What to do in New York this weekend
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Do you want to know what there is to do in New York this weekend? Take a look below where you can find an overview of NYC events this weekend. For example, catch a sports game. Almost every weekend throughout the year there’s a range of sports games on and the atmosphere in the stadiums is always awesome! Feel like some music? There are a huge range of concerts on each week throughout New York. See the biggest stars, live on stage at Madison Square Garden, Carnegie Hall or Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Of course, it’s also very important to know if you happen to be in New York on National Pizza Day or National Burger Day! In the below breakdown you can see a daily account of things to do in NYC this weekend.
NYC Activities This Weekend
Seeing a Broadway Musical is a must during your New York trip. During the weekend you can see a Matinée show on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon and also evening performances on both days too. Go to see a classic show that has been running for years or see one of the exciting new musicals and enjoy the modern storylines and impressive sets.
If you feel like going out on the town during the evenings and are looking for the best of New York’s nightlife, the Rooftop Bar Tour on a Friday is something for you. Saturday is the perfect day to see a show of some sorts, and grab a drink afterwards. Alternatively make it an early night and head back to your hotel so you can be up bright early on Sunday in order to board the bus for a gospel tour through Harlem!
New York Weekend Calendar
As I am sure you already know, there is always something to do in New York City. They don’t call it The City That Never Sleeps for nothing! Take a look at the calendar below and see for yourself what is happening in the city during your stay. I have put the best NYC activities this weekend together in one handy list for your Friday, Saturday and Sunday so you never have to ask what to do in New York this weekend. You can buy tickets directly, safely and easily by clicking on the links!
Weekly events in New York in December 2023
8 Dec
Friday
Anniversary of Lennon's Death
Today is the anniversary of the death of John Lennon. Visit the Strawberry Fields in Central Park in his memory.
8 Dec
Friday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
8 Dec
Friday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A real must-do in December! Each year the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn pull out all the stops to transform their houses into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses for yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
8 Dec
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
8 Dec
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
8 Dec
Friday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Family-Friendly Holiday Presentation
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at $113.00
8 Dec
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9 Dec
Saturday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
9 Dec
Saturday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A real must-do in December! Each year the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn pull out all the stops to transform their houses into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses for yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
9 Dec
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
9 Dec
Saturday
Rooftop Igloos Experience
Book a private Teardrop Igloo experience at the rooftop bar Somewhere Nowhere. In your warm and cosy igloo, sip champagne by the fireplace while admiring the illuminated skyline.
Somewhere Nowhere NYC | Start times: 17:00, 19:15, 21:30 | Nightlife
Somewhere Nowhere NYC | Start times: 17:00, 19:15, 21:30 | Nightlife
9 Dec
Saturday
SantaCon NYC
Watch out for Santas today because it's New York City SantaCon! You must over 21 years old to participate and dress up as Santa.
9 Dec
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: Florencia en el Amazonas
Start time: 13:00 | Opera | Starting at $96.00
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9 Dec
Saturday
New York Islanders vs. Los Angeles Kings
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $49.00
9 Dec
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10 Dec
Sunday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
10 Dec
Sunday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A real must-do in December! Each year the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn pull out all the stops to transform their houses into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses for yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
10 Dec
Sunday
Fifth Avenue for All
Food vendors, music and holiday spirit! Fifth Avenue will be closed to all car traffic between 12:00 and 18:00, so you can enjoy the iconic shop windows and Christmas lights. Download my app to get the best Christmas walking route to marvel it all.
10 Dec
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
10 Dec
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 09:00, 11:30, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 09:00, 11:30, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
10 Dec
Sunday
NABC Brooklyn Showcase: North Texas vs. Fordham, Colorado vs. Miami (FL), Boston College vs. St. John's & Temple vs. UAlbany
College Basketball: This is your chance to go see multiple college basketball games in New York!
Start time: 11:30 | Sports | Starting at $31.00
Start time: 11:30 | Sports | Starting at $31.00
10 Dec
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10 Dec
Sunday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Family-Friendly Holiday Presentation
Start time: 14:00 | Opera | Starting at $253.00
10 Dec
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