Medieval Times is an exciting, family-friendly dinner attraction inspired by an 11th century feast and tournament. Guests are served a four-course banquet and cheer for one of six knights as they compete in the joust and other tests of skill. Expect lots of jousting, swordsmanship, thrilling hand-to-hand combat, and displays of extraordinary horsemanship as part of an exciting story set in Medieval Spain. Learn more...
Madame Tussauds New York: Legendary Wax Attraction, 4D Theatre, and More
Madame Tussauds New York (New York, NY)
Enjoy a day at Madame Tussauds, the famous wax attraction in Times Square. See lifelike wax models of celebrities, historical figures, and more. Your ticket also includes admission to the venue's "4-D" theatre, featuring 3-D visuals and lifelike atmospheric effects; a behind the scenes tour; and more. Learn more...
Belly Dance Shimmy Social -- Learn to Dance While Socializing
Zack's Dance Loft (New York, NY)
Shimmy your way into this event at Zack's Dance Loft. The event consists of a two hour belly dance class taught by belly dancer Anna, who's performed extensively on TV and worked with several bands, preceded by complimentary Middle Eastern wine and socializing. And yes, men can belly dance, too! Learn more...
The Polar Skate Rink at the American Museum of Natural History
The Polar Rink at the American Museum of Natural History (New York City, NY)
Enjoy the American Museum of Natural History's new Polar Skate Rink. The rink features a state-of-the-art synthetic surface, magnificent views of the glowing Rose Center for Earth and Space and Theodore Roosevelt Park, and a 17-foot-tall polar bear festooned with pine boughs and twinkling lights. Admission includes skate rental (subject to availability). Learn more...
Digitally Animated Alternative Music Show SonicVision at Hayden Planetarium
American Museum of Natural History- Hayden Planetarium (New York City, NY)
MTV2 and the American Museum of Natural History have collaborated to present SonicVision, a groundbreaking digitally animated alternative music show. SonicVision takes audiences on a mind-warping musical roller-coaster ride through a fantastical dreamspace, with a mix by Moby and tracks from Radiohead, U2, David Bowie, Coldplay and more. Learn more...
Visit New York TV and Movie Sites on a Fun Bus Tour
Ellen's Stardust Diner (New York, NY)
Lights, camera, action! Take a bus tour to over 40 sites from more than 60 TV shows and movies, including Friends, Seinfeld, Will & Grace, Hitch, The Apprentice, Ghostbusters, and The Devil Wears Prada. Tours are guided by local actors and actresses. Learn more...
Singer-Songwriter Joan Osborne Speaks at the 92nd Street Y
92nd Street Y at Lexington Avenue (New York city, NY)
Joan Osborne speaks at the 92nd Street Y. The singer-songwriter has cultivated a devoted following for her eclectic folk music; her song "One of Us" was a hit in 1995. She'll discuss her career and perform songs from her new album, Little Wild One. Learn more...
Visit NYC Hotspots From HBO's Hit "Sex and the City"
Pulitzer Fountain (New York, NY)
You've seen the hit show starring Sarah Jessica Parker--now see some of the locations in person! Visit more than 40 sites from the popular HBO series, including, the shop where Charlotte bought her "Rabbit," and the bar owned by Steve and Aidan. Tours are guided by local actresses. Learn more...
Sports Museum of America: The Nation's First Interactive All-Sports Attraction
Sports Museum of America (New York City, NY)
The Sports Museum of America is an interactive, multimedia experience connecting visitors to the sports they love through technology, memorabilia and iconic artifacts, including the original Heisman Trophy. It's an intimate, multi-sensory environment where you can relive favorite moments in sports history and enjoy record-setting triumphs and heartwarming sports stories. Learn more...
Jazz at Lincoln Center's Swing University: Ornette Coleman
Frederick P Rose Hall- Irene Diamond Education Center (New York City, NY)
Jazz at Lincoln Center's Swing University presents a four-week class on Ornette Coleman. Grammy-nominated jazz historian and WKCR Director Ben Young will teach students about the life and works of Coleman, the legendary alto saxophonist who pioneered free jazz in the 1950s. Learn more...
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square - The Ultimate Tour of the Odd and Bizarre
Ripley's Believe It or Not! (New York City, NY)
Marvel at hundreds of weird and unusual artifacts in over twenty themed galleries, spanning two floors. Whether examining a six-legged cow, a lock of Elvis' hair, 24 shrunken heads, a section of the Berlin wall or a life-size albino giraffe, the Ripley's Believe It or Not collection proves that fact is indeed stranger than fiction. Learn more...
Sparkling Wine Tasting - Start the New Year on a Bubbly Note
Spark Cafe and Art Center (New York City, NY)
Aroma Wine Consulting presents an evening of sparkling wine tasting. The host will talk about the history and making of sparkling wine, and guests will taste five different bubblies, all in a fun, casual and interactive atmosphere. Learn more...
Mind Reader Sam Eaton in The Quantum Eye -- Magic Deceptions
The Snapple Theater in Times Square (New York City, NY)
Sam Eaton's Off-Broadway spectacle The Quantum Eye -- Magic Deceptions is an amazing evening of intimate parlor magic and mind-reading brought into the 21st century. The Quantum Eye continues its wildly successful two-year run at Times Square's Snapple Theater Center, the only Off-Broadway theater right on Broadway. Learn more...
Jazz at Lincoln Center's Swing University: Jazz 101 with Phil Schaap
Frederick P Rose Hall- Irene Diamond Education Center (New York City, NY)
Jazz at Lincoln Center's Swing University presents Jazz 101. This eight-week class, taught by renowned jazz scholar and WKCR disc jockey Phil Schaap, is an introduction to the complete history of jazz, from its pioneers through the big band era, swing, hard bop, free jazz, and much more. Learn more...
New York's Longest-Running Off-Broadway Magic Show Monday Night Magic
Bleecker Street Theatre (New York City, NY)
Each week you'll find a different array of the finest stage magicians at Bleecker Street Theatre performing world-class magic in an intimate theatrical setting. Monday Night Magic performers have been featured on numerous television shows, including ABC's "Good Morning America," CBS's "Early Show," NBC's "Today Show" and most recently on "The Wall Street Journal Report." Learn more...
Tasting of Wines from the Forgotten Regions of Italy
Spark Cafe and Art Center (New York City, NY)
Aroma Wine Consulting will showcase wines from the forgotten regions of Italy during this tasting. There is often discussion about Tuscan and Piedmont wines, but wine drinkers shouldn't forget about the deliciously attractive and romantic wines of Campania, Sicily, Marche, Apulia, Sardignia and Abruzzo. Learn more...
Murdered by the Mob, An Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Arno Ristorante (New York City, NY)
If you miss "The Sopranos" and can't get enough of "Goodfellas," then it's time for you to be Murdered by the Mob! Murdered by the Mob is the interactive murder mystery that has been thrilling New York audiences for more than a dozen years. Enjoy an Italian dinner, dancing and a show as you mingle with mobsters! Learn more...
Asian Dining Rules: Panel Discussion with Momofuku Chef, More at the 92nd Street Y
92nd Street Y at Lexington Avenue (New York city, NY)
Enjoy a wide-ranging discussion of the past, present and future of Asian dining in America, and learn how you can order like an insider at any Asian restaurant. WWOR's Mike Colameco moderates Asian Dining Rules, a panel discussion featuring David Chang, the James Beard Award-winning owner/chef of the Momofuku restaurants; New York Times reporter Jennifer 8. Lee; and author Steven Shaw. Learn more...