WHAT’S NEW & UPCOMING IN NEW YORK CITY UPDATED: OCTOBER 16, 2025

HOTELS

NYC Hotel Week |Manhattan | January/February 2026

The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program offers 25% off standard room rates at participating hotels starting January 2 through February 12.

Waldorf Astoria New York | Midtown Manhattan | July 2025

Following a complete restoration, the famed hotel reopened its historic public and event spaces—including a 43,000-square-foot opera-inspired grand ballroom—along with private residences and 375 large guest rooms and suites, helmed by architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and renowned interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon. Hotel guests can indulge in the Guerlain Wellness Railroading a sanctuary of relaxation for locals, residents and guests alike. Guests can also enjoy a state-of-the-art fitness center and culinary offerings from acclaimed chef Michael Anthony and renowned mixologist Jeff Bell including the iconic Peacock Alley.

Faena New York | Midtown Manhattan | September 2025

The 120-room property overlooks a section of the High Line and offer amenities such as a Tierra Santa Healing House spa, nightlife programming and a restaurant by Argentine chef Francis Mallmann.

Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport | Flushing, Queens | September 2025

Westin’s newest NYC property allows guests easy access to the award-winning LaGuardia Airport as well as to nearby attractions such as Citi Field and Flushing Meadows Corona Park. The 246-room hotel has 6,000 square feet of meeting space and also includes upscale amenities and world-class dining at its Japanese fusion restaurant, sushi bar and lounge.

W New York – Union Square | Union Square, Manhattan | September 2025

After two years of renovations, the Park Avenue South hotel conducted a $100-million renovation updating its iconic grand staircase and added Union Square’s only rooftop bar. The new space will also offer 2,587 square feet of meeting and event space, encouraging connection and creativity. Guests can also enjoy a meal at Seahorse, a brasserie from Lure Fishbar’s John McDonald, where guests can indulge in an array of seafood offerings including tuna crudo, lobster toasts, and more.

The George at Columbia, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | Harlem, Manhattan | October 2025

This new hotel features 139 guest rooms offering a quiet retreat, with natural textures and floor-to-ceiling window views of the city streets, a sprawling pool deck and an urban courtyard. Guests can enjoy a terrace lounge, lobby bar, fitness center, and flexible meeting space. Two full-service restaurant concepts are slated to open in spring 2026, as well as the heated outdoor pool slated to open in summer 2026.

Hilton Garden Inn Flushing LaGuardia | Flushing, Queens | December 2025

Just one mile from the Long Island Rail Road and NYC subway, this 208-room hotel will provide easy access to Manhattan and LaGuardia Airport. Enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar and explore nearby “Little China” and Flushing Meadows Corona Park, home to the iconic Unisphere and Queens Museum.

voco Times Square – Broadway | Midtown Manhattan | December 2025

Located in the Theatre District, this upscale 419 room IHG hotel will include a lobby cafe, full-service restaurant, rooftop bar overlooking Times Square, and room service, plus family-style suites, bunk bedrooms and king bedrooms.

Xadia Hotel | Midtown Manhattan | Late 2025

Visible along the Bryant Park skyline, this new 42-story luxury hotel will feature panoramic views of NYC across 173 rooms, a rooftop bar and restaurant, a plaza and an arcade.

The Rhyland Hotel | Flushing, Queens | Late 2025

The only green development of its kind in Flushing, this 202-room hotel highlights sustainability and environmentally conscious features. Guests can also enjoy an indoor courtyard, rooftop bar, restaurant, spa and gym facilities.

Kimpton Midtown NYC | Midtown Manhattan | February 2026

This 33-story hotel will debut next year at Rockefeller Center, offering a bird’s-eye view of the iconic plaza below. With coveted views of the city skyline, the hotel will feature 529 rooms, two full-service restaurants, a lobby lounge and a rooftop bar. Guests can also enjoy a fitness center and two spaces for meetings and social gatherings.

The Livingston | Downtown Brooklyn | February 2026

The first Hyatt in Brooklyn will debut in February. Located along the storied Livingston St. within the Brooklyn Cultural District, the Livingston will stand at 22 stories with over 100 rooms and just steps away from Barclays Center.

ARTS & CULTURE

Expansions & Openings

The Frick Collection | Upper East Side, Manhattan | April 17, 2025

The Frick Collection has reopened at its historic Fifth Avenue mansion following a multi-year renovation. Guests can explore the beautifully restored Gilded Age galleries—including, for the first time, the original residence on the second floor—alongside special exhibition spaces and an expanded permanent collection, all enhanced by modernized lighting, conservation facilities, and improved accessibility. New public amenities include a café overlooking the 70th Street Garden, a shop, and the new 218-seat Stephen A. Schwarzman Auditorium.

The Laurie Beechman Theatre | Midtown Manhattan | April 2025

The historic cabaret venue Laurie Beechman Theatre has reopened following a renovation by Tony Award–winning scenic designer and architect David Rockwell.

The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art | Upper East Side, Manhattan | May 31, 2025

The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing at The Met, home to African, Ancient American and Oceanic art, has undergone a transformative renovation to reimagine these collections for modern audiences. Updates include enhanced gallery spaces, increased natural light and new installations that celebrate the unique histories, cultural movements and artistry of these world traditions. The galleries had been closed to the public since 2021.

Delacorte Theater | Central Park, Manhattan | July 15, 2025

The revitalized Public Theater has reopened with its production of Twelfth Night, starring Lupita Nyong'o, Peter Dinklage, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Sandra Oh. The major investment has dramatically improved the home of Free Shakespeare in the Park, addressing critical infrastructure, accessibility and theatrical needs.

Arte Museum New York | Chelsea, Manhattan | September 1, 2025

Now open at Chelsea Piers, Arte Museum New York brings South Korean design firm d’strict’s acclaimed immersive art to the City. Themed Eternal Nature, the museum features 14 multisensory zones of digital landscapes, from cascading waterfalls to “New York is art”, all offering a transformative experience that engages sight, sound and scent.

Cherry Lane Theatre | West Village, Manhattan | September 8, 2025

After a two-year renovation, the historic Cherry Lane Theatre—New York’s oldest continuously running Off-Broadway house—officially reopened with a week of performances, film screenings and special events. Acquired by film studio A24 in 2022, the venue is slated to host a blend of theater, cinema and live programming under its new ownership.

The Jewish Museum | Upper East Side, Manhattan | October 24, 2025

The Jewish Museum is unveiling reimagined collection galleries and a new learning center in its most significant architectural upgrade in over 30 years. Featuring more than 200 works, thematic displays, a dramatic Hanukkah lamp installation and expanded educational spaces, the renovation deepens the museum’s mission to explore Jewish identity and cultural exchange through art.

Sotheby's at The Breuer | Upper East Sode, Manhattan | November 8, 2025

Sotheby’s is reopening the iconic Breuer building as its new global headquarters, debuting with a major exhibition of modern and contemporary art. Redesigned by Herzog & de Meuron and PBDW Architects, the revitalized space preserves the landmark’s Brutalist design while adapting it for gallery, auction, and public use.

The Studio Museum in Harlem | Harlem, Manhattan | November 15, 2025

The Studio Museum in Harlem will open its new purpose-built home featuring extensive exhibition and public spaces designed to serve artists and the Harlem community. To mark the opening, the museum will present a comprehensive showcase of Tom Lloyd’s artwork, alongside a historical installation from its permanent collection spanning over two centuries of art by artists of African descent.

New Museum | Nolita, Manhattan | Fall 2025

The New Museum is undergoing a 60,000-square-foot expansion, the first since opening its doors in 2007. The seven-story addition will double the museum’s exhibition spaces and feature a new public plaza that will be home to art installations, performances and gatherings. The museum will reopen with an OMA-designed zero-waste restaurant in 2025.

Ellis Island Museum | New York City | Mid 2026

The Ellis Island Museum is undergoing a $100 million revitalization that includes reimagined exhibitions, new theaters and major technological upgrades. Construction is underway on the Family History Center, which will be renamed the Records Discovery Center and feature a mini-theater, interactive discovery stations, temporary displays and 50% more public research stations. In addition to revitalizing the historic museum, the project will expand the Records Discovery Center, increasing the searchable records in its database from 65 million to 154 million.

The Point at Socrates Sculpture Park | Astoria, Queens | Fall 2026

Opening in time for the 40th anniversary of Socrates Sculpture Park, The Point will transform an acre at the southern tip of the park into a new civic space that unites ecological stewardship, public art and community belonging. Featuring long-term artist commissions, educational programs and a sculpture exhibition by Mark di Suvero, it will invite visitors to experience art, land and history in relationship with one another.

The People’s Theatre: Centro Cultural Inmigrante | Inwood, Manhattan | 2026

This cultural center will spotlight NYC’s immigrant communities through theater, music, dance and community events. A partnership with NYPL for the Performing Arts will provide programming throughout the season connected to its productions.

National Urban League’s Urban Civil Rights Museum | Harlem, Manhattan | 2026

The museum, which will be housed in National Urban League’s new Harlem headquarters, the Urban League Empowerment Center, will be the first in the North dedicated to the American Civil Rights Movement and one of the only museums in the nation to delve into the movement in the North.

The Hip Hop Museum | South Bronx | 2026

Located just south of Yankee Stadium, this space will pay homage to the South Bronx’s rich culture and history as the birthplace of hip-hop (see Bronx Point in the Neighborhood Investments section below.

Cultural Exhibitions, Festivals & Performances

Breaking the Mold: Brooklyn Museum at 200 at the Brooklyn Museum | Prospect Heights, Brooklyn | February 28, 2025 through February 22, 2026

Celebrating its 200th anniversary, the Brooklyn Museum presents Breaking the Mold, an exhibition in three chapters showcasing its legacy of imaginative storytelling and bold conversations. Featuring Brooklyn-made art, the museum’s history and bicentennial gifts from celebrated artists, the exhibition highlights the evolution of its collection while exploring fresh narratives that reflect a dynamic and changing world.

Bill Murphy: Waterfront Tales 1975–2025 at The Noble Maritime Collection | Randall Manor, Staten Island | July 18, 2025 through January 18, 2026

Bill Murphy: Waterfront Tales 1975–2025 spans five decades of the Staten Island–born artist’s explorations of New York’s harbor through printmaking and drawing. Known for his affinity with the City’s ever-changing waterfront, Murphy’s work parallels that of John A. Noble in its preservation of maritime life and memory. The exhibition pairs his art with personal stories, offering both a retrospective and a vivid chronicle of New York’s shifting shorelines.

Flora Yukhnovich's Four Seasons The Frick Collection | Upper East Side, Manhattan | September 3, 2025 through March 9, 2026

Flora Yukhnovich reimagines historic styles—from Rococo to Abstract Expressionism—through contemporary abstraction. At the Frick, she presents a site-specific mural inspired by François Boucher’s Four Seasons, accompanied by a new diptych volume featuring essays by Yukhnovich and Chief Curator Xavier F. Salomon on the series’ significance.

Ministry: Reverend Joyce McDonald at The Bronx Museum of the Arts | South Bronx | September 5, 2025 through January 11, 2026

This is the first museum exhibition dedicated to the artist, activist and minister. Featuring over 75 ceramic sculptures and archival materials, it traces her four-decade career, showcasing art that embodies compassion, healing and resilience. The exhibition highlights devotional, familial and socially engaged themes, honoring McDonald’s unique vision and commitment to community care.

She Sells Seashells at Alice Austen House | Rosebank, Staten Island | September 6, 2025 through February 21, 2026

Inspired by the waterside home of photographer Alice Austen and her partner Gertrude Tate, this group exhibition explores the enduring relationship between queer women and the sea. Guest curated by Gemma Rolls-Bentley, it features diverse artists who draw on themes of water, history and place, linking Austen’s American shoreline with the British coast of fossil hunter and pioneering paleontologist Mary Anning.

Athi-Patra Ruga: Lord, I gotta keep on (movin’) at the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art | Soho, Manhattan | September 11, 2025 through January 18, 2026

Athi-Patra Ruga’s multidisciplinary practice spans performance, textiles, painting, film and glass to explore myth, power and liberation. Drawing from Xhosa history, post-apartheid South Africa and the imagined realm of Azania, his allegorical figures use ritual, gender play and queer Black femme culture to reimagine fractured histories and futures.

Robert Rauschenberg’s New York: Pictures from the Real World at the Museum of the City of New York | Upper East Side, Manhattan | September 12, 2025 through April 19, 2026

Robert Rauschenberg’s New York: Pictures from the Real World marks the artist’s centennial with a focus on his innovative use of photography alongside painting, sculpture and assemblage. Tracing early experiments, his In + Out City Limits project, and later works combining New York and global imagery, the show highlights Rauschenberg’s engagement with everyday life and his lasting impact on postwar art.

Fia Backström: The Great Society at Queens Museum | Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens | September 13, 2025 through January 18, 2026

The Great Society by Swedish artist Fia Backström explores how West Virginia communities persist amid environmental destruction and economic exploitation. Through photography, video, textiles and community collaboration, the exhibition reflects on histories of labor, disaster and trauma while highlighting resilience and resistance.

Sixties Surreal at The Whitney Museum of American Art | Meatpacking District, Manhattan | September 24, 2025 through January 19, 2026

Sixties Surreal reexamines American art from 1958 to 1972, highlighting psychosexual, fantastical and revolutionary tendencies shaped by Surrealism. Featuring over 100 artists—from Diane Arbus and Yayoi Kusama to Romare Bearden and Louise Bourgeois—the exhibition explores how artists across the US reimagined reality amid the era’s social and political upheavals.

The Corona Collection at The Louis Armstrong House Museum | Corona, Queens | October 2, 2025 through March 2026

This new exhibition tells the story of Louis and Lucille Armstrong through the voices of the neighbors who knew them best. Drawing from oral histories, cherished memories and neighborhood stories, the exhibition offers an intimate look at the Armstrongs’ daily lives, warmth and generosity. It also highlights their deep connection to Corona and the lasting cultural impact they had on the community they called home.

The Gay Harlem Renaissance at The New York Historical | Upper West Side, Manhattan | October 10, 2025 through March 8, 2026

The Gay Harlem Renaissance celebrates the centennial of The New Negro, the landmark anthology comprising the work of notable poets, essayists and scholars, edited by Alain Locke, with an exploration of Black LGBTQ+ life in 1920s–30s Harlem. Through art, music, photography and archival materials, the exhibition highlights the queer voices, communities and creativity that helped shape the Harlem Renaissance.

Collection in Focus | Robert Rauschenberg: Life Can’t Be Stopped at Guggenheim New York | Upper East Side, Manhattan | October 10, 2025 through May 3, 2026

Rauschenberg at 100 presents over a dozen key works from the Guggenheim alongside major loans from the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation, highlighting the artist’s radical use of materials and media. The centerpiece is Barge (1962–63), a monumental 32-foot silkscreen painting returning to NYC for the first time in nearly 25 years.

Divine Egypt at The Metropolitan Museum of Art | Upper East Side, Manhattan | October 12, 2025 through January 19, 2026

Divine Egypt presents nearly 250 artworks and objects exploring how ancient Egyptians depicted and connected with their gods. From the falcon-headed Horus to the lion-headed Sakhmet and the shrouded Osiris, the exhibition reveals how imagery animated deities in temples, tombs and daily life, offering a vital link between the human and divine worlds.

Entre la Coca y el Oro at Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden | Randall Manor, Staten Island | October 12, 2025 through January 11, 2026

The site-responsive exhibition by Tatiana Arocha reclaims the coca plant’s ancestral legacy through multimedia works and community engagement. Her mural The Hawk and The Heron is also on view in the Music Hall Annex, with the historic Music Hall set to reopen in 2026.

Renoir Drawings at The Morgan Library & Museum | Murray Hill, Manhattan | October 17, 2025 through February 8, 2026

Renoir Drawings is the first exhibition in a century to focus on the French artist’s works on paper. Bringing together nearly one hundred drawings, pastels, watercolors and prints, it traces Renoir’s practice across five decades and highlights the central, enduring role of drawing in his creative process.

Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs at the American Museum of Natural History| Upper West Side, Manhattan | Opens November 17

Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs takes visitors back 66 million years to the Cretaceous Period, exploring life before and after the asteroid strike that caused mass extinction. Featuring life-size models, fossils, touchable exhibits and immersive media, the exhibition reveals how dinosaurs, marine reptiles and other species vanished—and how the event set the stage for the rise of mammals and, eventually, humans.

Ruth Asawa: A Retrospective at MoMA | Midtown Manhattan | October 19, 2025 February 7, 2026

Ruth Asawa: A Retrospective celebrates the six-decade career of the pioneering artist, educator and civic leader, featuring more than 300 works that showcase her innovative use of materials like wire, paper and bronze. The exhibition traces Asawa’s evolution from her early days at Black Mountain College to her celebrated public commissions, highlighting her ability to blur boundaries between abstraction and figuration. Emphasizing her belief that art and life were inseparable, the retrospective reflects her enduring impact on both modern art and arts education.

Delivery Dancer by Ayoung Kim at MoMA PS1 | Long Island City, Queens | November 6, 2025 through March 16, 2026

MoMA PS1 will present the first US exhibition of Korean artist Ayoung Kim, featuring her full Delivery Dancer trilogy alongside a major new project. Blending generative AI, video game engines and live-action footage, Kim’s immersive video installations explore speculative narratives that interrogate labor, technology and identity across shifting geopolitical and mythological landscapes.

Street Food City at Museum of Food and Drink | Dumbo, Brooklyn | Opens December 6, 2025

MOFAD will celebrate generations of NYC street food vendors and the dishes that have become iconic to its cultural and culinary identity. Through history, stories and artifacts, the exhibition highlights the entrepreneurs behind the carts who have shaped the City’s streets since its founding 400 years ago.

ANNUAL CELEBRATIONS, BIG EVENTS & ANNIVERSARIES

Brooklyn Museum 200th Anniversary | Prospect Heights, Brooklyn | 2024–26

In honor of its 200th anniversary, the Brooklyn Museum is presenting four major exhibitions celebrating art, history and community. The Brooklyn Artists Exhibition highlights over 200 local creators, while Solid Gold explored the cultural power of gold. Breaking the Mold: Brooklyn Museum at 200 traces the institution’s evolution and legacy, and Monet and Venice offers a fresh look at the artist’s luminous visions of the Italian city.

TCS New York City Marathon | Citywide | November 2, 2025

The world’s largest marathon will return to New York City this fall.

The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour at Madison Square Garden and Barclays Center | Manhattan and Brooklyn | December 14, 2025 and February 15, 2026

The Harlem Globetrotters celebrate their 100th anniversary with a special World Tour honoring a century of basketball artistry and entertainment. Known for their signature mix of athleticism, comedy and community spirit, the Globetrotters will bring their iconic game against the Washington Generals to audiences around the world, continuing a legacy that has inspired fans for generations.

40th Anniversary of New York Marriott Marquis | Times Square, Manhattan | 2025

In celebration of 40 years of hospitality, the New York Marriott Marquis is rolling out special offerings and experiences for guests in honor of its anniversary, including commemorative packages, exclusive amenities and curated events that highlight its legacy in the heart of NYC.

80th Anniversary of Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises | Citywide | 2025

Circle Line is celebrating 80 years of NYC sightseeing, having welcomed more than 80 million passengers since its founding in 1945. To mark the milestone, the company is offering special events, throwback pricing and new cruise experiences that honor its legacy and invite renewed exploration of the City from the water.

100th Anniversary of the Radio City Rockettes | Midtown Manhattan | 2025

Experience the beloved holiday tradition as it returns to the iconic stage of Radio City Music Hall for the Rockettes’ 100-year anniversary. This festive show welcomes more than 1 million people each holiday season to experience its stunning costumes, joyful music, precise choreography and innovative performances.

Founded By NYC | Citywide | 2025–2026

NYC Tourism + Conventions’ new, immersive tourism campaign, Founded By NYC, will celebrate 400 years of NYC in 2025 and 250 years of America in 2026, highlighting enduring contributions to the City and the US by notable New Yorkers. The campaign will focus on inclusivity, acknowledgment and education, sharing the important perspectives of marginalized audiences including those of the Indigenous community, women, LGBTQ+ folks and people of color. Businesses are invited to submit their NYC 400 events here.

150th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show | Midtown Manhattan | February 2–3, 2026

The Westminster Kennel Club is celebrating its 150th anniversary with its iconic dog show in New York, showcasing the best in canine competition. The event continues its legacy as one of America’s oldest and most prestigious animal spectacles.

Five Boro Bike Tour | Citywide | May 3, 2026

The TD Five Boro Bike Tour, one of the largest charitable bike rides globally, focuses on community and raising funds for free bike education programs rather than competition or speed. Beginning in Tribeca, the 40-mile, car-free route winds through all five boroughs.

SailGP 2026 | Manhattan | May 30–31, 2026

SailGP makes its return to NYC, marking the sixth stop on the global championship tour. Thirteen national teams will go head-to-head on 50-foot foiling catamarans, soaring across the Hudson River at speeds topping 60 miles per hour. With the skyline as the backdrop, fans can catch every high-speed turn from Governors Island, where the weekend will also feature food, drinks and live entertainment.

FIFA World Cup 26^TM | New York City & New Jersey | June/July 2026

New York/New Jersey will host eight 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, including group stage matches on June 13, 16, 22, 25 and 27; a Round of 32 match on June 30; a Round of 16 match on July 5; and the World Cup Final on July 19. In preparation, NYC Tourism is rolling out visitor information including tournament details, trip planning tools and a spotlight on NYC’s vibrant soccer culture at nyctourism.com/worldcup26.

U.S. Open Golf Championship | New York City Metropolitan Area | June 18–21, 2026

One of golf’s four major championships, the U.S. Open is known for its challenging courses and rigorous competition among the world’s top players.

Sail4th 250 | New York City & New Jersey | July 3–9, 2026

NYC and New Jersey will host the capstone events to kick off the 250th anniversary of America’s Independence. From July 3–9, the largest-ever international flotilla of ships and vessels will sail into New York Harbor. The celebration will also host many festivities including firework displays by Macy’s, an International Aerial Review with a special performance from the Blue Angels, food festivals, a special Fleet Week and more.

Army-Navy Football Game Presented by USAA | New York City & New Jersey | December 2026

NYC, along with the state of New Jersey, will be the host city for the Army-Navy Football Game Presented by USAA in 2026. The game will be hosted at the MetLife Stadium as part of the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and will be the 19th time the game has been played in New York or New Jersey.

ATTRACTIONS, TOURS & RECREATION

One Times Square | Times Square, Manhattan | Fall 2025

One Times Square, home of the iconic New Year’s Eve Ball, is opening this fall as a year-round destination for immersive entertainment and celebrations. A highlight is Times Travel, a multilevel experience that guides visitors through the history of the building, Times Square and the Ball Drop tradition—culminating in panoramic views from a dedicated viewing deck. Additional attractions include the Crystal VIP Experience, Ever for intimate ceremonies and NextGen’s interactive fandom space—all part of a $500 million transformation in the heart of New York City.

Urban Naturalist Tour: Seals, Seabirds and Winter Wildlife by Classic Harbor Line | Chelsea, Manhattan | 2025

This tour is a 2.75-hour eco-cruise aboard the yacht Manhattan II through New York Harbor. Guided by expert naturalists, it features views of iconic landmarks like Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and the Verrazzano Bridge while exploring the winter wildlife and rich history of Hoffman and Swinburne Islands, along with the Brooklyn Waterfront and Buttermilk Channel.

Broadway After Dark by Drag Experiences | Midtown Manhattan | 2025

Extend the excitement of Broadway with Broadway After Dark, a signature post-show experience by Drag Experiences. Designed for theatergoers seeking more than just a curtain call, this elevated nightlife offering begins with a curated drag queen meetup directly outside the theater. From there, guests are guided through Hell’s Kitchen for a dynamic evening featuring welcome cocktails, exclusive access to renowned nightlife venues and surprise live performances.

West Village’s Trendiest Bites Tour with NYC Bagel Tours | West Village, Manhattan | 2025

Explore the West Village on a bagel-themed walking tour that highlights New York City’s most buzzed-about spots, including PopUp Bagels, Edith’s Sandwich Counter and Apollo Bagels. Along the way, enjoy unique bites like tahini coffee slushies and sourdough bagels while learning the fascinating history of the iconic New York bagel.

Hidden Highlights of the North End and Central Park Woodland Walk: The North Woods Tours by Central Park Conservancy | Central Park, Manhattan | Fall 2025

The Central Park Conservancy has introduced two new guided tours showcasing the park’s scenic north end. Hidden Highlights of the North End, which launched in late May, explores the area’s historic landscape and architectural features, while Central Park Woodland Walk: The North Woods debuts in late June and offers an immersive experience through a lush, tranquil woodland inspired by the Catskills and Adirondacks.

Barclays Center Tours | Prospect Heights, Brooklyn | August 2025

Discover Barclays Center with a guided tour of Brooklyn’s premier sports and entertainment venue, home to the Brooklyn Nets, 2024 WNBA Champion New York Liberty and legendary concerts. Offered on select days, including game days, tours take fans behind the scenes to explore hidden spaces, iconic moments and insider stories—each one a unique NYC experience.

Five Iron Golf | Manhattan & Queens | September 2025

Five Iron Golf is an indoor golf and entertainment venue blending cutting-edge simulators, coaching, food & drink and social play under one roof. Their newest location in Rockefeller Center features 14 TrackMan (golf simulator) bays with high-speed cameras, a wellness center, duckpin bowling, event hosting, and full bar and dining amenities.

"Third Thursday" Museum Tours at the Jackie Robinson Museum | Soho, Manhattan | October 16, 2025

Join the museum’s guided “Third Thursday” tours, offered monthly at 1pm and included with admission, to explore highlight artifacts, hear their stories and connect with staff and fellow visitors. Lasting about 30 minutes, these tours welcome up to 20 guests, allow walk-ins and encourage bringing lunch to enjoy afterward in the Portrait Gallery.

BROADWAY & OFF-BROADWAY

NYC Broadway Week |Manhattan | January/February 2026

The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program runs biannually, offering 2-for-1 tickets to participating Broadway performances. The fall program will begin January 20 through February 12.

NYC Off-Broadway Week | Manhattan | February 2026

The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program runs biannually, offering 2-for-1 tickets to participating Off-Broadway performances. The next iteration will take place in February.

Broadway | Manhattan | Ongoing

Beetlejuice (opened October 8, 2025)

Ragtime (opened October 16, 2025)

Liberation (opening October 28, 2025)

Little Bear Ridge Road (opening October 30, 2025)

Rob Lake Magic with Special Guests The Muppets (opening November 6, 2025)

The Queen of Versailles (opening November 9, 2025)

Oedipus (opening November 13, 2025)

Chess (opening November 16, 2025)

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) (opening November 20, 2025)

Marjorie Prime (opening December 8, 2025)

Bug (opening January 8, 2026)

Giant (preview March 11, 2026)

Dog Day Afternoon (opening March 30,2026)

Becky Shaw (opening April 8, 2026)

Proof (opening April 16, 2026)

Fallen Angels (opening April 19, 2026)

Schmigadoon! (opening April 20, 2026)

The Rocky Horror Show (opening April 23, 2026)

Kowalski (opening fall 2025

The Balusters (preview spring 2026)

Joe Turner’s Come and Gone (preview spring 2026)

The Lost Boys (preview spring 2026)

Off-Broadway | Manhattan | Ongoing

Caroline (opened September 30, 2025)

The Glitch (opened October 3, 2025)

Torera (opened October 5, 2025)

The Least Problematic Woman in the World (opened October 7, 2025)

Nothing Can Take You From The Hand of God (opened October 13, 2025)

Oh Happy Day! (opened October 15, 2025)

Let’s Love (opened October 15, 2025)

Oratorio for Living Things (opened October 16, 2025)

Not Ready for Prime Time (opening October 20, 2025)

Art of Leaving (opening October 22, 2025)

Pygmalion (opening October 22, 2025)

Did You Eat? (밥 먹었니?) (opening October 24, 2025)

Playing Shylock (opening October 25, 2025)

Beau the Musical (opening October 27, 2025)

Romy & Michele: The Musical (opening October 28, 2025)

Bat Boy: The Musical (opening October 29, 2025)

The Comedy Series (opening October 29, 2025)

Messy White Gays (opening November 2, 2025)

Kyoto (opening November 3, 2025)

Queens (opening November 5, 2025)

44 The Obama Musical (opening November 6, 2025)

The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire (opening November 9, 2025)

Richard II (opening November 10, 2025)

The Baker’s Wife (opening November 11, 2025)

Archduke (opening November 12, 2025)

The Seat of Our Pants (opening November 13, 2025)

Meet the Cartozians (opening November 17, 2025)

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (opening November 17, 2025)

Practice (opening November 18, 2025)

This World of Tomorrow (opening November 18, 2025)

Initiative (opening November 20, 2025)

Gotta Dance (opening November 25, 2025)

Anna Christie (opening December 11, 2025)

Tartuffe (opening December 16, 2025)

DINING, NIGHTLIFE & MEETING/EVENT VENUES

NYC Restaurant Week | Citywide | January/February 2026

The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program runs biannually, offering deals on lunches and dinners at participating restaurants. The winter program will take place January 20 through February 12.

Binondo | Chinatown, Manhattan | May 2025

This new restaurant is bringing the energy and taste of Manila’s lively food scene to the heart of Manhattan. Serving Filipino Chinese cuisine, chef Elvis Robles has curated a menu featuring standout items such as egg drop soup, steamed pork, shrimp dumping, beef salpicão and more.

Lisbonata | Crown Heights, Brooklyn | May 2025

A beloved farmers’ market stand turned pop-up bakery has finally found a permanent home for its fan-favorite Portuguese eggs tarts. Guests can also enjoy the delicious pastries with a cup of Variety coffee.

Massi’s | Astoria, Queens | June 2025

This new sandwich shop in Astoria is offering sandwiches made with sourdough bread and dishes fried in beef tallow such as vodka chicken parm, Philly cheesesteaks, fries and more.

Maple Creamery | Crown Heights, Brooklyn | July 2025

This new ice cream shop located in Crown Heights is dedicated to serving alkaline, vegan and organic ice cream.

Karachi Kabab Boiz | Jackson Heights, Queens | July 2025

A Pakistani street food spot has found a permanent home in Queens. Started by a group of friends running a kebab roll cart, the group will continue to serve their beloved and affordable Pakistani kebab rolls out of a takeout-only window.

New Waldorf Astoria New York Dining | Midtown Manhattan | July 2025

The newly restored Waldorf Astoria New York announced three new restaurants at the famed property. The new restaurants include:

• Lex Yard Waldorf Astoria New York’s marquee restaurant will serve elevated, classic American fare with Gramercy Tavern chef Michael Anthony overseeing the kitchen.

• Yoshoku, for guests looking for something a bit more intimate, this new restaurant is the perfect dining destination. Inspired by the pinnacle of Japanese culinary tradition, the restaurant will serve reimagined classic Japanese fare through a New York City lens. Guests can expect sushi, hot dishes and more.

• Peacock Alley the storied passageway made famous by the historic hotel’s patrons has made its grand return as “the place to be and be seen.” Guests can now enjoy innovative cocktails crafted by PDT’s Jeff Bell.

Nourish | Mott Haven, Bronx | July 2025

This new café recently opened for all-day service, serving baked goods, steak frites, Korean fried chicken bites and cocktails. All profits are donated to the Bronx based nonprofit Oyate Group, to support youth in the Bronx.

SUMMIT Events | Midtown Manhattan | July 2025

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt launched their new event space located on the 72nd floor, accommodating up to 100 seated and up to 150 standing. Guests can experience panoramic views of the City, modern mirrored design and an outdoor terrace, with exclusive catering by Cuisine Boulud.

Mommy Pai's | Nolita, Manhattan | August 2025

The team behind Thai Dinner recently debuted a new fast casual takeout window serving chicken fingers. Mommy Pai’s serves both grilled and fried chicken fingers including flavors such as lemongrass and Muay Thai alongside dipping sauces like heavenly BBQ and the noom green sauce.

Central Perk Coffeehouse | Times Square | Fall 2025

Fans of the classic sitcom Friends can step into the real-life favorite of the characters favorite hangout this fall. A real Central Perk Coffeehouse will open its door in Times Square as a fully functional café serving artisanal coffee drinks and series-inspired menu items crafted by chef Tom Colicchio.

Brasserie Boulud | Upper West Side, Manhattan | Fall 2025

Daniel Boulud is consolidating three of his restaurants, Bar Boulud, Boulud Suh and Épicerie Boulud, into one new grand brasserie. The new brasserie will span two floors featuring a central bar, speakeasy and more.

Double Knot | Rockefeller Center | Fall 2025

Chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson is opening his first NYC restaurant, an expansion of his Japanese-leaning Double Knot in Philadelphia. The bilevel restaurant will have 270-seats available for guests to enjoy Japanese fare including sushi, robatayaki skewers, Japanese fried rice and black cod fried rice.

Convene 30 Hudson Yards | Hudson Yards | September 2025

Convene 30 Hudson Yards venue spans 72,000 square feet and offers breathtaking views of the City’s iconic skyline. At the top of one of the City’s well-known towers, this spot features 10 event spaces including a 780-person grand hall.

Time Out Market New York, Union Square | Union Square, Manhattan | September 2025

The new culinary destination features seven kitchens, a full-service bar and over 200 seats, including communal tables and an outdoor terrace. Guests can sample from a number of culinary and local favorites as well as rising stars, including Patty Palace by Chef Kwame Onwuachi, Fornino Pizza, Taqueria El Chato, Lori Jayne Burger, Magnolia Bakery and more.

Palladino's Steak & Seafood | Midtown East, Manhattan | September 2025

Bronx-born restaurateur Joseph Palladino debuted his first New York venture in September. Located in Grand Central Terminal, the restaurant will feature prime steakhouse offerings including slow-roasted herb-crusted prime rib, bone-in 26 oz. chateaubriand and more.

Makina Cafe | Sunnyside, Queens | October 2025

Eden Gebre Egziabher’s popular Ethiopian Eritrean food truck will open a permanent location in Queens this month. Guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature dishes including siga wot, chicken tibs, beef tibs, and their springy injera.

Wild Cherry | West Village, Manhattan | October 2025

Beloved film studio A24 recently took over the historic Cherry Lane Theatre, hosting film screenings, performances and more with its star-studded list of directors, producers and actors. Before sitting in on the studio’s latest film offerings, guests can enjoy the new theater’s soon-to-open bar and restaurant with award-winning restaurateurs Riad Nasr and Lee Hanson.

Level Ten at Starrett-Lehigh | Chelsea, Manhattan | Spring 2025

Level Ten is a new, dynamic event destination located inside the iconic Starrett-Lehigh Building. The new space includes flexible conference and meeting rooms, podcast and recording studios, and The Yacht Club, a three-level restaurant serving seafood and specialty cocktails with views of the Hudson River.

RETAIL

Printemps | Lower Manhattan | March 2025

The storied French luxury department store Printemps opened a retail emporium in NYC, the brand’s first imprint on US soil. The iconic retail store is located at the 50-story landmark building at One Wall Street, bringing a local approach and seamless experiences for shoppers.

Rough Trade Below | Rockefeller Center, Manhattan | April 2025

UK record store Rough Trade has opened a second location at Rockefeller Center, named Rough Trade Below. The new store has a greater focus on used vinyl, a marketplace for customers to sell their own items, as well as a space for live performances and events.

Parfums de Marly | Upper East Side, Manhattan | April 2025

Madison Avenue smells a little sweeter thanks to the new addition of the French perfumery. The new boutique offers an immersive experience for the olfactory obsessed, inviting guests to take part in a virtual reality experience to explore the world of Parfums de Marly.

MadHappy | Nolita, Manhattan | June 2025

The Los Angeles–based brand opened its first New York flagship earlier this summer. The space introduces the brand’s first in-store café concept, Pantry NYC. Shoppers can also enjoy in-store NYC capsule collections featuring the Yankees, Mets and Lucali Pizza.

Dossier | Nolita, Manhattan | June 2025

Social media’s favorite perfumery opened its first flagship store earlier this summer. The space, designed by Malherbe Paris, houses the brand’s wide-ranging scent catalog. With a mission centered on accessibility, the New York–based company is known for offering designer-inspired scents at an affordable cost for its customers. The brand opened a second store at Queens Center Mall in October.

JW Pei | Soho, Manhattan | June 2025

Los Angeles–based fashion brand JW Pei opened the doors to their first New York flagship in the heart of Soho. The store opening also signaled the debut of the brand’s first entry into the ready-to-wear category. Since launching in 2018, the brand has racked up an impressive list of fans including Gigi Hadid, Selena Gomez, Hailey Bieber and more.

Antonio Marras | Soho, Manhattan | July 2025

The Italian fashion brand opened its first US store in the heart of New York’s shopping district. The brand is in a 19th century building and features Italian inspired interiors such as embellished tin ceilings and cast-iron columns. Founded in 1996, the namesake label offers men’s and women’s ready-to-wear collections and accessories. They’re most known for their artisanal approach and dedication to celebrating Italian craftsmanship, storytelling and design.

Fleur Du Mal | Williamsburg, Brooklyn | August 2025

The New York–based lingerie and ready-to-wear brand opened its third location in Williamsburg. Since launching over a decade ago, the brand has built a strong following for its luxe lingerie and beloved ready-to-wear, gaining fans such as Kylie Jenner and Beyoncé.

Sukoshi | Upper East Side, Manhattan | September 2025

The Upper East Side recently welcomed Sukoshi, an Asian beauty retailer. The first in New York, the store will be dedicated to Asian beauty offering a wide range of makeup and skincare products with over 200 beauty brands showcased. The store will also offer other beauty services including skin consultations.

Tom Ford Beauty | Soho, Manhattan | September 2025

The beauty line from the beloved designer debuted its first standalone store in America in September. Located on Prince Street, the new store offers a range of new services including makeup classes and workshops, beauty consultations, fragrance styling and more.

Fishs Eddy | Dumbo, Brooklyn | October 2025

The beloved Manhattan home goods store made its way across the Brooklyn Bridge this fall. The store opened its first Brooklyn outpost in Dumbo and offers popular Fishs Eddy items including kitchenware, dinnerware and more.

2027 & BEYOND

Transportation

Changes to MTA Fares in 2026 & OMNY Program | Citywide | Ongoing

The MTA will adjust fares and tolls in January 2026, with subway and local bus fares increasing from $2.90 to $3, express bus fares to $7.25, and commuter rail fares by 4.5%. Weekly fare caps will become permanent, capping subway and bus rides at $35 per week. Kids ages 5–17 can ride the LIRR and Metro-North for $1 under the Family Fare, even during peak hours. These updates align with the full rollout of OMNY, the tap-and-go payment system replacing the MetroCard later in 2026, now available across all subway stations, buses, the Roosevelt Island Tram, Hudson Rail Link, and AirTrain. Riders can tap to pay with an OMNY card, contactless credit or debit card, smartphone, or wearable device. Travelers can purchase a physical card at one of the many retail locations.

NYC Ferry 2-Day Unlimited Ticket | Citywide | Ongoing

NYC Ferry offers a fun, fast, and affordable way to explore New York City’s waterfront, connecting all five boroughs with 25 stops and stunning views of landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge. For even more flexibility, riders can purchase the new 2-Day Unlimited Ticket for $15, providing unlimited hop-on, hop-off access across all six ferry routes for 48 hours—perfect for sightseeing, spontaneous adventures, or exploring the city from a new perspective.

John F. Kennedy International Airport | Jamaica, Queens | Ongoing

The redevelopment of Terminal 6, which will occupy the site of the former Terminal 6 and Terminal 7, is scheduled to open in phases with the completion of the arrivals and departures hall and the first five gates in 2026, and an additional five gates in 2028. Construction is also underway at Terminal 1, which will become a state-of-the-art terminal with 23 gates and dining, retail, lounges and recreational space. The first gates are expected to open in 2026. In addition, JetBlue is renovating JFK’s Terminal 5 which will feature over 40 new concessions, local art, and immersive greenery, set to be fully complete by the end of 2026.

Newark Liberty International Airport | New York City Metropolitan Area | Ongoing

EWR is building a new 2.5-mile elevated rail guideway to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ease traffic congestion. The plans include three new stations for the new AirTrain system that will align the ongoing redevelopment of Newark Liberty.

Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement | Midtown Manhattan | 2032

The new Midtown Bus Terminal will replace the 74-year-old terminal with a world-class facility designed to meet projected 2040–2050 commuter growth, including a main terminal, new ramps leading directly into and out of the Lincoln Tunnel, a central main entrance, more street-level retail, public open space and a multistory indoor atrium.

Arts & Culture

The American LGBTQ+ Museum | Upper West Side, Manhattan | 2027

The New York Historical will house a museum dedicated to showcasing global, national and local LGBTQ+ history and culture. Programming is slated to open in 2027.

National Black Theatre | East Harlem, Manhattan | 2027

The National Black Theatre has embarked on a major capital redevelopment project that will transform the current property. The new multidisciplinary cultural arts facility, dedicated to promoting Black culture through theater, will be housed in 25,000 square feet of a mixed-use development.

Dominican Center for the Arts and Culture | Washington Heights & Inwood, Manhattan | Ongoing

A $12.5 million investment is bringing the first-ever Dominican Center for the Arts and Culture to upper Manhattan. Partnering with the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute, the venue will feature a museum, theater, children's library and exhibition space, along with an oral history and archives project to preserve and showcase the cultural stories of the Dominican community.

Neighborhood Investments

Bronx Point | South Bronx | Ongoing

Bronx Point is a 530,000-square-foot mixed-use development, opening in phases. The development will feature housing, retail, public space, a waterfront promenade and cultural programming including the upcoming Hip Hop Museum set to open next summer.

East Side Coastal Resiliency Project and Floating + POOL at Pier 35 | Lower East Side, Manhattan | 20227

NYC is opening a filtered floating pool at Pier 35, as part of a $1.4 billion revitalization of the waterfront from East 25th Street to Montgomery Street. The upgrades include reconstructed recreation fields, playgrounds, a new water play area, an amphitheater, and improved access with a rebuilt Corlears Hook Bridge and enhanced bikeways.

Gansevoort Square | Meatpacking District, Manhattan | Ongoing

Gansevoort Square, on Little West 12th Street between Washington Street and Tenth Avenue, is expected to create affordable housing, expand the Whitney Museum with new facilities, improve operations for the High Line and provide a new 11,200-square-foot open space to enhance the neighborhood.

Fifth Avenue Expansion | Midtown Manhattan | Ongoing

New York City is investing over $400 million—including an additional $250 million—to fully fund the transformation of Fifth Avenue between Bryant Park and Central Park into a pedestrian-friendly boulevard with wider sidewalks, shorter crossings, improved lighting, and increased greenery for a safer and more enjoyable experience. This historic redesign will nearly double sidewalk widths, reduce traffic lanes from five to three, add more than 230 new trees and expanded public spaces, and is projected to pay for itself within five years through increased economic activity and job creation.

New York City Football Club Stadium | Willets Point, Queens | 2027

NYCFC is building the City’s first professional soccer stadium, Etihad Park, which will be operational by the 2027 MLS season. The Willets Point project will have 25,000 seats and 40,000 square feet of public space in addition to a new public school and 2,500 affordable homes built for the community. The project will add an estimated 16,000 jobs and $6 billion to the City’s economy.

Arthur Ashe Stadium Renovation| Flushing, Queens | 2027

The USTA is self-funding $800 million—the largest single investment in US Open history—to reimagine Arthur Ashe Stadium and build a state-of-the-art $250 million Player Performance Center. This three-phase transformation, to be completed by the 2027 US Open, will include a dramatic new Grand Entrance, expanded concourses, upgraded dining and hospitality spaces, additional courtside seating, and a luxury-focused redesign, while giving players top-tier training, wellness and lounge facilities—ensuring uninterrupted fan access and tournament play during construction.

North Shore of Staten Island Action Plan | Staten Island | 2027

Staten Island’s North Shore is undergoing a major public transformation, with over $400 million in city investment to create a two-mile, continuous, publicly accessible waterfront esplanade from St. George to Stapleton by 2027. This revitalization will feature open spaces, bike infrastructure, restored shoreline access and public art installations. Projects underway include the construction of a new recreation center, rehabilitation of Pier 1, shoreline restoration at the Bank Street Site, and upgrades to the Staten Island Ferry Terminal to improve pedestrian and bike connectivity. SIUH Community Park, a 7,000-seat stadium, is also receiving $9 million in capital improvements to support expanded programming.

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