Spring time in NYC

Spring is officially here! Even though we just had blizzard Stella, winter in NYC has been all over the place going from cold to hot every other day. Luckily, as of March 20^th, it is finally Spring and that means the heavy jackets and boots are supposed to be put away! The nicer weather approaching calls for fairs, concerts, parks and any excuse to be outside in less clothing. Here is a list of the most exciting activities going on in NYC this spring, so enjoy them before the summer is upon us.

1. The Butterfly Conservatory

Do not miss out on an opportunity to see the Butterfly Conservatory Exhibit, open until May 28th. It is an annually-available special exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History. You could watch from afar or come in close contact with up to 500 tropical lepidoptera in the museums vivarium. These critters are known to invade personal space and land on your shoulders.

2. The Macy’s Flower show

The Macy’s Flower Show is a fun chance to see some beautiful flowers. It is open from March 26th through April 9th. It takes place at Macy’s Herald Square location: 151 W 34st Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The Flower Show is a two-week event that showcases gorgeous arrangements of blooms, fantasy flowers and lush plants for a specific theme with specialty gardens. It is romantic enough to go with a significant other or entertaining enough to enjoy with friends and family.

3. Smorgasburg

For all you foodies out there- now is your chance to finally try all the insta-worthy foods that make you salivate on your newsfeed by hitting up Smorgasburg, re-opening on April 1st. It is a giant all-food market that takes place on Saturday’s in Williamsburg, BK and Sundays at Prospect Park’s Breeze Hill. With 100 food vendors and different indoor and outdoor bars, this is a great way to spend a day with friends trying all the best new foods.

4. Luna Park

Get back to feeling like a kid by spinning around in giant teacups until your dizzy! Luna Park can be found in Coney Island and opens up on April 8th. They have every kind of ride whether you’re a thrill seeker and enjoy being in the Slingshot, to more traditional roller coaters and flying swings, there is something for everybody. With rides, games, shops and food, it makes for a perfect day or evening to go with a group of friends and enjoy the warm weather.

5. Tribeca Film Festival

While movies are just as popular in the winter, the Tribeca Film Festival is a cool way to see indie features, documentaries, foreign films, the big-name talent and the up-and-coming filmmakers. You could go celebrity spotting or enjoy being one of the first to see a premier. It is happening from from April 19–30, 2017 and the locations are all in Lower Manhattan. Check out the official website for tickets and the complete programming list: tribecafilm.com/festival

6. Hudson River Park Games

Spend the day like you’re on The Challenge! On May 13th at Pier 26 experience The Hudson River Park. It is a fun experience to either participate in competitions or be a spectator as well as raising funds for the park. Change up your usual day activities with a full day of fun, the day includes a pentathlon, an obstacle course, games, food and music. hudsonriverpark.org/events/thegames

7. NYPD’s 5K Memorial Run

Do something good- for your body and the memory of the fallen New York officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. On Sunday May 21st, there is a NYPD 5k memorial run. Beginning on the corner of Liberty Street & West Street with a prayer, then the 5k run, followed by a barbeque and celebrations. Running in the 5k is an act of honoring those who have sacrificed their lives for our safety and should be commemorated.

8. Figment NYC

Try something new and different this spring. From June 3-4, there is a free participatory event for a series of art installations. This is a chance to see new, creative art exhibits and actually engage in it. With mini golf, games and music, you’ll be sure to have great pictures, memories and lots of stories.

9. Governors ball Music Festival

One of the best ways to celebrate spring in NYC is by going to festivals. No matter what type of music you are into, festivals are a must-try experience.! There is nothing like the energy of listening to live music in a crowd full of people who are all in the mood to let loose. Governor's Ball Music Festival is from June 6-8 and features performances from Chance the Rapper, Lorde, Charli XCX and Childish Gambino. It’s another opportunity to wear your cliché festival clothes, get drunk, and dance like no one is watching.

10. The Museum Mile

If you’re feeling worldly or wish to broaden your horizons but don’t want to travel too far, there is a museum hop on the Upper East Side. From June 6-9, seven museums will give free admission and present a street festival in a celebration of art and music. So if you’ve been meaning to check out an exhibit at either the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Academy Museum and El Museo del Barrio, but have been pushing it off, make sure to check the website for more information and enjoy the mile-long block party. museummilefestival.org

Spring in New York is an experience. Aside from the fact it means summer is almost here, spring is the time right after winter where we are all dying to go outside and enjoy the fresh air without bundling up. This is the time when the trees begin to turn green again and flowers bloom, everyone is just read to be outside. So whether you can do all these activities or just some of them, all that matters is that you get your friends together and you spend your time enjoying the warm weather with the sun on your face. The things that make a perfect spring in NYC are finding activities you love and doing it with the people you love, happy Spring!