NYC March Events and Activities Calendar
New York City Events March 2022 include the New York City Winter Wine & Food Festival, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Basketball and Hockey, Orchid Show and the Macy’s Flower Show. Elton John, Billy Joel, Ben Platt and Justin Bieber are all in concert. March is THE month to save on New York Sightseeing Passes for the rest of the year before they all increase their prices.
Broadway is star-studded this month with Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick in Plaza Suite, Billy Crystal in Mr. Saturday Night, Hugh Jackman & Sutton Foster in The Music Man, and Jesse Williams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson & Patrick Adams in Take Me Out.
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Top NYC March Events
- March Madness Basketball
- Orchid Show @ New York Botanical Garden
- Sarah Jessica Parker & Matthew Broderick on Broadway
- Elton John, Billy Joel, Ben Platt, Justin Bieber Concerts
- Macy’s Flower Show
- St Patrick’s Day Parade
- NY Rangers Hockey @ MSG
- NY Knicks Basketball @ MSG
- NYC Winter Wine Fest
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***Cruises are both 21+ and Family-Friendly. Circle Line on sale March 24, 2022***
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March New York City Concerts Shows
- Elton John – February 22-23, 2022 @ MSG; February 25, 2022 @ Prudential Center (NJ); March 1-2 @ Barclays Center ; March 5-6 @ Nassau Coliseum, July 23, 2022 @ MetLife Stadium (NJ)
- Billy Joel – Jan 14, Feb 12, Mar 24 & Apr 8, 2022 @ MSG – 72nd consecutive MSG show!
- Justin Bieber – March 31 @ Prudential Center (NJ)
- Ben Platt – March 6, 2022 @ MSG
- Pearl Jam – March 30, 2022 @ MSG
See All: NYC Concerts Shows March
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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:
- Pendry Manhattan West - new in 2021, beautiful rooms (photo)
- Hilton New York Fashion District - great rooftop with amazing views
- Crowne Plaza HY36 - new in 2018, great reviews online
- The Hub Hotel NY Times Square - new in late 2019, crazy low rates under $150 night
See More: Hotels Near Penn Station, NYC
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NYC March Sports
March is the Month of College Basketball, as well as a great time to catch one of our many professional sports teams in action! Nothing is more fun than watching one of our internal rivalries, so check out the Knicks @ Nets on March 13, 2022 and the Islanders @ Rangers on March 17 & April 1.
Knicks and Nets basketball is underway, as are the NY Rangers and Islanders hockey seasons, and the NYCFC kicks off at Yankee Stadium.
- March Madness Schedule (Mar 13 – Apr 4, 2022)
- NY Knicks Basketball @ MSG
- NY Rangers Hockey @ MSG
- Brooklyn Nets @ Barclays
- NY Islanders Hockey @ Nassau Coliseum
- NYCFC Tickets @ Yankee Stadium
- Big East Men’s Basketball Tournament – March 9-12 @ MSG
Make sure to add a NYC Game Day to your NYC vacation – it’s an absolute MUST in NYC and a great indoor activity when it’s cold outside!
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Broadway Shows NYC March
Check out our newest Broadway Shows and top NYC Insider Picks for March!
Mr. Saturday Night Broadway Musical Comedy - Billy Crystal
(March 1 - Sept 4, 2022) - Mr. Saturday Night is the story of Buddy Young, Jr., an outrageous and outspoken comedian who found fame, if not fortune, in the early days of television. Now, some 40 years after his TV career flamed out, Buddy seeks one more shot at the spotlight, and while he’s at it, one last shot at fixing the family he fractured along the way.
Plaza Suite Comedy Play - Sarah Jessica Parker & Matthew Broderick, Play by Neil Simon
(Feb 25 - July 10, 2022) - Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker return to Broadway together in this hilarious and piercing look at love and marriage by Neil Simon. The play is composed of three acts, in which Broderick and Parker play different couples, all set in Suite 719 of The Plaza Hotel. The first act is a long-wed couple revisiting their honeymoon suite, the second is a Hollywood producer and his old flame, while the third act is a married couple on their daughter's wedding day.
Take Me Out Broadway - Jesse Williams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Patrick Adams
(Mar 10 - June 11, 2022). Take Me Out follows Darren Lemming, star center fielder for the Empires, who reveals he is gay and faces a barrage of long-held unspoken prejudices. Facing some hostile teammates and fraught friendships, Darren is forced to contend with the challenges of being a gay person of color within the confines of a classic American institution. As the Empires struggle to rally toward a championship season, the players and fans begin to question tradition, their loyalties and the price of victory.
Full List of Broadway Shows and Discount Broadway Tickets
Celebrities on Broadway
- The Music Man on Broadway - Hugh Jackman & Sutton Foster (Dec 20, 2021- open)
- Plaza Suite Comedy Play - Sarah Jessica Parker & Matthew Broderick (Feb 25 - Jun 12, 2022)
- Mr. Saturday Night Musical Comedy - Billy Crystal (March 1 - Sept 4, 2022)
- Take Me Out Broadway - Jesse Williams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Patrick Adams (Mar 9 - May 29, 2022)
- Birthday Candles - Debra Messing (Mar 18, 2022)
- To Kill a Mockingbird - Greg Kinnear as Atticus Finch, (play adapted by Aaron Sorkin, June 2022-open)
See More: List of Broadway Shows
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Happy 3rd Anniversary to Edge!
Sightsee from the Sky
Top of the Rock, Empire State Building, One World Observatory, Edge or Summit? Which is best and, if we have to choose, which should we visit? There is no easy answer, but here are some facts to help guide your choice.
- Empire State Building - (86 and 102 floors) Best for patient movie and history buffs who need to check it off their bucket list. Recently redone indoor 102nd Floor Observatory
- Top of the Rock - (67-70 floors) Best for sweeping 360° vista views, including of the Empire State Building and Central Park. Shorter lines and cheaper than the ESB.
- One World Observatory - (100-102 floors) Best for homage to the Twin Towers. Modern and high tech, with phenomenal views
- Edge - (100-101 floors) Highest outdoor observation deck, glass bottom floor, deck extends 80 feet away from building (photo)
- Summit One Vanderbilt - (91-93 floors) Opens Oct 2021, all glass elevator, indoor and outdoor decks and glass terraces off the side of the building
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Off Broadway Most Popular Shows
A real New Yorker knows never to underestimate the value of an Off Broadway Show! Famous Broadway Shows that got their start Off Broadway include Hamilton, RENT, A Chorus Line, HAIR, Avenue Q, In the Heights and Little Shop of Horrors. Catch a top Off Broadway pick before the prices go uptown!
- Jersey Boys @ New World Stages - Jersey Boys is back to tell the story of how Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons went from being unknown New Jersey kids to international pop superstars.
- Blue Man Group - classic favorite for families of all ages (Ages 5+). Let these bald and blue actors take you through a multi-sensory experience combining theater, percussive music, art, science and vaudeville..it's kind of unexplainable, but super fun!
Discount Tickets: List of Off Broadway Shows
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New York City Night Cruises
See our beautiful Skyline from all angles – in any weather!
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New Hotels in Manhattan
New hotels in Manhattan give you access to crisp sheets, new linens, towels, restaurants, rooftops and more before anyone else gets to them. While you may have to deal with some grand opening kinks, you'll often get amazing rates at the newest Manhattan hotels before the full buzz is out there for everyone to discover. Recently opened hotels include:
- Margaritaville Resort Times Square - Times Square's ONLY outdoor pool + rooftop bar on 31st & 32nd floors (photo)
- Renaissance New York Chelsea - Somewhere Nowhere area, top two floors with pool, sundeck and amazing skyline views
- MADE Hotel - NoMad, "boutique hotel with a global soul"
- Moxy NYC Chelsea Hotel - new chain with focus on the millennial traveler
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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.
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March Things to do with Kids in New York
Flowers, Passover, Purim, St Paddy’s Day, Circus, Broadway and more. Great things to do with kids in March include:
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New York City Hotels with Kids
When booking your New York City Hotels with Kids, you want to make sure to get the most for your money and your children's experience of NYC. While almost ANY hotel in NYC is family-friendly, some hotels really stand out when welcoming your precious little ones.
- Fifty Hotel & Suites by Affinia - 'perfect location and size for our family'
- Omni Berkshire Place - teen concierge program
- Westin at Times Square - named "Best NYC Family-Friendly Hotel"
See all our top picks for the best Family and Kids hotels in NYC.
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Things To Do in New York in March
From March Madness to huge shopping deals, there are lots of great things to do in New York in March. For starters, Broadway, the Opera, Museums and Philharmonic are all going strong, letting you enjoy plenty of NYC culture indoors. For the sports nuts, there’s something to watch every day of the month, both pro and college and for the partiers, well, St. Patrick’s Day and all the surrounding debauchery. Don’t miss our insider tips and guide to a great March in NYC.
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March weather can go either way – so you have to look at both things to do in Winter and Things to do in New York in Spring. You may be sledding one day and taking a beautiful bike ride the next. On warmer days, spring is the time to take advantage of rooftops, biking, tennis, volleyball, walking tours and so much more.
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:
- Ice Skating in New York City - Central Park, Rockefeller Center or Bryant Park are not to be missed
- NYC Helicopter Tours - beat the cold weather and see the absolute best NYC views!
- New York City Museums - take in a new exhibit, film or revisit one of your old favorites
See All: Fun Things to do in New York in Winter
Fun Things to do in New York in Spring
There are hundreds of fun things to do in New York in Spring. With the cherry blossoms, green foliage, sparkling rivers and warm weather as your backdrop, Spring is the time to take advantage of rooftops, biking, tennis, volleyball, walking tours and so much more.
Here are some of our top picks for Fun Things to do in New York in Spring.
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Orchid Show @ New York Botanical Garden
February 26 – May 1, 2022
Thousands of orchids provide bursts of forms and colors—in purples, reds, oranges, and hot pink—revealed through overhead arches, vine-inspired ribbons, mirrored sculpture, dramatic lighting, and other artistic embellishments. The largest exhibition of its kind in the United States also offers insight into caring for orchids, music from around the world, and a gorgeous setting for evening cocktails.
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Macy’s Flower Show
March 27-April 10, 2022
Macy’s Herald Square
151 W 34st St
Voyage to Oceanum – A Sea of Inspiration
Dive into the vibrant colors of deep-sea florals and stunning marine life at our upcoming Flower Show, “Voyage to Oceanum.” Visitors to Macy’s will embark upon an exciting under-the-ocean odyssey, discovering long-lost treasures and breathtaking aquatic beauty along the way.
More Info: Macy’s Flower Show
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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!
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NYC Travel Vacation Advice
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NYC Events Today
NYC events today, like every day, include shows, concerts, Broadway, sports, kids events and much more. Check our NYC events calendar to see things to do in NYC today, NYC Events, shows in NYC tonight, events in NYC tonight, NYC events this weekend and more New York City upcoming events!
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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.
- Metropolitan Opera - Sept - May
- NYC Ballet - September - May; (Fall, Nutcracker, Winter, Spring)
- NY Philharmonic - Sept to June
- Jazz at Lincoln Center - all year
More: Lincoln Center Venue Guide
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Save Big on Things to do in New York City
New York City Coupons and Discounts are available for almost everything one can do in NYC: concerts, shows, Broadway, sports, events, tours, attractions, beauty and spa and much more! See All: Insider Guide to ALL our NYC Coupons
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How to Save on Hotels in New York City
Check out all our tips and dozens of promo codes to help save on NYC Hotels. Whether you are visiting NYC on a budget, or just looking to save a little on luxury, we share all our insight on How to Save on Hotels in New York City.
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NYC St Patrick’s Day and Parade
March 17, 2022
To some, St. Patricks Day in New York City is one of the most serious days of the year – and by serious, I mean serious partying! Whether you are Irish or just love Irish Pubs and Crawls, NYC has a ton of St. Patrick’s Day things to do ranging from the famous St. Patricks Day Parade and St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the world’s largest Pub Crawl or more sophisticated “only in NYC.”
More Info and Parade Details: St. Patrick’s Day in New York City.
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Rangers MSG Schedule
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.
- Rangers Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon
- Insider Guide: NY Rangers Tickets, Schedule, Directions
NY Rangers Schedule – Home Games March
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Knicks MSG Schedule
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.
- Knicks Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon
- Insider Guide: NY Knicks Tickets, Schedule, Directions
NY Knicks Schedule – Home Games March
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Brooklyn Nets Schedule
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 Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon
- Insider Guide: Brooklyn Nets Tickets, Schedule and Directions
Brooklyn Nets Schedule – Home Games March
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New York City Events Calendar
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 New York in March
- Things to do in New York in April
- Things to do in New York in May
- Things to do in New York in June
- Things to do in New York in September
- Things to do in New York in October
- Things to do in New York in November
- Things to do in New York in December
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New York City Winter Wine & Food Festival
TBD 2022
Webster Hall (Union Square)
The new Webster Hall has just been renovated and is a beautiful event space. They are transforming it into an indoor vineyard, where attendees will taste world-class wine, delicious hors d’oeuvres and artisanal treats. Warm up from the cold with over 250 high-quality, unique wines from around the world for tasting. Expect small boutique vineyards producing better quality wines at more affordable prices and cleanse your palette between tastings with cheese, bread, and crudités, while listening to live jazz.
More Info: crushwinexp.com
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Festival of Colors Holi NYC
TBD 2022
Festival of Colors Holi NYC is a joyous celebration of the coming of spring. It is a day of revelry full of bands, DJs, delicious food and great people. It is a time when social barriers collapse, and all are united in joyful celebration. It is a time to throw vibrantly colored powder at your friends and strangers, and dance together as one huge colorful mass of beautiful people.
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