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What to do in New York this weekend

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Ski resorts near New York City

Ski resorts near New York City Want to take a snow day during your trip to New York? Head to one of these winter resorts, just a couple of hours out of the city.

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 February 2025

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14 Feb
Friday
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.
14 Feb
Friday
Valentine's Day
Celebrate in the most romantic restaurants and bars in NYC or treat your partner to a dinner cruise.
14 Feb
Friday
Valentine's Day Cruise
Choose a cruise to celebrate Valentine's Day on the waters of New York.
14 Feb
Friday
Top Rank Boxing
Start time: 17:00 | Boxing | Starting at $168.00
14 Feb
Friday
Rod Wave
Start time: 19:00 | Concerts | Starting at $230.00
14 Feb
Friday
Supersonic - Tribute to OASIS
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $33.00
14 Feb
Friday
Chris Tucker
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $88.00
14 Feb
Friday
Fantasia
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $199.00
15 Feb
15 - 16 Feb
Presidents' Day Weekend
There are many activities organised for this weekend, especially for children. Visit MoMA or the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
15 Feb
Saturday
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 Feb
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.
16 Feb
Sunday
Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade and Festival
Colourful floats, dragon dancers and performers fill the streets for Chinese New Year. The parade starts at 13:00 in Little Italy and goes through the main streets of Chinatown and Bowery. Free.
16 Feb
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
16 Feb
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!
16 Feb
Sunday
The Harlem Globetrotters
Start time: 13:00 | Sports | Starting at $44.00
16 Feb
Sunday
St. Johns Red Storm vs. Creighton Bluejays
Start time: 15:00 | Sports | Starting at $79.00
16 Feb
Sunday
Rod Wave
Start time: 19:00 | Concerts | Starting at $131.00
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