Things to do in New York City this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in New York City this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in New York City
Central Park
OutdoorsManhattan
843 acres of meadows, lakes and the Bow Bridge — the city's living room.
The High Line
OutdoorsChelsea
Elevated rail-line park threading through galleries and Hudson Yards.
Brooklyn Bridge Walk
OutdoorsDUMBO
Manhattan-to-Brooklyn crossing with the city's best skyline angle.
The Met
CultureUpper East Side
Two million artworks from every era — plan a whole day.
Williamsburg
NightlifeBrooklyn
Smorgasburg food market, rooftop bars and indie venues.
Coney Island
FamilyBrooklyn
Boardwalk, Cyclone coaster and Nathan's hot dogs by the beach.
Where to eat
Katz's Delicatessen
$$Jewish deli · Lower East Side
Pastrami on rye since 1888 — order a #1.
Lilia
$$$Italian · Williamsburg
Missy Robbins' wood-fired pasta — book a month out.
Joe's Pizza
$Pizza · Greenwich Village
Classic NYC slice, open until 4am.
Le Bernardin
$$$$French seafood · Midtown
Three Michelin stars, Eric Ripert at the pass.
Xi'an Famous Foods
$Chinese · Multiple
Hand-pulled noodles and lamb burgers — fast and fiery.
Live & on stage
SummerStage
Central Park · Jun – Aug · Free / Mixed
Governors Ball
Flushing Meadows · Jun 6–8 · Indie / Pop
Electric Zoo
Randall's Island · Aug 29–31 · Electronic
Tree Lighting at Rockefeller
Rockefeller Center · Dec 3 · Holiday / Free
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Central Park, The High Line, Brooklyn Bridge Walk. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.