NYC January Events, Activities and Things to Do Calendar

Happy New Year! New York City Events January 2023 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 three events are back in January with major discounts January 17-February 12, 2023, and all tickets and reservations open January 10, 2023. NYC Hotel Week runs January 3-February 12, 2023 and reservations are open now.

Please check sightseeing and holiday hours for New Years Day (January 1st) and Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, January 16, 2023).

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 2023

  • New York City Broadway Week
  • NY Rangers, Knicks, Nets, Islanders
  • Disney on Ice
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
  • New York National Boat Show
  • NYC Winter Restaurant Week
  • Winter Jazzfest
  • NYC Ice Skating
  • NYBG Holiday Train Show
  • Westminster Kennel Club Dog 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 Rockettes, A Christmas Carol on Broadway, The Magic Flute and The Nutcracker Ballet. Don't miss out - now is the time to score the best seats on the best days.

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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting 2022

Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting 2022

Confirmed: November 30, 2022
Usually Stays Up Through Early January
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 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 confirmed for November 30, 2022.

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New York City Broadway Week Winter 2023

New York City Broadway Week

January 17-February 12, 2023
Tickets on Sale January 10, 2023

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 17-February 12, 2023. 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.

Broadway Week New York City

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NYC Restaurant Week Winter 2023

NYC Winter Restaurant Week

January 17-February 12, 2023
Reservations open January 10, 2023

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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15% Off NYC Hotels @ Booking.com

Booking.com discount NYC Hotel Rooms

Save at least 15% with deals on select NYC rooms! Save at least 15% with Early 2023 Booking.com deals on select NYC rooms and rates at participating properties. Book December 1, 2022 – March 31, 2023 for discounted stays January 1 – March 31, 2023.

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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:

Fun Things to do in New York in Winter

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Disney on Ice ‘Into the Magic’

Disney on Ice Lets Celebrate

Jan 5-8, 2023 @ UBS Arena
Jan 12-16 @ Prudential Center (NJ)
Jan 18-22 @ Barclays Center

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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."

More Info: Disney on Ice

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Broadway Shows NYC January 2023

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

The Music Man on Broadway

The Music Man on Broadway - Starring Hugh Jackman & Sutton Foster.

Closing Jan 15, 2023. The Music Man follows traveling salesman Harold Hill (Jackman) as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys band that he vows to organize, despite the fact that he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. When he soon falls for the town librarian, Marian Paroo (Foster), his plans take an unexpected turn. One of the most cherished musicals ever on Broadway, The Music Man was an instant smash hit in 1957 and went on to win five Tony Awards. Dec 20, 2021 - Jan 15, 2023

MJ the Musical Broadway

MJ the Musical Broadway - Tickets on Sale through April 2023

MJ is the electrifying new Broadway musical that takes audiences inside the creative process of one of the greatest entertainers in history. Featuring over 25 of Michael Jackson’s biggest hits, MJ allows us to rediscover the man in the mirror.

A Beautiful Noise Neil Diamond Broadway Musical

A Beautiful Noise - Neil Diamond Broadway Musical

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new musical featuring his hit songs Sweet Caroline, America, and Cracklin’ Rosie. Directed by Tony Award® winner Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), choreographed by Olivier Award winner Steven Hoggett (Once, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), and written by four-time Academy Award® nominee Anthony McCarten (Bohemian Rhapsody, The Two Popes). Good times never seemed so good. Previews November 2, Opens December 4, 2022

Six the Musical Broadway

Six the Musical Broadway - On Sale Through May 2023

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. Six centers on the six ex-wives of King Henry VIII, who take the mic to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse. They remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power. Opened September 17, 2021. Ages 10+

Celebrities on Broadway

The Music Man on Broadway

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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:

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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 and Islanders leave it on all the court or ice!

New York Sports January

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Winter Jazzfest

Winter Jazzfest NYC

January 12-18, 2023
Various NYC Jazz Clubs

Winter Jazzfest started as a one evening show, and has now expanded into a music marathon across 150 groups comprising over 600 artists on 20 stages over 10 nights in downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn. The festival’s signature multi-artist, multi-venue experience takes place over 2 nights in ten Manhattan venues; and at five Brooklyn venues featuring over 125 different groups and 500+ musicians.

Schedule, Line Up and Tickets: winterjazzfest.com

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Martin Luther King Day NYC

Monday, January 16, 2023.

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:

Tours Open MLK Weekend and/or Day

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

Hamilton Broadway Musical

Hamilton Broadway Musical – 2016 WINNER OF 11 TONY AWARDS!

Nominated for 16 Tony Awards (a record!) Hamilton, is the rap-and-hip-hop infused musical about Alexander Hamilton, our most controversial founding father. From orphan, immigrant bastard to George Washington’s top aide, Hamilton rises to the top of the newborn government as he survives the country’s first sex scandal.

MJ the Musical Broadway

MJ the Musical Broadway - Tickets on Sale through April 2023

MJ is the electrifying new Broadway musical that takes audiences inside the creative process of one of the greatest entertainers in history. Featuring over 25 of Michael Jackson’s biggest hits, MJ allows us to rediscover the man in the mirror.

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NYC Insider Print Map and Guide to Manhattan

Download over 100 pages of NYC maps, information and recommendations in less than 5 minutes! Our NYC Insider Printable Map Guide Book, Travel Planner and Bonus Map Guides include organized, easy to follow, color coded guides, detailed maps of every neighborhood, weekly chart of Free Museum Days and Times and free weekly neighborhood tours, Best of NYC Categories and lists by ALL native New Yorkers. Download everything you need to know NYC Like a Pro and make the most of your NYC vacation. NYC Insider Printable Guides

Loving the guide so far! I’ve been studying it for our upcoming trip. My favorite part is that you’ve provided what to see and where to eat in each area! We will be taking our cheat sheets with us as we visit each place! Honestly, I am not sure what you could have done better – it is so detailed, I love it!

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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:

New York City Nightlife

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January 2023 New York Concerts, Music & Shows

January New York City Shows and Concerts

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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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New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

November 19, 2022 - Jan 22, 2023

A dazzling and detailed replica of Manhattan, made entirely from plants, leaves, seeds and bark. There are at least 14 electric trains running in loops around the city, which showcases more than 175 scaled iconic buildings and structures such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Yankee Stadium, and the Statue of Liberty. The exhibit is great for both kids and adults, and makes an especially beautiful date night with cocktails on "Bar Car Nights" in December. Located in the Bronx, accessible by Subway and Metro North.

Tickets: Holiday Train Show All-Garden Pass (good for Holiday Train Show and grounds 10am-5pm, not for Glow or other evening events)

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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  • NYC Broadway Week – January 17-February 12, 2023
  • NYC Winter Restaurant Week – January 17-February 12, 2023
  • NYC Must See Week – January 17-February 12, 2023 – 2 for 1 tickets to major NYC attractions, such as Bateaux New York Dinner Cruise, Bronx Zoo, Brooklyn Museum, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, CitySightseeing Cruises, Empire State Building, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Madame Tussauds, Museum of Modern Art, New York City Ballet, One World Observatory and many more.
  • Hotel Week New York City – January 3-February 12, 2023

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New York National Boat Show

New York National Boat Show

January 25-29, 2023
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: $12, 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.

Hotels Near NYC Javits Center

  • Ink48 Hotel - about 10 blocks from Javits Center, right next to the Intrepid Museum and my ALL time favorite rooftop! (photo)
  • Midtown Convention Center Hotel - the closest hotel to the JC, less than a block away. Small, clean rooms, geared towards convention exhibitors and attendees.
  • Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel - new "digitally enhanced" hotel in Garment District, 15 min walk to JC, modern, though modest.

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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!

January Things to do with Kids in New York

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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.

Ice Skating in New York City

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

Madame Tussauds New York Discount Tickets

Get your selfie on at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, a tourist favorite in NYC! Current Madame Tussauds exhibits include New York Presents Broadway - Journey through Andrew Lloyd Webber's most iconic shows, New Years Eve - count down the new year with some of your all time favorite celebs all year round, and A-List Party - strut down the red carpet, blow a kiss at the paparazzi and grab a cocktail (or two) while you mingle with your favorite celebs!

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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.

Lincoln Center NYC

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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.

NYC Airport Guides - LGA, JFK, EWR, Taxis, Free Shuttles, Hotels

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Rangers MSG Schedule

New York Rangers Tickets

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.

NY Rangers Schedule – Home Games January

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Knicks MSG Schedule

New York Knicks Tickets

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.

NY Knicks Schedule – Home Games January

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Brooklyn Nets Schedule

Brooklyn Nets Tickets

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.

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 NYC by Month

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Lunar (Chinese) New Year 2023

Chinese New Years Day

Photo ©Better Chinatown Society

The Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the spring, the rebirth of the Earth and 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit. New York City celebrates the Lunar New Year with a Firecracker Ceremony, Cultural Festival and a New Year Parade followed by another Festival.

Lunar New Year's Day Firecracker Ceremony and Cultural Festival
January 22, 2023 | Sunday | 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 12, 2023 | Sunday | 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

See Also: Insider guides to Chinatown, Lower East Side Hotels, East Village Hotels

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Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Moved to May

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New York City Hotel Week

Hotel Week New York City

January 3–February 12, 2023
Reservations Open November

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

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  1. 18 yr old coming to NYC Dec 30th 2019
    till 5thJan 2020  how do I get tickets to best  basketball games in that time frame or anything of interest  for a young man that you can suggest would be most helpful.
    Tickets for Hamilton if possible also for the boat show.
    Need all the help I can get.
    Regards

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