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Times Square New Year’s Eve 2022

The biggest party on the planet is back, to welcome 2022 in Times Square with confetti, the world-famous Ball Drop, entertainment, silly hats, noisemakers and happy hugs. New this year is that revelers must show proof of full vaccination and a valid photo ID to be admitted through the barricades into the Times Square area "Join the crowd, join the joy, join a historic … [Read more...] about Times Square New Year’s Eve 2022

Smashburger $5 Bacon Burgers at New Times Square Location

Smashburger is celebrating its grand opening at 669 Ninth Avenue in the Times Square/Theater District with $5 single Bacon Burgers all day, Friday, November 12th. Smashburger is known for its signature Certified Angus Beef burgers smashed in the open kitchen easily viewable by customers in line, grilled and crispy chicken sandwiches, turkey and black bean burgers and fresh … [Read more...] about Smashburger $5 Bacon Burgers at New Times Square Location

Where to Eat in Times Square/Theater District at Genuine NYC Restaurants Instead of National Chains

With so many great local and family-owned restaurants in Times Square and the Theater District, NYCOTC remains amazed by visitors who opt for national chains more at home in a suburban shopping mall in Anywhere, USA. Enjoy genuine NYC tastes at these standout homegrown choices, where you will eat better and usually for less money, than at a national chain. Avoid the … [Read more...] about Where to Eat in Times Square/Theater District at Genuine NYC Restaurants Instead of National Chains

Curtain Up! Celebrate Return of Broadway with FREE Performances in Times Square

Curtain up. Light the Lights. Broadway is back, live and in person - and to celebrate, there's a three-day festival of FREE performances in Times Square featuring stars of top Broadway shows. Curtain Up! Broadway is Back is Friday-Sunday, Sept. 17-19, with performances in Duffy Square, near the famous Red Steps. In case you didn't know - the phrase Curtain up! is from the … [Read more...] about Curtain Up! Celebrate Return of Broadway with FREE Performances in Times Square

Giant Ferris Wheel Opens in Times Square

Times Square is getting a giant Ferris wheel, to celebrate NYC's return from the Pandemic, and to welcome tourists to the Crossroads of the World. The 110-foot-tall ride - as tall as an eleven-story building - is being assembled now to begin taking passengers on the ride of their life starting on Tuesday, August, 24, and sure to become NYC's top selfie spot. The Times … [Read more...] about Giant Ferris Wheel Opens in Times Square

NYC Homecoming Week FREE Concerts & Film Screenings

NYC Homecoming Week is a citywide celebration of NYC residents, with more than 100 events in all five boroughs, including FREE theater and dance performances, walking tours and more.  With so many events, we've separated them into categories. This is the list of FREE concerts and movie screenings. It's an incredible collection of local, national and international … [Read more...] about NYC Homecoming Week FREE Concerts & Film Screenings

Good Riddance Day 2020 in Times Square

Say good riddance to bad memories of 2020 to make room for new and better memories in 2021. Shred it and forget it at the annual Good Riddance Day event in Times Square, today, Monday, Dec. 28, because we all want this year to be gone. Some suggestions of what to shred and forget: photos of broken romances, turn-down letter from the co-op board, furlough letter … [Read more...] about Good Riddance Day 2020 in Times Square

NYC Free: Valentine’s Day Vow Renewal in Times Square

What could be more romantic than renewing your vows, especially on Valentine's Day, especially in Times Square. The annual Feb. 14th ceremony is FREE and open to couples of all ages, genders, religions, races and backgrounds, including visitors to NYC. The group Vow Renewal ceremony is at 6pm, after the Valentine's Day Wedding Ceremonies have finished. You must … [Read more...] about NYC Free: Valentine’s Day Vow Renewal in Times Square

NYC Free: Valentine Hearts in Times Square 2020

Many of us lose our hearts in NYC. Find yours in Times Square at the annual Valentine Heart exhibit. 2020 is the 12th annual Times Square Valentine Heart Design Competition. This year's competition was was curated by Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. Called Heart Squared, it is being unveiled at 11am on January 30 at Father Duffy Square, between 46th and 47th … [Read more...] about NYC Free: Valentine Hearts in Times Square 2020

NYC Free: Valentine’s Day Wedding in Times Square

What could be more romantic than getting married on Valentine's Day, especially in Times Square. And the ceremony is FREE and open to couples of all ages, genders, religions, races and backgrounds, including visitors to NYC. Wedding ceremonies are scheduled between 11am and 2pm on Friday, Feb. 14 in the heart of Times Square. Ceremonies will take place near the Twelth … [Read more...] about NYC Free: Valentine’s Day Wedding in Times Square