What to do in New York in May 2024
Highlight of the month
Go cycling!
New York is becoming more and more bike-friendly. Rent a bike and discover Central Park or explore the whole city!
Eric’s Tips
New York in May means it’s time for walking and cycling tours in the sun! For an unforgettable experience, book a helicopter flight. Fancy escaping the city? Then visit Niagara Falls or go shopping at Woodbury. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in May 2024
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Boat tours are perfect for sightseeing in New York during the day.
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Biking along the two rivers and in Central Park, the most ideal way to see a lot of the city.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely dinner and take an evening dinner cruise.
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Visit a game of New York's second baseball team in the new stadium Citi Field.
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Want to visit a baseball game? The New York Yankees are the best baseball team!
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Discover the mighty Niagara Falls on a day trip from New York.
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Want to be on the top? Go to one of my favourite rooftop bars!
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Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York!
1 May
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
1 May
1 May
Wednesday
The Empire State Building's Birthday
Celebrate the Empire State Building's birthday today: visit the 86th-floor observation deck for an incredible view of the city.
1 May
Wednesday
NHL Playoffs Round 1: New York Rangers vs. Washington Capitals (Home Game 3 - Series Game 5)
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $508.00
1 May
1 May
1 May
1 May
2 May
Thursday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
2 May
2 May
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
2 May
Thursday
NHL Playoffs Round 1: New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes (Home Game 3 - Series Game 6)
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $138.00
2 May
2 May
Thursday
Metropolitan Opera: Fire Shut Up in My Bones
Start time: 19:30 | Opera | Starting at $84.00
3 May
Friday
Candlelight Concert: Frank Sinatra Jazz Special
The Sheen Center | Start times: 18:30, 21:00 | Concerts
3 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
3 May
3 May
4 May
Saturday
The Blessing of the Bicycles
Get your bicycle blessed with holy water inside the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine. If you don’t have a bike, you can rent one, and later explore the nearby Central Park!
The Cathedral of St. John the Divine | Start time: 9:00
The Cathedral of St. John the Divine | Start time: 9:00
4 - 5 May
Spring is in full bloom at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden! During extended opening hours you can enjoy music and dance performances while admiring the famous (cherry) blossoms. Included in the general admission.
4 May
Saturday
NBA Playoffs First Round: New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers - Home Game 4 (Series Game 7)
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $633.00
4 May
Saturday
New York Yankees vs. Detroit Tigers
4 May
4 May
4 May
5 May
Sunday
Cinco de Mayo
Do you like Mexican food? Then today is the perfect day to have some tacos, margaritas and enchiladas at one of my favourite restaurants!
5 May
5 May
5 May
Sunday
The Five Boro Bike Tour
This annual bike tour covers all five of the boroughs in New York. Watch from the side lines or just join the party at the finishing line, on Staten Island.
5 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
5 May
Sunday
NHL Playoffs Round 1: New York Rangers vs. Washington Capitals (Home Game 4 - Series Game 7)
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $654.00
5 May
5 May
5 May
6 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
6 May
6 May
Monday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Rangers - Home Game 1
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $662.00
6 May
Monday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Islanders - Home Game 1
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $588.00
7 May
Tuesday
NBA Playoffs Semifinals: New York Knicks - Home Game 1 (Series Game 1)
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $602.00
7 May
7 May
7 May
8 May
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
8 May
8 May
Wednesday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Rangers - Home Game 2
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $687.00
8 May
Wednesday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Islanders - Home Game 2
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $588.00
8 May
8 May
8 May
8 May
9 May
Thursday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
9 May
9 May
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
9 May
9 May
9 May
10 May
Friday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Adele
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Start times: 18:30, 21:00 | Concerts
10 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
10 May
Friday
NBA Playoffs Semifinals: New York Knicks - Home Game 2 (Series Game 2)
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $616.00
10 May
10 May
10 May
11 May
11 May
Saturday
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Beyoncé
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Start times: 18:30, 21:00 | Concerts
11 May
Saturday
Japan Day at Central Park
Come experience Japanese culture at Central Park West. Sample Japanese cuisine at Japan Street Fair. And experience traditional dance, martial arts, anime and much more at the Japan Parade (starting at 13:00, from 81st to 67th Street).
Start time: 13:00 | Festival
Start time: 13:00 | Festival
11 - 12 May
Spring is in full bloom at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden! During extended opening hours you can enjoy music and dance performances while admiring the famous (cherry) blossoms. Included in the general admission.
11 May
11 May
11 May
11 May
Saturday
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves
11 May
Saturday
New York Red Bulls vs. New England Revolution
Start time: 19:30 | Soccer | Starting at $39.00
11 May
11 May
11 May
Saturday
DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic Live: Bobby Brown, Boyz II Men &Faith Evans
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $111.00
11 May
12 May
12 May
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
12 May
Sunday
Mother's Day Brunch Cruise
Treat your mum to something special on the American Mother's Day, with this buffet brunch cruise, including live entertainment and drinks. You can also book the afternoon brunch cruise.
12 May
12 May
Sunday
Mother's Day in New York
Are you visiting New York on Mother's day? Here are my tips on making the day special for your mother.
12 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
12 May
12 May
13 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
13 May
13 May
13 May
14 May
14 May
14 May
15 May
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
15 May
15 May
15 May
Wednesday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Rangers - Home Game 3
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $751.00
15 May
Wednesday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Islanders - Home Game 3
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $588.00
15 May
15 May
16 May
16 May
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
16 May
Thursday
NBA Playoffs Semifinals: New York Knicks - Home Game 3 (Series Game 5)
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $665.00
16 May
16 May
17 May
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
17 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
17 May
Friday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Rangers - Home Game 4
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $871.00
17 May
Friday
NHL Playoffs Semifinals: New York Islanders - Home Game 4
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $1,117.00
17 May
17 May
17 May
17 May
18 May
Saturday
Dance Parade
Experience the joy of dancing with djs, live bands and over 100 styles of dance. The Dance Parade starts at 12:00 at 17th Street & Fifth Avenue, and ends in Tompkins Square Park with a DanceFest. Free.
18 May
Saturday
NBA Playoffs Semifinals: New York Knicks - Home Game 4 (Series Game 7)
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $719.00
18 May
Saturday
New York Liberty vs. Indiana Fever
Don't miss out on seeing new superstar player Caitlin Clark play!
Start time: 13:00 | Basketball | Starting at $185.00
Start time: 13:00 | Basketball | Starting at $185.00
18 May
18 May
18 May
18 May
19 May
19 May
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
19 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
19 May
19 May
19 May
19 May
19 May
20 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 May
20 May
Monday
NHL Playoffs Conference Finals: New York Rangers - Home Game 1
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $1,110.00
20 May
Monday
NHL Playoffs Conference Finals: New York Islanders - Home Game 1
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $866.00
20 May
20 May
21 May
21 May
21 May
22 May
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
22 - 28 May
22 May
22 May
Wednesday
NHL Playoffs Conference Finals: New York Islanders - Home Game 2
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $866.00
22 May
22 May
22 May
23 May
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
23 May
23 May
23 May
23 May
23 May
24 May
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
24 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
24 May
Friday
The Brooklyn Bridge's Birthday
The Brooklyn Bridge was officially opened on this day, in 1883. Celebrate the birthday of this New York icon by walking or cycling over it.
24 May
Friday
NHL Playoffs Conference Finals: New York Rangers - Home Game 2
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $1,110.00
24 May
24 May
24 May
25 May
25 May
25 May
25 May
25 May
25 May
26 May
26 May
26 May
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
26 May
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
26 May
26 May
26 May
27 May
Monday
Memorial Day
Memorial Day honours the men and women who died serving in the American armed forces. It also marks the unofficial start of the summer season. A good day to visit Governors Island.
27 May
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 May
27 May
Monday
New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
Don't miss out on seeing superstar player Shohei Ohtani play!
Start time: 16:10 | Baseball | Starting at $62.00
Start time: 16:10 | Baseball | Starting at $62.00
28 May
Tuesday
National Hamburger Day
The making of a good burger is a true craft. Check out the 5 best burger spots in New York here.
28 May
Tuesday
NHL Playoffs Conference Finals: New York Rangers - Home Game 3
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $1,441.00
28 May
Tuesday
NHL Playoffs Conference Finals: New York Islanders - Home Game 3
Start time: TBA | Ice Hockey | Starting at $1,117.00
28 May
Tuesday
New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
Don't miss out on seeing superstar player Shohei Ohtani play!
Start time: 19:10 | Baseball | Starting at $43.00
Start time: 19:10 | Baseball | Starting at $43.00
28 May
29 May
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
29 May
29 May
Wednesday
New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
Don't miss out on seeing superstar player Shohei Ohtani play!
Start time: 16:10 | Baseball | Starting at $37.00
Start time: 16:10 | Baseball | Starting at $37.00
29 May
29 May
29 May
29 May
30 May
Thursday
Manhattanhenge
Possibly the most 'Instagrammable' sky phenomenon of the year, as the sunset aligns with the east–west streets of Manhattan. Head to a rooftop bar for a spectacular view!
30 May
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
30 May
30 May
30 May
30 May
31 May
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
31 May
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
31 May
31 May
31 May
31 May
31 May
31 May
31 May
