17 Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Harlem and Washington Heights
The inaugural Latin Night Market, backstage at Only Murders in the Building's Goosebury Theater (a.k.a. the United Palace)—plus more fun...
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- 2 days ago
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Here's Where to Roller Skate in Harlem This Fall
With roller skating surging in popularity, there are now more places than ever to lace up your skates in NYC. But Harlem is ahead of the...
- 3 days ago
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10 Must-See Murals in Harlem
From decades-old murals that have undergone renovations to more recent subway art commissioned by the MTA, here's a shortlist of the best...
- 5 days ago
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Here's What's New—and Still on the Horizon—on Harlem's Rapidly-Transforming 125th Street
A wave of new buildings and businesses continues to transform Harlem's 125th Street. Glossy new high-rises, like the 28-story Renaissance...
- Sep 7
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Take a Peek Inside the Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel, Now Open on 125th Street
Harlem's 125th Street just got its first major hotel in decades: the Renaissance New York Harlem. Located just down from the Apollo...
- Sep 5
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Photos: Track and Field at Riverbank State Park Is Back Open After $5 Million Renovation
The track and field at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park in West Harlem is back open after a $5 million renovation. The refurbishment,...
- Aug 28
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6 Ways to Enjoy the Last Days of Summer in Harlem and Beyond
The last days of summer are here—and it's all about enjoying the warm weather while you can. Here are six ways to do that in Harlem and...
- Aug 24
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Uptown Links: Met Museum Planning Major Show About Harlem Renaissance, and More
• The Metropolitan Museum of Art is planning a major exhibition about the Harlem Renaissance, New York City's first since 1987. “The...
- Aug 21
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Here's the Perfect Spot to Go Forest Bathing in Central Park
Spending time in nature has always been a good thing, but in recent years a growing number of experts have been promoting a type of...
- Aug 14
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The 12 Most Instagrammable Spots in Upper Manhattan
New York is bursting with Instagrammable places like Times Square and the Brooklyn Bridge—but those spots are for beginners. If you're...
- Aug 10
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This Is the Street Where "A Great Day in Harlem" Was Photographed
This Saturday marks the day in 1958 when dozens of jazz greats posed for a photo that became known as "A Great Day in Harlem." Captured...
- Aug 7
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The 49th Annual Harlem Week Kicks Off This Wednesday—Here Are the Events You Don't Want to Miss
The 49th annual Harlem Week—a 12-day festival filled with live music, street fairs and more—kicks off this Wednesday, August 9 and runs...
- Aug 3
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Uptown Thrill: Walking (or Biking) Across the George Washington Bridge
Here's a thrill better than any amusement park ride, and with none of the long lines: a brisk walk or bike ride across the George...
- Aug 2
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Free Live Jazz Concerts at Grant's Tomb Are Here Through August
Harlem is home to many free outdoor jazz concerts in the summer, but there's one that stands out: Jazzmobile's weekly series in front of...
- Jul 19
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Psst: The Outdoor Pool at Riverbank State Park Is Open
You already know about NYC's free outdoor pools, but what about the uptown oasis that's not on the city's list? Yes, we're talking about...
- Jul 11
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The Classical Theatre of Harlem's Free Outdoor Production of Malvolio Is Here Through July
The Classical Theatre of Harlem has returned to Marcus Garvey Park this month with a free outdoor production of the original comedy...
- Jul 10
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The Ultimate Visitor's Guide to Harlem: the Best Things to See and Do, Plus Where to Eat Nearby
Summer is here—as is a whole new wave of visitors eager to explore Harlem. If you're one of them—or happen to be hosting friends and...
- Jun 28
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NYC's Free Outdoor Pools Open Tomorrow—Here Are 7 to Visit Uptown
The city's free outdoor pools reopen for the season on Thursday, June 29—just in time for what's predicted to be another scorching...
- Jun 21
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Riverside Park's Weed-Munching Goats Are Coming Back—and You Can Meet Them at This New Festival
Riverside Park's popular weed-munching goats are returning to their usual summer spot in a few short weeks, and this year you can meet...
- Jun 15
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10 Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Harlem and Beyond
Juneteenth, which falls on a Monday this year, is almost here. Also known as Freedom Day, the holiday commemorates the day when the last...
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