What to do in New York in January 2025
Highlight of the month
Go ice skating in New York
Head to one of the ice skating rinks in New York and enjoy a fun winter’s day.
Eric’s Tips
New York in January is cold and often covered in snow. So plan your activities accordingly! A perfect month for attending a sports game, both the ice hockey and basketball seasons are in full swing. The Hop on Hop off bus is great for exploring the city. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in January 2025
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Choose from the many venues and artists performing in New York.
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Discover the best ice skating rinks in New York City.
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Basketball is one of the sports in New York! Why not visit a New York Knicks game.
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See the NY Rangers play in Madison Square Garden. Great atmosphere, tasty hotdogs!
1 Jan
Wednesday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A true must-do in December! Each year, the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn go all out to transform their homes into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
1 Jan
Wednesday
New Year's Day
Start off the year with a great view of the city from the Top of the Rock, take a walk in Central Park, visit one of the iconic museums or a Broadway show.
1 Jan
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 17:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 14:00, 17:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
1 Jan
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 16:00, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £38.20
1 Jan
Wednesday
New York Knicks vs. Utah Jazz
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £209.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £209.00
2 Jan
Thursday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A true must-do in December! Each year, the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn go all out to transform their homes into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
2 Jan
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
2 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
2 Jan
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £35.03
2 Jan
2 Jan
2 Jan
2 Jan
2 Jan
2 Jan
Thursday
New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £61.00
3 Jan
Friday
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
A true must-do in December! Each year, the residents of affluent neighbourhood Dyker Heights in Brooklyn go all out to transform their homes into amazing, over-the-top Christmas spectacles. To see these extravagantly decorated houses yourself, it's best to book a Dyker Heights Christmas Lights tour.
3 Jan
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
3 Jan
3 Jan
3 Jan
Friday
PBR - Unleash The Beast
A typical American experience: see professional Cowboys and Bullriders trying to stay on a bull as long as possible
Start time: 19:45 | Sports | Starting at £36.00
Start time: 19:45 | Sports | Starting at £36.00
3 Jan
3 Jan
4 Jan
4 Jan
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
4 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
4 Jan
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 16:30, 18:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 21:00 | Starting at £43.47
4 Jan
4 Jan
4 Jan
4 Jan
Saturday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Philadelphia 76ers
Be on the lookout for Olympic gold medalist Joel Embiid playing for Philadelphia 76ers!
Start time: 18:00 | Basketball | Starting at £47.00
Start time: 18:00 | Basketball | Starting at £47.00
4 Jan
Saturday
PBR - Unleash The Beast
A typical American experience: see professional Cowboys and Bullriders trying to stay on a bull as long as possible
Start time: 19:45 | Sports | Starting at £42.00
Start time: 19:45 | Sports | Starting at £42.00
4 Jan
5 Jan
Sunday
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5 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
5 Jan
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 17:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 14:00, 17:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
5 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
5 Jan
5 Jan
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £38.20
5 Jan
Sunday
PBR - Unleash The Beast
A typical American experience: see professional Cowboys and Bullriders trying to stay on a bull as long as possible
Start time: 14:45 | Sports | Starting at £41.00
Start time: 14:45 | Sports | Starting at £41.00
6 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
6 Jan
6 Jan
6 Jan
Monday
New York Knicks vs. Orlando Magic
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £103.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £103.00
6 Jan
7 Jan
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
7 Jan
7 Jan
7 Jan
8 Jan
8 Jan
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £35.03
8 Jan
8 Jan
Wednesday
New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £93.00
Start time: 19:00 | Basketball | Starting at £93.00
8 Jan
9 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
9 Jan
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 14:00, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £35.03
9 Jan
Thursday
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £123.00
9 Jan
9 Jan
10 Jan
Friday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Adele
Church of the Heavenly Rest | Start time: 21:15 | Concerts
10 Jan
10 Jan
10 Jan
10 Jan
Friday
New York Knicks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £174.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £174.00
11 Jan
Saturday
Reverse Manhattanhenge
Possibly the most 'Instagrammable' sky phenomenon of the year, as the sunrise aligns with the east–west streets of Manhattan.
11 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
11 Jan
11 Jan
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 18:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 21:00 | Starting at £43.47
11 Jan
11 Jan
11 Jan
Saturday
New Jersey Devils vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £49.00
11 Jan
Saturday
St. Johns Red Storm vs. Villanova Wildcats
Start time: 19:00 | Sports | Starting at £102.00
11 Jan
12 Jan
Sunday
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12 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
12 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
12 Jan
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £38.20
12 Jan
12 Jan
12 Jan
Sunday
New York Knicks vs. Milwaukee Bucks
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 15:00 | Basketball | Starting at £172.00
Start time: 15:00 | Basketball | Starting at £172.00
12 Jan
13 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
13 Jan
13 Jan
Monday
New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £102.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £102.00
14 Jan
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
14 Jan
14 Jan
Tuesday
New Jersey Devils vs. Florida Panthers
🏆 Don't miss out on seeing the NHL Champions of last season in action!
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £24.00
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £24.00
14 Jan
14 Jan
14 Jan
15 Jan
Wednesday
National Bagel Day
It's National Bagel Day today! Pay a visit to one of my favourite bagel places in town to celebrate this New York classic.
15 Jan
15 Jan
15 Jan
16 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
16 Jan
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 14:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:30 | Starting at £38.20
16 Jan
16 Jan
16 Jan
Thursday
New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £20.00
17 Jan
17 Jan
17 Jan
17 Jan
Friday
New York Knicks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £195.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £195.00
17 Jan
18 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
18 Jan
18 Jan
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 18:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 21:00 | Starting at £43.47
18 Jan
18 Jan
Saturday
New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 12:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £116.00
18 Jan
18 Jan
Saturday
New York Rangers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £107.00
18 Jan
18 Jan
18 Jan
19 Jan
Sunday
Free New York newsletter
Every other Sunday I send out my latest newsletter! Stay up to date on what's happening in New York. Click on 'more info' to subscribe.
19 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
19 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
19 Jan
19 Jan
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:00, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £38.20
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
20 Jan
Monday
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
An American federal holiday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. A good excuse to visit Harlem today.
20 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 Jan
20 Jan
Monday
New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 15:00 | Basketball | Starting at £139.00
Start time: 15:00 | Basketball | Starting at £139.00
20 Jan
Monday
New York Islanders vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £33.00
21 Jan
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
21 Jan
21 Jan
21 Jan
Tuesday
Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £72.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £72.00
21 Jan
21 Jan
22 Jan
22 Jan
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £46.85
22 Jan
22 Jan
22 Jan
Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Suns
Be on the lookout for Olympic gold medalists Kevin Durant and Kevin Booker playing for Phoenix Suns!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £30.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £30.00
22 Jan
23 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
23 Jan
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £38.20
23 Jan
Thursday
New York Rangers vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £137.00
23 Jan
23 Jan
24 Jan
24 Jan
24 Jan
24 Jan
Friday
New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £32.00
24 Jan
24 Jan
24 Jan
25 Jan
Saturday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
25 Jan
25 Jan
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 12:30, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:00 | Starting at £46.85
25 Jan
25 Jan
Saturday
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Michigan State Spartans
Start time: 13:30 | Sports | Starting at £203.00
25 Jan
25 Jan
25 Jan
25 Jan
25 Jan
Saturday
New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £75.00
25 Jan
Saturday
New York Knicks vs. Sacramento Kings
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £139.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £139.00
25 Jan
26 Jan
Sunday
Free New York newsletter
Every other Sunday I send out my latest newsletter! Stay up to date on what's happening in New York. Click on 'more info' to subscribe.
26 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
26 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
26 Jan
26 Jan
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £38.20
26 Jan
26 Jan
27 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 Jan
27 Jan
27 Jan
28 Jan
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
28 Jan
Tuesday
New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £102.00
28 Jan
28 Jan
Tuesday
New York Islanders vs. Colorado Avalanche
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £43.00
28 Jan
29 Jan
29 Jan
Wednesday
Chinese New Year Firecracker Ceremony
600,000 firecrackers explode in order to scare away evil spirits. Enjoy dancers and food vendors at Sara D. Roosevelt Park. Starts at 11:00. Entrance is free.
29 Jan
29 Jan
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £46.85
29 Jan
Wednesday
New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £31.00
29 Jan
Wednesday
New York Knicks vs. Denver Nuggets
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £119.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at £119.00
29 Jan
30 Jan
Thursday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Whitney Houston
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Start times: 18:00, 20:30 | Concerts
30 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
30 Jan
Thursday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 | Starting at £38.20
30 Jan
31 Jan
31 Jan
31 Jan
Friday
National Hot Chocolate Day
What a perfect day to treat yourself with a nice cup of hot chocolate and some winter fun. Go ice skating in Bryant Park!
31 Jan
31 Jan
