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Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

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With some of the world’s best bars and a party scene that thrives way past midnight, New York City’s iconic nightlife is a huge draw.

Take a Night Off Drinking at a Sober Party in NYC

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The Phantom of the Opera is already the longest-running show in Broadway history, and now it will stick around a little longer.

'Phantom of the Opera' Postpones Broadway Closing Due to Historic Ticket Sales

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The 'World's Largest' Go-Kart Racing Track Is About to Open in New Jersey

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Transport yourself back in time to old-school NYC this holiday season with a ride on a vintage subway train.

This Holiday Season Is Your Chance to Ride a Vintage NYC Subway Train

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New York City has grown its ferry system extensively over the past few years, but its increased popularity has come with more scrutiny into its finances.

Tickets for NYC's Ferry System Just Got More Expensive

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Ready to immerse yourself in 26,000 square feet of hand-painted magic?

This Hand-Painted, 'Alice in Wonderland'-Inspired Art Exhibit & Bar Is Coming to NYC

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If you're hoping to catch a Broadway performance without spending Broadway ticket prices, you may be in luck this fall.

Here's How to See Free Broadway Performances in the Outer Boroughs This Fall

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The popular Halloween attraction Haunt O'Ween first made its debut in Los Angeles, and now it's coming to the other side of the country this fall with a month-long residency in New Jersey.

An Enormous LA-Favorite Halloween Experience Is Coming to New Jersey This Fall

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Anyone hoping to visit one of the New York City area's many illustrious museums and save a little money in the process should mark September 17 on their calendars.

Score Free Admission to These New York & New Jersey Museums on Museum Day

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After two years off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the popular Le Dîner en Blanc is returning to NYC this September.

This Massive Pop-Up French Dinner Party Is Returning to NYC After a 2-Year Hiatus

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Getting delicious fried chicken just became easier for New Yorkers living in Midtown.

Jollibee Opens Its Flagship Times Square Location After Years of Anticipation

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Hip-hop festival Rolling Loud is returning to New York this year with some major NYC-based talent.

Things To Do In New York

Take a Night Off Drinking at a Sober Party in NYC

Absence of Proof is helping New Yorkers have booze-free fun.

'Phantom of the Opera' Postpones Broadway Closing Due to Historic Ticket Sales

You'll have eight more weeks to see it.

The 'World's Largest' Go-Kart Racing Track Is About to Open in New Jersey

The facility will also have rides, axe throwing lanes, arcade games, and more.

This Holiday Season Is Your Chance to Ride a Vintage NYC Subway Train

Holiday Nostalgia Rides are back on the 1 line this year.

Tickets for NYC's Ferry System Just Got More Expensive

The price for single rides is rising, but frequent users can still get the old price.

This Hand-Painted, 'Alice in Wonderland'-Inspired Art Exhibit & Bar Is Coming to NYC

It's billed as the "world's largest painting."

Here's How to See Free Broadway Performances in the Outer Boroughs This Fall

Catch the casts of "Wicked," "The Book of Mormon," "Beetlejuice," and more for free.

An Enormous LA-Favorite Halloween Experience Is Coming to New Jersey This Fall

The event will feature rides, games, candy, dancing, and family-friendly fun.

Score Free Admission to These New York & New Jersey Museums on Museum Day

More than a dozen area museums are offering free tickets in September.

This Massive Pop-Up French Dinner Party Is Returning to NYC After a 2-Year Hiatus

Le Dîner en Blanc boasts 5,500 attendees dressed in over-the-top, all-white outfits.

Jollibee Opens Its Flagship Times Square Location After Years of Anticipation

The new store is Jollibee's largest in NYC.

Nicki Minaj, A$AP Rocky, and Future Will Headline Rolling Loud New York 2022

The hip-hop festival just announced a special guest.