New York City Events January 2024

NYC January Events, Activities and Things to Do Calendar

Happy New Year! New York City Events January 2024 include catching the last of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular, experiencing epic Jazzfest all night marathons, celebrating and honoring MLK Jr Day, dreams of yachts at the Boat Show and much more.

January offers HUGE savings with Broadway Week, Restaurant Week and NYC Must-Do Week, all part of NYC Winter Outing, January 16-February 4, 2024, and all tickets and reservations open January 9, 2024. NYC Hotel Week runs January 3–February 4, 2024 and reservations open November 14, 2023.

Please check sightseeing and holiday hours for New Years Day (January 1st) and Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, January 15, 2024).

Events that have often been held in January, but this year will be in February include Central Park Winter Jam and Lunar (Chinese) New Year.

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Best NYC January Events 2024

• New York City Broadway Week
• NYC Winter Restaurant Week
• NY Rangers, Knicks, Nets, Islanders
• Disney on Ice
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
• Rockettes Christmas Spectacular
• Dry January Roaring 20s Party
• New York National Boat Show
• Winter Jazzfest
• NYC Ice Skating
• NYBG Holiday Train Show
• NYC Must-Do Week
• NYC Hotel Week

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Holiday Shows in NYC

NYC is home to more special holiday shows this season than EVER before! Tickets are selling fast for the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes®, Cirque du Soleil ‘Twas the Night Before, The Magic Flute and The Nutcracker Ballet. Don’t miss out – now is the time to score the best seats on the best days.

• Rockettes Christmas Spectacular – Nov 8, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025
• Mariah Carey – "Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time" – December 13 @ Prudential Center (NJ), Dec 15 @ UBS Arena , Dec 17 @ Barclays Center

• Annie… – Dec 4 – Jan 5, 2025 @ Hulu Theater at MSG, featuring Whoopi Goldberg as Miss Hannigan beginning Dec 11
• Nutcracker Ballet – Nov 29, 2024–Jan 04, 2025
• The New York Pops: Merry & Bright – December 20, 2024 @ Carnegie Hall
• The Magic Flute – TBD 2024 @ The Metropolitan Opera
• Jingle Ball – TBD 2024, Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Charlie Puth, Backstreet Boys++ @ MSG
• Big Apple Circus – TBD 2024, November 8, 2023 – January 1, 2024
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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting

Wednesday, December 4, 2024
December 4, 2024 - January 11, 2025
Ceremony, 7-9 pm

The Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting is a highlight of every winter in NYC. The unlit tree arrives in November, and after Black Friday and Thanksgiving, the department stores open their famous window holiday displays. However, it is the week after Thanksgiving, when the Rockefeller Center Tree is lit, that represents the true start of Holiday Season in NYC for many New Yorkers.

Check the full NYC Insider Guide to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting:

• On Sale | 2024 Tree Lighting Ceremony Indoor Viewing from 45 Rockefeller Center - Be whisked past security with your NYPD-approved credential letter and up to our private, third-floor retreat to watch the whole ceremony from the eight-foot glass windows in our gala hall. Gourmet food, free-flowing drinks and live entertainment.
• Pending | 4 Hour Private Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Gala - A gala reception at a stunning, private townhouse rooftop with grand views of St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Fifth Avenue. We’ll keep you warm and entertained for hours, with large screens broadcasting the Tree Lighting festivities, incredible food, flowing cocktails, music and dancing, plenty of extraordinary entertainers and our favorite professional photographer will be stationed right in front of the Christmas Tree for formal photos of you and your friends or family.
• Pending | VIP Exclusive New York City Holiday Tree Lighting Gala at Rockefeller Center & Rockettes - same gala as above with a slightly different menu & the next day, enjoy orchestra seats to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular & afterwards a licensed NYC guide will greet you for a fun and memorable walking tour of the Fifth Avenue holiday window displays. The grand finale will be afternoon tea with the Rockettes.

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New York City Broadway Week Winter 2024

January 16-February 4, 2024
Tickets on Sale January 9, 2024

Get two-for-one tickets to some of the City’s hottest Broadway shows including Aladdin, Book of Mormon, Harry Potter, Lion King, Wicked and many more. Check out New York City Broadway Week and get your FREE tickets using code BWAYWK.

Offers are valid January 16-February 4, 2024. Certain terms and conditions may apply. Tickets are subject to availability. “NYC Broadway Week℠” is a service mark of NYC & Company, Inc., and is the original and official Broadway Week.

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NYC Restaurant Week Winter 2024

January 16-February 4, 2024
Reservations open January 9, 2024

Both Winter & Summer Restaurant Weeks were HUGE hits with tons of restaurant choices, so we are thrilled Restaurant Week is returning this winter. The summer program introduced new pricing options ($21, $39, $125), which restaurants offered during meal periods of their choosing (lunch, dinner or both). Restaurant Week is one of my favorite times of the year, since love a good bargain almost as much as I love good food. It almost feels like you’re stealing..only you’re not.

Read more on Restaurant Week New York City with restaurants and our Insider Tips.

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NYC January Sports

Make sure to add a NYC Game Day to your NYC vacation – it’s an absolute MUST in NYC! Winter is the perfect time to head indoors and catch the Knicks, Nets, Rangers @ MSG and NY Islanders @ UBS Arena leave it on all the court or ice!

Knicks MSG Schedule

No matter how they are performing, Knicks games are always a blast and there's nothing like an event at MSG! Come join our NY basketball team live in action at Madison Square Garden, "The World’s Most Famous Arena." Go NYC style with cheap seats, fast paced sports action, hot dogs and beer and cheer on the New York Knicks today! As a general rule, with plenty of exceptions, basketball games start at either 7:30pm or 12:00pm, November through April.

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January 2024 Knicks Games @ MSG

• Mon, Jan 1 3:00 PM vs Minnesota
• Wed, Jan 3 7:30 PM vs Chicago
• Tue, Jan 9 7:30 PM vs Portland
• Mon, Jan 15 3:00 PM vs Orlando
• Thu, Jan 18 7:30 PM vs Washington
• Sat, Jan 20 7:30 PM vs Toronto
• Tue, Jan 23 7:30 PM @ Brooklyn
• Thu, Jan 25 7:30 PM vs Denver
• Sat, Jan 27 3:00 PM vs Miami
• Tue, Jan 30 7:30 PM vs Utah

Rangers MSG Schedule

Get your New York Rangers tickets and schedule to see our NY hockey team live in action at Madison Square Garden. The NY Rangers have made the finals and/or playoffs the last six consecutive seasons. Their games are the easiest sporting events in NYC to attend, right in Midtown Manhattan, a block from the Empire State Building.

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January 2024 Rangers Games @ MSG

• Tues, Jan 02 7:00 PM vs Hurricanes
• Thurs, Jan 04 7:00 PM vs Blackhawks
• Mon, Jan 08 7:00 PM vs Canucks
• Sun, Jan 14 1:00 PM vs Capitals
• Tues, Jan 16 7:00 PM vs Kraken
• Fri, Jan 26 7:00 PM vs Golden Knights

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New York City Hotel Week

January 3–February 4, 2024
Reservations Open November 14, 2023

Hotel Week New York City used to be run by a private company, and offered rooms starting at $100 per night. Starting in 2023, NYC Hotel Week is now run by nyctourism as part of NYC Winter OutingSM and offers 22% off Retail Rates.

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Dry January Roaring 20s Party

January 13, 2024, 7-11pm
Dry January Roaring 20s Party hosted by AFTER Magazine

We’re celebrating the mid-point of Dry January in STYLE at AFTER Magazine’s Dry January Roaring 1920s Party! Bring your friends and anyone you know who is partaking in Dry January, is sober curious, or just looking for a night without booze for an inclusive evening of community, celebration, and fun. Use code AFTER10 for 10% off until Jan 10! Read More: Dry January Roaring 20s Party

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Fun Things to do in New York in Winter

There are so many winter activities in NYC, making it one of the BEST times to visit NYC. Yes, the weather can be cold and wet, so it is a risk. However, there are two huge payoffs, depending on a pre-or post holidays visit. Wondering what do to in New York in winter? Some of our favorite picks are:

• Ice Skating in New York City - Central Park, Rockefeller Center or Bryant Park are not to be missed
• NYC Helicopter Tours - beat the cold weather and see the absolute best NYC views!
• New York City Museums - take in a new exhibit, film or revisit one of your old favorites

See All: Fun Things to do in New York in Winter

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January 2024 New York Concerts, Music & Shows

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Hotels Near Penn Station, NYC

Staying near Penn Station / Madison Square Garden is a great idea when staying late for the Rangers, Knicks or your favorite concert, arrive or leave early via Amtrak or LIRR or just want to stay in a very affordable area of Manhattan steps from the Empire State Building, Macy's and no more than a 15 minute subway ride anywhere in Manhattan. Some of our top picks near Penn Station include:

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Disney on Ice Find Your Hero

Jan 4-7, 2024 @ UBS Arena
Jan 11-15 @ Prudential Center (NJ)
Jan 18-21 @ Barclays Center

Ticket Deals: Disney on Ice

Join the adventure when 50 unforgettable Disney characters skate into New York. Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for non-stop fun when your favorite Disney friends come to life through world-class ice skating. Help Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the Toy Story 4 gang help Forky realize what it means to be a toy. Sing-along with Elsa at the coolest adventure in town and with Timon and Pumbaa to “Hakuna Matata."

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Broadway Shows NYC January 2024

Check out our newest Broadway Shows and top NYC Insider Picks for January!

Back to the Future The Musical

Back to the Future The Musical – Set your destination time, New York, and get ready to make musical theater history. Welcome to Hill Valley! When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past and send himself… back to the future. Previews June 30, Opens Aug 3, 2023. Ages 6+. Tickets already selling through February 2024.

Celebrities on Broadway

• McNeal – Robert Downey Jr. (Sept 5-Nov 4, 2024)
• Our Town – Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes & Zoey Deutch (Sept 17 2024 – Jan 19, 2025)
• Left on Tenth – Julianna Margulies & Peter Gallagher (Sept 26 2024 – Open Run)
• Redwood – Idina Menzel (Jan 24, 2025 – Open Run)
• Good Night, and Good Luck – George Clooney (Spring 2025)
• Othello – Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal (Spring 2025)
• All In: Comedy About Love – John Mulaney (Dec 11, 2024-January 12, 2025) w Renée Elise Goldsberry (December 11-30). Lin-Manuel Miranda (Jan 14- Feb 16, 2025) w Andrew Rannells (January 14-26), Jimmy Fallon (January 28-February 2) ++
• Audra McDonald will take on the legendary role of Rose in Gypsy this fall.
• Scherzinger will bring her acclaimed performance as Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard to Broadway this fall.

See More: List of Broadway Shows and How to See Celebrities in NYC

Full List of Broadway Shows and Discount Broadway Tickets

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Jacuzzi Hotels NYC in Room

Jacuzzi Hotels NYC in room offer travelers a wonderful way to relax and connect after a long day of walking around NYC. Our top picks for in room jacuzzi spa tubs include:

• The Kimberly Hotel - spa suite with a jacuzzi tub and an amazing roofdeck (photo)
• YOTEL at Times Square West - ask for the "The First King Terrace cabin"
• Eventi, a Kimpton Hotel - 'beds are so comfy, the bathroom (with jacuzzi!) was fantastic'

See More: Jacuzzi Hotels NYC in Room and Romantic New York City Hotel Deals

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Winter Jazzfest

Schedule, Line Up and Tickets: winterjazzfest.com

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Monday, January 15, 2024.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a national holiday with all public schools, post offices, and government buildings closed. There are many ways to celebrate the great life of this inspirational man, including: Martin Luther King Weekend in Harlem, Martin Luther King Jr. Day Anti-Hunger Serve-a-thon and often, a Central Park Seneca Village Tour.

Insider Guides: Harlem Neighborhood Guide, Central Park Guide

Why is Seneca Village important? West 82nd to West 89th Streets was the largest New York community of African-American property owners before Central Park was built and displaced them. While there isn’t much we can do about it today, we should all take the time to learn the historical significance and add it to the list of NYC’s "never forgets."

Things to do on MLK Day:

• Central Park Seneca Village Tour
• Martin Luther King Jr. Serve-A-Thon.
• MLK Weekend Events, Concerts & Arts
• Support African American Businesses by Taking a Tour, Eating Out, Shopping or celebrating AA talent on the Great White Way

Tours Open MLK Weekend and/or Day

Broadway Shows Featuring African American Talent (On and Off Stage)

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NYC Insider Print Map and Guide to Manhattan

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New York City Nightlife

How do you make the most of your time in the city that never sleeps?? Some of the best 'only in NYC' nightlife experiences include skyline views, dinner cruises, Museums and attractions open late til 2am, rooftops, night tours, comedy clubs and more. Some of our top NYC Nightlife picks:

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New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

Just like NYC, twinkling lights go on at night with both city and holiday lights. All NYC landmarks and buildings are created entirely from botanical "ingredients" such as, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, poppy pods, pine cones, berries, mushrooms, nuts, bark, leaves twigs and dozens of other plant parts. Humming along between familiar sites such as the Statue of Liberty and Rockefeller Center, large-scale model trains cover a quarter-mile of track to bring life to this traditional holiday landscape. The Holiday Train Show @ NYBG is definitely one of those "not-to-be-missed" and "only in NYC" unique and memory-creating things to do for couples, families and children.

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Secret NYC Insider Tours

Explore our subways secrets with a local guide, go behind-the-scenes at the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, uncover surprising gems and historical tales of Grand Central Station, cocktail your way through Manhattan’s best and most secretive speakeasies and much more!

NYC Winter Bargains and Discounts

NYC is giving away everything this time of year!!! Broadway Week, Restaurant Week and Must See (Attractions) Week are all at the exact same time! Tickets and Reservations all open on January 10, 2023 for these three major events.

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New York National Boat Show

January 24-28, 2024
Jacob Javits Center
11th Avenue at 35th Street

Boating and fishing enthusiasts start their season at the New York National Boat Show. With its 100+ year history, this show is THE place to see the latest and greatest in boating, yachts, cruisers, bass and pontoon boats, canoes and kayaks and fishing boats.

Adult: $20, 12 and younger: FREE when accompanied by an adult. More info: New York National Boat Show.

Hotels Near NYC Javits Center

Coming to town for the Boat Show, Comic Con, Motorcycle Show, NYT Travel Show, BroadwayCon, International Toy Fair, Restaurant and Food, The Auto Show, Chocolate Show or any one of dozens of fashion, technology or other industry shows? If your goal is to work hard, play harder, you'll definitely want to stay as close to the Javits Center as possible. Here are our top picks for Hotels Near NYC Javits Center.

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Get Your January New York City Discount Pass

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January Things to do with Kids in New York

January is chock-full of things to do with Kids in NYC!

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Ice Skating in NYC

Do you like to see? Or be seen? Ice skating at Rockefeller Center is a chance to be in the spotlight; or perhaps, spot a figure skating star. There’s also lots to do around Rockefeller Center, from fabulous shopping to television studio tours, this can be a great way to spend an afternoon in NYC.

Other great skating spots, for those who want a little more ice time and a little less glitz, Lasker and Wollman rinks in Central Park and Winter Village in Bryant Park are great bets. Read more insider tips at our guide to Ice Skating in New York City

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Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

• Best Price Guarantee - best online Madame Tussauds Discounts.
• NY Pass, Go Select Card, Sightseeing Pass - admission included with all
• Madame Tussauds Insider Guide

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Lincoln Center - Opera, Ballet, NY Philharmonic, Jazz, Broadway

You really haven't been to NYC until you experience THE beating heart of our Arts & Culture scene, Lincoln Center, home to the New York Philharmonic, Metropolitan Opera, NYC Ballet, Julliard School, Broadway and so much more. See what NYC's (always amazing) classic cultural scene has to offer while you are here.

More: Lincoln Center Venue Guide

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NYC Airport Guides – LGA, JFK, EWR

Our detailed NYC Airport Guides go in-depth on everything you need to know about each airport. Free shuttles, nearby hotels, Stay & Fly Free Parking, Taxis, Limos, Shuttles, Parking, Cheap Flights and more.

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Ongoing January Events:

• Rock Center Christmas Tree (Jan TBD)
• Rockettes @ Radio City – (Jan 2)
• Ice Skating in New York City (March)
• Holiday Train Show (Jan 15)

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Brooklyn Nets Schedule

The Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center is a true NYC experience. They offer classic Brooklyn foods like Nathan’s hot dogs and Juniors’ cheesecake, and have Jay-Z as a part owner! Jay-Z's 40/40 club in the luxury sections of Barclays center serves drinks until 2am. With 2,000 seats at Barclay's Center costing $25 or less, professional basketball is now available to everyone! See Brooklyn's newest team bring it New York style.

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• Insider Guide: Brooklyn Nets Tickets, Schedule and Directions

Brooklyn Nets Schedule – Home Games January

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Things to Do in NYC by Month

Our Event Calendars show you exactly which events occur by day, but our Things to Do monthly guides highlight seasonal tours, bike rides, best time for boat cruises, when to buy tickets, the biggest sales and all the optimal times to do activities by month. Check out our Monthly Things to do in NYC Guides.

• Things to do in New York in March
• Things to do in New York in April
• Things to do in New York in May
• Things to do in New York in June
• Things to do in New York in September
• Things to do in New York in October
• Things to do in New York in November
• Things to do in New York in December

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Lunar (Chinese) New Year 2024

The Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the spring, the rebirth of the Earth and 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. New York City celebrates the Lunar New Year with a Firecracker Ceremony, Cultural Festival and a New Year Parade followed by another Festival.

Photo © Better Chinatown Society

Lunar New Year's Day Firecracker Ceremony and Cultural Festival
February 10, 2024 | Saturday | 11:00am - 3:30 pm
After the firecrackers, a traditional Lunar New Year practice believed to scare away evil spirits, join the opening ceremonies, a dozen Lion, Dragon and Unicorn dance troupes marching down the main streets of Chinatown. A massive festival in the heart of Chinatown will feature all-day cultural performances by traditional and contemporary Asian and Asian-American signers and dancers, along with promotional booths. Location: Sara Roosevelt Park (Grand & Forsyth St.)

Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade & Festival
February 25, 2024 | Saturday | 1:00pm
A colorful spectacle featuring floats, marching bands, lion and dragon dancers, antique cars, beauty queens, Asian musical performers, magicians and acrobats, and local organizations. Begins in Little Italy and goes through the main streets of Lower Chinatown.

There is also usually a Lunar New Year's Fireworks (& Dinner Cruise) and the NY Philharmonic Lunar New Year Concert and Gala.

More info at Better Chinatown Society and Lunar New Year in New York

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Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Moved to May

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