New York City Calendar of Events
Discover Great NYC Events Around Our Hotel in Midtown Manhattan
The Empire Hotel is located steps from endless things to do in New York City, near Central Park and across the street from Lincoln Center. There’s a diverse and limitless range of New York City events taking place moments from our hotel every day (and deep into the night) of the year. Staying with us gives you an opportunity to experience performances at The Metropolitan Opera, Lincoln Center Theater, New York City Ballet, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Film at Lincoln Center, Broadway’s Theatre District in NYC, Beacon Theater, Radio City Music Hall, and Madison Square Garden. We can’t forget to mention the many seasonal festivals and cultural experiences in New York City, too.
Just tell us your interests and The Empire Team will be happy to recommend popular events and assist with arranging tickets, transportation and anything else you need.
Imbibe and enjoy a rotating live DJ set each Friday + Saturday night at the Empire Rooftop Bar.
Fridays: 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM Midnight
Saturdays: 9:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Join us on the Empire Rooftop for Happy Hour, every weekday from 2 PM - 5 PM.
Enjoy a discounted selection of beer, wine, and well drinks as you take in the stunning New York City views from atop the Empire Hotel.
Catch live performances on the Central Park Summer Stage all summer long. This year's artists include T-Pain, the Counting Crows, Gaslight Anthem, and more to be announced.
The Public Theater presents "GO PUBLIC!", a festival featuring free Shakespeare performances and film screenings across New York City's five boroughs.
Summer for the City, presented by Lincoln Center, is a free festival celebrating the arts in NYC, including music, dance, theater, comedy, film, visual arts, and family programming events alike.
Every November, the streets of New York City pulse with the energy of thousands of runners from across the globe as they challenge themselves to complete the NYC Marathon.