The 17th Annual Holiday Train Show is open at Grand Central Terminal, and it's FREE once again this year. These are classic, vintage Lionel Trains which run on eight separate loops of track through a 34-foot long miniature New York City scene, at the New York Transit Museum Gallery Annex and Store in GCT. The vintage trains are from the museum's collection, and will … [Read more...]
NYC Free & Cheap This Week Aug. 27-31
So much to do, so little time. Here are some of the best FREE things to do in NYC this final week of August and the official end of summer, plus some cheap events. So, put these on your calendar for the week, and get more NYC for less money with NYC on the Cheap. Through Friday This 10th anniversary Met Opera Summer HD Festival features ten performances from the Met’s Live in HD series of … [Read more...]
NYC Free & Cheap This Week August 20-24
So much to do, so little time. Here are some of the best FREE things to do in NYC this week, plus some cheap events, including outdoor concerts and outdoor dancing. Put these on your calendar for the week, and get more NYC for less money with NYC on the Cheap. Let's Look Good 200 Years of American Style - Brooks Brothers is celebrating its milestone anniversary with a FREE exhibit of 200 … [Read more...]
NYC Free: Taste of the Terminal in GCT
Taste of the Terminal is an annual event with FREE samples from vendors in Grand Central Terminal, free entertainment and more. This year's three day event is super-special because it celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that saved Grand Central from being torn down. Anniversary photo installation*, featuring archival images from New York Transit Museum … [Read more...]
NYC Free: Annual Jane’s Walk Guided Tours
Celebrate NYC this weekend with more than 200 FREE guided walking tours in all five boroughs. It's the annual Jane's Walk NYC, recognizing the contributions of visionary preservationist and urban planner Jane Jacobs, whose work changed the way the world views and understands cities. Simply, she helped make New York and other cities around the world more livable. The free Jane's Walk NYC … [Read more...]
National Beer Day Deals at GCT
Celebrate National Beer Day on Saturday, April 7, with $3 beers and other special deals and discounts at the shops and restaurants at Grand Central Terminal. Some deals are available Friday and Sunday, too, and include foods that pair well with beer. In alphabetical order, because that's the only fair way: SEE ALSO Best outdoor beer gardens in NYC Beer Table To Go - 20 percent off all … [Read more...]
NYC Free: Guided Walking Tours
Take a tour of the sights, sounds and tastes of NYC with one or more of these FREE guided walking tours through NYC's diverse neighborhoods, parks and iconic historic buildings. Whether you are a lifetime resident, newcomer or tourist, there's something to enjoy, and learn. Many of these tours are completely free, or tip-based, and all are guided by dedicated and knowledgeable volunteers and … [Read more...]
Best NYC Holiday Markets
It's beginning to look a lot like you-know-what. Save the airfare to Europe's famous Christmas Markets to shop New York City's enticing array of handcrafted items for yourself or for gifting, at Holiday Markets throughout town. First, some "limited edition" holiday crafts shows open only for a day or two, then the ones open through Christmas, even beyond New Year's. The American Fine Crafts … [Read more...]
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