January in New York City
From cheaper flights and hotels to discount shopping and dining, traveling to New York after the holidays is a perfect way to see the city for a fraction of the normal price. It may be windy and cold in January, but the culture and excitement of New York City is always hot!
Ice Skating in New York City
When you think of lace up your skates and slide down a New York City skating rink, the iconic image of skaters spinning around the rink at Rockefeller Center comes to mind. But if you’re curious to try something different and explore other New York City skating rinks, check out the Pond at Bryant Park. As the only free outdoor skating rink in New York, the Pond is a popular winter destination located in the heart of midtown Manhattan. Skate rentals and lockers are available.
Other outdoor ice skating venues in New York City are in picturesque Central Park at Wollman Rink (east side between 62nd and 63rd Streets) and Lasker Rink (between 106th and 108th Streets).
New York Restaurant Week
Curious about Cafe Boulud, Mesa Grill or Gramercy Tavern? NYC Restaurant Week is the best way to eat at some of New York City’s most famous restaurants, without breaking the bank. This week of delicious dinners on a penny takes place twice a year and visitors traveling to New York City in January should plan to take advantage of this wildly popular event. Participating restaurants offer a set menu for lunch and dinner at a fixed price, typically offering customers two or three options for each course. This event allows foodies the chance to try some of the most talked about restaurants in the city, including many run by celebrity chefs, at much cheaper prices.
Reserve a table during New York Restaurant Week
For information on participating NYC Restaurant Week restaurants, their special Restaurant Week menus, and event dates, visit http://www.nycgo.com/restaurantweek. Call your preferred dining destination well in advance to reserve, as tables fill up very quickly. Reservations for several of the restaurants can also be made on Open Table, which is a free site where diners can make their reservations online. With each reservation made, points increase toward gift certificates at participating restaurants.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in New York City
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is an American holiday that commemorates the great civil rights leader who was assassinated in 1968. Each year, the holiday falls on the third Monday in January, close to his birth date, January 15. . There are numerous celebrations, events, and tributes organized throughout the five boroughs of New York City on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Every January, thousands of community service projects are held across the US in honor of Dr. King’s teachings on the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The theme for this national day of community service is “Make it an ON day, not an OFF day” and the goal is to empower people to work together to strengthen their communities.
There’s a lot to see and do in New York City in January, so bundle up and enjoy!