What to do in New York in January 2025
Highlight of the month
Go ice skating in New York
Head to one of the ice skating rinks in New York and enjoy a fun winter’s day.
Eric’s Tips
New York in January is cold and often covered in snow. So plan your activities accordingly! A perfect month for attending a sports game, both the ice hockey and basketball seasons are in full swing. The Hop on Hop off bus is great to explore the city. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in January 2025
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Choose from the many venues and artists performing in New York.
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Discover the best ice skating rinks in New York City.
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Basketball is one of the sports in New York! Why not visit a New York Knicks game.
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See the NY Rangers play in Madison Square Garden. Great atmosphere, tasty hotdogs!
17 Jan
17 Jan
17 Jan
Friday
New York Knicks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $233.00
17 Jan
18 Jan
Saturday
Ski or Snowboard in New York
Enjoy a day in the snow in Hunter Mountain, just outside New York. Practice your favourite winter sport, ski or snowboard, with an all-inclusive package.
18 Jan
18 Jan
18 Jan
Saturday
New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 12:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $69.00
18 Jan
18 Jan
Saturday
New York Rangers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $158.00
18 Jan
18 Jan
18 Jan
19 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
19 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
19 Jan
20 Jan
Monday
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
An American federal holiday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. A good excuse to visit Harlem today.
20 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 Jan
20 Jan
Monday
New York Islanders vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $8.00
21 Jan
21 Jan
21 Jan
22 Jan
22 Jan
22 Jan
22 Jan
Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Suns
Be on the lookout for Olympic gold medalists Kevin Durant and Kevin Booker playing for Phoenix Suns!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $29.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $29.00
23 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
23 Jan
Thursday
New York Rangers vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $107.00
23 Jan
24 Jan
24 Jan
24 Jan
Friday
New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $25.00
24 Jan
24 Jan
24 Jan
25 Jan
25 Jan
Saturday
Ski or Snowboard in New York
Enjoy a day in the snow in Hunter Mountain, just outside New York. Practice your favourite winter sport, ski or snowboard, with an all-inclusive package.
25 Jan
25 Jan
25 Jan
Saturday
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Michigan State Spartans
Start time: 13:30 | Sports | Starting at $65.00
25 Jan
25 Jan
25 Jan
25 Jan
Saturday
New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $20.00
25 Jan
25 Jan
26 Jan
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
26 Jan
Sunday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
26 Jan
26 Jan
27 Jan
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 Jan
27 Jan
28 Jan
Tuesday
New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $96.00
28 Jan
Tuesday
New York Islanders vs. Colorado Avalanche
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $15.00
29 Jan
29 Jan
Wednesday
Chinese New Year Firecracker Ceremony
600,000 firecrackers explode in order to scare away evil spirits. Enjoy dancers and food vendors at Sara D. Roosevelt Park. Starts at 11:00. Entrance is free.
29 Jan
29 Jan
Wednesday
New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $35.00
29 Jan
30 Jan
Thursday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Whitney Houston
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Start times: 18:00, 20:30 | Concerts
30 Jan
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
31 Jan
31 Jan
31 Jan
Friday
National Hot Chocolate Day
What a perfect day to treat yourself with a nice cup of hot chocolate and some winter fun. Go ice skating in Bryant Park!
31 Jan