Popular New York City Events

New York City has an incomparable mix of cultures, people, and traditions. It is a city that never sleeps. If somebody claims that everything happens in New York City, virtually no one will dispute it. Thus, your plans to visit New York City should not just be about touring and hopping from one subway station to another. Your vacation plans should also include seeing some of the most popular New York City Events.

The New York Film Festival

Film fanatics are a dime a dozen but great films are rare. The world’s greatest films are showcased and honored during the New York Film Festival in October. It is one of the New York City events that are anticipated by the whole world. To see this event, you must obtain tickets months ahead.

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is one of the New York City events that are broadcasted on national television. Reputed to be Broadway’s longest running show, the parade features famous blown up balloons of Disney characters and intricately designed huge floats that carry singers, dancers, and film stars. It is free to see this event but you need to come in early because of the big crowd that this New York City event draws every year.

Cinema Village

If you are looking for New York City events that feature foreign films and films produced by independent filmmakers, the place to go is the Cinema Village. Located at 22 East 12th Street, this building features films that will never be shown anywhere else. So what’s so special about the Cinema Village? You need to attend an event during opening weekends so you will also meet and get to talk to film directors.

Cinema Village

The New York Philharmonic Concert

The New York Philharmonic orchestra provides the world’s best musical performances. This is why the concerts are one of the most sought-after New York City events. The orchestra usually performs from September to June at the Avery Fisher Hall located in the Lincoln Center. If your family could not manage to get concert tickets, it is a good idea to visit the Big Apple during summer, when this world-class orchestra plays for free at different parks around New York.

The Nutcracker

No other performing group can produce a more memorable version of The Nutcracker than the New York City Ballet. Considered as one of the most anticipated and most popular New York City events during the holidays, the Nutcracker can be seen at the New York State Theater at 155 West 65th Street. Tickets are often sold out so make plans to buy these several weeks ahead. For actual performance dates, see the official website of the New York City Ballet.

The Carnegie Hall Concerts

Located at 881 Seventh Avenue, the Carnegie Hall hosts the world’s most incredible musical performances. The concerts primarily feature classical music and feature international musicians. A musician who gets invited to play at the Carnegie Hall is recognized as one of the most successful ones. If you wanted to experience classical music at its best, see one of the concerts at the Carnegie Hall.

Inside Carnegie Hall

6 Must-See New York City Attractions

Have you ever been on vacation and realized, as you are going home, that you haven’t really seen the most important tourist attractions? This type of experience will most likely happen during your New York City vacation.

The Big Apple simply has too many attractions and events. To experience them all, you might need to come back again and again. But during your first short visit, here are six New York City attractions that you must include in your itinerary. Even if you missed other New York City attractions, visiting these six places means that you’ve made it here.

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Important New York City Travel Tips: Getting Around the City

NYC yellow taxi cabs.

The real fun in New York City travel is getting around the city. There is an intangible but strong sense of accomplishment in being able to go from one destination to another within this almost intimidating maze of the Big Apple.

Fortunately, there are several methods of getting around New York City. There are buses, taxis, and the world famous subway. Tourists may want to consider renting their own car but for very short distances, walking is highly recommended.

Here are several important tips to remember when you use any of these methods.

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Fashion Week To Move?

Fashion Week Tents at Bryant Park

It has been rumored that organizers of New York fashion week are going to announce that next year, Fashion Week will be moving from Bryant Park (where Fashion Week has been held for the last 15 years) to Lincoln Center.

Apparently, park management has been complaining for years about the invitation-only shows had grown too large and were restricting access to the park. Although Fashion Week was welcomed in 1993, when it started, there have been many clashes between Fashion Week organizers and the park’s management company.

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Runaway Reviews Part Two

Lacoste at fashion week 2010

Peter Som
Peter Som was once a cocktail and evening man, but if the last three collections are any indication, the designer is hell-bent on becoming a day dresser. The term “quirky,” though overused, is an apt way to describe Fall, which is governed by a mish-mash of brights and prints and textures and sparkles and even fur. It’s a complicated look, even for Margot Tenenbaum. But daring sophisticates are sure to love the neon furs, floor-grazing chiffon skirts and slim-fit cardigans, which are best worn belted. But this is one designer who can really cut …continue reading

Runaway Reviews

A model walks wearing Vera Wang

Vera Wang
Dark was light and airy at Vera Wang’s runway show as the designer celebrated the midnight hour. The collection was an exploration of black as more than just a color, but rather its inherent texture, volume, composition and sensibility. Wang illustrated a dark romance, roughing up her scalloped organza and wool crepe gown with a slight, disheveled touch. Jet black tulle and feathers felt playful, while long gloves and bold, detailed shoulders were sophisticated and powerful. While glamorous to the end, Wang did tone down the opulence, opting for black twill jackets and …continue reading

Fashion Week Helps Haiti

Models walk for Haiti

(NEW YORK) As Fashion Week rolls on, so do the efforts to support the people of Haiti. Last night, the tents were buzzing with excitement and anticipation, as it was clear that Naomi Campbell was in the house. The super’s massive charity fashion show, Fashion for Relief, promised to feature a slew of chicsters in designs which will all be auctioned off at Net-A-Porter beginning March 15th. Campbell spearheaded the show, as friends and supporters including fellow models, fashion designers, actors and musicians stomped down the runway in designer looks put together by Rachel Zoe.

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Fashion Week Schedule

This is the schedule for NY Mercades-Benz Fashion Week:

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 11, 2010

9 AM
MACKAGE
SALON

10 AM
BCBGMAXAZRIA
TENT

11 AM
RICHARD CHAI
PROMENADE

1 PM
DUCKIE BROWN
SALON

2 PM
TONI MATICEVSKI
Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street

3 PM
PORTS 1961
PROMENADE

5:30 – 7:30 PM
LA PERLA
540 West 26th Street

6 PM
FARAH ANGSANA
SALON

7 PM
THE HEART TRUTH’S RED DRESS COLLECTION 2010
TENT

8 PM
MIK CIRE by ERIC KIM
Promenade

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2010

9 AM
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