New York City Blog

New York Magazine has called Under the Radar “The next big thing” bringing new theater in various forms from around the world, presented in an eleven day festival of multiple performances in different venues around New York City.  The main goal of UTR is to give people a sort of crash course in the world of modern theater from around the globe – to get them excited and involved in the ever-evolving creative scene.

This annual festival goes from January 4 - January 15 and spotlights a range of theatrical artists from emerging new artists to field professionals and sets the stage for all types of performers in all types of genres.  Solo performances, full stage ensembles, experimental, tragedy, song and speech are all in the mix of artistic expression you’ll find in the array of performance styles at Under the Radar.

The holiday season is an interesting time of year – a time where people want to remember that the main point is showing loved ones how much they care by giving them gifts and thanks, but it’s simultaneously a time when many people get overly-stressed out about spending too much money, finding the coolest presents to give and the best holiday parties to attend.

Yes, you read that right- this is no minor league spin-off, this is the real deal, and happens to be the perfect way to get into the Hanukkah spirit this year!

Where: The Major Leage Dreidel Tournament is the first annual, and will be held at official Spinning Stadium of MLD at Fontanas [105 Eldridge Street] on the Lower East Side.

When: The MLD will take place the first day of Hanukkah – December 21, 2011.  Sign up starting at 7pm for the 8:30pm spin-off.

There’s really no place like New York City during the holiday season, and with all the fun and festive things to do in this beautiful city, ice skating remains a seasonal favorite pastime.  If you’re not familiar with your plentiful options of ice rinks in Manhattan,  A - you may be shocked at how many places there are to strap on your skates and hit the ice in one city, and B – you've come to the right blog for top ice rinks in NYC!

Thanksgiving is less than a week away and whether you’re a local New Yorker, or travelling to NYC for Thanksgiving, there’s no reason for you to miss the most famous holiday parade in the country – the Macys’ Thanksgiving Day Parade!  This 85+ year tradition will continue this November 24th at 9am. 

The 14th annual NYC Chocolate Show will hit the Metropolitan Pavilion in NYC on Sunday, November 13, 2011.  And let’s be honest, whether it’s only two weeks after gorging on trick-or-treat candy or not, chocolate is always tempting to those who love it.

Halloween Day 2011 Events

The New York City Halloween count-down continues and with the creepiest holiday of the year less than three weeks away, if you’re not already in the spirit, you’re behind schedule!  October in NYC is full of spooky fun, so get your scream on at some of the spooky, creepy, and haunted events around the Big Apple. 

Whether you're seeking a frightening haunted house, spooky cemetery bike tour, creepy costume carnival, or any other spine-tingling scares, the upcoming Halloween events in New York City have it covered.

October has arrived, which means it’s time to plan your Halloween 2011 NYC activities! New York City does Halloween big, and the celebration is practically month-long, so get out your fake blood and sewing machines to get your costumes (and kid’s costumes) ready! Looking for some spooky (but not over-the-top, werewolf-with-a-chainsaw chasing you) fun for all ages?  In the weeks leading up to All Hallows Eve, mark your calendars with these kid-friendly Halloween events in New York the whole family will enjoy:

NYC Tourists and locals alike are anticipating the largest annual street fair in New York City – the 37th Atlantic Antic.  People come from all over New York to celebrate this Brooklyn festival each year and the 2011 celebration is anticipated to bring 1 million people to the streets between Hicks Street and Fourth Avenue – stretching across 4 neighborhoods. This massive street fair turns these designated borough streets into a sea of celebration- truly providing entertainment for all. 

NY Foodies will love the national and local vendors serving a fusion of global cuisines,  on top of local cafés and restaurant kitchens serving their specialties.  Please your palate to your personal perfection with choices of corn on the cob, sausages, fried fair favorites, sandwiches, funnel cakes, roasted meats and more!