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View as a gridThe Best Stuff to Do for Free in NYC This Winter
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While our city never falls short of activities like cool things to do, ice skating, or booze-free events, all of that comes with a price tag. And as we enter the new year with the mission of being our best selves, which includes less Venmo-ing through these wild times of inflation, we're brushing up on all the best ways to have fun for free around New York City.
A Fun Guide to Dry January and a Booze-Free Winter 2023 in NYC
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Now that we've entered into our "new year, new-selves" era, many of us find ourselves embarking on the age-old tradition of Dry January. And whether it's to hit the pause button on post-holiday indulgences or to simply take a break from drinking in general, here in New York City, there are loads of activities perfectly designed for an alcohol-free month (or season).
The Best Bakeries & a Can't-Miss Holiday Rom-Com According to Shay Mitchell
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Playing off a shared love of baked goods and how they can bring us together during the holidays, Thrillist asked Shay Mitchell to spill her favorite bakeries in her home country of Canada and her current base of Los Angeles.
Cool NYC Small Businesses to Support by Shopping Local
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Even within a major metropolis like New York City, a stroll around any local neighborhood throughout the five boroughs will spotlight the following: our beloved small businesses are the vital bedrocks of creativity, heart, and joy in the communities they serve.
What to See, Eat, and Do in the East Village in NYC
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Since becoming its own neighborhood in the 1960s, the East Village in New York City has blossomed into a downtown epicenter of cool where eccentricity and nightlife flourish. These days, as home to top city restaurants and inimitable cultural hubs like Little Ukraine (along with being a fave for generations of new college students from nearby universities to live out their NYC-main-character moments), the neighborhood carries on its stylish and bohemian legacy.
Cool Places to Experience NYC's Thriving Latino Culture
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Across our beautiful city, nearly 2.5 million Latino New Yorkers-many tracing their ancestry to countries like Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Ecuador, Colombia, and more-create an intricate mosaic of cultures, cuisines, identities, and traditions.
My Day Off: TikTok Bestie and Pop-Culture Connoisseur Tefi Pessoa's Guide to Brooklyn
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ince posting her first TikTok in 2020, charming online personality Estefanía Vanegas Pessoa, aka Tefi, has enthralled the internet with her pop-culture expertise, approachable vibe, and BFF-worthy advice. When she’s not traveling around the world or attending glamorous events, the Miami native kicks back in her favorite Brooklyn neighborhoods: Williamsburg, East Williamsburg, and Bushwick.
Seasonal: The Coolest Things to Do in NYC This Fall Season
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When that Tuesday after Labor Day hits, New Yorkers are already fully committed to stanning fall.
And on top of delving into the quintessential aesthetic of cable knit sweaters, leaf peeping, and apple picking while breathing in that crisp Upstate New York air, we’re also kicking seasonal activities up a notch with everything that’s pumpkin spice adjacent (we’ll pass on the actual flavor though).
Find Your Next Read at These Independent Bookstores in NYC
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There's an undeniable romance to picking up a physical copy of a book and settling into a cozy spot for a good read. So, although we live in the age of e-readers and power-scrolling on our phones, there's a permanent place in our hearts for the charming crew of independently run bookstores scattered across NYC.
Get Your Groove on at the Best Roller Skating Rinks in NYC
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It's official: we're currently living in a nostalgia era. And along with Y2K fits and must-try new groovy '70s themed restaurants like Peachy Keen-thanks to talented influencers like the Berlin-based Oumi Janta or our very own resident Central Park Dance Skaters Association (which has linked up almost every weekend since 1995)-roller skating is also having its moment as one of the hottest trends on TikTok.
Where to Go Thrifting for Y2K Fits and Vintage Threads in NYC
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Whether you've found yourself diving head first into Y2K-era trucker hats and low-rise pants or tend to keep it timeless with classic staple pieces, a bit of nostalgia is the coolest way to complete any stylish fit. This is also true when it comes to expanding your wardrobe.
The Best NYC Rooftop Bars for Golden Hour Hangs
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The craving for chilled cocktails, a solid dose of vitamin D, and immaculate views is a bonafide guarantee this time of year-and lucky for us, NYC's rooftop bar scene thrives during the summer.
Dance the Night Away at the Coolest Clubs in NYC
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When you're on the hunt for good beats that rattle the building, flashing lights, and steamy air courtesy of heavy-handed fog machines, New York City is most certainly not at a loss for hot nightlife spots.
The Coolest Art Exhibits to Check Out in NYC Right Now
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Although a summer spent enduring piles of garbage bags on the street and slowly sputtering AC units doesn't exactly line up with the romanticized idea of the Big Apple, as New Yorkers, we can always count on the city's unmatched art scene to pull us out of any funk.
My Day Off: Loveable TikTok Star Eric Sedeño's Guide to the West Side
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To many TikTok users, Eric Sedeño has become widely known by his handle: Rico Taquito (with honorable mention to his nickname, Thicky Ricky). When he’s not working as an art director or completing various TikTok duties, Sedeño adores his free days and nights where he can explore his three favorite Manhattan neighborhoods: Chelsea, the Meatpacking District, and the West Village.
First Look: Central Park Welcomes an Outpost of Beloved Harlem Standby Melba's Restaurant
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In collaboration with the recently debuted program-the transformation of Wollman Rink into a retro 1970s-inspired roller rink experience with live music, DJ sets, art installations, and live performances-the spot's concise menu will combine cheeky nods to disco with Southern comfort food classics.
15 Historic LGBTQIA+ Sites in NYC You Need to Visit
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In a city so pivotal to the LGBTQIA+ movement, embarking on a journey across NYC to connect with our vibrant queer communities and discover the sites of groundbreaking moments in history can provide for a truly moving experience. From longtime beloved bars across the boroughs to decades-old organizations and resource hubs, since NYC was first founded in the 17th century, these places have served as safe havens dedicated to the health, wellness, and joy to those who don’t identify with heteronormative society.
12 Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in NYC This Year
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Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates the day in 1865 when a group of enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally learned that they were free from the institution of slavery-nearly two and half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.
Along with supporting Black-owned restaurants across the boroughs (all year round, of course!) and partaking in the upcoming Black Restaurant Week from June 17 to July 3 (be sure to check out 67 Orange), there are plenty of festivities dedicated to this important day.
16 Essential AAPI-Owned Businesses in NYC
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Nestled throughout the five boroughs, some of the most lauded and trailblazing Asian-owned businesses in the nation proudly call NYC home. Currently, 1.3 million AAPI New Yorkers make up 15% of the city's population-with many tracing their ancestry to countries like China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Polynesia-and their impact on communities here is both vast and indelible.
The Beloved Queens Night Market Offers an Affordable Taste of the Borough
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Like clockwork, each year when the calendar flips to May, masses of New Yorkers can be seen flocking to Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens. Here, the object of affection and star of the show is the Queens Night Market.
First Look: Yakitori Fare Shines at a New 14-Seat Tasting Menu in Chinatown
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For drinks, there's a lengthy selection of Japanese whisky, shochu, and sake to peruse along with specialty cocktails like the ATS (tequila, tare sauce, lime, agave) and Ero (vodka, sparkling wine, mandarin orange, vanilla). is open Monday-Saturday with two nightly seatings at 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Reservations can be made via .
World-Renowned Copenhagen Restaurant Noma Announces Upcoming NYC Dinner Series
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The latest must-have reservation for New Yorkers to covet has hit the town with the announcement that Copenhagen-based Noma is hosting a five-night dinner series this May taking place in DUMBO, Brooklyn. First opened in 2003 and currently holding the title for the fifth time as the No.
First Look: This Nostalgic New Brooklyn Restaurant Is a Love Letter to the Midwest
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Helmed by beverage director Andrew Zerrip (Olmsted, Maison Yaki), the drink menu touts whimsical cocktails named after nostalgic school events like the Spring Fling (tequila, dry sherry, grapefruit, mint) and Ditch Day (rum, banana, lemon, egg white), alongside Midwestern brewery-sourced beers, and natural wines.