, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Maybe Happy Ending and Oh, Mary! top our critic's list. But don't just take our word for it—go see them for yourself! For a full roster of shows that are coming soon, check out our list of upcoming Broadway shows.

​Already ate and drank your way through all the best rooftop bars and waterfront restaurants in NYC? It’s time to upgrade to the high seas (or at least, like, the low rivers). To take in the best views of the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building and the Brooklyn Bridge while you dine, check a dinner cruise off your must-do-in-NYC list. The breeze off the Hudson, the diving gulls, the sunset over the skyline…it’s enough to make even the most mid glass of Prosecco taste like the best thing you ever drank. ​Whether you’re looking to book a dinner cruise for a romantic night out, a happy hour with friends or a family reunion, we’ve rounded up the best options from casual buffets to black-tie-optional affairs with five-course plated dinners, live music and dancing on boats. Setting sail from the Hudson River, the East River and New York Harbor, you can splash out on caviar and lobster tail or set sail for $0.00 on the Staten Island Ferry. ​Summer 2026 update: This year, you’ll find plenty of special cruises to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Watch the arrival of the 250th fleet of “tall ships,” watch the fireworks and see Lady Liberty up close and personal. Make sure to book ahead, especially for big groups, because the best times will fill up quickly now that the weather has turned. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

The world will be watching as its best soccer teams converge across 16 North American cities to battle for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. Held from June 11 to July 19, the World Cup will be staged across Mexico, Canada and the U.S. For the first time since 1994, Americans will be able to attend World Cup matches at home across 11 cities: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, the San Francisco Bay Area and Seattle. It’ll be the biggest World Cup ever—with 48 teams and 104 matches!—and needless to say, the hype is building here in the States. Unfortunately, not everyone can attend the games. But the second-best way to see the action? On your TV screen.  On this page, we’ll keep you up to date by explaining how you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup from home with and without cable. RECOMMENDED: FIFA World Cup 2026: how to get tickets, prices and host cities around the U.S. How to watch the World Cup 2026 on TV You can watch the matches on the official FIFA World Cup broadcast channels—Fox Sports (Fox and FS1), Telemundo and Universo. How to watch the World Cup without cable There are so many ways to watch the games if you don’t have cable. You can watch live on  FIFA+, the Telemundo app, Peacock, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Fubo and Sling. Each one has its own pricing and live streaming capabilities can come at a cost—upwards of $100 a month. YouTube, however, has a Sports plan for $64.99 per month, which has access to

New York City’s cultural amenities are many, but none quite match the number, scale, and variety of its museums. There is literally an institution for every interest, whether it’s in art, history, science, or quirkier subjects. From 5,000 years of art history at The Metropolitan Museum to cutting-edge art at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City is an art lovers' paradise. There are dozens of other types of museums, too, like the encyclopedic American Museum Of Natural History, the classical New-York Historical Society, and the sultry Museum of Sex. Photography fans have to check out the International Center of Photography, architecture buffs should head to the Skyscraper Museum, and transit lovers can't miss the New York Transit Museum. And, of course, that’s just the tip of the iceberg, even if you don’t count all of the other museums in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Is it a lot to take in? Certainly. But if you want to find a museum with your name on it, look no further than our complete guide to the best museums in NYC, complete with highlights at each one.  RECOMMENDED: 🖼Full guide to the best museum exhibitions in NYC

We love a European vacation as much as the next person, but perhaps less so these days. Despite the innovations in air travel luring us abroad, there’s just too much to see and do right here in America. With plenty of accessible domestic tourism and stunning destinations for year-round travel, a weekend getaway in the U.S. is just the vacation we all need right now. Our picks bypass the obvious choices, say New York or L.A., in favor of smaller cities with booming art scenes, lesser-known towns with incredible restaurants and coastal spots with plenty of room to spread out on the sand. You’ll find fewer crowds and plenty of small-town charm at these unexpected destinations. Looking for someplace to go in 2026? These places should absolutely be on your travel radar this year. RECOMMENDED: The best cities to visit in the U.S.

So you’re looking to find a good jazz club in NYC? The city is the home of some of the best jazz in the world and has been since the 1920s. But recently, they, along with so many live-music venues around the city, have gone through a rough patch with skyrocketing rent and cost increases. That’s why it’s important to enjoy a night out at these bastions of great music. We’ve rounded up the top jazz clubs NYC has to offer from Greenwich Village, Manhattan to Gowanus, Brooklyn, touching on hallowed landmarks, swanky newcomers, cutting-edge outer-borough spots, no-frills joints, date-idea destinations and more. RECOMMENDED: Full coverage of jazz in NYC

This year's Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will be one for the books. Celebrating both America's 250th and the 50th anniversary of the fireworks display, Macy's is setting off more than 85,000 shells and putting on a laser show from the Brooklyn Bridge at the same time! It'll all take place where the East River and the Hudson River meet by the Brooklyn Bridge. That's why one of the best seats in the house will be at Time Out Market New York! To mark the occasion, our fifth-floor rooftop is throwing an epic Independence Day Celebration with specialty cocktails, access to the city's best restaurants, including Rogue Panda, Bark Barbecue and Fornino, an open bar (5-10pm) and jams by DJ Fatfingaz of the Heavy Hitters all night with a break at 9pm for the fireworks. Tickets are priced at $300 (plus fees) and the event runs from 5pm to midnight. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a front-row view of this special fireworks display paired with some of the city's finest eats and drinks. Buy yours here.

A cool 1,100-feet up, Summit One Vanderbilt sits atop the 67-floor One Vanderbilt, the city's fourth-tallest building (after One World Trade Center, Central Park Tower, and 111 West 57th Street), which is located just west of Grand Central Terminal.  But first, you'll enter the experience underground. After a trip through a mirrored hallway with its own immersive elements, take an elevator up to the 91st floor, perched 1,000 feet over the streets and sidewalks of NYC. Kenzo Digital has created a totally mirrored infinity room called "Air" that reflects the sky and city views over and over, making you feel like you're walking in the sky or on another plane of existence. Looking above you and below you in this two-story space, you see your reflection repeating forever. After you ascend to the third level of this experience, guests are introduced to "Levitation," a series of transparent glass sky-boxes that jut out of the building at 1,063 feet above Madison Avenue. Here, you can stand over the street with just glass between you and the ground. It's certainly not for the faint of heart. If you want to amp up your visit, opt for a SUMMIT Premium Experience—the ticket package offers guests an elevated journey through Midtown’s tallest skyscraper and includes skip-the-line access, a personalized 90-minute guided tour of SUMMIT’s three dynamic floors, a complimentary cocktail or mocktail at SUMMIT’s Après, and stunning views of NYC and beyond.

The opulent residence that houses a private collection of great masters (from the 14th through the 19th centuries) was originally built for industrialist Henry Clay Frick. The firm of Carrère & Hastings designed the 1914 structure in an 18th-century European style, with a beautiful interior court and reflecting pool. The permanent collections include world-class paintings, sculpture and furniture by the likes of Rembrandt, Vermeer, Renoir and French cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener.  Following its 2020 closure for renovations, the Frick Collection reopened on April 17, 2025 inside its historic Gilded Age mansion. Now, visitors can see the museum's permanent collection inside restored spaces on the first floor while also walking around a new roster of galleries on the mansion's second floor—once the Frick family's private quarters—now open to the public for the very first time. That means you can walk into the original bedroom of Henry Clay Frick! Read more on The Frick's incredible new offerings, including a new 218-seat auditorium, an airy class room, an expanded reception hall, new state-of-the-art conservation studios and the museum’s first-ever cafe.

A hotel needs to tick at least three boxes for when you’re visiting New York City—it’s got to be clean, comfortable and centrally located. Aura Hotel Times Square checks these off easily, and it all begins when you enter the lobby on West 44th Street. As soon as we stepped inside the soothing space (with a dreamy scent immediately gracing us), the chaos of midtown quickly faded away. Our check-in was seamless and pleasant (we were given two drink tickets to the bar next door, The Long Room), and we got to head up to our room straight away, one of the penthouse suites overlooking part of Times Square and the Theater District—a reminder of just how perfectly located Aura Hotel is. Why stay at Aura Hotel Times Square? Set across from Belasco Theatre, a block or two from Bryant Park, Times Square and many other Broadway theaters, it is one of the more convenient stays in the area, and it doesn’t skimp on vibes. Aura Hotel was previously Hotel Mela, but it underwent an extensive renovation, with a grand reopening in 2024 by Rebel Hotel Company. So, what’s new here? A fresh aesthetic with newly redesigned rooms with modern furnishings, state-of-the-art technology and better cityscape views is what. The stylish design found in each room is both calming and pleasant with upscale touches across the space, from plush rugs to light wood accents and more. Plus, there are lovely Molton Brown toiletries and Nespresso coffee machines in each room. Aura Hotel Times Square also has a dedicate

Coney Island has been the center of seaside amusement since before the turn of the 20th century. It has been romanticized in film and music—beloved for its exciting rides and wacky attractions for children and the nostalgic memories it brings to adults. It saw years of neglect, sure, but the arrival of the Luna Park amusement park restored the area’s lively nature. Today, hundreds of thousands of people visit what has become one of the top New York beaches offering a range of fun things to do in summer. From movie nights to concerts and the wild Mermaid Parade, there’s truly an activity for everyone. The summer destination is one of the best day trips from NYC, so when you go, hit must-visit stops like Nathan’s Famous hot dog stand for a bite, attend a crazy Coney Island Cyclone game and check out New York City's only aquarium.

Love the art of letter writing? Letters Live allows you to step into the words of luminaries like David Bowie, Charlotte Brontë, Che Guevara, Mohandas Gandhi and others with a live reading by talented performers. In the past, featured performers have been Benedict Cumberbatch, Lawrence Fishburne, Olivia Colman, Cate Blanchett and Taika Waititi! Not only that, the live reading is set to live music by popular artists. But you won't know who's performing until they take the stage. Organizers say, "rest assured, you will not be disappointed!" You'll have three nights to sit in for the readings—May 31 and June 1 and 2.

This was the first recreational cannabis retail store in New York and its focus is on smaller businesses owned by BIPOC and women, including Florist Farms, Back Home Cannabis Company, Aryloom and Lobo Cannagar. You’ll find vapes, edibles, flower, prerolls and more from these brands in addition to apparel and literature about smoking, cannabis, the mission of Housing Works and more. You can peruse its full menu here. The dispensary in its first year added 200 more products to its menu with more from queer-, BIPOC- and women-owned and led companies. And currently carries several social equity brands, including Brelixi, Fat Nell, The Weekenders and Flamer and Drew Martin. Housing Works also puts its generated revenue back into the community that it serves. Since 1990, the nonprofit has been an advocate for those living with and affected by HIV/AIDS and has provided lifesaving services and has done that through entrepreneurial businesses, including its 10 thrift stores and bookstore/cafe in Soho. The dispensary was its 12th shop in NYC and one of many dispensaries it has planned (another just opened in NoMad at 30th Street and Sixth Avenue). 

This giant space with shiny wood floors and colorful art on its walls is Steinway's own licensed cannabis dealer and art gallery.  Those looking for product get a personalized experience with a focus on the therapeutic and wellness benefits that cannabis can offer in a welcoming, informative and educational atmosphere. And as mentioned earlier, Cannavita has its sights set higher—it regularly hosts gallery nights to support local artists, comedy nights and even yoga nights to encourage mindfulness and wellness.

NYC Bud is not only Long Island City's first recreational dispensary but the first subway-themed dispensary. The interior is designed to look like an MTA subway station with vintage subway benches, subway signs and even graffiti from classic ’80s artists. There's a “wide range of high-quality” NYC cannabis brands for purchase in-store or delivery, including flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles and accessories from brands like Dank, Zizzle, MFNY, Ruby Farms, Good Times, Chef for Higher and Plug N Play. The shop also hosts fun events like Buds & Brushes, comedy shows, bud brunches and DJ sets.

Tucked away on Bridge Street in an old factory basement, this two-story playscape for kids and adults contains ample room for fun, including laser tag, mini-bowling and arcade games. Laser tag games are comprised of three 10-15-minute matches, where you bob and weave around rustic columns and obstacles Area 53 has set up. Across an hour-and-a-half, you and your friends will be giggling and screaming as you "shoot" each other's guns to gain points. It's not for the faint of heart—running to avoid lasers is a workout, but a super fun one. We'd recommend checking out its "After Dark" laser tag and mini-bowling for those 18+ on Thursday nights. Area 53's mini-bowling allows for up to six people to knock down pins across 25 minutes and its arcade has traditional games, from basketball shooting games to racing games and claw machines.  Area 53 has other locations with even more fun—its Williamsburg "Adventure" spot has a ropes course, rock climbing, a zip line, slides, battle beams and ball and foam pits, an arcade, roller skating and more! There's also an Area 53 Paintball arena in Williamsburg that's 20,000 square feet (with its own arcade). We recently took our editorial team to laser tag at Area 53, and we had an absolute blast (pun intended).

This Australian shop, which began as a market stall in 2007, opened a store in Brooklyn in 2012, and offers pretty good deals, from $5 and $10 boxes of vintage pieces to dig through to more curated selections from Brooklyn-based brands. More specifically, its denim selection is impressive and includes a lot of different styles, patterns and fits. The store says Malia Obama, Jenna Ortega, Olivia Rodrigo and Robert Pattinson have all perused its wares. Time Out Tip: On a recent visit, we picked up some darling dangling star earrings and a watch ring—it was very busy, so we plan to go back on a week day.

Dig and ye shall find: The booty at this crazy-packed vintage store includes 1960s–1990s options for both guys and girls, plus a considerable costume jewelry and funky housewares selection. Not only is it chock full of great finds but it's really fun to look at. We went on a recent Saturday and found so much amid its racks, including a barely used sleek Michael Kors purse for $50 and a pair of never-worn, black velvet combat boots for $25. Even cooler, I found out that they take donations and you get 25% off your next purchase. Time Out Tip: The store spans two floors at 496 Driggs Avenue and 197 North 9th Street, so plan accordingly and bring some friends (and reusable bags) for a hunt to remember.

Move over Saturday Night Live—Netflix just added all six seasons (that's 135 episodes) of SCTV, the Canadian sketch comedy show known for launching the careers of comedy icons John Candy, Catherine O’Hara, Eugene Levy, Martin Short, Rick Moranis and Andrea Martin. The show, which ran from 1976 to 1984, was set at a fictional TV station in “Melonville,” and it featured members of the Second City improv troupe’s Toronto branch doing commercial parodies, off-the-wall TV show and movie trailers, fake behind-the-scenes drama and on-screen programming. Many sketches were one-offs but others were running jokes and regular storylines across seasons. For the uninitiated, it can feel like a fever dream, but it was not too far off from the antics of its stateside peer SNL, just a bit lower-budget and more experimental. RECOMMENDED: There's a ‘Fresh Prince’ spinoff in the works, this time set in New York Here in the U.S., SCTV aired in local syndication during the late 1970s and early 1980s, then NBC picked it up for its famous 90-minute version (SCTV Network 90) from 1981 to 1983. Finally, Cinemax aired its shortened format (SCTV Channel) from 1983 to 1984. The show is so beloved that it has been included in rankings of the best TV shows of all time from Rolling Stone and TIME, among others. The cast, which was made up of now-comedy legends, would go on to work together for decades to come, including Eugene Levy and the late, great Catherine O’Hara in Schitt’s Creek and numerous Christ

Prime has the puck drop! Prime Video and the National Hockey League (NHL) just partnered up to stream the games of six NHL teams, starting with the 2026-27 hockey season, adding more coverage to what’s been available on Prime thus far. Fans of Stanley Cup Champions the Carolina Hurricanes, the Anaheim Ducks, the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Dallas Stars, the Minnesota Wild, and the St. Louis Blues will get to watch live streams of regular-season games on the Amazon streamer, including pre- and post-game shows and additional team programming. That being said, your team will announce specific details of the streaming packages and subscription options in their respective territory. RECOMMENDED: Can't make it to the US Open? Here’s how to stream the big tennis tournament "Fans want an easy way to find and follow their favorite teams, and this agreement with Prime Video gives Clubs the flexibility to meet that demand as the market evolves," says David Proper, NHL Chief Media Officer and Senior Executive Vice President. "Amazon has been a terrific partner to the NHL, and we're excited to expand our relationship as Prime Video grows its NHL offerings. Together, we're creating new opportunities for Clubs to reach fans and delivering a premium, accessible regional viewing experience." Earlier this year, Prime Video and the NHL announced a 12-year deal to broadcast regular-season Wednesday night NHL games in Canada in both English and French, as well as post-season coverage.   Prime Vid

No Friend was like Matthew Perry. For 10 years, Perry’s sarcasm and quick-witted jokes as Chandler Bing charmed the world via the hit NBC sitcom Friends. There was no one quite like him—on and off the screen. (Really, could he be any more loved?) When the actor died from an accidental overdose in October 2023, it shocked and saddened fans. How could we lose someone so funny and charming—and so young at 54—like Perry? Premiering on October 27, The One About Matthew Perry, the first in-depth documentary about the late TV icon, will attempt to answer that question, while honoring his life and career. RECOMMENDED: Paris Hilton is making a documentary about 2000s-era ‘It Girls’ Directed by Emmy winner Mary Robertson, the intimate, three-part Netflix docuseries will feature insights from Perry's close friends, family and collaborators, according to the streamer. We’ll hear from Perry’s sister Mia Perry Bowick and his lifelong best friends, see previously unreleased photos and videos from the Perry family’s private archive, and learn about his journey from rising comedic star to his beloved role as Chandler Bing. We’ll also hear new “candid” details about his private struggles with addiction. “It’s taken time for me to feel ready to share these memories and what it was like to love Matthew through all the complexity of his life—to see him as a whole person, not just as Chandler, and not just as someone who struggled with addiction,” Bowick said of the upcoming doc, per Tudum. “As h

Hollywood's most famous dating show is coming to an end—and no, it’s not Love Island. Amelia Dimoldenberg’s Chicken Shop Date YouTube series, in which she interviews celebrities in a flirty and playful way inside a chicken-shop setting, will end after a “final few dates,” she announced on Thursday, September 3.  “I think we need to talk…” she tased on Wednesday in a short promo video on her Instagram. RECOMMENDED: Fall 2026 TV preview: 38 shows to put on your radar It wasn’t until Thursday morning that she posted the official news, saying it’s time for the longtime host to move on from the YouTube show that started it all. “When I was 17 I had a fantastic idea that I might meet the love of my life on a date in a chicken shop,” reads her IG post. “I’ve spent my entire twenties sitting across from the most incredible people, people I’d always dreamt of meeting. All of them charmed me (some more than others) and I definitely charmed them. To me the show is my very own romcom and I have loved creating so many stories for you to watch." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amelia Dimoldenberg (@ameliadimz) Her post continued: "I am so grateful to everyone who has followed me on this journey and found some joy in these episodes. I never thought I’d stop Chicken Shop Date, I thought maybe it would be a part of me forever, and in some way it always will, but I feel like it’s now time to move on from this adventure and onto a new one. But before I say goodbye f

Another mystery is about to unfold in the air. Netflix just gave the green light to Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery, a spinoff of the Manifest universe that’ll follow more flight passengers who are facing a reality crisis.   RECOMMENDED: Here’s a first look at Apple TV’s ‘12 12 12’ heist drama, starring Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan Manifest launched on NBC in September 2018, starring Melissa Roxburgh, Josh Dallas, Athena Karkanis, J.R. Ramirez, Luna Blaise, Jack Messina, Parveen Kaur, Matt Long and Holly Taylor, but the network canceled the show in 2021 after three seasons. Netflix then swooped in and picked it up for a fourth and final season. That proved successful: all four seasons of the show got more than 130 million views since the first half of 2023, Netflix notes. Season 4 spent 9 weeks in the Global Top 10 English TV list and hit #1 in over 90 countries tracked. So it makes sense then why the streamer would want more.  Where NBC’s Manifest saw a plane mysteriously disappear and return five and a half years later and its passengers unaware and unaffected, Arrivals is about the passengers of a plane crash in Denver who don’t know who they are, where they came from or why they’re here, according to its logline: “A young social worker and a novice Homeland Security agent team up with the new arrivals in an attempt to stop a humanity-ending catastrophe, discovering along the way that they are all part of the very puzzle they’re trying to solve.”  Manifest creator and

Since Pokopia, Nintendo’s newest Pokémon game, dropped in March, it’s been pure ‘mon mayhem. It’s fueled a fan resurgence akin to 2016’s Pokémon GO with its absolutely adorable pocket monsters and fun gameplay. Meanwhile, the cards are only going up in value. Now, fans will be happy to know there’s a new Pokémon show coming to Disney+ next year. Titled Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu, the stop-motion animated series will follow Sirfetch’d and Pichu on their epic journey through the Galar Region. “Together, they set out on a gallant quest to help and protect Pokémon across the region,” the series logline reads. “Their missions rarely go as planned, but their noble deeds forge their friendship as they step bravely into the unknown where peril, alliances, rivalries, extraordinary Pokémon, and endless laughs await them.” RECOMMENDED: This new manga platform has 300 titles translated into English for the first time The show’s stop-motion animation is created by the acclaimed studio Aardman, giving us a different style in which to enjoy our favorite characters. It's all thanks to a global distribution deal Disney+ penned with with The Pokémon Company International. You can watch the teaser trailer for Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu below:  “This new series brings Aardman’s signature stop-motion artistry with a bold, playful new perspective to this beloved world, giving audiences a fresh way to experience the characters they kno

If you were around in the early aughts, you remember regularly seeing messy photos of Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, Britney Spears and many other young women who were plastered across the covers of tabloid magazines at the grocery store. Captured in some of their worst and most intimate moments, these magazines profited off what salacious photos they could publish of these female celebrities. They basically grew up and made all their mistakes in front of the camera—and we were there to witness. Inspired by the book TOXIC: Women, Fame and the Tabloid 2000s by Sarah Ditum, Hilton and her production company, 11:11 Media, will take a look behind those notorious cover photos in The It Girls: Inside the 2000s (a working title). We will learn about what exactly was going on behind the scenes of the women in the photos with rich archival footage, never-before-seen conversations and new intimate, revealing interviews. RECOMMENDED: The 10 best new shows and movies coming to streaming in September 2026 “The documentary will deliver the era audiences are still obsessed with—the fashion, the flash, the chaos, the iconic headlines—and reframe every image of it as evidence of the good, the bad, and everything in between,” Roku announced. “This is the exclusive scoop behind the scoop, straight from the women who lived it.” Hilton is obviously one of those women. Great-granddaughter of Hilton Hotels founder, she was NYC’s “It Girl” in 2001 and by 2003 was on her own reality TV s

As the days get darker and the chill creeps in, turning in with a good book is customary. With so many new titles coming out this fall, it can be hard to know which ones to give your limited time to. That's why many readers turn to Goodreads for guidance. The review site just published its 60 most-anticipated fall books, selected by tracking early reviews and which titles people are adding to their Want to Read shelves, it explains. RECOMMENDED: Sarah J. Maas just unveiled the covers of ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ books 6 and 7 Without further ado, below are two dozen of the most anticipated books being published this fall (September through November), including their authors, links to their publishing houses' full descriptions and a quick official synopsis for each. Happy reading! Contemporary and historical fiction    Photograph: Courtesy Penguin Random HouseThe Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon   The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon When does it come out? September 8 by Penguin Random HouseWhat's it about? “A sweeping historical adventure inspired by the life of Grace O’Malley, the legendary Irish folk heroine who risked everything to defend her people. Venture onto the high seas with the thrilling latest from the New York Times bestselling author of The Frozen River and I Was Anastasia.” Taipei Story by R.F. Kuang When does it come out? September 8 by Harper CollinsWhat's it about? “From R.F. Kuang, the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestselling author of Katabasis and Yellowface

Summer's coming to a close but fall TV season is firing up.  September 2026 brings major broadcast network premieres, returning reality heavyweights and high-profile streaming debuts—and some great original films you won't want to miss. From The Mandalorian and Grogu on Disney+ to American Horror Story: 13 on Hulu, there's a lot to look forward to and talk about this autumn. With so much arriving this season, it can get a little overwhelming to decide what to watch, but Time Out is here to help.  Here are the 10 new streaming titles (with their premiere dates and trailers) that we’re most looking forward to in September. The 10 best new shows and movies coming to streaming in September 2026 1. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu When does it premiere? September 2 on Disney+Who is in the cast? Sigourney Weaver with Martin Scorsese and Jeremy Allen White lending their voices.What's it about? “The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy," reads the official synopsis of the 2026 sci-fi films. "As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu.”   2. Mayday When does it premiere? September 4 on Apple TVWho's in the cast? Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth BranaghWhat's it about? “When hotshot U.S. Navy pilot Lieutenant Troy ‘Assassin’ Kelly (Reynolds) is sent on a top-secret missi

With a stream of bangers like Severance, Widow's Bay, Slow Horses and Ted Lasso, Apple TV is once again asking folks to pay up for its premium content. Starting August 28, the streaming service will be billing its subscribers an extra two bucks a month. That puts current subscription prices at $14.99 monthly or $119 annually, up from $99. And no, it doesn't offer an ad tier that lowers the cost if you watch its ads. When Apple TV launched in 2019, it was the most affordable streamer at $4.99 a month—now, it's triple that expense, and the platform's fourth price hike in as many years. RECOMMENDED: You can now watch these classic movies on Apple TV at no extra cost Additionally, Apple TV is raising the price of the Individual Apple One bundle (which includes Apple TV, Apple Music, iCloud+ with 50 GB of storage and Apple Arcade) to $21.95 from $19.95 per month. Already in July, Apple raised the prices of Apple Music to $11.99 per month and the family plan to $19.99 per month, as well as the Apple One family and Premier tiers, which increased in cost to $27.95 and $39.95, respectively. While Apple TV is clearly one of the best streamers out there with award-winning original content, another price hike is tough, especially these days. But throw it on the pile of streaming platform increases—Peacock also bumped its fees up earlier this month. If you're an existing Apple TV subscriber, you will be notified about one month before you're charged the new price so you can decide whethe

She was always worthy of a spin-off—and now she’s getting one. Hilary Banks, Will Smith’s fabulously dressed cousin from the classic '90s sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and its modern-day revival Bel-Air on Peacock, is getting her own show, according to Deadline. RECOMMENDED: The Pitt season 3 trailer is here—and reveals Dr. Robby's fate Starring Coco Jones (Vampires vs. the Bronx, Malcom D.), the new show will give Hilary a different future than the Bel-Air series set out for her, one more in line with what happens in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Rather than moving back to L.A. to launch a cafe, Hilary will instead move to the Big Apple, New York City. Photograph: courtesy Peacock |Hilary Banks in 'Bel-Air' As per Deadline, “Hilary accepts an unexpected job offer from celebrity chef Yvonne Durand in New York and is determined to prove herself beyond her Bel-Air connections — only to find that success, friendship and love in the city come with a cost she never anticipated.” Tracy Oliver, known for Girls Trip and Harlem, is writing the series, and Will Smith’s Westbrook Studios and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, is producing it it. Bel-Air is a reimagining of the 1990s sitcom based on Morgan Cooper’s short fan film, starring Jabari Banks (as Will), Adrian Holmes (Uncle Phil), Cassandra Freeman (Aunt Viv), Olly Sholotan (Carlton), Coco Jones (Hilary), Akira Akbar (Ashley), Jimmy Akingbola (Geoffrey), Jordan L. Jones (Jazz), and Simone Joy Jon

"You're killing me, Smalls!" The beloved kids' baseball movie, The Sandlot, has been a big part of our collective childhoods, and its best lines have become part of our vernacular. Now, the cast of that heartwarming '90s classic is coming back together for a new little league mini-series on YouTube called Dugout Dads. According to Variety, the show reunites the original cast of kids—Patrick Renna (a.k.a. Ham), Tom Guiry (Smalls), Chauncey Leopardi (Squints), Marty York (Yeah-Yeah), Brandon Quintin Adams (Kenny), Victor DiMattia (Timmy), Shane Obedzinski (Repeat), Grant Gelt (Bertram), Will Horneff (Phillips)—and welcomes some newcomers like Michael Peña (Crash, Million Dollar Baby) and Danielle Fishel (best known as Topanga from Boy Meets World). RECOMMENDED: Watch: The trailer for ‘Brothers,’ starring best friends Matthew McConaughey & Woody Harrelson Photograph: courtesy Patrick Renna on InstagramThe cast of 'The Sandlot' is back for 'Dugout Dads' Now, the cast isn't playing their original Sandlot characters, but they are coming together to tell a new story: "a heartfelt comedy about a first-time Little League coach (Renna) who quickly discovers that while the kids are just there to have fun, the adults are playing for keeps." Created by Patrick Renna and Kyle Howard’s Hambino Media, written by Sebastian Jones and Dan Kopelman and directed by Victor Nelli Jr., the show was inspired by Renna’s experience meeting other dads at his own kids’ games, Variety says.