As warm weather sets in and the city further reopens, explore “must-do” activities in Flatiron and NoMad.Add experiences around the neighborhood to your NYC summer bucket list including museums, interactive dining, a little friendly competition, live music, and craft workshops.
Entertaining and Interactive Experiences
Arlo NoMad Hotel’s Rooftop Fitness, 11 East 31st Street
Participate in Arlo’s Well+Fit rooftop fitness series and enjoy a morning workout class on the roof of the hotel! Reserve a spot with Flatiron-based LL Studio for rooftop yoga viaMind+Body here.Other studio partners.
Chelsea Flea Market,29 West 25th Street, btwn Fifth & Sixth Avenue
A treasure trove of one-of-a-kind finds, shop the Chelsea Flea Marketevery Saturday and Sunday, from 8 am to 5 pm, rain or shine!Browse art, jewelry, antiques, and unique vintage goods.
The FRIENDS™ Experience, 130 East 23rd Street,Get Tickets Here
Visit the two-floor immersive space and explore the world of everyone’s favorite show, FRIENDS™. After you check out all 18 rooms, stop by theCentral Perkcafe for themed treats and coffee and grab a souvenir attheirstore. Plan aone-of-a-kind staycation– you and a friend can sleepover and have the whole place to yourselves for a night.
Gramercy Theatre,127 East 23rd Street, (212) 614-6932,Concert Line-up
Concerts are something we’ve all missed and longed for the past year. Check out upcoming music performances for this summer at Gramercy Theatre.
Il Fiorista, 17 West 26th Street,(646) 490-8240,Florist Classes
The flower and herb-focused restaurant doubles as a floral education center as well. Workshops are regularly offered at the space. Past classes included designing arrangements and learning how to make floral co*cktails. Upcoming floral workshops can befound here.
Madison Square Park, 11 Madison Avenue
Beautifully maintained by theMadison Square Park Conservancy, take a stroll around the park, grab a burger at the originalShake Shack, and view the park’s current art exhibitGhost Forestby Maya Lin.
Premier Indoor Golf,1 East 28th Street 3rd floor,(646) 657-0174,Make a Reservation
Whether you’re a pro, a newbie, or looking for a fun experience, play, practice, and improve your game withPremier Indoor Golf. As youpractice and play, you’ll have access to comprehensive data metrics for every shot and your choiceofcourses from around the world.
Society Billiards + Bar,10 East 21st Street,(212) 420-1000,Make a Reservation
Spend an evening playing a round of pool at this underground pool hall any day of the week. Grabco*cktails and biteswhile you’re at.
SPiN Ping Pong Lounge New York, 48 East 23rd Street, (212) 982-8802,Book a Table
Challenge a date, loved one, or small group of friends to a ping pong competition. Reserve one of SPiN’s 19 tables, enjoy a couple of games, and try theirfood and drink menu.
Thyme Bar, 20 West 23rd Street,(646) 828 8707,Get Tickets Here
Treat yourself to the ultimate co*cktail dining experience… picture co*cktails and dishes that are so exquisite you can’t help but reach for your phone each course to grab a picture.Tickets to reserve a table are recommended.
Explore Museums & Galleries
The Center for Book Arts,28 West 27th Street,(212) 481-0295, Admission is Free
Showcasing the art of books, check out CFBA’s currentexibitions:Interspecies Futurescurated by Oscar Salguero,Veiled Taxonomiesby Betsy Stirratt, andLights, Tunnels, Passages, & Shadowsby Maureen Catbagan.Check out the Center for Book Arts’Education Program‘sweekly classes and workshops.
Fotografiska, 281 Park Ave South,(212) 433-3686,Get Tickets Here
Explore the world-renowned photography museum! Walk around their gift shop and view current exhibitions:ONXYby Andrienne Raquel,Your GazeBelongs to Meby Pixy Liao, and more! Check out upcoming events and programmings likeMidweek Mindfulnessand film screening ofHassan Hajjaj’sA Day In The Life of Karima: A Henna Girl.
Museum of Sex, 233 Fifth Avenue,(212) 689-6337,Get Tickets Here
Discover the evolution of sexuality at this museum and check out their lobby gift shop. View current exhibitions:Cam Life,Cabinet of Curiosities: Selections from Secret Collections, andBAD: Betty A. Dodson & the Liberation of Masturbation, A Tribute.
Pen and Brush,29 East 22ndStreet,(212) 475-3669, Admission is Free
The 125-year-old not-for-profit showcases the work of female artists and writerswith the ultimate goal of effecting change within the marketplace. The gallery is open Tuesday through Friday, 11 am to 5 pm. Evening Hours and Saturdays are available by appointment – contact elizabirdie@penandbrush.org.
Poster House, 119 West 23rd Street,(917) 722-2439,Get Tickets Here
Celebrating the art of the poster, stop by to see current exhibitions:Vera List & The Posters Of Lincoln Center,Julius Klinger: Posters for a Modern Age, andFreak Power.Browse theirgift shop and enjoy their in-house coffee shop!
Header & Slider Image Credit:The Thyme Bar, Dining & co*cktail ExperienceviaWorth Magazine
