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Baked By Melissa cupcakes stacked with tabasco sauce

Baked By Melissa teams up with TABASCO for spicy Valentine’s Day cupcake collaboration

Posted on January 17, 2025

Your ex could be a member of the Rat Roster basketball team.

Holidays

Here’s how you can name your ex after a rat this Valentine’s Day

Posted on January 17, 2025

Testing 1,2,3! Hosts of New York's New Year's Eve iconic ball drop ran their final test ahead of Wednesday's festivities.

New Year’s Eve: Testing the ball drop at Times Square ahead of ‘the best night of the year’

Posted on December 30, 2024

Loews Regency holiday events

Shop, sip & savor the season: Holiday magic at Loews Regency New York Hotel

Posted on December 30, 2024

Visitors celebrated Good Riddance Day, saying goodbye to unpleasant memories of 2024.

Good riddance! New Yorkers and tourists in Times Square say goodbye to problems of 2024 ahead of new year

Posted on December 29, 2024

New York State warns New Yorkers to be aware of stores' refund and return policies this holiday season.

Shopping

What you need to know about to refunds and returns in New York

Posted on December 24, 2024

Harlem holiday party for kids

Harlem’s 28th Precinct brings holiday cheer to community

Posted on December 24, 2024

NY: Maimonides Pediatric Hematology & Oncology department hosts holiday event

Brooklyn Paper

Maimonides’ holiday party brings comfort and cheer to pediatric patients

Christmas tree, snow and New York City

Holidays

Christmas carol crawl: New York’s connection to your favorite holiday songs

Posted on December 24, 2024

New York Niko raised money for charity with Niko's Closet.

Holidays

Nico’s Closet 6 raises $15k for charity, a holiday tradition

Posted on December 20, 2024

POW performs at Z100 Jingle Ball in Midtown.

NYC Neighborhoods

Z100 brings holiday magic with free Midtown concert and giveaways

Posted on December 19, 2024

The 2025 numerals arrived in Times Square on Dec. 18.

Holidays

Iconic ‘2025’ numerals arrive in Times Square, starting the countdown to the New Year

Posted on December 18, 2024

Kwanzaa Events in New York 2022

New York Family

14 Awesome Kwanzaa Events in New York City 2024

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New York Family

8 Hanukkah-Themed Gift Ideas

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New York Family

7 Great Secondhand Marketplaces to Shop This Holiday Season

Mariah Carey has a strong influence over Christmas in NYC.

Holidays

The ‘Mariah Careyfication’ of Christmas in NYC

Posted on December 16, 2024

tuba players at tuba christmas in rockefeller center

Tuba Christmas rings in holiday cheer at Rockefeller Center

Posted on December 16, 2024

Thousands of Yuletide revelers participated in 2024 SantaCon NYC.

Holidays

Nice and naughty: SantaCon NYC brings thousands of revelers to soak up the boozy decadence

Posted on December 15, 2024

prospect park fireworks

Brooklyn Paper

Prospect Park to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a ‘spectacular light display,’ rather than fireworks, as drought continues

the brooklyn nutcracker rehearsals

Brooklyn Paper

In ‘The Brooklyn Nutcracker,’ a ballet classic becomes an ode to the neighborhood

Dyker Lights 2023

Brooklyn Paper

Where to see the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights: A guide to Brooklyn’s brightest holiday displays

The New York Nutcracker is back by popular demand on Dec. 20.

Holidays

‘The New York Nutcracker’ to return with burlesque twist on classic Christmas tale

Posted on December 11, 2024

Elf on the Shelf Pets

New York Family

Holiday Gift Guide 2024: Top Toys for Kids of All Ages

Santa at unique Manhattan toy store with kids

Spreading holiday joy: Unique Manhattan ‘toy store’ helps restore the spirit of the season

Posted on December 9, 2024

New York Family Christmas

New York Family

A Very Merry New York Family Holiday Guide

Rockefeller center christmas tree

Holidays

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lights with over 50,000 LEDs in star-studded snowy event

Posted on December 6, 2024

Young girl visiting Santa, whispering into Santas ear

Minority-owned developer to host Breakfast with Santa event with giveaways and prizes for NYCHA residents

Posted on December 6, 2024

La Fuerza made its mark on the Dora the Explorer float at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Business

The Macy’s parade brought ‘La Fuerza’ Latina to the stage

Posted on December 3, 2024

Rockettes at Christmas Spectacular holiday show

Broadway

10 holiday shows in NYC not to miss this season

Posted on December 1, 2024

Medium wide shot of family putting freshly cut Christmas tree on roof of car on winter afternoon

Holidays

Where to cut your own Christmas tree near New York City

Posted on November 30, 2024

A young boy sits on Santa Claus' lap by a decorated Christmas tree in his living room. Santa has a real beard and the child looks at him with wonder, awe, and a hint of excitement.

Holidays

Here’s where you can take a photo with Santa Claus in and around NYC

Posted on November 29, 2024

Goku stars in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

SEE IT: Spectators brave the rain to watch 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Posted on November 28, 2024

The Blizz at 57th Street is at Nordstrom NYC.

Holidays

Nordstrom’s NYC flagship brings interactive winter wonderland to store

Posted on November 28, 2024

General view of holiday celebrations at Macy's Herald Square on November 21, 2024 in New York City.

Holidays

Macy’s Santaland is back for the holidays

Posted on November 28, 2024

Shot of happy multi-generation family gathering for Thanksgiving meal at dining table. Cheerful family having dinner or lunch with roast turkey.

Holidays

Making the holiday your own this year: Tips for how to throw your own Friendsgiving dinner all season long

Posted on November 27, 2024

At food drive, poor female wheelchair user receives free food and provisions. Multiethnic volunteers in blue t-shirt distributing fresh fruits and hot meals to less privileged. Close-up, tripod.

How hungry New Yorkers can stay fed during the holiday season and beyond

Posted on November 27, 2024

Bluey stars in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Holidays

Here’s what you need to know about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year

Posted on November 27, 2024

Rockefeller Center tree lighting

Rockefeller Center tree lighting: Everything you need to know about the grand holiday celebration

Posted on November 27, 2024

A far shot showing Saks window display lit up at night.

Holidays

This holiday season’s Saks window display celebrates a century with style

Posted on November 26, 2024

Red Hook teen leading "the nutcracker"

Brooklyn Paper

Red Hook teen ballerina to lead ‘The Nutcracker’ at Lincoln Center

Union Square Holiday Market as seen from above

Holidays

A holiday feast at Union Square: Savor the season with a market meal

Posted on November 26, 2024

The New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show is back in action.

Holidays

A magical world of trains and nature awaits at NYBG

Posted on November 26, 2024

The National Thanksgiving Turkeys Blossom and Peach roam the South Lawn ahead of their pardoning by U.S. President Joe Biden during the annual ceremony on the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, U.S., November 25, 2024.

Holidays

Biden pardons turkeys Peach and Blossom during final Thanksgiving event

Posted on November 26, 2024

Members of the FDNY hand out turkeys in Manhattan.

Holidays

NYPD, FDNY assists 77WABC Radio in handing out 10,000 turkeys for those in need

Posted on November 25, 2024

Fifth Avenue Snowflake lit up for the holidays

Fifth Avenue rings in the holiday season with lighting of iconic snowflake

Posted on November 25, 2024

Met Council and pols with Thanksgiving food items donated to needy

Politics

Giving back: Met Council, pols pack Thanksgiving meals for those in need in Kips Bay

Posted on November 24, 2024

The Christmas Tree overlooking The Rink at Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park NYC.

A jolly good time! Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park and holiday market set to dazzle guests once again for 2024 festive season

Posted on November 23, 2024

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Brooklyn Paper

Serving up hope: Local leaders and orgs give back with turkey giveaways ahead of Thanksgiving

More from around NYC

Naveed Hamilton, 9, was last seen Sunday wearing dark gray sweatpants, red Crocs, a light blue fleece, and a black jacket.

9-year-old Bronx boy missing since Sunday morning, police say

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Man found stabbed to death at a Queens Village psychiatric facility Monday morning: NYPD

to protect serve and understand police program at the irondale

‘To Protect, Serve, and Understand’: The Irondale marks 10 years of landmark program connecting police and the public

US Associate Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito, Jr., Clarence Thomas, and Brett Kavanaugh and U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts look on during inauguration ceremonies in the Rotunda of the US Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.

Supreme Court may decide if parents can ‘opt out’ children from LGBTQ content in public schools