April Events & The Spring

04/04/2019

April has arrived and with it (hopefully soon) Spring.

We all know that the Winter tends to drag on in the city, but when April finally arrives it usually set pretty much the arrival of Spring and long, pleasant days.
It also means that NYC will soon be adorned by colorful Tulips, red popping Cherry Blossoms, Pink & White Magnolias and more ... Let's be honest, nothing beats NYC in the Spring!

Now is the perfect time to walk outside and enjoy the streets of New York. You can actually eat in one of the outdoor cafe admiring the bustling city-sidewalks.

Are you visiting New York this April?

Some Popular Events during the month of April are,

April 6th -- The Pillows Fight sponsored by "Mattress Firm" in Washington Square Park from 3 pm to 5 pm. Free.

April 21st -- The famous Easter Parade down 5th Avenue ... from 49th to 57th Streets. The event is free, you will have the chance to admire the most extravagant hats and dresses. From 10 am until 3 pm / 4 pm. Free.

From April 24th to May 5th -- If you love Movies, our very own Tribeca Film Festival is in town. There will be plenty of cultural events in Lower Manhattan. Tickets available.

Are you interested in knowing all you can do during the Season?

Read more about Spring in the City here >>
https://www.newyorkwelcome.net/explore/what-to-know/spring-in-new-york.htm

Are you looking for some famous Cherry Blossom?

Yes, many city parks are the obvious place to go, but there are many other places you can visit that will give you amazing views of the city often framed by the famous flowers,

Here is where you should go,

Roosevelt Island along the East river, south of the Tramway.

Long Island City and the Gantry Park

Hoboken (NJ) Riverfront near the Lackawanna Terminal

Central Park near the Jackie'O Reservoir (both East and West Side)

Central Park Cherry Hill near the Bow Bridge (the obvious place)

The Brooklyn Botanical Garden -- Need to buy an admission ticket for this attraction.

The Bronx Botanical Garden -- Need to buy an admission ticket for this attraction.

Why don't take a walking tour while you are here and we can visit these places together and find out the story behind these amazing trees and much more!

Top 3 Walking Tours this Spring: