What’s New & Upcoming in New York City

MAJOR INVESTMENTS

Transportation

Second Avenue Subway Project | Manhattan | Ongoing

• Phase 2 of the project will extend the Q subway line, delivering service to East Harlem and Harlem with the creation of stations on Second Avenue at 106 and 116 Streets, as well as 125 Street and Lexington Avenue that will connect to the 4/5/6 subway line and Metro-North Railroad.

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

• Building on the recently completed Terminal 8 (T8) Expansion project, John F. Kennedy Airport announced a commercial redevelopment initiative, including 300-plus new concessions and 60-plus new retail offerings, emphasizing local, minority and women-owned businesses. JFK also saw the groundbreaking of the redevelopment of Terminal 6, which will occupy the site of the former Terminal 6 and Terminal 7, 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 currently underway at Terminal 1, which will become a state-of-the-art terminal with 23 gates and dining, retail, lounges and recreational space, expected to open in 2026.

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

• In addition to the new Terminal A, offering 33 gates serving Air Canada, American Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines and directly connected to a multilevel parking facility, EWR is also working toward a new elevated guideway train system to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and ease traffic congestion. Terminal A was given a prestigious five-star rating by Skytrax, the preeminent aviation industry ratings firm, joining LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal B as the only two airport terminals in North America awarded this highest rating.

Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement | Midtown Manhattan | 2032

• The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey recently unveiled an updated design to replace the Port Authority Bus Terminal. The new Midtown Bus Terminal will replace the 73-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.

Developments

Domino Square at Domino Park | Williamsburg, Brooklyn | September 2024

• Two Trees Management, developer and manager of Domino Park, has unveiled Domino Square—a one-acre public plaza extending the waterfront esplanade. Designed by Field Operations and Studio Cadena, Domino Square will host year-round community events, beginning with Williamsburg’s first waterfront ice skating rink, which will open in November.

Hudson River Park’s Pier 97 | Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan | October 2024

• The newly reimagined Pier 97 has opened in Hudson River Park, featuring a sprawling playground with a 26-foot climbing structure, athletic field, and scenic promenade. Highlights also include a sunset deck with stunning Hudson River views, surrounded by 16,000 vibrant flowers and plants.

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 Hip Hop Museum (opening in 2025).

TSX Broadway | Times Square, Manhattan | Ongoing

• TSX Broadway, a new development including a hotel—Tempo by Hilton Times Square—The Palace Theatre, dining, retail and entertainment stages is underway and opening in phases, with the recent unveiling of its 18,000-square-foot podium LED display. Visitors and locals can upload 15-second videos to be broadcast over Times Square.

East Side Coastal Resiliency Project and Floating +POOL at Pier 35 | Lower East Side, Manhattan | 2026

• New York City is opening a filtered floating pool at Pier 35, located on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, 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.

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

• As part of a private-public partnership, New York City FC will fully finance and build New York’s first professional soccer stadium. The Willets Point project will have 25,000 seats, a new public school, 40,000 square feet of public space and see 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.

HOTELS

NYC Hotel Week℠ | Citywide | January/February 2025

• The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program returns in January/February 2025, offering 25% off standard room rates at participating hotels.

The Manner | SoHo, Manhattan | September 2024

• This stylish new 97-room hotel includes an all-day restaurant, The Otter, featuring a seafood-heavy menu, as well as a chic cocktail bar, Sloane’s. The new hotel also plans to open a rooftop in 2025 reserved exclusively for in-house guests and friends.

The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel | Upper East Side, Manhattan | October 2024

• Corinthia, the renowned luxury hotel brand, will open its first NYC location on the Upper East Side. The new 16-story hotel, now open after an extensive rebuild, includes 70 rooms and aims to honor the property’s reputation for glamour and sophistication.

The Twenty Two | Union Square, Manhattan | Fall 2024

• The London-based hotel plans to open a sibling site in NYC this fall. Located within the Margaret Louisa Home, the 77-room hotel will include 17 suites, a restaurant and a private club for members.

Park Hyatt New York | Midtown Manhattan | January 2025

• The luxury hotel recently revealed plans to undergo a series of renovations, including the unveiling of its 3,500 square foot Manhattan Suite on the 25th floor. The renovation will also include upgrades to the hotel’s premier suites, the Rossano Ferretti Hairspa and Spa Nalai.

Waldorf Astoria New York | Midtown Manhattan | Spring 2025

Following a complete renovation and restoration, the famed hotel is projected to reopen next spring featuring its restored historic public and event spaces along with luxury condominiums and 375 large guest rooms and suites, helmed by architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and renowned interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon.

ARTS & CULTURE

Expansions & Openings

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

• A groundbreaking $12.5 million investment is bringing the first-ever Dominican Center for the Arts and Culture to northern Manhattan. Partnering with the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute, the venue will be a vibrant cultural hub featuring 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.

Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology | Lower Manhattan | February 2024

• The immersive museum, which also doubles as an event space, is an accessible, family-friendly venue comprising 15 rooms of experiences, including projected art, a 4D sound studio, LED installations, flower rooms and its own signature scent.

Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD) | Dumbo, Brooklyn | February 2024

• The Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD) launched a new chapter in Dumbo, Brooklyn, with a location at the Empire Stores building. The museum’s first exhibition, Flavor: The World to Your Brain, is an exploration of the sensory experience of flavors in food, offering visitors insight into how the brain experiences taste, among others.

Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College | Flushing, Queens | May 2024

• The center’s newly renovated 2,000-seat Colden Auditorium is Queens’ largest indoor venue.

Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center | West Village, Manhattan | June 28, 2024

• The first visitor center within the national park system dedicated to LGBTQ+ history opened in June, honoring and exploring the history of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising at a storefront next door to the historic Stonewall Inn.

National Urban League’s Urban Civil Rights Museum | Harlem, Manhattan | Late 2024/Early 2025

• The museum, which will be housed in National Urban League’s new Harlem headquarters, the Urban League Empowerment Center, will be the first 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 Frick Collection | Upper East Side, Manhattan | Early 2025

• The Frick Collection will return to its original home at The Frick Mansion in early 2025. The repurposed space includes 27,000 square feet of new construction. Additionally, the second floor of the original Frick residence will become accessible to the public for the first time.

The Studio Museum in Harlem | Harlem, Manhattan | Fall 2025

• The Studio Museum in Harlem will open its new, purpose-built home in fall 2025, 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.

The Hip Hop Museum | South Bronx | 2025

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 Developments section above.)

New Museum | Nolita, Manhattan | 2025

• The New Museum broke ground on 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.

Delacorte Theater | Central Park, Manhattan | Summer 2025

• The Public Theater, in partnership with the Central Park Conservancy, NYC Parks and the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, has revitalized the 61-year-old institution, which will open with Twelfth Night, starring Lupita Nyong’o, Peter Dinklage, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Sandra Oh. The major investment will dramatically improve the home of Free Shakespeare in the Park, addressing critical infrastructure, accessibility and theatrical needs.

The American LGBTQ+ Museum | Upper West Side, Manhattan | 2026

• The New-York Historical Society will house a museum dedicated to showcasing global, national and local LGBTQ+ history and culture. Programming is slated to open in 2026.

Ellis Island Museum | New York City | 2026

The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation recently announced a $100 million revitalization of Ellis Island Museum, including technological advancements, reimagined exhibitions and new theaters. 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 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. In partnership with the New York Public Library, it will also provide programs exploring immigrant stories through art and scholarship.

National Black Theater | East Harlem, Manhattan | 2027

• The National Black Theater 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.

Children’s Museum of Manhattan | Upper West Side, Manhattan | 2028

• The Children’s Museum of Manhattan will open a new 80,000-square-foot location at Central Park West and 96th Street in 2028. The museum will expand its capacity and offer immersive exhibits on topics such as science and the environment. The building will include hands-on learning spaces, a rooftop terrace and an interactive water and sound experience. The museum remains open during construction.

Cultural Exhibitions, Festivals & Performances

It’s Time for CultureSM | Citywide | Through October 27, 2024

• The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program bundling special offerings and events at cultural organizations across the five boroughs, in partnership with Bloomberg Connects, the official app of It’s Time for Culture, is available through October 27, 2024. For further details on arts and culture offerings across the five boroughs, visit NYC’s Tourism’s quarterly arts and culture guide.

Taking Care: The Black Angels of Sea View Hospital at Staten Island Museum | Randall Manor, Staten Island | Through December 2024

• This groundbreaking exhibition commemorates the historic development of a tuberculosis treatment facility on Staten Island in 1951, emphasizing the pivotal role of “The Black Angels,” nurses who broke racial barriers and risked their lives to administer the clinical trials. The exhibit features historic objects and archival images, as well as an immersive art film, Back and Song.

Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelry at American Museum of Natural History | Upper West Side, Manhattan | Through January 5, 2025

• Celebrate hip-hop’s cultural influence through the iconic and stunning jewelry worn by some of the genre’s biggest stars. The exhibition showcases pieces from Slick Rick’s gem-encrusted crown; the diamond-studded Roc-A-Fella medallion; Nicki Minaj’s “Barbie” diamond pendant; and jewelry from A$AP Rocky; Tyler, the Creator; Erykah Badu; and more.

I’m a thousand different people – Every one is real at Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art | Soho, Manhattan | Through January 5, 2025

• This group exhibition brings together works recently acquired by the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, inspired by a drawing by queer icon Candy Darling. The show explores the multidimensionality of queer and trans life, embracing plurality, reinvention and fantasy across various media.

By Way Of: Material and Motion in the Guggenheim Collection at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum | Upper East Side, Manhattan | Through January 12, 2025

• Fascinating works by artists from the museum’s permanent collection illustrate some of the ways contemporary practitioners push the boundaries of their practice and use of materials.

Edges of Ailey at Whitney Museum of American Art | Meatpacking District, Manhattan | Through February 9, 2025

• This show is the first large-scale museum exhibition centered on visionary artist Alvin Ailey, featuring works of art that inspired him and those that he in turn inspired. The presentation encompasses a multimedia exhibition, daily performance program and scholarly catalog.

Evan Paul English: Scrap Book at Alice Austen House | Rosebank, Staten Island | Through February 15, 2025

• Scrap Book features new paintings and a permanent wallpaper installation by artist Evan Paul English, inspired by Alice Austen’s love of scrapbooking and botanical imagery. English reinterprets her archives into modern works, with nine paintings and a wallpaper installation in Austen’s historic home. Visitors can also view Austen’s original scrapbooks and process pieces from English’s creative journey.

Art Deco City: New York Postcards from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection at Museum of the City of New York | East Harlem, Manhattan | Through February 17, 2025

• Featuring over 250 postcards alongside decorative arts, fashion, and architectural models, the exhibition highlights the role postcards played in popularizing Art Deco landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building and Rockefeller Center.

Make Way for Berthe Weill: Art Dealer of the Parisian Avant-Garde at Grey Art Museum | Noho, Manhattan | Through March 1, 2025

• Berthe Weill, the first woman modern art dealer, championed artists like Picasso, Matisse and Modigliani. This survey features around 110 works shown at her gallery in the early 20th century and highlights her work as a gallerist and advocate.

Magazine Fever: Gen X Asian American Periodicals at The Museum of Chinese in America | Nolita, Manhattan | Through March 30, 2025

• Magazine Fever: Gen X Asian American Periodicals examines the impact of Asian American magazines in shaping identity during the 1980s and ’90s. Featuring over 80 rare issues from notable publications like A. Magazine and Hyphen, the exhibition showcases how these magazines provided a platform for Asian Americans to assert their narratives and portray their identities.

FUTURA 2000: BREAKING OUT at The Bronx Museum of the Arts | South Bronx | Through March 30, 2025

• FUTURA 2000: BREAKING OUT is a retrospective of the legendary NYC artist’s career. Running through winter 2025, it showcases five decades of his work, including sculptures, drawings, prints and new installations. The exhibition highlights his signature techniques, science-fiction motifs and the iconic 1980 graffiti piece, Break, which cemented his influence in the art world.

Pets and the City at The New-York Historical Society | Upper West Side, Manhattan | October 25, 2024—April 20, 2025

• Featuring a diverse range of art, objects, memorabilia and media clips, this exhibition highlights pets’ lives in NYC, from early Indigenous cultures to today’s pampered companions. It also examines the growing pet population and addresses topics such as pet adoption and the importance of service animals.

A Billion Dollar Dream: The 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair on its 60th Anniversary at Queens Museum | Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens | November 3, 2024—March 9, 2025

• A Billion Dollar Dream celebrates the 60th anniversary of the 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair by examining its legacy through social, political and environmental lenses. Featuring materials from the Queens Museum’s collection, the exhibition highlights the Fair’s promotion of progress and nationhood while reflecting contemporary issues, including civil rights and the women’s liberation movement.

Ceremonies Out of the Air: Ralph Lemon at MoMA PS1 | Long Island City, Queens | November 14, 2024—March 25, 2025

• Showcasing over 60 works by Ralph Lemon, this exhibition presents dance, sculpture, video and more. Ceremonies Out of the Air will highlight his storytelling through movement and features the central installation Rant redux (2020–24). It will also include a series of live performances that enhance the immersive experience.

Solid Gold at The Brooklyn Museum | Prospect Heights, Brooklyn | November 16, 2024—July 6, 2025

• Solid Gold celebrates the allure of gold, presenting over 500 works that explore the color and material’s significance in art, fashion, film and design throughout history. Opening for the Brooklyn Museum’s 200th anniversary, the exhibition features stunning pieces from renowned designers like Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent, alongside gold-ground paintings, sculptures and jewelry by notable artists such as Alexander Calder and Bulgari.

Flight into Egypt: Black Artists and Ancient Egypt, 1876–Now at The Metropolitan Museum of Art | Upper East Side, Manhattan | November 17, 2024—February 17, 2025

• Flight into Egypt: Black Artists and Ancient Egypt, 1876–Now examines how Black artists and cultural figures have engaged with ancient Egypt through art, literature and performance over nearly 150 years. Featuring around 200 works, the exhibition explores themes like the creation of a unifying identity and the contributions of Black scholars. It also includes a dedicated gallery for performance art, featuring live performances on select days.

Lillie P. Bliss and the Birth of the Modern at The Museum of Modern Art | Midtown Manhattan | November 17, 2024—March 29, 2025

• The Museum of Modern Art will host this exhibition in celebration of one of its founders and her crucial role in promoting modern art in the US. The exhibit marks 90 years since Bliss’s contributions to MoMA and will feature about 40 works. The exhibition will also display archival materials, highlighting her lasting impact on the museum and the acceptance of modern art in America.

Anne Frank The Exhibition | Union Square, Manhattan | Opening January 27, 2025

• Anne Frank The Exhibition is coming to NYC, presenting a full-scale recreation of Anne Frank’s Annex along with over 100 original artifacts, many never seen by the public before. Created by the Anne Frank House in collaboration with the Center for Jewish History, this immersive exhibit provides a unique view into Anne’s life, her writing and her resilience. Visitors will experience the historical context that shaped her story, offering a profound reflection on her legacy.

ANNUAL CELEBRATIONS, BIG EVENTS & ANNIVERSARIES:

25th Anniversary of the New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden at Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden | Randall Manor, Staten Island | 2024

• Since opening in 1999, Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden’s Chinese Scholar’s Garden has continued to delight guests from all over the globe. Home to one of two authentic classical Chinese gardens built in the United States, Snug Harbor continues to honor the serenity and symbolism of traditional Chinese culture.

100th Anniversary of WNYC New York Public Radio | Citywide | 2024–25

• WNYC is celebrating its centennial from 2024 through 2025 with citywide public programming and events. Locals and visitors alike are encouraged to visit WNYC’s website for event announcements.

Brooklyn Museum 200th Anniversary | Prospect Heights, Brooklyn | October 2024

• The Brooklyn Museum kicked off celebrations of its 200th anniversary with its Birthday Bashon October 5. The program was the first of several events and exhibitions that will continue into 2025.

The Morgan Library & Museum 100th Anniversary | Murray Hill, Manhattan | October 2024–May 2025

• In honor of its 100th anniversary, The Morgan Library & Museum will present a major exhibition honoring the life and career of its original director, Belle da Costa Greene (1879–1950), opening October 25.

TCS New York City Marathon | Citywide | November 3, 2024

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

The American Wing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art 100th Anniversary | Upper East Side, Manhattan | November 8, 2024

• In November, the American Wing at The Met will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a reinstallation of its extensive art and design collection. The reimagined galleries will span three floors and showcase works from the mid-17th to mid-20th centuries. The reinstallation will juxtapose well-known objects with recent acquisitions and loans, offering fresh perspectives on American art, history and culture.

New York City Pride | Citywide | June 2025

• The annual NYC Pride March stands as one of the world’s largest, drawing tens of thousands of participants and millions of spectators along the sidewalks annually.

FIFA Club World Cup | New York City & New Jersey | June–July 2025

• FIFA has announced the launch of an expanded Club World Cup featuring 32 teams, with tournaments taking place every four years. New York City/New Jersey will be one of the host cities in the US for the first edition of the tournament.

Ryder Cup | New York City Metropolitan Area | September 22–28, 2025

• The Ryder Cup is a prestigious biannual golf competition pitting teams from Europe and the US against each other in a fiercely contested match-play format.

NYC’s 400th Anniversary | Citywide | 2025

• The City of New York is commemorating the anniversary of the founding and unity of NYC. Celebrating 400 years, the City will host an array of events delving into the rich history of one of the most iconic destinations in the world.

Founded By NYC | Citywide | 2025–2026

• New York City Tourism + Conventions recently announced a brand-new, immersive tourism campaign, Founded By NYC, that will celebrate 250 years and beyond of enduring contributions to the US by New Yorkers. The campaign will have a 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.

America’s 250th Anniversary | New York City & Nationwide | 2026

• In 2026, the US will celebrate 250 years since its founding. NYC will celebrate in a big way as the nation’s first capital, the birthplace of American government and the place where the Bill of Rights was written—as well as placing a focus on the untold stories of Black and Indigenous communities and their impact on NYC’s history.

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

• FIFA has announced New York/New Jersey as the host city for the 2026 World Cup Final. In addition to the final game on July 19, New York/New Jersey will host games on June 13, June 16, June 22, June 25, June 27, June 30 and July 5.

US Open Golf Championship | New York City Metropolitan Area | June 18–21, 2026

• The US Open Golf Championship is one of golf’s four major championships, known for its challenging courses and rigorous competition among the world’s top players.

Sail4th250 | New York City & New Jersey | July 3–8, 2026

• NYC and New Jersey will host the capstone events to kick off the 250th anniversary of America’s Independence. From July 3 through July 8, millions across the nation will witness the largest-ever international flotilla of ships and vessels sailing into the ports of New York and New Jersey. The six-day celebration will also host many festivities including firework displays, food festivals, a special Fleet Week and more.

The 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 Meadowlands Complex 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

City Sights Guided NYC Premium Bus Tour | Manhattan | 2024

• This new five-hour bus tour highlights iconic sights throughout Manhattan—including Times Square, Central Park, Rockefeller Center and Battery Park—via a luxury vehicle with a tour guide providing details of the City’s rich history. Throughout the trip, stops for short walking tours are included at sites like the High Line, as well as a boat cruise on the Staten Island Ferry for views of New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty.

NYC Bagel Tours | Manhattan & Brooklyn | April 2024

• This unique walking tour offering bagel enthusiasts an opportunity to sample a variety of top bagels, cream cheeses and sandwiches—all while delving into the history of the City’s favorite carb of choice—is now available in Spanish language.

Happy Land Memorial: The Garifuna Experience in NYC | South Bronx | Spring 2024

• This walking tour explores the significance of the West Farms neighborhood and the Happy Land Social Club Fire to both NYC and the Garifuna community. Dedicated to the 87 men and women who lost their lives in the fire in 1990, the Happy Land Memorial is a landmark that serves as the gateway to the largest Garifuna village in the world and evidence of a long history and lasting Garifuna presence in the South Bronx. Participants walk along the corridors of 174th Street, Boston Road, Southern Boulevard and Crotona Parkway Malls, spaces where Garifunas have lived, worked and socialized.

NYC Interactive Meals by Avital Tours | Manhattan | Spring 2024

• These interactive, private dining experiences feature a four-course meal with beverage pairings, hands-on cocktail and foodie activities in settings designed for easy, authentic connection, for groups of 5+ at participating restaurants in Manhattan.

Circle Line NYC Summer Nights Cruise | New York City | May–September 2024

• Spend a summer night on the Hudson River aboard Circle Line’s DJ-led two-hour evening cruise to catch the sunset and sail toward iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building and the Financial District; under the breathtaking Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges; and for a close-up view of the Statue of Liberty.

Tastes and Tales from Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean by National Geographic and Little Caribbean NYC | Little Caribbean, Brooklyn | Summer 2024

• From Little Caribbean NYC comes a new walking food tour in collaboration with National Geographic, where local businesses and visitors unite during the two-hour exploration of the neighborhood, home to the largest population with Caribbean ancestry outside of the West Indies.

Welcome to New York: A Tour of Taylor Swift Hotspots with On Location Tours | East and West Village, Manhattan | September 2024

• On Location Tours, in collaboration with GetYourGuide, has unveiled a new two-hour walking tour through the East and West Village that immerses fans in the life and lyrics of Taylor Swift. Participants will explore locations such as Housing Works Bookstore, Lafayette Grand Café, Washington Square Park and Electric Lady Studios. As a special treat, Bus Stop Cafe, a cherished local eatery, will offer complimentary baked goods or coffee to enhance the experience.

Skylift at Top of the Rock | Midtown Manhattan | October 2024

• Now open at Rockefeller Center, Skylift at Top of the Rock lifts visitors nearly 900 feet above the City for unparalleled 360-degree views. Perched atop the 70th floor of 30 Rockefeller Plaza, the open-air, revolving platform adds an extra three stories to the observation deck, offering the sensation of floating among the City’s skyscrapers. Part of the Center’s recent revitalization, Skylift features an LED light show that illuminates the skyline, celebrating the iconic Art Deco architecture of this historic landmark.

Sandwiches of Times Square Tour with A Man and His Sandwich | Times Square, Manhattan | 2024

• A Man and His Sandwich invites food lovers to experience Times Square like never before with a curated sandwich tour through one of NYC’s most iconic locations. This guided journey uncovers hidden gems, offering a variety of classic and innovative sandwiches, granting guests the opportunity to savor the unique flavors that make the City’s sandwich scene legendary.

One Times Square | Times Square, Manhattan | 2025

• One Times Square is being modernized into a visitor center for NYC, featuring a viewing deck that provides an elevated perspective of Times Square and a closer look at the New Year’s Eve Ball, a museum experience that tells the storied history of the area and immersive brand activations across 12 floors.

BROADWAY & OFF-BROADWAY

NYC Broadway WeekSM | Manhattan | January/February 2025

• The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program runs biannually, offering 2-for-1 tickets to participating Broadway performances. The next iteration will take place in January/February 2025.

NYC Off-Broadway WeekSM | Manhattan | February/March 2025

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/March 2025.

Broadway | Manhattan | Ongoing

• The Hills of California (opened September 29)
• Our Town (opened October 10, 2024)
• Sunset Boulevard (opening October 20, 2024)
• Left on Tenth (opening October 23, 2024)
• Romeo and Juliet (opening October 24, 2024)
• A Wonderful World (opening November 11, 2024)
• Maybe Happy Ending (opening November 12, 2024)
• Tammy Faye (opening November 14, 2024)
• Elf (opening November 17, 2024)
• Swept Away (opening November 19, 2024)
• Death Becomes Her (opening November 21, 2024)
• All In: Comedy About Love (opening December 11, 2024)
• Cult of Love (opening December 12, 2024)
• Eureka Day (opening December 16, 2024)
• Gypsy (opening December 19, 2024)
• English (opening January 23, 2025)
• Redwood (opening February 13, 2025)
• Purpose (opening March 2025)
• Buena Vista Social Club (opening March 19, 2025)
• Operation Mincemeat (opening March 20, 2025)
• Othello (opening March 23, 2025)
• Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends (preview March 25, 2025)
• Boop! The Betty Boop Musical (opening April 5, 2025)
• The Last Five Years (opening April 6, 2025)
• Floyd Collins (opening April 21, 2025)
• The Pirates of Penzance (opening April 24, 2025)

Off-Broadway | Manhattan | Ongoing

• Good Bones (opened October 1, 2024)
• Distant Thunder (opened October 3, 2024)
• The Big Gay Jamboree (opened October 6, 2024)
• Dirty Laundry (opened October 6, 2024)
• The Counter (opened October 9, 2024)
• Drunk Dracula (opened October 9, 2024)
• Sump’n Like Wings (opened October 10, 2024)
• People of the Book (opened October 10, 2024)
• Deep History (opened October 10, 2024)
• Orlando (opened October 11, 2024)
• Vladmir (opened October 16, 2024)
• Hold On to Me Darling (opened October 16, 2024)
• The Christine Jorgensen Show (opening October 17, 2024)
• Ashes & Ink (opening October 18, 2024)
• Kafkaesque! (opening October 21, 2024)
• Drag: The Musical (opening October 21, 2024)
• We Live in Cairo (opening October 27, 2024)
• Meet.Fan (opening October 28, 2024)

In the Amazon Warehouse Parking Lot (opening October 28, 2024)

• Another Shot (opening October 29, 2024)
• Ragtime (opening October 30, 2024)
• Teeth (opening October 31, 2024)
• Gats (opening November 1, 2024)
• The Devil’s Disciple (opening November 3, 2024)
• Walden (opening November 7, 2024)
• Give Me Carmelita Tropicana! (opening November 10, 2024)
• We Are Your Robots (opening November 10, 2024)
• The Light and The Dark (opening November 12, 2024)
• Mama, I’m A Big Girl Now! (opening November 13, 2024)
• Communion (opening November 13, 2024)
• King Lear (opening November 14, 2024)
• Babe (opening November 20, 2024)
• The Blood Quilt (opening November 21, 2024)
• Welcome to the Big Dipper (opening November 26, 2024)
• The Dead, 1904 (opening November 26, 2024)
• A Christmas Carol (opening November 26, 2024)
• Duality (opening December 11, 2024)
• The Beautiful Land I Seek (la linda tieera que busco yo) (opening December 11, 2024)

Show/Boat: A River (opening January 15, 2025)

• The Antiquities (opening January 20, 2025)
• Henry IV (opening January 26, 2025)
• Liberation (opening February 20, 2025)
• The Great Privation (opening February 26, 2025)
• Ghosts (opening March 10, 2025)
• Amerikin (opening March 11, 2025)
• Vanya (opening March 18, 2025)
• The Swamp Dwellers (opening March 30, 2025)
• Bowl EP (opening April 17, 2025)
• Chiaroscuro (opening May 26, 2025)

DINING, NIGHTLIFE & MEETING/EVENT VENUES

NYC Restaurant Week® | Citywide | January/February 2025

• The New York City Tourism + Conventions signature program runs biannually, offering deals on lunches and dinners at participating restaurants. The next iteration will take place in January/February 2025.

Convene 101 Park Avenue Expansion  | Midtown Manhattan | May 2024

• Convene debuted a newly expanded venue at 101 Park Avenue, which includes a new mezzanine level with floor-to-ceiling windows. The mezzanine has a large conference hall with full theatrical lighting that can accommodate up to 223 guests and an open gallery for networking and food breaks.

Private Events at Brooklyn Paramount | Downtown Brooklyn | Spring 2024

• In addition to a new concert venue, Brooklyn Paramount also hosts private events, accommodating up to 2,000 guests. The fully renovated former movie theater is equipped to hold big events, offering access to a full-service event production team, audio and visual capabilities, and more.

Bánh by Lauren | Lower East Side, Manhattan | Spring 2024

• The Vietnamese American and French pastry pop-up opened its first bakery café in NYC at 42 Market Street.

Cocina Consuelo | Harlem, Manhattan | Spring 2024

• Starting out as a recurring dinner series that eventually led to pop-ups and a stand at Smorgasburg, Cocina Consuelo recently opened in Harlem as a Mexican café by day and restaurant by night.

Din Tai Fung | Midtown Manhattan | Summer 2024

• International sensation Din Tai Fung opened its first East Coast location at 1633 Broadway. The Michelin-starred restaurant is known for its soup dumplings (xiao long bao), spicy wontons, cucumber salad and noodles.

Salt & Straw | West Village & Upper West Side | Summer 2024

• The cult-favorite ice cream shop from Portland, Oregon, opened its first two locations in NYC at 540 Hudson Street and 360 Amsterdam Avenue.

Bokaguá | Riverdale, The Bronx | July 2024

• Serving Dominican and Asian fare, this new restaurant includes a full cocktail menu and unique dishes such as oxtail samosas, mofongo dumplings with pork belly and fried snapper with green curry sauce.

Lakeside NYC | Jackson Heights, Queens | July 2024

• Named after Phewa Lake, a vacation destination in Central Nepal, this Nepalese Himalayan restaurant offers over 100 appetizers and main courses including Indian curries and Tibetan noodles.

Mansion | Great Kills, Staten Island | September 2024

• This waterside restaurant offers an array of dining experiences, depending on where you are seated. The eclectically designed restaurant serves Italian fare including favorites like chicken parmigiana, shrimp scampi and fettuccine alfredo.

Zimmi’s | West Village, Manhattan | October 2024

• A Lodi alum and the former wine and beverage director for Union Square Hospitality Group are joining together to open an intimate West Village bistro this month. Zimmi’s, named after the artist Marie Zimmermann, will serve regional French fare and feature a soon-to-be-opened wine bar.

Laziza | Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn | October 2024

• The beloved Brooklyn neighborhood will welcome a new restaurant bringing the feel of Tokyo listening rooms to the heart of Bed-Stuy. At Laziza, “delicious” in Arabic, patrons can enjoy vinyl from chef Jilbert El-Zmetr’s personal collection while dining on Mediterranean fare.

The Otter | Soho, Manhattan | October 2024

• Located at The Manner hotel, Alex Stupak’s seafood-driven restaurant serves classic dishes such as fish and chips, lobster and other menu items inspired by his New England childhood.

Kancil | Upper West Side, Manhattan | October 2024

• Inspired by his home village in Malaysia, Simpson Wong is collaborating with Salil Mehta to open a new restaurant in the Upper West Side. Patrons can expect dishes such as shrimp fritters, Block Island squid and clay pot chicken rice.

Acru | Greenwich Village, Manhattan | October 2024

• Atomix’s former sous-chef Daniel Garwood will open a restaurant under Na:eun Hospitality, the first non-Korean venture within the company. The 45-seat Greenwich Village neo-bistro will serve a tasting menu inspired by chef Garwood’s native Australia and techniques honed from his travels around the globe including South Korea, Denmark, Italy and Sweden.

Pitt’s | Red Hook, Brooklyn | October 2024

• The chef and owner behind beloved Crown Heights spot Agi’s Counter will open a new restaurant in Red Hook. Pitt’s, the owner’s childhood nickname, will serve dishes such as sweetbreads and peach melba along with complimentary bread service.

Chez Fifi | Upper East Side, Manhattan | October 2024

• Honoring their French heritage, brothers Joshua and David Foulquier are working with chef Zack Zeidman to open a luxe ground-floor dining room and upstairs lounge in an Upper East Side townhouse.

Gui Steakhouse | Midtown Manhattan | October 2024

• Gui Steakhouse will serve classic steakhouse fare with an inventive take, including Caesar salad, crab cakes and creamed spinach with Korean flavors.

Sal Tang’s | Cobble Hill, Brooklyn | Fall 2024

• Nom Wah alum Wilson Tang partnered with Sal Lamboglia of Cafe Spaghetti and Swoony for an old-school Chinese American restaurant opening this fall.

Locanda Verde | Hudson Yards | November 2024

• Fifteen years after its original location opened, Locanda Verde, a popular Italian restaurant beloved by Taylor Swift, Megan Markle and other celebrities will debut a second location at Hudson Yards. The new spot is backed by Robert De Niro in partnership with chef Andrew Carmellini, Luke Ostrom and Josh Pickard.

Convene 360 Madison Avenue Expansion | Midtown Manhattan | 2024

• Later this year, Convene’s newest premium meeting, event and flexible office space will offer an additional 22,500+ square feet in the heart of Manhattan. The expansion will add five meeting rooms including a 13-person boardroom; two gallery spaces; three event rooms; and a conference hall that can accommodate up to 210 individuals.

Grill 57 & Rooftop Lounge | Midtown Manhattan | 2024

• Grill 57 & Rooftop Lounge recently opened its newly renovated space, located at the top of Le Meridien Hotel. Offering breathtaking views of Central Park, the venue includes both indoor and outdoor spaces, making it one of the City’s most exciting gathering places for any event.

Eataly | Hudson Yards | Spring 2025

• Eataly continues its expansion in NYC, announcing plans to open another location in Hudson

Convene 30 Hudson Yards | Hudson Yards | Summer 2025

• Opening next summer, the new Convene 30 Hudson Yards venue will span 72,000 square feet and offer breathtaking views of the City’s iconic skyline. At the top of one of the City’s well-known towers, this spot will feature 10 events spaces including a 780-person grand hall.

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Axel Arigato | Soho, Manhattan | Summer 2024

• Swedish footwear brand Axel Arigato opened its first US store in NYC this summer. The popular company took over the corner of 273 Lafayette Street, offering a selection of their most popular footwear styles as well as a selection of men’s and women’s ready-to-wear.

Banana Republic | Soho, Manhattan | May 2024

• Banana Republic unveiled its revitalized NYC flagship store in May. The new space, located in the heart of Soho, features an elevated store design and retail experience, allowing shoppers to discover the brand’s high-quality women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories. The store includes the BR Home collection, featuring furniture, lighting and other home goods.

Million Goods | Greenpoint, Brooklyn | May 2024

• Part menswear shop, part bar and part listening lounge, this boutique in Greenpoint offers organic wine, high-fashion workwear and a range of handpicked records.

Hoka | Midtown Manhattan | June 2024

• The California-based sneaker brand recently opened its first flagship in NYC on Fifth Avenue. The store displays the latest innovations from the brand and has become a community gathering space for local runners in NYC.

Ghirardelli Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop | Midtown Manhattan | Summer 2024

• Ghirardelli opened its first store at the Empire State Building, joining the growing roster of food and beverage retailers including State Grill and Bar, Chipotle, Chopt, Juice Press and Tacombi.

Salomon | Soho, Manhattan | October 2024

• Salomon opens its first-ever US retail outpost in Soho this month. It will only be open through January 2025, serving as a test for the growing brand as they plan to expand to five physical stores in 2025, beginning with a to-be-announced permanent space in NYC.

BQ Flea | Williamsburg & Greenpoint, Brooklyn | October 2024

• This new flea market located under the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, organized by the Brooklyn Flea team, will have offerings from vintage sellers as well as various food vendors including Suzume, Burger Supreme, Dirty South Kitchen, and more. BQ Flea will be open every Sunday throughout October and will return next year.

Monopoly: Queens Edition | Queens, New York | October 2024

• Earlier this month, the popular board game Monopoly rolled out a new version, celebrating the borough of Queens. Monopoly: Queens Edition features a handful of the borough’s iconic landmarks, small businesses and cultural institutions including the Queensboro Bridge, Queens Museum, Queens Night Market, Rockaway Beach, MoMA PS1, LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy Airport, Forest Hills Stadium, Louis Armstrong House Museum and the Unisphere, as well as NYC Tourism signature programs NYC Restaurant Week and NYC Must-See Week. Monopoly: Queens Edition can be purchased online and at various retailers in Queens.

Saint Laurent | Meatpacking District, Manhattan | 2024

• Luxury clothing brand Saint Laurent is expanding its presence in NYC with the announcement of a flagship store at 70-74 Gansevoort Street. This new location, expected to open in 2024, will join Saint Laurent’s existing stores in Soho and Midtown Manhattan.

Skims | Midtown Manhattan | February 2025

• Earlier this year it was reported that Kim Kardashian’s apparel company signed a lease for a Fifth Avenue retail space. The popular brand is set to open its flagship store in NYC in February, after a successful pop-up at Rockefeller Center this past May.

Printemps | Financial District | Spring 2025

• Next spring, the storied French luxury department store Printemps will open a new retail emporium in NYC, the brand’s first imprint on US soil. It will take over the 50-story landmark building at One Wall Street, bringing a local approach and seamless experiences for shoppers.

Primark | Midtown Manhattan | TBC

• The international clothing retailer will open a flagship location in Herald Square.