What to do in New York in January 2021
Highlight of the month
Go ice skating in New York
Head to one of the ice skating rinks in New York and enjoy a fun winter's day.
Head to one of the ice skating rinks in New York and enjoy a fun winter's day.
Eric's tips
Because of COVID-19 events have extra safety measures:
- ✔️ face mask required
- ✔️ hand sanitizer available
- ✔️ limited capacity
- ✔️ reservation required
New York in January is cold and often covered in snow. So plan your activities accordingly! A perfect month for attending a sports game, both the ice hockey and basketball seasons are in full swing. The Hop on Hop off bus is great to explore the city. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in January 2021
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Want to enjoy a live performance? You can watch free virtual concerts every week!
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Discover the best ice skating rinks in New York.
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Shopping centres are open! You can visit the Empire Outlets, an outdoor mall, for example.
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While the Giants and the Jets are playing home games without an audience, check out the best sports bars to watch the current NFL season.
1 Jan
Friday
New Year's Day
Start off the year with a great view of the city from the Top of the Rock, take a walk in Central Park, visit one of the iconic museums or a Broadway show.
1 Jan
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
2 Jan
Saturday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour. Also available on Fridays and Sundays.
3 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
6 Jan
Wednesday
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Shopping Tour
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
7 Jan
Thursday
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Shopping Tour
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
8 Jan
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
8 Jan
Friday
Ski or Snowboard in New York
Enjoy a day in the snow in Hunter Mountain, just outside New York. Practice your favourite winter sport, ski or snowboard, with an all-inclusive package.
9 Jan
Saturday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour. Also available on Fridays and Sundays.
10 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
10 Jan
14 Jan
Thursday
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Shopping Tour
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
15 Jan
Friday
Ski or Snowboard in New York
Enjoy a day in the snow in Hunter Mountain, just outside New York. Practice your favourite winter sport, ski or snowboard, with an all-inclusive package.
15 Jan
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
15 Jan
Friday
National Bagel Day
It's National Bagel Day today! Pay a visit to one of my favourite bagel places in town to celebrate this New York classic.
16 Jan
Saturday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour. Also available on Fridays and Sundays.
16 Jan
17 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
18 Jan
Monday
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
An American federal holiday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. A good excuse to visit Harlem today.
21 Jan
Thursday
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Shopping Tour
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
22 Jan
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
22 Jan
Friday
Ski or Snowboard in New York
Enjoy a day in the snow in Hunter Mountain, just outside New York. Practice your favourite winter sport, ski or snowboard, with an all-inclusive package.
23 Jan
Saturday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour. Also available on Fridays and Sundays.
24 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
28 Jan
Thursday
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Shopping Tour
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
28 Jan
29 Jan
Friday
Ski or Snowboard in New York
Enjoy a day in the snow in Hunter Mountain, just outside New York. Practice your favourite winter sport, ski or snowboard, with an all-inclusive package.
29 Jan
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
30 Jan
Saturday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour. Also available on Fridays and Sundays.
31 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
