January in New York: 26 ideas for an interesting pastime
'06.01.2020'
Source: secretnyc.co
Although the New Year is behind, there is much more in New York that is worth doing in January. Edition SecretNYC proposed 26 ideas for an interesting pastime that will extend the feeling of a holiday.
- Take a dip в tale on Immersive Nutcracker Cocktail Fete
Enjoy the fairy tale Immersive Nutcracker Cocktail Féte with comedy and interactive theater productions. Choose the perfect outfit from an assortment of antique costumes and immerse yourself in a 90-minute show where you will waltz next to the Nutcracker and other characters.
At the event, a butler will meet you, and at the beginning of the holiday you will find delicious Hot Toddy whiskey from Johnnie Walker Black Label.
Get your magic cocktail tickets here.
2-11. Go ice skating
In winter, there are many outdoor ice rinks in New York. For example, ice rink wolman in Central Park open daily from 10 a.m. Rockefeller Center ice rink works daily from 8:30 in the morning, and skating rink in Bryant Park open from 8 in the morning.
You can also go ice skating at Manhattan's only rooftop skating rink - Winterland on Pier 17.
Here are some other rinks to visit:
- Skating rink at Brookfield Place, Tribeca.
- Lafrak Center in Lakeside, Prospect Park.
- Lasker Rink, Central Park.
- WWII Veterans Memorial Ice Skating Rink, Staten Island.
- IC Ice Rink in Industry City
- The Vale Rink at Williamsburg Hotel
- Check out the NYBG Holiday Train Show
This year's New York Botanical Garden will host the 28th annual train festivities. The focus will be on Central Park “with its iconic landscape lined with mosses and holly”, many magnificent bridges, footpaths and Belvedere Castle.
According to the New York Botanical Garden, each of the attractions presented at the exhibition was created using natural materials.
This place is located in Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. The event runs until January 26th.
- Enjoy a classic concert by candlelight
Experience classical music in a new light with these sensational candlelit concerts in the most beautiful churches in New York. The event, known as Candlelight, invites you to hear the greatest works - from Vivaldi to Mozart to Bach - in an intimate atmosphere.
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One of the charming shows will be held at the 127-year-old Middle Collegiate Church in the East Village, and another at Corpus Christi Catholic Church on the Upper West Side. With countless flickering candles illuminating each unique space, Candlelight will present an ensemble of classical music for 65 mesmerizing minutes.
More information about all the concerts you can find out on this site.
14-15. Tubing at Bryant Park and Aviator Sports Center
From 17 January to 28 February, tubing can again be enjoyed at Bryant Park Winter Village. Restrictions apply: by age - from 7 years old and height - at least 106 cm. You can reserve a seat in advance, one session will cost $ 15.
If you're looking for crowd-less entertainment, the Aviator Sports Center in Brooklyn is also available for a ride this season. Sessions run from Friday to Sunday and last 15 minutes. Cost - $ 13. It is better to book places in advance (reservation closes at midnight before your visit).
- No Pants Subway Ride
This year, on January 12, No Pants Subway Ride will take place in the subway. This is an event during which you can maximize your courage by visiting the metro in your underwear.
17-23. Visit New York's Winter Bars and Restaurants
Every year, New York turns into a winter wonderland. Transformations apply to a number of bars and restaurants. Here are some of the most impressive this month:
- 230 Fifth Rooftop Igloo Bar;
- The Lodge at Gallow Green;
- Ophelia Rooftop;
- East Village Tavern;
- Après Arlo;
- Midwinter Night's Dream at PHD Terrace, Dream Midtown;
- The Winter Rose Garden at The Lobby Bar, Dream Downtown.
- Visit one of the ice skating parties
Get ready for a journey into the past by skating in the 1980s style at the Roller Disco Brunch Party. The event will take place at various locations throughout the city. Starting January 18, the first few will be held at Schimanski's famous Brooklyn restaurant; there will be a retro disco, delicious treats and drinks.
These epic ice skating parties are much more than your average Sunday brunch where you sit with friends at the table and just have a drink. Here you can go to the skating rink and have fun with professional roller dancers, DJ music and, of course, brunch.
Ticket price includes a two-hour party visit, brunch and drinks you can purchase on site. You can also rent skates, but feel free to bring your own. Sessions will be held every two hours from 12 to 18 pm, tickets are already on sale.
- Take a ride on a giant swing with a highlight on Broadway
On January 6, a huge, lighted swing will be installed on Broadway in the Garment District Plazas between 37th and 38th Streets. The quarter is closed to the New York City Department of Transportation, so you can enjoy the interactive art installation called Impulse as much as you like.
There is one clarification: you will need a companion to balance the other end of the swing (as in childhood). During swinging, festive music will play. This way you can create your own show.
- Visit North America's Largest Winter Lantern Festival
Winter is a magical time of year in New York, and the Hello Panda Festival - the largest lantern festival in North America - has officially kicked off.
The first ever Hello Panda festival will cover Citi Field until the end of January. Here you can view more than 120 spectacular lantern displays. For example, huge creations - an 18-meter Christmas lantern on a tree (the tallest lantern in North America), life-size dinosaurs, a panda tunnel almost 30 meters long. Handcrafted by 60 world renowned artists, the lanterns illuminate the park with more than 10 million individual lights.
