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Under the Radar Festival
2026-01-10 14:00 - 2026-01-25 22:00 UTC | Various, New York, NY, NY, United States
Under the Radar Festival is an influential annual theater and performance arts festival based in New York City that highlights bold, experimental, and multidisciplinary work from around the world as well as from national and local artists. Founded in 2005 by Mark Russell, it has become one of the most anticipated events of the winter arts season.
The festival’s mission is to spotlight groundbreaking work that pushes the boundaries of traditional theater—blending performance, dance, spoken word, multimedia, and other creative forms—and to provide a platform for innovative voices responding to contemporary cultural and social issues.
Held each January across multiple venues throughout New York City, Under the Radar invites audiences to experience new and adventurous productions in intimate settings, accompanied by symposia, pitch sessions, and special events that support emerging and established artists alike

Jazz at Lincoln Center
2026-01-17 10:00 - 2026-06-20 18:30 | Broadway at 60th Street, Broadway at 60th Street, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Jazz at Lincoln Center 2026 continues its role as a global home for jazz, presenting a dynamic season of performances, festivals, competitions, and educational programs in New York City. The 2025–26 season, titled Mother Africa, runs through June 20, 2026, and explores jazz’s deep connections to African musical traditions and the African diaspora through new commissions, tributes, and cross-generational collaborations.
A major highlight of the year is Jazz Congress 2026, held January 7–8 at Frederick P. Rose Hall. This annual gathering brings together jazz artists, educators, presenters, media, and industry leaders from around the world for panels, workshops, and conversations focused on expanding the future of jazz.
The Unity Jazz Festival, taking place January 8–9, 2026, is a two-day celebration featuring more than 20 acclaimed artists and rising stars across multiple stages. The festival includes special tributes, debut performances, and the Jazz Legacies Fellowship Honors All-Star Concert, showcasing masters and emerging voices side by side.
Education remains central to Jazz at Lincoln Center’s mission with the National Collegiate Jazz Championship on January 17–18, 2026. Ten top college and university jazz ensembles compete in a two-day event that includes mentorship from members of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and culminating performances in Rose Theater.
Throughout 2026, audiences can also enjoy nightly performances at Dizzy’s Club, intimate concerts in The Appel Room, and large-scale presentations in Rose Theater, all located within Frederick P. Rose Hall at Broadway and 60th Street. Family concerts, artist residencies, and the Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition & Festival round out a season that balances legacy, innovation, and education.
In 2026, Jazz at Lincoln Center continues to honor jazz’s history while shaping its future—bringing together world-class artists, emerging talent, and audiences from around the globe.

Lincoln Center Chamber Music
2026-03-01 00:00 - 2026-03-31 00:00 | 20 Lincoln Center Plaza, 20 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY, 10023, United States
A wonderful list of concerts this March at Lincoln Center
Sonic Spectrum III – Thursday, March 5, 2026, 7:30 pm, Daniel and Joanna S. Rose Studio at CMS. An evening of bold contemporary chamber music featuring inventive works by living composers.
Destination: Kreisler – Sunday, March 8, 2026, 5:00 pm, Alice Tully Hall. A tribute to legendary violinist and composer Fritz Kreisler, celebrating his romantic style and lasting influence on the violin repertoire.
Century of Winds – Friday, March 13, 2026, 7:30 pm, Alice Tully Hall. Showcasing the color, virtuosity, and expressive range of chamber music for wind instruments.
Rose Studio & Late Night Rose: Družecký, Loeffler, & Widor – Thursday, March 19, 2026, 6:30 pm & 9:00 pm, Daniel and Joanna S. Rose Studio at CMS. A program blending intimate chamber works with late-night performances.
The Viano Quartet – Sunday, March 22, 2026, 5:00 pm, Alice Tully Hall. A performance of masterful string quartet repertoire by one of today’s leading ensembles.
Art of the Recital: Richard Lin & Anne-Marie McDermott – Thursday, March 26, 2026, 7:30 pm, Daniel and Joanna S. Rose Studio at CMS. An intimate recital highlighting piano and violin chamber works.
Ensemble Panorama: Respighi and Ravel – Sunday, March 29, 2026, 5:00 pm, Alice Tully Hall. A program exploring the lush orchestral textures and harmonies of Respighi and Ravel in chamber arrangements.
Moto Perpetuo: Beethoven and Britten – Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 7:30 pm, Alice Tully Hall. Chamber music showcasing the technical brilliance and lyrical depth of Beethoven and Britten.
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Ice Skating at Rockefeller Center
2026-03-01 - 2026-06-29 | Rockefeller Center, Rockefeller Center, New York, 10020, United States
If you want to experience something that many New Yorkers shy away from (due to crowds!) go to the Rockefeller Plaza ice skating ring. Almost everyone loves it, and if you are here during the holidays, it’s a fun (but crowded) thing to do. (IMHO) It’s located right below the iconic tree, in Rockefeller Plaza between 49th & 50th Streets (Fifth Avenue side) in Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY 10020.
Season / Dates

The 2025 season opens in October
Typically, the season extends through winter (often into early spring), though exact closing date may vary each year.

Costs & Tickets

General admission tickets start at approx US $22 (or so) for adults for less busy times.
Children ages 5 & under start around US $12 in 2025.
Skate rentals are not included in the basic ticket price; rental is an additional ~$12.
Prices vary significantly depending on date/time (peak holiday evenings cost much more). For example general admission may range up to ~$100+ on busiest evenings.
VIP/“Après Skate” packages (heated lounge, private chalet) also available at higher price tiers ($190+ up to ~$570 for special packages) for groups/premium experience.

Key Notes / Tips

Tickets must be reserved ahead of time online. Advance booking is recommended.
Sessions are timed (e.g., 60 minutes or a defined time slot). After your time is up you must leave the ice.
Because of the location and iconic setting (under the tree, Midtown), it is on the smaller side compared to larger rinks, and the price reflects the “experience”. Bring your own skates if you have them (might save the rental fee) For less busy times & lower cost: early morning or weekday morning slots are generally cheaper.

Shoe Inn Sample Sale
2026-03-05 08:00 - 2026-03-09 17:00 | 261 5th Avenue, New York, 261 5th Avenue, New York, NY
NYC’s biggest shoe warehouse sale is happening this week!
ShoeInn Official’s 30th annual warehouse sale is at @260SampleSale now through Sunday, with prices starting at $15 and up to 75% off (Shoes $15-$99 and boots/booties $29-$249). Shop top brands like UGG, Sorel, Steve Madden, Birkenstock, Eileen Fisher & more. New merchandise is restocked daily, so every day is like the first day!
Family-owned since 1972, Shoe-Inn has 10 tri-state locations, including the Upper East Side (and they have a great winter sale there right now as well!).
Times:
Wed, March 4 – Sat ,March 7: 10am-7pm
Sun,, March 8: 10am-5pm
