Best New Year’s Eve Activities Around the Upper West Side
New Year’s Eve on the Upper West Side is packed with options, from kid-friendly daytime parties to midnight fireworks and live jazz. Fireworks over Central Park Central Park’s New Year’s Eve fireworks typically…
7 Unique UWS Stores to Buy Gifts For the Holidays
The Upper West Side is packed with unique, locally-owned shops that turn holiday gift-giving into an experience. Here are six standout venues, each offering something truly special for every type of recipient, from…
The Circus is Back in Town – Big Apple Circus
The Big Apple Circus brings its dazzling 2025 edition, “The World’s Best Under Our Big Top,” to Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park from November 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026, offering a modern take…
Popular UWS Eatery Reopens in New Space
Jacob’s Pickles has made a splash at its new flagship location, bringing its Southern comfort food and community vibe to a spacious, modern setting. The restaurant is now nearly twice the size of…
Experience the Magic of the UWS Spooky Season
The Upper West Side offers a vibrant array of Halloween festivities in 2025, catering to all ages with community events, experiences, and creative workshops. Below is a comprehensive guide to the season’s highlights,…
Best UWS Restaurants to Carbo-load before the NYC Marathon
With the TCS New York City Marathon fast approaching, runners across the city are preparing in the most delicious way possible: carbo-loading. Whether you’re racing or cheering someone on, these Upper West Side…
6 Of The More Popular UWS Sushi Restaurants
The Upper West Side boasts a range of sushi destinations, blending high-end omakase experiences and beloved neighborhood favorites. Momoya, Sushi Ishikawa, Gari Columbus, One Bite Omakase, Takeda, and Kitaro each stand out for…
Celebrate Halloween 2025 on the UWS: Best Events, Trick-or-Treat Routes
Here are eight standout ways to experience Halloween on the Upper West Side in 2025, offering a blend of family activities, community celebrations, festive shopping, and some of Manhattan’s best-decorated blocks. Whether bringing…
Belvedere Castle Central Park: A Historic New York City Landmark”
Belvedere Castle in Central Park is a historic, picturesque structure that stands atop Vista Rock, offering some of the most stunning views in New York City. Designed by Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey…
Everything You Need to Know About the Central Park Carousel
The Central Park Carousel is a historic and iconic attraction located at the south end of Central Park near 64th Street, in Manhattan’s Children’s District. It has been delighting visitors for over 150…
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