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See inside The Travel Agency's trippy new dispensary in Soho
The Travel Agency has been one of our favorite dispensaries in the New York since it debuted in 2023—partially, because...
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Cinco de Mayo 2025 in NYC guide to parties, deals and businesses to support
Mexican culture has contributed so much more to New York City than cheap margarita deals, which is why this Cinco de Mayo, we're highlighting...
Art
See stunning portraits of Michelle Obama, Breonna Taylor and more in this new Whitney Museum exhibit
Portraits of American First Ladies typically don't tell us much about the personality of the person. Maybe we can see a steely determination in her eyes...
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See inside the new Gotham dispensary opening this month in Chelsea
When it comes to weed shops in New York City, Gotham is just that girl. Ever since they opened their first brick-and-mortar store on the Bowery in...
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Bronx Girls Skate wants skateboarding for all
In 2017, Kava Vasquez, a Dominican girl from the Bronx, received a government grant to travel the world for a year and conduct research on a topic of...
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Art
Incredible immersive experiences to do in NYC right now
These immersive art exhibits in NYC promise to transport you inside fine art, into your favorite pop culture moments, and thousands of years back in time.
Art
The best outdoor art in NYC this spring
Check out our recommendations for the absolute best outdoor art to see around New York City this spring.
Art
There’s a massive, ephemeral mural calling viewers to ‘address hate’ floating down the East River today
“Address Hate” asks viewers for respect and mutual understanding.
Art
A crazy-rare 8-foot-tall crystal is now on view at this Orchard Street gallery
Step inside a crystal wonderland starring a 5,000-pound quartz named Biktor
Art
Storm King Art Center opens for the season with $53 million worth of snazzy improvements
The beloved sculpture park in the Hudson Valley just got its biggest upgrade ever
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Step inside a free immersive wellness experience designed with Gwyneth Paltrow
Admire beautiful flowers on this meditative journey through a Korean forest.
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Domino Park will host an outdoor performing arts series next month—and it's free!
Sugar, Sugar! is taking over the Williamsburg waterfront with jazz, drag, puppets, 'crabaoke' and more
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New York shockingly doesn't have the worst traffic in North America—here's which city does
Turns out, even the Cross Bronx Expressway isn’t the continent’s ultimate bottleneck
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The Empire State Building will shine gold and white tonight to honor the first American Pope
The Vatican uses white smoke, we light the Empire State Building
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Support Black-owned in NYC
Restaurants
Here's how to spend a day in Black-Owned Harlem
The neighborhood stands as an epicenter for Black culture, music and history—here's where you should go to support them.
Restaurants
Here's how to spend a day in Black-owned Flatbush, Brooklyn
Even when the neighborhood isn’t dancing down Eastern Parkway for the West Indian Day Parade, Flatbush is the epicenter of culture and...
Restaurants
Here’s how to spend a day in Black-owned Bedford-Stuyvesant
The neighborhood had one of the earliest free Black communities in the U.S. Today, the neighborhood remains a hub for the culture with stores, restaurants and...
What’s on stage
Music
Lorde announces ‘Ultrasound’ World Tour is coming to NYC—what you need to know
If you're a Lorde fan, your time to shine is fast approaching
Music
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn's lineup of free summer concerts is finally here
Grace Jones, Janelle Monáe, Gogol Bordello and more will take the stage
Theater
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5 Reasons Moulin Rouge! The Musical is still the most spectacular show on Broadway
The Tony-winning show remains one of the most romantic ways to spend a night in New York
Theater
The official 2025 Tony Award nominations (complete list)
A full list of the 2025 nominees for Broadway's biggest prize
Theater
The 2025 TONY* Nominations
The TONY* nominations salute outstanding shows and artists of the 2024–25 Broadway season.
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Theater
Krysta Rodriguez talks ‘Smash’ on Broadway, finding her New York groove and dirty martinis
The Broadway star, currently seen in ‘Smash,’ on why Sardi’s is still the perfect nightcap.
Music
Meet the mariachi using music to uplift New York's Mexican community
Through music, Alvaro Paulino Jr. wants his fellow Mexicans to know they're not alone.
Theater
The best Broadway shows to see right now
Our theater critic names the best Broadway shows that are currently playing in NYC, from new plays to musical classics.
Theater
The top Broadway and off broadway musicals in NYC: complete A-Z list
Our complete A-Z listings of Broadway musicals and Off Broadway musicals will help you find the best musicals in NYC
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Off Broadway shows, reviews, tickets and listings
Here is where to find reviews, details, schedules, prices and ticket information about Off Broadway shows in New York
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Jonathan Mendez is helping put New York's Mexican community on the map
From a food hall that hosts local vendors to lowrider kickbacks, Mexican visibility has become an act of defiance.
Restaurants
This family-run Astoria restaurant nixtamalizes its own corn in the basement
Mayahuel is run by first-generation Mexican immigrants.
Shopping
A longtime Mexican folk art store in NYC is in danger of closing—here’s how you can help
La Sirena is packed with hand-crafted treasures ranging from Frida Kahlo pendants to embroidered clothing to Dia de Los Muertos tributes.
Music
Meet the mariachi using music to uplift New York's Mexican community
Alvaro Paulino Jr.'s mission is to educate New Yorkers about the art form, but also to bring joy to New York’s Mexican community.
Restaurants
Eight Cinco de Mayo food and drink deals to check out in NYC this year
From free margs and tacos to the first-ever Cinco de Mayo gala, here are a few ways to celebrate the holiday in NYC his year.
Movie-going in NYC
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The best drive-in movie theaters in NYC
The nostalgic entertainment form has made its way back into the spotlight.
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The best NYC movie theaters
We’ve assembled a list of the choicest theaters to see that film you've been wanting to see.
Movies
The best dine-in movie theaters in NYC
A new breed of theater offers a proper dining experience that’s convenient and tasty.
Laugh it up in NYC
Comedy
Schtick a Pole in It
You won't believe how seamlessly good comedy can work with pole dancing (you can read about it here). While stellar stand-ups deliver sets, pro dancers...
Comedy
Here’s a sneak peek at NYC comedian Zach Zimmerman's new special
Stream it for free on YouTube.
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Jenny Hagel Gives Advice
Hagel invites the audience to submit questions about their relationships, careers and finances, then she and a guest give their best and most unhinged advice.
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This giant bronze statue of a woman was just installed in the middle of Times Square
Here's the meaning behind it and how long it will be there for.
Art
The 20 Most Famous Paintings of All Time
A ranking of the most famous paintings, from Jan van Eyck’s portrait to Gustav Klimt’s masterpiece.
Art
This bizarre water-spitting sculpture on the High Line lets you soak unsuspecting passersby
Mika Rottenberg’s ‘Foot Fountain (pink)’ sits in all its weird glory at the 30th Street entrance.
Art
A first look at the new botanical Hilma af Klint exhibit at MoMA
These drawings are on display for the very first time.
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The most famous artists of all time
From painting to sculpture, the most famous artists of all time have created the most iconic works in art history
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The top famous sculptures of all time
From pre-history to the 21st century, here are the top famous sculptures of all time.
Art
See inside "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," the Met's new spring exhibit
The Met’s latest fashion exhibit is a sharp, soulful exploration of how Black identity has been tailored, styled and subverted across centuries.
Art
See stunning images by Araki, Japan’s master of erotic photography
Contemporary artist Nobuyoshi Araki's show at Anton Kern Gallery examines eroticism within the context of life and death
Art
NYC art exhibitions we’re most excited about in spring 2025
Coming up: the Frick Collection's reopening, a dazzling exhibit in the Guggenheim's rotunda, a spotlight on Brooklyn artists, a feature on Jane Austen and lots...
Playlist inspiration: the best albums and songs
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The 50 best karaoke songs ever made
Dial up one of the best karaoke songs next time you feel like grabbing a mic and soaking up the spotlight
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The 30 best love songs of all time
Looking for the courage to confess your unrequited love, or just in need of a big old cry? We got you
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The 40 best summer songs of all time
From surf-rock anthems to sweaty hip-hop bangers, these are the most essential summer songs ever made
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The 40 best party songs ever made
It’s party time guys – don your dancing shoes and have your speaker at the ready
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The 50 best sad songs ever written
Because what's the only thing better than a good cry? That's right, it's crying with a soundtrack
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The 60 best sexy songs ever made
From sensual soul to gloriously freaky bangers, these are the perfect sexy songs to set the mood in the bedroom