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What to do in New York in January 2025

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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 2025

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1 Jan
Wednesday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A true must-do in December! Each year, the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn go all out to transform their homes into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
1 Jan
Wednesday
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
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 17:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
1 Jan
Wednesday
New York Knicks vs. Utah Jazz
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $416.00
2 Jan
Thursday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A true must-do in December! Each year, the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn go all out to transform their homes into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
2 Jan
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
2 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
2 Jan
Thursday
New York City Ballet: The Nutcracker
Start time: 14:00 | Ballet | Starting at $209.00
2 Jan
Thursday
The Magic Flute
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at $83.00
2 Jan
Thursday
New York Rangers vs. Boston Bruins
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $338.00
2 Jan
Thursday
New York City Ballet: The Nutcracker
Start time: 19:00 | Ballet | Starting at $226.00
2 Jan
Thursday
New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $121.00
3 Jan
Friday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A true must-do in December! Each year, the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn go all out to transform their homes into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
3 Jan
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
3 Jan
Friday
The Magic Flute
Start time: 19:30 | Opera | Starting at $138.00
3 Jan
Friday
PBR - Unleash The Beast
Start time: 19:45 | Sports | Starting at $70.00
3 Jan
Friday
New York City Ballet: The Nutcracker
Start time: 20:00 | Ballet | Starting at $240.00
4 Jan
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
4 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
4 Jan
Saturday
The Magic Flute
Start time: 12:00 | Opera | Starting at $83.00
4 Jan
Saturday
New York City Ballet: The Nutcracker
Start time: 14:00 | Ballet | Starting at $215.00
4 Jan
Saturday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Philadelphia 76ers
Be on the lookout for Olympic gold medalist Joel Embiid playing for Philadelphia 76ers!
Start time: 18:00 | Basketball | Starting at $92.00
4 Jan
Saturday
PBR - Unleash The Beast
Start time: 19:45 | Sports | Starting at $84.00
4 Jan
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: Aida
Start time: 20:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
5 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
5 Jan
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 17:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
5 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
5 Jan
Sunday
New York Jets vs. Miami Dolphins
Start time: TBA | American Football | Starting at $61.00
5 Jan
Sunday
PBR - Unleash The Beast
Start time: 14:45 | Sports | Starting at $80.00
6 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
6 Jan
Monday
Metropolitan Opera: Rigoletto
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at $127.00
6 Jan
Monday
New York Knicks vs. Orlando Magic
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $204.00
6 Jan
Monday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Indiana Pacers
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $20.00
7 Jan
Tuesday
New York Rangers vs. Dallas Stars
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $228.00
7 Jan
Tuesday
Metropolitan Opera: Aida
Start time: 20:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
8 Jan
Wednesday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour.
8 Jan
Wednesday
Metropolitan Opera: Rigoletto
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at $127.00
8 Jan
Wednesday
New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at $183.00
8 Jan
Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Detroit Pistons
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $20.00
9 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
9 Jan
Thursday
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $244.00
9 Jan
Thursday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 19:00 | Theatre | Starting at $97.00
9 Jan
Thursday
Metropolitan Opera: Tosca
Start time: 20:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
10 Jan
Friday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Adele
Church of the Heavenly Rest | Start time: 21:15 | Concerts
10 Jan
Friday
Metropolitan Opera: Aida
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
10 Jan
Friday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 19:00 | Theatre | Starting at $77.00
10 Jan
Friday
New York Knicks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $347.00
11 Jan
Saturday
Reverse Manhattanhenge
Possibly the most 'Instagrammable' sky phenomenon of the year, as the sunrise aligns with the east–west streets of Manhattan.
11 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
11 Jan
Saturday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 11:00 | Theatre | Starting at $88.00
11 Jan
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: Rigoletto
Start time: 13:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
11 Jan
Saturday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 15:00 | Theatre | Starting at $72.00
11 Jan
Saturday
New Jersey Devils vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $97.00
11 Jan
Saturday
St. Johns Red Storm vs. Villanova Wildcats
Start time: 19:00 | Sports | Starting at $203.00
11 Jan
Saturday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 19:00 | Theatre | Starting at $97.00
12 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
12 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
12 Jan
Sunday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 12:00 | Theatre | Starting at $152.00
12 Jan
Sunday
Metropolitan Opera: Tosca
Start time: 15:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
12 Jan
Sunday
New York Knicks vs. Milwaukee Bucks
Start time: 15:00 | Basketball | Starting at $341.00
12 Jan
Sunday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 16:00 | Theatre | Starting at $88.00
13 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
13 Jan
Monday
New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $203.00
14 Jan
Tuesday
Metropolitan Opera: Aida
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
14 Jan
Tuesday
New Jersey Devils vs. Florida Panthers
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the NHL Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $46.00
14 Jan
Tuesday
New York Islanders vs. Ottawa Senators
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $48.00
14 Jan
Tuesday
St. Johns Red Storm vs. Georgetown Hoyas
Start time: 19:30 | Sports | Starting at $139.00
15 Jan
Wednesday
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.
15 Jan
Wednesday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour.
15 Jan
Wednesday
Boyz II Men
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $118.00
16 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
16 Jan
Thursday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 19:00 | Theatre | Starting at $68.00
16 Jan
Thursday
Metropolitan Opera: Rigoletto
Start time: 19:30 | Opera | Starting at $127.00
16 Jan
Thursday
New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $39.00
17 Jan
Friday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 11:00 | Theatre | Starting at $85.00
17 Jan
Friday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 19:00 | Theatre | Starting at $83.00
17 Jan
Friday
New York Knicks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $389.00
17 Jan
Friday
Metropolitan Opera: Tosca
Start time: 20:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
18 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
18 Jan
Saturday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 11:00 | Theatre | Starting at $97.00
18 Jan
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: Aida
Start time: 12:30 | Opera | Starting at $165.00
18 Jan
Saturday
New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 12:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $230.00
18 Jan
Saturday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 15:00 | Theatre | Starting at $96.00
18 Jan
Saturday
New York Rangers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $213.00
18 Jan
Saturday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 19:00 | Theatre | Starting at $80.00
18 Jan
Saturday
New York Islanders vs. San Jose Sharks
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $104.00
18 Jan
Saturday
L'Imperatrice
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $185.00
19 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
19 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
19 Jan
Sunday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 11:00 | Theatre | Starting at $97.00
19 Jan
Sunday
New Jersey Devils vs. Ottawa Senators
Start time: 13:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $142.00
19 Jan
Sunday
Metropolitan Opera: Rigoletto
Start time: 15:00 | Opera | Starting at $127.00
19 Jan
Sunday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 15:00 | Theatre | Starting at $96.00
19 Jan
Sunday
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
Start time: 19:00 | Theatre | Starting at $79.00
19 Jan
Sunday
John Oliver & Seth Meyers
Start time: 19:30 | Concerts | Starting at $229.00
19 Jan
Sunday
L'Imperatrice
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $87.00
20 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.
20 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 Jan
Monday
New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks
Start time: 15:00 | Basketball | Starting at $277.00
20 Jan
Monday
New York Islanders vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $66.00
21 Jan
Tuesday
New York Rangers vs. Ottawa Senators
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $264.00
21 Jan
Tuesday
Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $142.00
21 Jan
Tuesday
Metropolitan Opera: Aida
Start time: 20:00 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
22 Jan
Wednesday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour.
22 Jan
Wednesday
St. Johns Red Storm vs. Xavier Musketeers
Start time: 19:00 | Sports | Starting at $88.00
22 Jan
Wednesday
New Jersey Devils vs. Boston Bruins
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $85.00
22 Jan
Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Suns
Be on the lookout for Olympic gold medalists Kevin Durant and Kevin Booker playing for Phoenix Suns!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $60.00
23 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
23 Jan
Thursday
New York Rangers vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $273.00
23 Jan
Thursday
Metropolitan Opera: Tosca
Start time: 19:30 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
24 Jan
Friday
Monster Jam
Start time: 19:00 | Sports | Starting at $60.00
24 Jan
Friday
Metropolitan Opera: Rigoletto
Start time: 19:30 | Opera | Starting at $127.00
24 Jan
Friday
New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $63.00
24 Jan
Friday
Martin Lawrence
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $191.00
24 Jan
Friday
Dimension 20
Start time: 20:00 | Theatre | Starting at $317.00
24 Jan
Friday
Hugh Jackman - From New York, With Love
Start time: 20:00 | Theatre | Starting at $287.00
25 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
25 Jan
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: Aida
Start time: 12:30 | Opera | Starting at $141.00
25 Jan
Saturday
Monster Jam
Start time: 13:00 | Sports | Starting at $61.00
25 Jan
Saturday
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Michigan State Spartans
Start time: 13:30 | Sports | Starting at $404.00
25 Jan
Saturday
Hugh Jackman - From New York, With Love
Start time: 14:00 | Theatre | Starting at $191.00
25 Jan
Saturday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Miami Heat
Start time: 18:00 | Basketball | Starting at $80.00
25 Jan
Saturday
Monster Jam
Start time: 19:00 | Sports | Starting at $61.00
25 Jan
Saturday
New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $149.00
25 Jan
Saturday
New York Knicks vs. Sacramento Kings
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $277.00
25 Jan
Saturday
Hugh Jackman - From New York, With Love
Start time: 20:00 | Theatre | Starting at $387.00
26 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
26 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
26 Jan
Sunday
New York Rangers vs. Colorado Avalanche
Start time: 13:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $289.00
26 Jan
Sunday
Monster Jam
Start time: 13:00 | Sports | Starting at $61.00
27 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 Jan
Monday
New York Knicks vs. Memphis Grizzlies
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $203.00
27 Jan
Monday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Sacramento Kings
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $29.00
28 Jan
Tuesday
New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $201.00
28 Jan
Tuesday
New York Islanders vs. Colorado Avalanche
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $85.00
29 Jan
Wednesday
Candlelight Concert: Best of Hip-Hop
Sony Hall | Start times: 19:00, 21:15 | Concerts
29 Jan
Wednesday
Chinese New Year Firecracker Ceremony
600,000 firecrackers explode in order to scare away evil spirits. Enjoy dancers and food vendors at Sara D. Roosevelt Park. Starts at 11:00. Entrance is free.
29 Jan
Wednesday
NYC Donut Tour
Try some of New York’s most delicious donuts during this unique tour.
29 Jan
Wednesday
New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $61.00
29 Jan
Wednesday
New York Knicks vs. Denver Nuggets
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $237.00
30 Jan
Thursday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Whitney Houston
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Start times: 18:00, 20:30 | Concerts
30 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
31 Jan
Friday
Broadway Sings Taylor Swift
The Cutting Room | Concerts
31 Jan
Friday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Beyoncé
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Concerts
31 Jan
Friday
National Hot Chocolate Day
What a perfect day to treat yourself with a nice cup of hot chocolate and some winter fun. Go ice skating in Bryant Park!
31 Jan
Friday
Monster Jam
Start time: 19:00 | Sports | Starting at $85.00
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