What to do in New York in May 2024
Highlight of the month
Go cycling!
New York is becoming more and more bike-friendly. Rent a bike and discover Central Park or explore the whole city!
Eric’s Tips
New York in May means it’s time for walking and cycling tours in the sun! For an unforgettable experience, book a helicopter flight. Fancy escaping the city? Then visit Niagara Falls or go shopping at Woodbury. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in May 2024
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Boat tours are perfect for sightseeing in New York during the day.
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Biking along the two rivers and in Central Park, the most ideal way to see a lot of the city.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely dinner and take an evening dinner cruise.
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Visit a game of New York's second baseball team in the new stadium Citi Field.
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Want to visit a baseball game? The New York Yankees are the best baseball team!
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Discover the mighty Niagara Falls on a day trip from New York.
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Want to be on the top? Go to one of my favourite rooftop bars!
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Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York!
1 May
Wednesday
The Empire State Building's Birthday
Celebrate the Empire State Building's birthday today: visit the 86th-floor observation deck for an incredible view of the city.
1 May
1 May
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
2 May
2 May
2 May
2 May
Thursday
Metropolitan Opera: Fire Shut Up in My Bones
Start time: 19:30 | Opera | Starting at £68.00
3 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
3 May
3 May
3 May
4 May
4 May
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £64.33
4 May
4 May
4 May
5 May
Sunday
Cinco de Mayo
Do you like Mexican food? Then today is the perfect day to have some tacos, margaritas and enchiladas at one of my favourite restaurants!
5 May
Sunday
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5 May
Sunday
The Five Boro Bike Tour
This annual bike tour covers all five of the boroughs in New York. Watch from the side lines or just join the party at the finishing line, on Staten Island.
5 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
5 May
5 May
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £64.33
5 May
6 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
6 May
7 May
7 May
7 May
7 May
8 May
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
8 May
8 May
9 May
9 May
9 May
9 May
10 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
10 May
10 May
10 May
11 May
11 May
11 May
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £64.33
11 May
11 May
12 May
Sunday
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12 May
Sunday
Mother's Day in New York
Are you visiting New York on Mother's day? Here are my tips on how you can spoil your mother.
12 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
12 May
12 May
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £64.33
13 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
13 May
13 May
14 May
14 May
14 May
15 May
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
15 May
16 May
16 May
17 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
17 May
17 May
17 May
18 May
18 May
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £64.33
19 May
Sunday
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19 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
19 May
19 May
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £64.33
19 May
20 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 May
21 May
21 May
21 May
21 May
22 May
Wednesday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £51.62
22 May
22 May
23 - 28 May
23 May
23 May
23 May
23 May
24 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
24 May
Friday
The Brooklyn Bridge's Birthday
The Brooklyn Bridge was officially opened on this day, in 1883. Celebrate the birthday of this New York icon by walking or cycling over it.
24 May
24 May
24 May
25 May
25 May
25 May
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £64.33
25 May
25 May
26 May
Sunday
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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 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
26 May
26 May
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £64.33
27 May
Monday
Memorial Day
Memorial Day honours the men and women who died serving in the American armed forces. It also marks the unofficial start of the summer season. A good day to visit Governors Island.
27 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 May
27 May
28 May
Tuesday
National Hamburger Day
The making of a good burger is a true craft. Check out the 5 best burger spots in New York here.
28 May
28 May
29 May
29 May
30 May
30 May
30 May
31 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
31 May
31 May
31 May
