10 Winter Events To Beat Cabin Fever In NYC

NEW YORK CITY — Now that the holidays are no longer competing for New Yorkers’ time, cabin fever may have started to set in.

It’s a perfect time to take in a concert, layer up and embrace the outdoors, or explore a new hobby.

We’ve rounded up 10 winter events from around the city, including a "winter crab festival," a Lunar New Year parade, and a hip-hop show.

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Here are our picks:

Hot Cocoa Crush 5K & 10K Queens

Lace up for a scenic winter run through Flushing Meadows Corona Park on Feb. 1, offering 5K and 10K courses followed by festive treats and hot cocoa. This family-friendly event includes a free "Kids Dash" starting 30 minutes before the main race.

• When: Feb. 1
• Where: Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens Museum Building, Corona, NY 11368

Unapologetic Foods’ Winter Crab Festival

Indulge in a "crustacean-centric" feast this winter as James Beard Award-winning chefs from Dhamaka and Semma collaborate on a menu inspired by regional Indian crab dishes. This dinner celebrates peak seafood season for a one-of-a-kind New York City culinary experience.

• When: Jan. 28
• Where: 25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011

The Winter Village at Bryant Park

If you're looking to recapture the holiday spirit, head over to the Winter Village at Bryant Park for ice skating, shop the winter market, try seasonal drinks in the lodge, sit in a rosy igloo, try bumper cars on ice, and more.

• When: Now until March 1
• Where: Bryant Park, New York, NY 10018

Lunar New Year Parade

Celebrate the Year of the Red Horse in Manhattan’s Chinatown with the spectacular Firecracker Ceremony on Feb. 16 and the iconic Lunar New Year Parade on March 1. These vibrant festivities feature traditional lion dances, stunning cultural performances, and incredible food.

• When: Feb. 16, March 1
• Where: Various locations in Manhattan's Chinatown

Westminster Dog Show

Celebrating its milestone 150th anniversary in 2026, the historic Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show returns to NYC at the Javits Center on Jan. 31 and Feb. 2–3. The prestigious competition culminates at Madison Square Garden on the evenings of Feb. 2 and 3, where thousands of world-class dogs compete for the coveted "Best in Show" title.

• When: Jan 31- Feb. 3
• Where: 4 Penn Plaza, Manhattan, NY, 10121

First Saturdays at Brooklyn Museum

In celebration of Black History Month, this First Saturdays program honors fearless Black innovators across the African diaspora with music, poetry, art-making and more, inspired by the landmark exhibition "Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens."

• When: Feb. 7
• Where: 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, New York 11238

A Boogie Wit da Hoodie at Radio City Music Hall

Bronx‑born hip‑hop artist, A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, brings his high-energy hits to Radio City Music Hall for one night only.

• When: Feb. 13
• Where: 1260 6th Ave., New York, New York 10020

Thelonious Monk Tribute Jazz Band At Lincoln Center

Experience a lively, hard-swinging tribute to Thelonious Monk as pianist Helen Sung and her band bring his classics to life, while host and tap artist DeWitt Fleming Jr. adds dance, humor, and high-energy flair to the celebration.

• When: Feb. 4
• Where: Frederick P. Rose Hall, Broadway at 60th Street, New York, NY 10019

The Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden

Step into a dazzling New York City reimagined in bloom at The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic’s Concrete Jungle, where thousands of orchids transform the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory into a vibrant fusion of city streets and floral artistry.

• When: Feb. 7 through April 26
• Where: 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY 10458

Dine out for Restaurant Week

During Restaurant Week, customers will be able to choose from more than 850 participating restaurants. Prix-fixe menus priced at $30, $45, and $60 will be available at more than 600 restaurants.

• When: Jan. 20 through Feb. 12
• Where: participating restaurants in all five boroughs. Find one here.

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