Mardi Gras/Jazz Festival

Winter jazziest includes 150 artist playing at Le Poisson Rouge and other venues in and around the Greenwich Village area two night Marathon conclude the festivities. NYC’s Mardi Gras is a typically rambunctious affair, featuring jazz performances at some of the best jazz clubs in the city, plus more funky shows.

STK Downtown

26 Little W. 12th St (Between Washington St & 9th Ave) “Life can only be understood backwards; but must be lived forwards.” – Soren Kierke The restaurant brings high-energy dining to Manhattan, breaking down the barriers of a normal steakhouse by losing the overly masculine vibe that has long been the trademark of the genre.

Chinese New Year Parade

NYC’s festival includes dragon dancing, stunning outfits, martial art performers and more to celebrate. After the bang of firecrackers, check out other fun things to do in the area such as the best karaoke in Chinatown or delicious Chinese restaurants.